New Friends Around 176 Pounds

I also weight 176 pounds and need to lose around 50 lbs. I quit smoking 3 years ago and gained a lot of weight. I am only 5 foot 1 so I am not happy with the way I look at all. I tried my fitness pal almost a year ago and then gave up when I needed to travel out of state to help with two siblings who got cancer. I let things take the place of physical activity and fitness. I could use some motivational friends and support to keep me going to get fit and healthy. I made a goal of going to the gym Monday through Friday to help get in shape. Nice to meet you all