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From Marina, Age 23

Ht. 5'7", Start: 237 lb, Today: 145 lb, Goal: 130 lb - Hi Everyone! You might have seen me around the board occasionally - I've been around the site for about 8 or so years now but I've definitely outgrown the teens section. I really like reading & replying to your posts, but I don't really post anything of my own - so I'm here to introduce myself... My name is Marina, I'm 23 and from Canada. I've always been healthy councious and loved fitness and sports and weighed a healthy 130lbs my entire life. Unfortunately, following some health problems which landed me in & out of the hospital for 5 years (with stays as long as 8 consecutive months) and on up to 13 different medications at one time, I ended up gaining a whopping 107lbs! It was quite devestating and I was extremely self concious. However, I'm slowly getting back on track as I have now lost 92 of those pounds! It's been a long, hard road (as I know you all understand). However, I've learned a lot about myself, my motivation and my true passion in life! As a result, I started university and am pursuing a degree in psychology & nutrition...I am also in the process of obtaining personal training certification. My goal is to learn to effectively help people just like us! I still have a few pounds to lose, but I have confidence that I will have no problems getting there eventually. I hope that I can be of some assistance and support to you wonderful people going through a tough struggle. Good luck to you all & remember that you can do it! :)