Your weight in numerical form should not be whats concerning you. Sounds like you just need a lifestyle change to feel better about yourself.

This means turning 'diet and exercise' into a habit, as opposed to something you have to do temporarily to lose weight. When exercise makes its way into your daily life, that's when you'll lose weight and keep it off. So try to make the effort to throw in exercise 3 days a week. And when that seems easy, try 4 days. I exercise about 4-5 days a week and I never feel forced or unhappy. It is now something that makes me feel good. The first couple times you work out, you'll be exhausted and want to stop. But keep going- soon, you feel more refreshed and have more energy. I sleep better, look better and feel better. Even my skin is clearer!

As for the 'diet' aspect, take it more as healthy eating habits. So choose your healthiest options, but dont deprive yourself. Pick up a book I love called "Eat This, Not That". It tells you exact calories in all your fave foods, and what a healthier alternative to it would be. The more KNOWLEDGE you have about food, the EASIER it'll be to make better choices.

I'm a senior in college and not only did I gain the freshman 15, but I gained the 'new boyfriend' 30! I'm 18 pounds down now through the Optifast system and consistent exercise. College is definately tough for people who struggle with weight, but you can do it! Just focus! Be sure to walk EVERYWHERE you can-- that means to and from class! And if you find yourself sitting for mroe than 30 minutes (other than class), get up and move around!

Message me if you have other questions, but other than that, good luck! Check out some of the other guys and girls on these forums-- everyone is doing SO well and looking GREAT!

Best of luck!

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