I have had 2 children who are now teens and I never lost all the weight from my youngest, who is now 15. I am 30 pounds overweight for my goal but 50 pounds over for my doctor. This extra weight is making my "delicate" knee hurt all the time. I really don't want another ACL replacement. I have a desk job that forces me to look at a computer all day. I've had some health challenges this past year and I am completely out of shape now starting as a beginner. I'm 41, 5'4" tall. I will walk in our parking lot when I can and I will make an effort to get up at 4 to exercise in the morning, as this is the only time I have to myself. Every night I say "tomorrow is the day". I hope it really is tomorrow. I'm hoping the reminders and challenges along with people like me will help me find success in losing some weight. Good luck to all of you and here's wishing us all a positive, healthy 2012.

Goal 1: (175) Massage
Goal 2: (170) New purse
Goal 3: (165) Mani/pedi
Goal 4: (160) New running shoes
Goal 5: (155) New gym outfit
Goal 6: (150) New outfit
Goal 7: (145) Wild card
Goal 8: (140) Salsa dancing