48 and wanting to lose 48

motivation comes from within. and everyone has different motivations. To fit into a certain size, to better their health, to increase their energy, to lower blood pressure or blood sugar levels. 100 other possibilities.

now, having friends with similar goals, even if their motivation is different, can help keep you on the right path. Seeing others struggle with the same things you do lets you know you're not alone. Seeing others have reached their goals is encouraging when you feel like you never will. Because... weight loss is a process. It's slow and at times, tedious.