New to forum

I usually lurk in the RNY forum and post once in a while.  I started @ 371 and am currently at 298.5 and  yes I do count the 1/2 pound lost.   I didn't realize this forum was here because there are so many others out there in their low to mid 200's and I want to lose at least 200 pounds.  I feel like those of us over 50 BMI have a lot to share with each other and a long road to journey on.

Hi Kathy - You and I are at about the same weight.  I am waiting impatiently to be under 300.  Welcome to the BMI over 50 board.  This is a wonderful place to lurk or post :)  We have a special understanding of people who are trying to lose a lot more weight.  It takes more time and maybe more work, but there are some people on this board who have been very successful at reaching goal and they are a great source of support and information.  I hope you join us in posting our daily exercise and/or food, and maybe even in our Monday weigh-ins.  We' ve had a lot of new people joining us lately I hope everyone sticks around and continues to contribute to making this board, IMO, the best board on OH.  Congratulations on your progress so far, and continued good wishes as you melt ever smaller.  Jenn

Welcome Kathy! I started at 374 and less then 21 months later I'm weighing in at 177 or so, almost 200 pounds gone! This is a great forum, and we're glad to have you join us!

Hi Kathy, I'm relatively new myself.  Welcome!! -Dawn

Welcome Kathy....you're my kind of gal....I count every 1/2 lb too!! LOL I was told in Weigh****chers years ago that 1/2 lb is 2 sticks of butter so YES it does count!  This is an awesome place to vetn, share WOW moments, concerns and questions.  We're glad to have you here!   Jeanine

Welcome to our little corner of the internet, Kathy.  I'm glad you found this forum; I think you'll like it here.  (It's my favorite forum - definitely where I come for support, encouragement, and occasionally a shoulder to lean on...).  I hope you'll feel at home here too Kellie

Hi Kathy! I started at 371 as well and I think you are right, the BMI over 50 crowd has some different challenges - I've been at this board for over 2 years and love the people and support. Hope to see you back here often!

Kathy welcome. You will find this is THE place to be for those of us with a BMI over 50. Everyone here understands the struggle of having a large amount to lose. You will find wonderful support.