My name is Nicole, I am 26 years old. I currently work retail, but am actively looking for a job in a restaurant. I am attending Le Cordon Bleu in Sacramento, so I want to get some practical field experience while in school.

I have struggled with my weight ever since I hit puberty. I was a very skinny kid, so much so that I was nicknamed "Chicken Legs' in grade school. After puberty, however, that all changed. The only time I ever got control of my weight was when I was in the Army, but I ended up gaining it all back when I got out. It's a huge point of self-consciousness for me. I haven't owned a bathing suit in I don't know how long. I don't wear shorts unless I'm sleeping in them. I've told myself many times over the years that I will get it under control and get back the body that I want. Sadly, I've failed time after time. Not this time.

I've been a member of this site for a few months now. My best friend asked me to create an accout for myself, but also to support her. I have learned, through blogging and just talking to people, that the more honest I am with myself, and others, about my weight and stuff, the better it is for me to see it right in front of my face. That makes it easier to focus. That being said, here are my beginning weight and measurements.

Height: 5'6"
Weight: 246.5lbs
BMI: 39.8

Measurments:

(Will post these when I take them on Monday)


Also, you can visit my blog: http://chefroxy.blogspot.com