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Originally Posted by MalloryJo

Hi all, I am the new girl!
I had never thought about joining any kind of support group until now. I figured it may be the one think to truly help me. I am 23 years old and am 90 lbs over weight according to my doctor. 260lbs! I really want to get healthy for myself and my family. I was just married in January, and I have truly lost myself. I graduated college early, got a great job and have become a work-aholic. About a year ago I was running 3 miles a day just for fun, I was a size 12 and very healthy (I am 5'11). Today, I am a size 22 and I am very unhappy with myself. My husband loves me for me, and I feel so guilty sometimes that I have let work and my busy schedule take over my life. My husband is a tall, fit person who never gains a pound, and I feel like I owe it to myself and him, as well as our future kids to get healthy and back in shape. I do not have a lot of friends that can relate. Any time I talk about being over weight, they think I am crazy because they don't see it. My height is the only thing that saves me from looking completely obese. I would really like to have people to talk to who understand, and help me get through..Thanks!

Welcome MalloryJo,

You have come to the right place for support. The members of this community are very understanding and helpful because they can all relate. You will also find great info about getting healthy. I know you can do it if you just commit. It will be great to follow your progress. Best of luck.