Greetings from the Sooner State

Hi all, I just joined LBT today and I thought I would post my introduction.

A little about me...

I was an athlete my whole life...16 years ago, I was captain of the men's swim team. Unfortunately, once I graduated I stopped exercising, discovered beer, and blew up like a balloon. I have gained 153 lbs in the last 16 years and I am now obese and completely lethargic. I have decided to take back my life and stop the cycle of obesity in my family. I am doing this for my family as much as I am myself. It's time!! I am getting banded on May 12th. 2011, one day before my birthday! I can do this! I was an athlete once and I'm determined to be one again!!

I am currently on the pre-surgery diet and I'm not enjoying it too much to be honest. I'm giving up food, soda, and smoking at the same time!! Not fun at all but I'm trying to maintain a positive attitude. I know it will be worth it in the end.

I look forward to getting to know the LBT community and helping any way I can with your weight loss journey.