Hi, everyone!

[Stefanie]

Hello! I started Atkins on September 6 and have been cheat free ever since. I have tried and failed this way of eating in the past, but am ready to get serious about getting healthier and losing weight. I am afraid of medical conditions like diabetes and stroke. I am sick of looking in the mirror and seeing 3 chins and a stomach that looks like I'm expecting a baby. I am going to be a teacher soon and I don't want to be the fat teacher all the kids make fun of. And someday, I want to have kids, and I hear that it can be hard to conceive when overweight. I look forward to getting to know everyone, and I recognize some of the names from other boards I have been to in the past (I don't think anyone could forget Brook!). Have a great day, everyone!

Stefanie
25/f 5'5
215/207/150

[Isabeau]

Hello and welcome! Sounds like you're off to a fantastic start. You'll find lots of support and motivation here. Lots of challenges going on and even exercise challenges. Glad to have you with us!

[dreamof145]

Hello. Welcome. I wish I'd would have started taking care of myself when I was younger, but at least I've finally seen the light. Everyone here is fantastic when it comes to giving support and motivation to get healthy and lose excess weight.

I look forward to hearing about your success!!

[Sheshy]

Hi Stephanie and welcome!! You've named some good motivational reasons to lose weight! And cheat free! w00t!