[pgbrowngirl]

Hello everyone,

I've been hiding out on the site for a while reading the posts of the other ladies. I've enjoyed them. I have to admit I'm a little intimidated. I don't lift weights, have a regular workout routine, or have a regular diet plan.

I saw the pictures of some of the members and WOW, you all look wonderful! More intimidation...LOL

Well, why exactly am I here then you ask? My boyfriend emailed this site to me. He's a powerlifter, and I'm lazy...LOL.

No seriously, I've always wanted to tone my body and why not hang around some women who look awesome and toned. Maybe some of those good vibes will rub off.

I will be moving in with him soon, and I'm wanting to change my body, not for him mind you, for me. He accepts me as I am, or he had better...LOL. He lives in sunny California with beach bunnies, and I refuse to feel inferior. I want a body I feel proud to show off.

Any advice is welcome and greatly appreciated.

[bigmama]

Well you took the first step, that is to come in and join us. It always helps when you have a great support system. I wish I had knowledge of BB boards when I started. If you have any questions I'm sure someone here has the answer. These are some very smart women. By the way welcome. I just joined here and am enjoying greatly.

[Liftingchic]

well hiya hun... your bf is a powerlifter? how cool is that i ask that go look around the site.. there is some great info on diets and etc.. and if you have any questions let us know

[Effie_drine]

Welcome glad your here!

My favorite piece of advice is what ever your mind precives your body can achieve.

You will also find that once you move in with your guy. You will start picking up his eating habits. Since he's a lifter I'm sure he eats well. Try and find a gym where you feel comfortable, certain times of the day are better for going if you feel insecure. My gym has peak hours where most of the guy's lift and other times when you will find just us ladies. Ask questions lots of them that's what were here for.

Thank's for joining us! :

[pgbrowngirl]

Thanks everyone for the encouragement and the warm welcomes! I have started a better eating regime, but I have never been in a gym in my entire life. Where do I start?

[tears4tea]

Hey welcome to the site!
First let me tell you that I'm in Cali too and don’t believe the hype. Once you get on the beach here, your first thought will be just because they made it in her size that does mean she should have bought it and then wore it in public. There are a lot of great gyms out here and there are even a few with women only sections.

Do you have any girlfriends now where you live at that currently go to the gym? If so maybe see about collecting a few guest passes to check them out.

If not stop by the gyms in your area and tell them you are looking join. Most gyms have someone who does sells like a fitness counselor or something similar that will give you a tour of the gym and go over the prices. TIP: right after he goes over the prices hit him up for a free pass for couple days so that you can check out the gym to see if it is right for you.

Also since you will be moving soon try not to join a gym that wants you to sign a contract find one that goes month to month so that when it time for you to move you wont have any extra hassles. Good luck!!

[blakemail669]

Great to meet someone new. Once you get started at the gym, you will love it. It kinda' becomes a habit... A good one.

[hippydonna]

hello

[Dani]

Hi there! Welcome.

Please don't feel intimidated, all of us at one time or another had to take that first step. Can tell you from my own experience, that first step is the hardest
Since you've taken that first one, we'll help you overcome the next in any way we can

Gr. D.

[DblDmnGd38]

How did I ever miss this post? I don't know but sorry I did. Welcome aboard girl and don't feel intimidated, all of us are here to help everyone improve and support each other. It's great to see you took the first step and hopefully we can give you the motivation to keep you going. Welcome aboard and don't hesitate to ask any of us anything.