I am Scott. I am happy to be a member of this group. Seems like I have always been on a diet. I really have no choice at this time. I have already lost 15 lbs so from here on in, my weight loss will be slow. I did not start exercising since Christmas because my daughter asked me for my gameroom for Christmas. She wanted me to make it her bedroom with a Paris theme. I accomplished the goal by Christmas but her old room is now my work out room and its full of boxes. I may not get it all cleaned out today but I will make it so I can get to my Livestrong Cycle. I am comitted to riding it 4 times a week, but I hope I can do it daily. Plan on a little light weight work also. I have quite a bit of arthritis in my shoulders and I must take it easy. Eventually my goal is to start doing the Beach Body DVDS. I have several of them. They are just too hard for me at this point. I am a RN and have a Dietitian helping me with my diet. So far I have been more aggressive than she would like. I look forward to being in this group through the month of February. I am very excited. Ill probably be the Old Man of the group. I am 55 years old, but still think Im 20. My hobbies are Travel, Music, Cooking, Socializing, Outdoors, Camping, Backpacking, White Water, Boating, Golf, Cycling, and working on my Lake Cabin as time permits. Planning to Vacation in Vegas this summer. My wife wants us to hike down into the Grand Canyon. That will take a lot of preparation from both of us.
Take care and I look forward to getting to know all of you....All the Best....Scott

Stick with it. With the drop in calories and carbs your body goes through a hangover of type. Last Monday and Tuesday was hell for me. After that I have felt wonderful. I think your doing great making a few changes here and there. Before Christmas I dropped all sodas, anything white, and no sugar. I was not compliant during the Holidays and gained several back. Complex Carbs and Protein is what I'm eating now .I am drinking skim milk but trying to stay away from cheese (my favorite thing in the world). No Alcohol either. Good luck. you will feel better soon.

Hi everybody Im Helena and I am a couple days new here. I am really determined to get eating well down to a science but to eventually not deprive myself of all foods. I have a really hard time staying away from drinks hi in sugar and love love love sweet tea. I am currently trying to lose 50 pounds that I have gained over a period of time starting last spring. I want the obvious of looking good for the summer but I also want to feel amazing.

Hi, my name is Sarah. I have 22 pounds (10 kg) to lose. but more importantly muscle definition and losing my tummy to fit the recommended Australian guidelines. So if I don't make it down to 22 pounds exactly but I look healthy, then I won't be too worried. I also want to make fitness as part of a routine. I'm generally a healthy eater. I've seen some shifts lately by upping my swimming and walking. by February I want to be confident in doing a couch to 5k.

Hello! I have been actively using MFP for about a month. For the first time in my life I am seriously tracking what I eat and making better choices. I was an athlete my whole life until almost 4 years ago when I found out I was expecting my first child. My activity level went way down from there. I work full time and devote every spare moment to my family. Our second child is now 10 months old and I have realized that I need to take care of myself or I won't be around to love on them. So, now that I am eating better(and not sabbotaging my workout efforts), I want to commit to working out and really making a change. Right before my first pregnancy, I was doing P90X and was in the best shape of my life. I am going to begin using those DVD's again (not at full intensity, yet, but I will get there) and , hopefully, regain part of the athlete I used to be. I would like to lose 30 pounds total, but my goal for February will be about 12 pounds. I look forward to starting this journey with all of you and I thank you in advance for the accountability...it's appreciated!