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Registered: 12-22-2006
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Tue, 12-26-2006 - 4:33pm

Hello everyone!! I am new here and thought I would introduce myself.

I am 31 years old and I have made it my goal to get healthy this year (ok so I am starting my resolution early, by this year I mean 2007)! I am 5'8" and I weigh 185. I would like to get down to about 145 - 150.

My goals are to be healthier, have more energy, and feel better! I have made a list of ways I would like to accomplish this and I plan on returning to this board for advice, support, and fun.

1. Quit Smoking - done, quit on Dec. 23. Only 4 days but it's a start.

2. Exercise - I have always done this sporadically but I want to establish a regular routine.

3. Eat better - again, done sporadically but never strict. Need discipline in this area. I get busy with work and then I just give in to whatever is quick.

4. Make more time for me - The older I get and the busier I get I tend to forget to make time for myself. I want my time back!

5. Lose weight - ok, so hopefully if I stick to number 1, 2, and 3 this will be an extra bonus. I must admit, I have gained a few lbs and I miss my old body. I also miss the enjoyment that I used to get from doing a little clothes shopping!

Anyway.....I plan on making myself accountable for my own success. No excuses this year...if I keep making them I will never succeed.

Thank you everyone for reading this! And good luck to all of you on your personal journeys in your 30s!

Happy holidays!

Melissa

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Registered: 03-19-2003
In reply to: mel7475
Tue, 12-26-2006 - 5:11pm

Welcome to the board Melissa!


We'll be here waiting for you....
Check out the Welcome Wagon post (http://messageboards.ivillage.com/n/mb/message.asp?webtag=iv-fbfitthirty&msg=11780.1&ctx=0) for some more info!

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Registered: 04-09-2003
In reply to: mel7475
Tue, 12-26-2006 - 6:41pm
Nice to meet you Melissa! Sounds like your ready to start your New Year off right! I'm in the process of getting my ducks in a row for the new year as well. However, if I can get started a day or two sooner than January I'll do it!!!

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Registered: 11-12-2001
In reply to: mel7475
Tue, 12-26-2006 - 8:27pm

Welcome to the board Melissa - sounds like you have a well thought out plan of action! I wish you much success!



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Registered: 04-11-2003
In reply to: mel7475
Wed, 12-27-2006 - 8:04pm

Welcome! I hear you about getting busy and forgetting to make time for yourself. That's probably the biggest reason I get into a "fitness slump." This is

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Registered: 05-07-2003
In reply to: mel7475
Sun, 12-31-2006 - 5:39am

WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!!
I have to say this is a great board and I find that it has helped me alot with my goals. Its so lovely to have a place where you can come, write to others in your same mind set and receive advice. The ladies are here are very kind and patient and do make you feel like this is a communnity one can not only join freely but wants to be part of .

I really liked your goals; I think it is so easy to get caught up in wanting to lose weight that we forget that the reason behind it is to be heathier; also the fact that eating better and exercising will help weight loss occur at a natural pace.

regards
Monet

iVillage Member
Registered: 12-04-2003
In reply to: mel7475
Tue, 01-02-2007 - 4:42pm

Welcome to the board! Congrats on quitting smoking!! Don't ever tell yourself, 'well it's only 4 days' each day is a wonderful accomplishment!! Pat yourself on the back!


Sounds like you have some great goals for 2007, glad to have you join us!