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I don't believe it is so black and white, but losing weight definitely helped me to reach a place where I was proud of myself. Exercise gives me a healthy outlet for stress and scientifically speaking does actually produce endorphins that make you happy. But that being said I haven't lost a single pound since I started…

I'm in that state right now. I was doing so well for a month and I've lost so much weight this year but I've hit a plateau. I started running and a squat challenge then.. I nearly cut my finger off one day while I was distracted and cooking. Like legit my finger is really bad. They still haven't been able to patch it back…

Face and boobs. Then waist, and more recently arms and hips... those thighs tho.. they are stubborn

Today I actually put on a pair of size 8 jeans. I have never in memory worn size 8 anything. And for so long avoided jeans because of their sadistic qualities.

My doctor suggested for me to start with excersize and counselling. And then if that doesn't work drugs. HA easier said than done right? MUSIC is pretty much the only thing that can help snap me out of the pity party. I used to listen to metal, but as it turns out I have to be into a good mood to listen to metal (who'd…

I've been at this for a year now. Even the people with the best intentions say the dumbest shjt. Chalk it up to subconscious jealousy and use it to fuel you when youre at the gym.

I created my own program using MFP and my likes and dislikes. I lost most my weight without exercising. I'm at my most successful when I prelog my food a day in advance so I don't over do it. Breakfast includes 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (vanilla ) some kind of berries, pumpkin flax granola (1/3 cup ) and a coffee with one cream…

That you will start doing things you never thought yourself capable of. Like going back to school to get a degree, or jumping out of a perfectly good plane to fulfill your bucket list, or training for a triathlon. No regrets for this lady!

This time last year... I was seeking treatment for post partum depression, I had prepped for months mentally to make a change in myself. I was 213 pounds. Still wearing maternity clothing and never had owned a pair of jeans or shorts. I cried frequently in the closet or the shower so no one would see me cry. I refused to…

I have reached 2 whole months of not missing any workouts( 3-4 times a week hour long Les Mills classes at goodlife.) I did this despite everyone in my house having chronic bronchitis, i have 2 boys under 4 and both me and my husband lost our income this month. people are starting to notice I have muscles now and I feel…

I went shopping the other day because none of my clothes fit. I am now a small size shirt, and size 10 pants. Considering I started at an extra large and size 18 I'm pretty thrilled! Also I just hit 160 pounds! According to the canadian BMI chart, I am now officially considered "a normal weight" and no longer over weight.…

I can only speak from my experience but these are the things that helped me start. I made a motivation board and posted it in my bathroom to look at every morning with a pound count down. I weighed myself every morning just to remind myself that I should make good choices for the day, I created a list of 300 calorie meals…

I can relate, I dread seeing certain people in my life because of the well meaning but hurtful *kitten* that comes out of their traps. "I see your taking care of yourself now" "you look great, in fact, my friend was mentioning that you look more like me (says my mother)" do these people even hear themselves talk. You look…

I've lost an average human leg, I'm aiming to lose an elephants penis. Only one automobile tire to go.

Thanks for all your thoughts. I have been avoiding those few family members for a while. Warded off another one by asking him what his problem was. I'm actually looking forward to seeing my FIL, because almost every time I see him he says he hates gay/fat/ugly people. Next time that comes out of his mouth I'm just going to…

Oh it blurred it out " make today your b1t@h" you get the idea...

Thanks ladies, this is really helpful info.

That is remarkable! You look great

After reading your comments I think I'm going to up my calories at least until I get in to see the nutritionist.

1- I'm not sure, I have an appointment with a nutritionist but it takes 2 months to get in to see her. 2- no if anything I'm less stressed, finally sleeping 3- I did, he gave me like 10 different scenarios Thank you for your comment it was very helpful

Thanks! If you do your research The second most common reason for missed period is extreme weight loss. Although I wouldn't rate mine as extreme I wouldn't call it a coincidence. Someone who has a period every 28 days of her life religiously doesn't not just randomly skip 2 months without there being something that caused…

I'm perfectly comfortable with the fact I have a period, it's a natural thing that I had hoped some other women on this site may have experienced. If I'm not mistaken this forum is for motivation, support and advice. If you don't have any productive input, why bother?

Yeah I used to have a boss who would tell me I needed to lose weight all the time, he had a monopoly in my field of work so there was no other options other than leaving my chosen profession that I went to school for. I find that our justice system is really failing in this as well. Innocent until proven guilty, if you…

I can relate to that, ever since I was little my mother would discuss my being overweight at every meal. It really tore down the 6 year old in me. She didn't help me, just criticized from age 6 onward. She even had a doctor lie to me and tell me I would die if I ate sugar. Funny thing is, I didn't at sugar and was still…

Ha that would imply that he raised his son, which he didn't thank god!

As of this morning 178.8. I've been dropping roughly 1.5 to 2 pounds a week

Thanks, all your suggestions are great! Especially the ninja punch, I visualize doing that every time. I only have to see the guy a few times a year so he can see his grand kids. I think next time I'm going to say something along the lines of "that surprises me because usually people with that opinion have really low self…

When I reach my goal, I want a new wardrobe. Obviously that's a necessity but I will probably do a weekend shopping trip in the states since clothing is so much cheaper there and then it would truly be an experience I won't forget. Also every 10 pounds or so I buy myself a gift like a scarf, shoes, accessory , pedicure.ect

Great accomplishment! Do you find that your tattoos look any different. I always wondered if the weight loss is going to make my tattoos look weird

I bought medium sized pyjamas and they fit! I have no idea when that last time I fit a medium was. Junior high maybe?