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LIVIN' LARGE: Minimizing yourself and maximizing your life! When you have over 100 pounds to lose it can seem impossible to get started in the right direction.

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Old 02-11-2009, 10:06 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Hi everyone, I've been a member for a little while lurking in the corners reading posts but never jumping in myself.

About 2 weeks ago I decided my life wasn't what I wanted it to be. I had a job I had started to hate, am overweight by more that 100lbs, and going to school for the wrong major.

So I have quit my job, switched my major and am now on the quest to lose at least 100lbs. With all the info here I hope to get started in the right direction. A little info about myself:
I'm 5'8 weigh 300lbs
Diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic one month ago.
I do have some exercise equipment such as a treadmill, exercise bike and a bow flex.
I am trying to combine my weight loss with my new major in web development by hosting a website chronicling my weight loss.
Have a wonderful wife and 3 kids.
Need a new job!

Thats all really. I just wanted to finally say hi and introduce myself to everyone out there.

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Old 02-11-2009, 10:17 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Glad to meet you and wishing you lots of success on your goals.
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Old 02-11-2009, 09:43 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Congrats on making the big decision to change your life so remarkably. Looking forward to following your progress. Good luck.
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Old 02-11-2009, 10:59 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Congrats on making the big decision to change your life so remarkably. Looking forward to following your progress. Good luck.
Welcome aboard, Paul.
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Old 02-12-2009, 08:24 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Thanks everyone for the welcome. It is going to be a huge change in direction but it is well overdue. I hope to be able to contribute to the board here at some point!
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Old 02-12-2009, 08:27 AM   #7 (permalink)
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Seems like you already have...?
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Old 02-18-2009, 12:49 PM   #8 (permalink)
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You've made some gutsy decisions, kudos. Welcome!
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