Geesh.. where to begin?

Well im 18 and starting over with this calorie counting ordeal. 

I got myself a new elliptical trainer (Image 8.25) and its pretty kickass.

Trying to start out doing as much as I can, which is 15 mins at a good pace.  Eventually Ill get up to the full 30 mins, then maybe more If i can.

I used to dance, and go skating everyweek.  That stopped once I hit like 14 years old and highschool was my focus.  Now That im out of highschool, its time to kick back in gear.  After working at McDonalds for two years i had gained about 30 lbs. NOT COOL cause it was ALL belly fat... even tho I usually just get big all over.  Not this time.  Mcdonalds got my ass.

Anyways.. heres the stats.

Fem: 18 yrs.

5ft6

SW:  180ish (daily fluctuations...)

GW:  145-155.  Im a large frame.

WISH ME LUCK!