I would say that it started in high school. I learned all the basic stuff and proper lifting techniques. I was in reasonably good shape when I trained for sports but would fall off when I wasn't training. Then I went to college and worked out regularly. I lost the weight and even had a six pack for a while. But gradually, the weight returned and I found myself in the exact place I started in because I lost sight of the fact that bodybuilding, while substantial, is only a a part of the equation.

It's a great feeling when you've eliminated the stress through lifting and running. I'm starting slowly again but it's one day at a time.