Belated Hello

nbarclay

Have been using the site since the end of Jan but think I should get more involved.

I started at about 290 pounds in November last year. I was down to 276 when I was introduced to this site by a friend in Jan and am at 267 now. My progress over the last few weeks has stalled mainly due to an injury to my knee which still isn't completely healed yet but I've managed to pick up the exercise in the last few days again. While calorie counting isn't exactly rocket science I've found this site (and more so the App) extremely helpful in raising my awareness of what I'm eating.

Up until I was 14 or 15 I used to play football almost every day. I've never particularly eaten healthily but the insane about of football I played kept me very fit. Due to knee problems I wasnt able to continue playing for the 2 football sides I played for, and time playing with friends in kickabouts was limited to about an hour a week. This is when I started to gain weight, quickly.

Over the past 3-4 years I've attempted to get into the routine of going to the gym regularly but due to a number of social issues (unfit people are the most out of place in the place they should be the most!) and ongoing knee issues I've never been able to stick at it. With the help of a good friend I've become more focused in the last 4/5 months and have bought an exercise bike to use at home which fits into my life perfectly.

So anyway, Hi. (Feel free to add me as a friend, need some more on here ;p)

hollyknouse

Welcome. You are doing great so far! This is the best place out there for motivation and support! I totally feel you on the being uncomfortable at the gym. 100 pounds ago I was so uncomfortable because of the way I looked and my lack of ability. I am now a lot lighter and still feel uncomfortable sometimes. I get intimidated by the people running blah blah blah. I know you will do great!

Barelmy

Hallo.:D