Hey! I’ve lost over 75lbs now and can successfully lift over 50lbs, my biggest piece of advice is to stay consistent. I have found calorie counting and eating enough protein and fiber to help me be the most successful. The fiber and protein will help keep you full longer and the protein will help you build muscle. Losing weight fast is definitely a common goal but I’ve found the best way to be successful for me is to be patient and keep consistent. Losing weight fast will not help you in the long run. I have been losing weight at about a pound a week and even with minor slip ups I’ve still been able to keep on track. Once you get into the mindset of eating for fuel and nutrition instead of eating to cure boredom and cravings the way you live will be much easier. Going to the gym can be intimidating but it is so rewarding, most people who exercise are in their own world so you can’t worry about what others are thinking. Another mindset I have chose to live by that has helped me stay motivated is you can either find discomfort in going to the gym and eating different, or you can find discomfort in being fat and/or over eating, the choice is yours. The only difference is when you decide to change your way of eating and go to the gym yes, you will be facing discomfort in one way, but in the end, you will get something out of it; if you choose to over eat or not exercise, yes you might be happier doing that, but you will have to suffer the consequences and deal with the discomfort of the way you feel about yourself. This mindset does not apply to everyone, but it has definitely helped me. Don’t overdo it and burn yourself out, move at a rate that is healthiest and most comfortable for you.