Hello! I am happy to see that there is a group for us fabulous 30 year olds. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am 36 years old and I am a mom to three wonderful children who each have their own specific needs and so in between many appointments and providing them with the supports that they need, I have little to no time for myself, especially this last year. I am married to a wonderful man whom I have been married to for almost 14 years. He is a wonderful support and now that I am putting myself first for the first time, he has been even more supportive. I am a teacher and work hard to provide my students with activities that will provide them with a love for learning.

So I started MFP a little over a week ago and I am down 8 pounds since Monday. have a long way to go with a goal of 104 pounds to loose. I am not sure if I have lost any since then as I made my husband hide my scale. I will have to wait until Monday to find out.

Well that it is for me. I would love to add to my friends list, as I know that I will need all of the support that I can get. So if you are looking for a little support as well please send me a message and we can support one another.

Cheers,
Michelle

Hello everyone! My name is Cynthia. I just turned 30 March 21st! I live in Dallas, TX. I have started my own cheerleading company and I am embracing my 30's. I am going to lose 25 pounds and I can't wait to see the results. I am looking for friends for support and I can be supportive as well. feel free to add me as a friend! Have a Cynsational Day!

Hello, I'm Jennifer and I've been in my thirty's for about 6 years now, maybe 7 years... lol I'm young at heart and most days can not even remember my age.. I have 5 children.. 3 girls 2 boys.. 17, 11,10,8,3 & hoping that we can make the baby a big brother... but that aside. I've been with my husband for 20 years... meet him at 18.. and I will have to admit now that I will be 38 in September. (age is just a number to me its not defining me) I'm looking to support and be supported by ladies who have the same goals as me. Well Have a great day all.. hope to meet some new friends..

Well, I just turned 30 (sigh) and I'm ready to get healthy. I've started running and am ejoying the experience so far. I'm looking forward to the journey...the good and the bad. I definately need motivation and help which I'm hoping will keep me pushing myself for toward new goals.

Hi all, Kind of new to the boards and MFP. Been here since the end of April and loving it. Looking for some friends more in my age group so I joined the 30 somethings. I'm from PA..northeast. Anyone and everyone is welcome to add me!

Hey all

I'm Becky, 32 and I live in the lakes region of New Hampshire. I'm divorced with three kids (They live with dad during school and here in the summer)

My story is on my profile page-- I won't repost it here (way too long) but take a look if you get a chance.

Long story short-- I'm down 45lbs (was 60 but life got in the way and I let a little creep back on) and now I'm going for the last 45 to get me to my goal.

I work at a YMCA camp for Boys during the summer and usually during the school year I work with Autistic or other developmentally challenged youth.

Nice to meet all of you!

-- Becky

(edited to add -- I'm only putting 10 pounds at a time on my ticker-- smaller goals are easier it seems )

Hello everyone, I am a 31...almost 32 year old living in the STL area. I work full-time and go to school full-time. Enjoy yoga and walking my energetic lab/pit bull mix. When I met my husband in 2009 I was at my perfect weight but moving in and cooking for an ARMY guy I put some pounds back on that are not agreeing with me anymore. I am in the hopes that MFP will help get me back to my fighting weight.

Welcome to the 30 Somethings group for those of you coming on these past few weeks! There are several of us actives on here so feel free to add us for additional support. Please feel free to start any posts/threads.

Good luck on your journeys!!


Jo

Hi All! I am Allison and I am 34 (will be 35 in August). I have been on MFP for a little over 2 years and have lost 41lbs so far! I just recently got married on April 28, 2012 to a wonderful man!... I have a 12 yr old daughter from my 1st marriage. We are about to begin activily looking for a house to move into and then begin thinking about maybe having another child sometime before my clock gives out.... I recently earned my 1st degree black belt in Tang Soo Do, my daughter is a 1st degree and my hubby is a 3rd degree. I don't train as much as I used to due to some recent events, but I still stay active physically. I am a member at our local gym here and workout at least 3 times a week or more. Feel free to add me, sorry guys, I only accept friend requests from ladies...

Hello everyone. I'm Lawrence. I'm heading back to college this Fall to complete my BA. I've been overweight most of my life and I'm excited to finally change that. So far so good. 30 isn't as bad I thought it was going to be. I feel younger than when I was 20. Feel free to add me. Have a great day!

hi peoples,
i'm wendy, 34, turning 35 in october. i've been on mfp for about 6 months and lost about 30lbs before joining. in the last year i've gotten really into the routine of working out, and trying to keep it interesting over time. i like the way exercise makes me feel so i plan to stick with it. i love to cook and experiment with food. i'm mostly vegetarian but have fish once in a while. i live in nyc and have two kitties and a tiny dog. i have a girlfriend in boston and no kids.

Hello! I'm Erin and a 34 year old newlywed (married in October 2010). I'm new to MFP... relatively new at least. I first logged in at the end of April, but didn't maintain logging in. I'm back and am looking for support, inspiration, and motivation in this weight loss journey (hopefully my last!). My husband and I want to start a family, but my doctor wants me to lose 40lbs before we start trying (big reality check for me).

@erinreyoyo: Wow, that would really be a hard thing to hear from a doctor. I support you 100% in your goal and know you can do it!! Adding a darling baby to your family will be the BEST reward!

Hello All, my name is Athena I am born and raised in Fort Worth Texas. I've been married then divorced then married again then divorced and then ended right back up with my first husband who is also the father of my 2 kiddoes, my daughter is 12 and son is 10. Lol. I am 32 and in 2 days will be 33 and I am feeling better and looking better in my opinion than I did in my 20's. I am constantly on the move. I work full time, and still come home and cook a meal and clean and go work out. I thought I would never be able to do all these things until I actually started doing it and wanting to be here for my kids and thier kids which is mainly why I had to change my lifestyle. Between a family history on both sides of: Diabetes, High blood pressure, and every other health condition thats associated with your weight is in my family lurking in the background like a crazy stalker.... So now I am down 21 pounds and counting and will continue to push forward and reach my goal and possibly exceed it. Good luck to everyone and continue until you reach your goals! Thank you, Athena

Hey there everyone! I am 32 and live in the suburbs of Chicago. Excited to join MFP and looking for others to share a journey with. I'm glad I found this group! My wife and I have been married for almost 9 years and have 2 kids with another on the way. I am a software engineer and looking for others with a similar occupation.