Hola! I am Sandy. I am 64. I have COPD/emphysema. I got a power chair/wheel chair and that catapulted me into a new dimension of thinking. I got busy at the gym. Found I could do 30 minutes on the recumbent bike. I added 5 minutes every week and have been doing an hour daily for about a month. I added strength training 2-3 times a week. I have changed my diet dramatically. I have never used that power chair!! I have only lost 8 pounds so far, but have added great muscle. I have about 50 more pounds to lose. I found this site to be so motivating. I am grateful. I am on a new path. I love being part of this challenge!

My goals are to lose 15+ pounds by Christmas, and keep on with the nutrition and exercise programs I have set for myself.

Hi all. I'm not that new to MFP but I wondered away for a while and now I'm back.

I'm 46 years old, married, father of 3. My story is not all that special - I was in great shape as a young adult. The stress of working my way through college, grad school and raising a family have all contributed to the slow decline of my physique and health. The wake up call came when I had a physical for a job last year and they told me I have high blood pressure, borderline diabetes and high choesterol, a formula for arterial disease. I thought 'hmmm... that might explain the headaches I've been having for the last 2 years'. I was kinda depressed about being on medication but it made me face up to the fact that I needed to get serious about my health. I bought equipment, read books and articles and started taking charge of the situation. I was making some progress but it was slow. Then I found MFP and REALLY got a handle on things. I'm still on medications but I'm feeling so much better and stronger than I did one year ago and heck even 6 months ago!.

I'm kinda amped about this challenge. A big thank you goes out to SPICEANNE for making the group and the spreadsheet. My goal is to be down 20lbs by Christmas. I'm open to friends, supporters and well wishers so feel free to send requests. Good luck to you all!

Hi. My name is Jill. I am 29, a mother of a soon to be 6yr old girl, next May i will be married for 3 years and 10 years together with my hubby. I have been 20 lbs away from my goal weight, and for some odd reason I let it all go. I gained back all my weight (77lbs) and am starting back at square one AGAIN!

I am getting in the couch 2 5K program, completed my first workout today, and am going to be supplementing in Insanity workouts 2 days a week to get in toning and strength training.

I am an emotional eater as well, so I have my work cut out for me with eating right. I want the new year to be a great one, and this challenge I am hoping will help me get to the place. I want to lose 15lbs at the least during this challenge, the more the merrier! But 15 is my lowest number. Can't wait to get started!

Hi everyone my name is Nancy, ive been on MFP for a little bit and already lost 14 lbs. Holidays are the most hardest. Im ready for this challenge.

this is such a great idea I always splurge over the holidays so being a member of this group will help me to keep focusing and reaching for my goals!!! I hope to lose 20 pounds at least by the time this challenge is over !!

My name is Suzy I'm on mfp because I need help staying motivating myself! Ive lost almost 20 lbs since starting mfp a few months ago. I love it. I have four kids and need to be able to keep up with all the lil rugrats. Cant wait to help be supportive for everyone else too!

Hello. My name is Gene and I have been on MFP for a while. I am a diabetic trying to stay in control of my blood sugar levels and know that eating properly and exercising are the way to go... it currently seems to be all consuming and I want to make it second nature so it isn't such a constant challenge. I plan to make healthier food choices and to get more daily exercise during this challenge. I also would be happy with a 15 - 20 lb loss.

Hello everyone! My name is Ofelia. I want to lose 20 lbs on this challenge. I'm really excited and looking forward to losing weight, gaining muscle and confidence. Good luck to everyone! Feel free to add me as a friend

Late to the introduction party (I have issues with time management, I never manage to have enough) but here goes.

My name is Ashley, I am a nurse (the desk kind) and I live in Scottsdale, AZ.

I set my goal for 30lbs which is pretty aggressive, but I enjoy a challenge and any weight lost is a success.

I have a really odd sense of humor but I do give amazing pep talks. Feel free to add me as a friend if you want.

I would like to lose about 20 lbs and just feel good about myself during the holidays. I have a wedding in March (mine) ) so I would like to be the kickstart to my self confidence!!