eileensofianmushinfine Member

I created my own workout: 10 exercises, either 45 seconds on, 15 seconds off OR tabata style....Pushups, squats, lunges, mountain climbers, bicep curls, hip bridges, burpees, triceps, crunches and rows.....I've modified some of these exercises -- sometimes with or without weights -- and sometimes did the same style but did…

I really miss working out at the gym -- both classes and with my trainer. The gym has been posting a daily schedule of workout classes. All of the workouts can be done live OR they can be accessed later on Facebook. I schedule my workouts each day by both time and the type that I want to do. It's one more way to stay…

We're heading on vacation next week. Both my husband and I plan to make time to at least work out every other day -- and we'll probably build our schedule around that time.

I belong to a gym near me and I've already put together a list of exercise classes to hit for the end of this week and into next week when I'm on vacation. Look at your schedule. Block out the time. Write it on the calendar. Consider it an appointment with yourself.

I use it as a motivational tool only.

when I came back from our Jamaican vacation, I was up almost 8 pounds. It did take me close to 3-4 weeks to get back down to my pre-trip weight. Patience -- and trust the process.

My gym is open this morning. Took an Edge Strong BURN class! Took a HIT class last night and have a training session scheduled for tomorrow.

my simple go-to meal is a broiled chicken thigh with some BBQ sauce on top. I make a whole family pack at a time, and then divide it into measured portions for the week. I have one portion each day (approx. 5 ounces) along with a huge green salad (with a balsamic vinegar and a little bit of oil).

My go-to almost every day for lunch (in addition to my broiled BBQ chicken) is a salad in my Big *kitten* Bowl! I keep it super-simple: lettuce, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, 1 tbsp olive oil, balsamic vinegar....

For me, fitness and weight loss are all rolled into one: Aria scale Fitbit Charge HR Top brand workout sneaker Workout clothes Food scale New clothes!!! LOTS!!! and shoes (just because!) Gym membership + fee for special classes Personal trainer Protein powder Wireless headset for gym Down to a size 16 (from a…

I went to an all-inclusive in Jamaica earlier this summer. For ME, I absolutely logged everything I ate. I kind of followed the 2-1 rule where I was very careful for two meals -- generally breakfast and lunch -- and then gave myself a bit more flexibility with dinner and even alcohol. I never felt like I was depriving…

Over the past 3 years, I have lost 61 pounds. I started at 243 and am now at 182 pounds -- at my 5'4" height that's a size 22/24 down to a solid 16. In addition to MFP, I work out with a trainer 1-2 times per week and take cardio and strength classes at the gym. At 52, I'm in the best shape of my adult life - and I'm…

I have two different workout regimens. As a teacher, I work from September-June and then am off all summer. During the school year, I try to hit the gym for a workout class from 5:30-6:30 once or twice per week. I make my training session for 4:30-5:30. In the summer, I go to 4-5 classes per week (in addition to my…

i weigh every day, but only record it when it drops.

You're losing 1 pound per week! That's great! I use the 5-week blurb as a "gauge" of where I want to be -- NOT as an absolute - because there are too many variables. I know on "good" eating days, it shows that I will lose quite a bit -- and on "not-so-good" eating days it shows about a pound off from where i am -- For ME,…

the key to my success is to eliminate any "trigger" foods in my home. Therefore, you will not find cookies, candy, chips, etc....I do keep frozen yogurt, but when I have it I do weigh it out on the scale first. If it's not in the house, you can't eat it....

Great start...you have lost .5 pounds per week. Just keep doing what you're doing. Keep close track of your foods. Make sure you're eating enough protein.

I just got back from an all-inclusive in Jamaica. I went by the 2-1 rule: I tried to keep 2 meals in "my" normal limits and one that maybe went over. I would make a decision whether I was going to eat a dessert OR have a frozen drink. I drank water and diet soda. Only gained 2.5 pounds -- but I have been gaining and losing…

saltine crackers always worked for me. also try flat coke -- NOT diet. maybe some dry toast.

Never.

This is SO me!!!! There are some foods where there is no control whatsoever....One leads to, well...WAY more than two...I keep all of that stuff out of my house. The only "sweet" I keep in my house is frozen yogurt -- and I measure out my portions when I have it. It really helps me to have my house be a "trigger-free" zone.

I'm starting to research it now so I haven't been through it. I'm about 20 pounds from where I want my goal weight to be - and still have quite a chunky stomach/abdomen. the rest of me is a size 16 (down from a 22/24), tight and toned. It will make me feel better about myself -- and maybe I'll be confident enough to get…

since I've started heavy lifting -- hex bar, sumo deadlifts, romanian deadlifts, suitcase deadlifts, etc. -- I have tightened all of those muscles and have "leaned" out.

and deadlifts -- and kettle bell swings

I have the same lunch every day. I bring in pre-measured containers of grilled chicken thighs and bags of salad stuff. Each day, I have a container of chicken and make a big salad of lettuce and tomatoes - with a smidgen of oil and balsamic vinegar. I bring all of that to work on Monday and store in the fridge.

I buy mine at Lane Bryant. Usually buy tankinis.

I have a protein shake every morning. In addition to the powder and 1% milk, I add in 2 tablespoons of powdered peanut butter. Adds great taste and protein for not too many calories! Keeps me full until lunch.

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congrats on your success! What an AWESOME job!

Awesome dude! You should be so proud of yourself.