It all started when I realized my weight was the reason I am so unhappy. I've never been this big before, stepping on a scale and seeing that I weigh 161lbs grossed me out. Every time I bought new pants and had to get a size or two bigger didn't really upset me as much as actually seeing my weight. It is the worst feeling trying to find an outfit when I want to go out, everything in my closet fits really tight and this is something new to me I've never had this problem before. I had always been a really petite girl, until I moved here to Lake Elsinore . Not working or doing anything, eating nothing but junk food is what got me to where I am now. Seeing myself in the mirror always upsets me. Every time I visit family and friends that I haven't seen in a while the first thing that seems to come out of their mouth always has to do with how much weight I've gained and how bigger I look. It is already difficult enough for me to have to see myself every day, so for other people to keep reminding me is even more hard and hurtful. That is why I am putting my foot down and doing something about it. I am slowly trying to change my eating habits and joined a gym. I started working out on August 16 2012 and hoping to reach my goal by Christmas time this year. I don't only wanna lose 30lbs but I wanna get fit and be healthier.

I love how I have more energy now that I started working out. Waking up every morning happy and looking forward to hitting the gym is one of the best feelings, walking out of the gym after a long good workout is even better. I like how just by working out it can encourage me to make healthier choices everyday.