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[laurenoodle]

Hi everyone, I just wanted to introduce myself.

My name is Lauren and I've been overweight probably since middle school. I'm almost 21 in a few days, and I want to finally make a change with my life. On May 1st I set a goal for myself to lose 50 pounds by September, as I'll enter my senior year of college. I don't know if this goal is out of reach, but I'd still like to be healthier, and I've started eating better and exercising daily. I used to be very active in high school when I was on the track and field team, and when I entered college 3 years ago, I gained about 40 pounds due to stress I suppose. Anyway, I came on this site hoping for some motivation and support. I look forward to this journey with you all.

 

[usedtobefatmatt]

Lauren,
Welcome to the forum. This is a great place for info and motivation. I wish you the best of luck with your journey. Keep us posted.


Matt

 

[Seshir]

I just joined this week as well; welcome aboard! Stickies are fabulous information. I'm still baffled by some of the information. Better to learn now, I suppose.

And yes, college is the devil (and equally amazing.) I graduated several years ago, and I recently had a nightmare about not being prepared for a Spanish Final.

Good luck with the lifestyle changes and good luck with your senior year. Try to have fun this summer!