missemma Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Hello my name's Emma, and I'm from Melbourne, Australia. I'm new to using a forum so please be patient with me if I mess up with poor forum etiquette! I'm also new to the idea of veganism and have started reading up on it and cutting out all animal products in the last month, I guess you could say I'm in a transition period, as I don't feel internally like I've made a real, unshakeable commitment to it, yet... though I would like to -for health reasons and ethical reasons. Some of the material I've read about the treatment of animals in food production has made me physically ill and cry, I was going to say I had no idea it was that bad, but if I'm honest with myself, I had heard of cruelty but I see that I chose to ignore it and avoid reading anything about it so that I could stay comfortable and ignorant. I'm also just coming out of about an 18 month period of intense life changes and upheaval which have worn out me out emotionally, mentally and physically, nearly to the point of complete nervous breakdown. Two months ago I knew if I was going to survive - something had to change - I had to strengthen my body and my will. I started a basic weights program at a local gym and absolutely fell in love with it and running too. It has helped me so much in the past two months along with dietary changes that I feel like I'm a completely different person. I am amazed at how developing the strength of the body is connected to the development of the strength of your mind, will and integrity and am fascinated to explore this connection. I was about 10 kilos (22 pounds) overweight and my skin was terrible with ing pimple breakouts which were from stress and not usual for me. So far I've lost about 3 kilos (6.6 pounds) of fat and gained 1 kilo (2.2pounds) of muscle and my skin has cleared up completely. I'm far from being the lean green athlete I would like to become but can see that with organisation and determination it is definitely achievable. This site has inspired me so much. You guys look beautiful! One thinks of greek sculptures and heroes from antiquity. It has definitly given me the push to revolutionise my health, my body and my inner strength and determination. I'm at the stage of trying to figure out what my goals should be and time frames etc and am playing around with different training schedule ideas and nutrition ideas. There is sooo much information to digest but I'm looking forward to enjoying the journey with you all! Warm regards,Emma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Welcome to our group! Great to have you here. Enjoy our online community and welcome aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bodybag Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Welcome down under! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAINRA Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Welcome! I am glad your here. I think it is great that your making a positive step in the right direction. Most of us are here to help and if you feel you have any questions in making your process easier let any of us know and we will be glad to help! Welcome to the Vegan Bodybuilding Family! Where health, fitness and animals is our thing! - Javier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganDeVil Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Welcome to the forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lean and Green Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 Welcome Emma, touching intro. Glad you made the leap to a vegan lifestyle. Congrats on the recent weight loss, healthier lifestyle and success gaining lbm through resistance training. Welcome aboard and enjoy your time spent around the fourm and everywhere else too!!! Of course ;D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsorlando Posted November 19, 2008 Share Posted November 19, 2008 What Lean and Green said! Welcome to the group! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sosso Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Hello I enjoyed reading your introduction. I'm glad you found the site and glad that it's helping you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydneyvegan Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Hey, Welcome to the forum, it's great that you have found your way here and even better that you are becoming a Vegan Keep up the good work at the gym, you will find plenty of info here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalBrada Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 (edited) Excellent intro, welcome to our forum and transitions are important or we wouldn't get to where we are going. Edited November 26, 2008 by LocalBrada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Im Your Man Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Hi Emma, it's nice to hear that we inspired you. And now you'll probably inspire others, so welcome aboard ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuc Posted November 29, 2008 Share Posted November 29, 2008 Welcome, Emma! Great intro! Hope you'll start posting more soon. Good luck with your goals, sounds like you're doing well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Hi Emma! Welcome to the group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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