Hi, im new; help welcome :-)

[fitnuf]

Hi there- this is my first post in the womens forum. A friend encouraged me to put a profile on this site and I havent really explored much since then- but it looks like it will be a wonderful resource for friends and knowledge.

In brief my story is that last Dec (2006) I was 70 kilos and at 155 cms that was borderline obese.
I am now a size 8 and feeling great.
I have also become a qualified fitness instructor during this transformation period and now run my own classes.

The friend who encouraged me onto this site is also suggesting I might be able to reach competition level. This thought both overwhelms and thrills me. Id love to think I could acheive that! What a turn around from where I was last year, also an awesome goal and challenge!
Looking for friends who can help and encourage me on this rather daunting new path.
I have to admit I have only a vague idea of what is actually required of a competitior and so I have been buying magazines and googling over the last couple of weeks..... ;-)
Grateful for anyone who would like to share their own experiences and who have any tips etc.
Many thanks- looking forward to getting to know you all !
Anji x

[sram]

Welcome. Jump right in....hope you enjoy it here.

[AIC04]

Welcome with arms wide open, this place is very nice,you should stay a while.