Well I have lurked this forum for about two months now and have decided to join. I'm 27 years old and from the UK and currently weigh 281lbs. Every year I say to myself that I am going to diet but this year feels a little different. I made changes in my life over the past two months that have made me so much happier and have already lost 4lbs in the past week without even dieting as such. I've just been eating less because I didn't feel as hungry. I'm putting this down to being so much happier in myself.
The only thing now that makes me un-happy is the way I look. Because of my weight I find myself getting out of breath from short walks and just from running up the stairs which is not a good sign when you're only 27. I also have a big motivator with my holiday this year. I am going to Orlando to go to the theme parks and want to make sure that I fit on all the rides. Last time we went in 2010 I didn't fit on a couple and it was so embarrassing and also upsetting to not be able to do the things I want to do because of my size.
I won't lie, I also want to feel pretty again. I think my face is ok but my fat wrecks it really. I want to look pretty in clothing that I have chosen to wear - not stuff I am forced to buy because it's the only stuff that actually fits.
I am hoping that by staying reasonably active on here and reading all your tips and successes it will have a positive influence on me. I need to loose over 100lbs so it will be a long journey for me but hopefully one that is worth working for.
Feeling nervous but a little excited!
