If you can do all the running events, you should do the triple jump. A person of your height could def be useful in that.
Im glad to see that you finally wanted to start losing some weight and your just not sitting on your ass anymore. I know way to many people who just sit around and talk about getting skinny, but do nothing about it. Just keep at it and keep posting. If you need help, let me know cause i work out everyday and have some exercises if you want advice. Good luck with it.