Hi, i'm a 16 year old girl...you can call me lana. this is my first time on the board...i weigh 160 pounds and am 5'5'', which isn't obese but more than a little overweight. And it's ALL fat because i never work out. (i'm going to start though, i just joined a gym today) I really want to lose 30 pounds by the time i start junior year in september. I've never really given much thought to my weight, but this year i've gained 40 pounds...yes, forty extra pounds of pure blubber. I tried on my old bathing suit today...My body is really starting to depress me. i mean, i'm only 16 and already have saddlebags and massive cellulite...my body looks like a middle aged women's. The worst part is my pot belly...although i'm not obese ALL my fat goes there....my parents actually were worried that i was pregnant last week. I'd just like someone to talk to, because my "heaviest" friend weighs 120 pounds, and i'm embaressed to even let my friends know how much i weigh, let alone ask for their help in weight loss.

lana , welcome..you will get lots of help here..i agree that it isnt a good idea to talk about it to your friends anyway..it has always helped me just to keep it my private project..im so glad you found us..your goal sound very doable..what are your plans?

Welcome Lana, you are right in my boat. I am 5'5 and 160 pounds. I have had two kids so I have a lot of problems with my abs also. If you need a buddy to keep you on track let me know . I am online almost everyday so we could keep in touch and keep one another motivated. i will ask the same question, what are your plans? I am eating healthier and working out everyday. Good luck and hope to talk to you soon.