My name is Connie, I am a newbie. I have been working out for about 2 weeks and have lost 9 pounds. I know the weight won't keep coming off like this, but when you have over 150 pounds to lose and don't get much exercise, it tends to fall off pretty fast with an hour of exercise a day. For right now, I am motivated and I am actually enjoying working out, but I have been through this before...motivation is my biggest issue. I usually do good at first, but then when I start to feel like I have to chose between something fun or going to the gym, I tend to chose the fun after a few dedicated weeks. That is why I am here...I know that is coming around the corner in a few weeks and don't want to give up again this time. I am 26 years old and over 300 pounds and just can't keep living like this. I would like to reach my goal before I am 30 so that I can experience all that this life has to offer. I'm glad I have found this site for support, hopefully it will make a difference.