Hi all. Today is my first ay on SBD. I've read the book in the past, and do need to refresh myself. I live in Texas, just turned 30, have a 4 year old son, and am single.

The reason I chose SBD is because I normally try to eat healthy foods and feel much better mentally and physically choosing SBD approved foods.

I decided to join the boards for accountability. I hae no problem going to the gym. I love to exercise! It's my food and alcohol choices that keep me where I'm at. I work hard at the gym and it's tough not to see the scale move.

I'm currently at 147.5 pounds. This time last year, I weighed 148. My measurements are also the same. I did get down to 140 for awhile, but then summer came along and vacations, the holidays, and well, here I still am. :-)

I'm 5'2" and would like to lose at least 25 pounds. I will reassess when I get close to that goal. I have a tendancy to get smaller but not lose weight, which is mentally challenging.

I look forward to getting to know you all.

Marissa

Hi Marissa! Today is my first day of Phase 1 also. I just turned 30 also (less than a month ago!)

Best wishes for successful weight loss!

welcome to the site! Wishing you a healthy and happy new year!

Today is my first day too. I was considering Atkins but decided South Beach seemed much healthier for me in the long run.
I'm going to need all the help I can get too!
I look forward to getting to know my fellow dieters!

Paige

to The Beach, Marissa, Melody & Paige! We look forward to having you with us and getting to know you!

Wow, must be almost New Year's everyone. SBD is a great plan for life and this board is the best place I know of to get the information and support to help you get where you want to go. I look forward to getting to know all of you

Welcome, Marissa. There are a number of Texans who post here. Which area of the state are you in? This is such a healthy way of eating. I really think it helps my son stay healthy to eat this way (although I fix him extra carbs if I am doing phase 1).

Welcome chicks! Good luck in your journey, don't be afraid to ask questions, all the chicks here are a wealth of knowledge and support!

Marissa (and Melody, too!)!

Glad to have you with us. Thanks for posting an introduction thread so we can welcome you (any new members reading this, please do the same so we can welcome you personally!). I look forward to seeing you in the daily (the thread with the name of the day in it) so we can get to know you better.

Welcome you two!

I am on my second week of Phase 1 and doing a-ok. Let me know if you need any help!

Welcome to all the newbies! You can do this (and you'll feel much better as well).

Hi I actaully just started today as well. I lost about 30 lbs last year, but then gain back 20lb of it. I want to lose that again, and another 40 lbs or so. Plus I am tired of being exhausted all the time. I hope that I can make this a lifestyle. Right now I am so craving salty carbs... like popcorn.

Come and post on the Phase I Thread here.

Hi, today is my first day too. I'm 29 and I'm trying to get in shape for my wedding in August, 2009.

My goal is to lose 20 lbs that I gained during grad school. My major problems are skipping meals and then filling up on unhealthy snacks. I also have trouble making myself go to the gym and exercising, always blaming it on my work schedule. I actually have plenty of time to go to the gym, and I am committed to doing it this time.

Welcome to all the other new members!

Hi everyone. Today is my first day on Phase I. I am not new to site but am new to SB. I am a single mom of a teenager and an eight year old and am also engaged to a great guy! I am a full time college student and work part-time as a legal secretary. I am looking forward to a great 2009!