Such a fantastic website!

courtneyweiss
courtneyweiss Posts: 59
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everyone! Just wanted to say that this website is fantastic. Finally, I've found something that is free (kudos to the Mike and Al - please tell me I got your names right)!!

Two years ago I lost 25 lbs for my wedding. Seems like all the hard work was for nothing as I've gained back all the weight. Plus some. Sigh. But, I'm now ready for a change. I've got the best, most supportive friends and family a girl could ask for, and a wonderful husband that would stick with me through anything.

My biggest challenge? Nutrition. I could work out until the cows come home. I love a good sweat session. But, I've always struggled with making sure I take in the right foods in the right amounts (read: without shovelling ice cream and chocolate). I figure I need to find a balance that works for me - one that keeps me at my goal weight and doesn't make me break down from chocolate withdrawl (and don't even think about suggesting sugar-free chocolate. It does very, very nasty things to my insides and, in turn, whatever I happen to be sitting on).

I'm looking forward to the advice and insight that I can gain from this community!!

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  • Welcome! I just joined yesterday. I think that this website is great too. I work at a holistic center in Los Angeles, CA and what really helps me get through the cravings is acai chocolate. It tastes great and it's better for you.
  • DeeDeeLHF
    DeeDeeLHF Posts: 2,301 Member
    I will have to check out the acia chocolate...where do you get it?

    I love the Lindt 90% cocoa chocolate and allow myself the indulgance every couple of days.
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
    Hello and welcome to MFP, the best website ever!!! You will love this site if you don't already. I love this site. It is so motivational, supportive, helpful, easy to use, and everyone is so nice and friendly. I just wanted to wish you a lot of success on your weight loss journey. You can do this!!!!!!!!!!! :smile: :flowerforyou: :smile: :flowerforyou:
  • Wow, only two days and already I feel like I'm part of the community. Thanks everyone, we're all in this together!!:laugh:
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