Hi ladies!

I'm also really happy to be here, and happy new year to everyone.

I recently finished my PhD, which is a great feeling. But, because of that health and wellness have kind of fallen by the wayside over the past one - or maybe even two - years!

I always said that the year after I finished school would be "my healthiest year ever," but hopefully I'll be setting up some good habits for life. My goal is to make *sustainable* changes to my diet and exercise routines. In the past, I have been quite successful with going crazy at the gym and cutting calories, losing a bunch of weight - and then gaining it all back again.

In terms of more specific goals, I'd like to get back into swimming and running without injuring myself along the way. And, I'd like to finally admit to/address the fact that I have food allergies! Up until now I've basically refused to cut out things like gluten and dairy (I like them too much!), despite a doctor's advice . But, I do feel pretty crumby after eating most of the time as a result. So, I'll be trying to eat more calories from healthy fats and proteins and less from grains and dairy.

Good luck to everyone!

Elma

Hello everyone,

I am taking this year to get healthy. Really healthy. I am only 5'2", and I weigh 168 lbs. That is a lot on a 5'2" frame. I need to lose a good 50 lbs, but would be happy with 35. I think being a part of a group and joining in the challenges will help me stay focused. I am 42 years old, a recent grandmother, and got married last summer.

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to MFP and this year I want to get back on a healthy routine. I lost 56 pounds last year, but stopped keeping up with my routine since October and now 20 pounds have snuck back on. I'm looking forward to be motivated and motivate others through this group.

Hi Everyone,

I made an attempt a few years ago to try to lose weight but fell flat in that effort. My intention this year is to commit to being healthy and fit. However, my motivation level has been really low this past year. I'm hoping I can find inspiration from all of you!

This time last year I had just finished college and gotten my degree, which was a huge accomplishment for me, especially at my age! Unfortunately, I think unconsciously, this gave me an excuses for being to lax with my attempts to exercise and eat healthy meals. So, no more excuses! I'm ready to get fit in 2014.

I had a baby 20 months ago. I lost all but 6 pounds within 5 weeks, but I had post partum depression, and unfortunately, my response to that was to eat. Chocolate, mainly. I am getting much more sleep now and the depression is pretty much gone. Now I have to lose almost 20 pounds to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight. Having a baby has turned into an excuse for the weight, but it is time to end that. No more excuses. I need to get my eating in check and exercise consistently. Planning out my meals for the week will be key. Last minute meals are always a bad idea.

Hello Kelly and all the rest of you Ladies,
Looked long and hard for a group that is currently active. Also one that seems serious about their weight loss jorneys, and also that I would feel comfortable with. All of you appear very freindly and encouraging. My name is Sherri and I live in Iowa. I have 140 lbs to lose. I' ve lost over 100 lbs at least twice before , but is determine in 2014 to make the needed "life style" changes once and for all to keep it off. I look forward to meeting all of you and your encouragement, and I hope I will be a blessing to each of you
Sherri