Well I have been cleared by my surgeon to return back to the gym starting next week. I am so happy. I am get back to water aerobics and hitting the pavement hard. That is my rant and rave for the day. I am looking forward to the first phase of our weight loss challenge. Good night all.

I gave blood today and my son came with me to donate also. He tried last time I went but his pulse was too high. Today he was able to give and I am so proud of him. While he was finishing up I asked him if he wanted to go to a movie. He hadn't seen The Dark Knight Rises yet so we went to see that. Even though it had more violence than I like, I really enjoyed it and being with my boy. Hope you all have a great weekend!!

This month has Ben hard for me too. I find it hard to stay motivated. I start off the day well, but by the end I just can't seem to care anymore... The weather is finally cooler here though, so that has been inspiring me to get outside with the dogs and go walking.

What does everyone do to stay motivated?

For the most part I plan my meals the day before..helps keep me on track. Dinners are planned a week in advance. I try to plan meals for dinner that I would normally eat before dieting...just tweak the recipes. I made meatball calzones last night...so yummy and filling. Didn't taste like "diet food" at all. I try not to deprive myself of what I like...just modify it.

I do this, too. I pre-log my meals for the whole day the night before, and mostly plan dinner for the whole week on Sundays. I find it helpful to not only stay on track, but to feel more organized/on top of things. I tweak the days as they happen, because sometimes things change, and that is ok as long as I don't do anything crazy

The weight loss is slow for me, but it is coming off, and that was the plan, anyway. Slow and steady for this girl.

How's everyone doing this week?

Things have been going okay. This week, my church is fasting for eight (8) days. That has even been pretty cool. I am trying to walk at least two (2) miles every day. No complaints!!!

TGIF everyone...

My program this month has not been super successful. I'm happy this thread was started and I'm not alone in the struggle. I was on the verge of quitting. But I have done better this week. I got up at 5am twice this week to workout. I will go swimming tomorrow and another workout on Sunday. I do realize majority of the problem is what I shove in my mouth. I have been successful this week in not shoving anything bad in. :noway: :bigsmile:

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Started out well, but I am have been having a hard time since the middle of last week with compulsive eating. It's showing on the scale with a fluctuation of maintaining my weight to a three pound gain depending on the day. It is really frustrating as I feel like I have no control when I do this. It's especially hard to quit once I slip up I pre-log my days the night before, and this usually helps me stay on track, except when I'm having compulsive eating "moments". Honestly, most days I've managed to stay under my calories limit, but the choices have been terrible.

I don't plan on giving up, and feel more determined than ever. It's just all about getting my overeating/binging under control. I've already started today out BAD, but I am going to fight to finish off the day with healthy food & portions. . I am also giving myself a challenge for tomorrow...

To pre-log my meals for tomorrow, and stick to it 90% or better, while staying under my calorie.

Hmmm...this gives me an idea for an all group challenge. If you need a boost get your buns to the challenge thread What is one thing we can do this week to help improve your routine, or get back on track if you need a little nudge?

I'm a little disheartened and mad at myself because I've gained 1.8 pounds since the beginning of the month. Now, I haven't been tracking my food on the site, but I was trying to track on paper and in my head. One of my problems is that I can't eat enough to make my daily calories. I'm either way under or waaay over. The good news is that I'm still 14 pounds down from where I started on January 3. Tonight, I will walk my 3 miles at try to start this again. Do you guys have any suggestions fro getting in my daily calories?

Try to track on here..it really helps. I make sure to balance my pie chart (carbs,fat,protein) correctly everyday. I really think that helps...also take a look at other peoples food logs to get ideas. Mine is open if you want to friend me.

I'm a little disheartened and mad at myself because I've gained 1.8 pounds since the beginning of the month. Now, I haven't been tracking my food on the site, but I was trying to track on paper and in my head. One of my problems is that I can't eat enough to make my daily calories. I'm either way under or waaay over. The good news is that I'm still 14 pounds down from where I started on January 3. Tonight, I will walk my 3 miles at try to start this again. Do you guys have any suggestions fro getting in my daily calories?

I'm a little disheartened and mad at myself because I've gained 1.8 pounds since the beginning of the month. Now, I haven't been tracking my food on the site, but I was trying to track on paper and in my head. One of my problems is that I can't eat enough to make my daily calories. I'm either way under or waaay over. The good news is that I'm still 14 pounds down from where I started on January 3. Tonight, I will walk my 3 miles at try to start this again. Do you guys have any suggestions fro getting in my daily calories?

If you can't eat them, try drinking them. Try looking for healthy, high calorie snacks as well. See if any of that helps. Good luck!

Thanks! Sometimes, I would make a little smoothie in the mornings to change up my breakfast routine. I can make one to have with supper to finish out my daily calories. I just never thought about drinking the remainder of my calories. Thank you so much.

I am so glad I joined this challenge, I really am excited to see an entire year of progress right before my eyes...

I think photos are a great idea...I took some before photos and can't wait to compare my afters!