Montana Outdoor knitting Newbie!

Okay....it is time to introduce myself. I am 60 and trying to lose 40 pounds. I put on most of my wt. when I wasn't looking but am pretty sure it was after 45. I now have high BP and that's just not okay. I want to be healthier and like what I see in the mirror. I enjoy road biking, kayaking, hiking, snow-shoeing and cross country skiing and as of today....I have no friends. Oh yeah....I love to cook! Knit too (Ravelry).