If you want to do a youtube channel, I think it's great. There's a great weightloss community on YT and I watch their videos frequently because it helps with motivation.
I don't watch to get advice, so I wouldn't start doing videos about that. I think what makes people watch, at least why I watch, is because it's a positive thing to see someone go through the same struggle and you get interested in that person and in their success.
Yes, there are trolls and people who will make negative comments, but the majority aren't bad folks. You have to go knowing that you will get negative comments (if people watch you videos) but that it's not really personal. I think it's worse if no one makes comments at all.
The best way to get people to watch your videos is not only to post it here if people are interested, but to also participate in the community in YT. Make comments on other people's vlogs, give advice if you want, post video responses to other people's videos, participate in challenges.
Your first video should be an introduction because no one knows you and they will want you. The fact that you've lost 88 lbs is AMAZING and a lot of people will want to hear about how you did and whether it was hard or what motivated you to finally do it.
Some other advice. Make a schedule for yourself about when and how often you want to make the videos. Consistency is important if you want to keep your audience. You'll want to consider the types of videos too. Some can be weigh-ins, others can be grocery hauls, others can be about cooking a recipe you really like or exercise. It's a great way of documenting what you're doing to lose your weight.
Good luck!
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