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I have a Vitamix. Cleaning isn't that bad, actually. I rinse out, put some soap and hot water inside, blend for about 20-30 seconds, rinse and dry.

Didn't see this at the beginning of July. I hope there's a challenge for August. From my Fitbit stats 7/1 to 7/29: Total steps = 184,255 Total distance = 76.92 miles

Count me in! I'm in another challenge ending Sep 12, which is why you're seeing that date, below. SW July 25: 188 CW July 28: 185 GW Sep 12: 172 Christmas Goal: 145 Final Goal - 130

I posted earlier with my goal, etc. I agree with you, Krystahle87. I'm pretty small when I'm not overweight. When I got married (@24) I weighed 109 (5'3') and no one would have called me underweight or skinny. I wasn't very toned at the time. As I'm 55 now, I'm hoping to get down to 130, but I may want to go lower based…

Today has been pretty uneventful. Didn't get my usual lunchtime walk in today, so I'll have to walk tonight to get my 10,000 steps in for today. I prefer getting them in the earlier part of the day since I'm so tired after work. Prelogged some baked cod and veggies for tonight so I don't choose something outside of my…

Have to go back and read new comments later! Today so far: Treadmill for 15 mins Day 1 -Kettlebell, 1st time with low weight Goblet squat 3x5x10 Swing 10x7x10 Ab challenge Day 3 Mary - Thanks so much for the kettle bell videos. They've been very helpful. I will keep watching them and working on form through this process.…

Good morning from Kansas City! Love reading all of your posts. Got up and walked this morning and finished Day 2 of the ab challenge. Been practicing the kettle bell swing without weight and am planning to start with weight a bit later in the week. Hoping to ramp up my effort now that my DH's surprise party was a success…

Starting late so I'll go for 16 lbs. SW July 25th: 188 GW Sep 12th: 172 Longer Range Goal - 149 Final Goal - 130 Weigh In’s July 25: 188 Aug 01 : Aug 08 : Aug 15: Aug 22: Aug 29: Sept 05: Sept 12:

Great job! So exciting to switch to a smaller size!

Starting late so I'll go for 16 lbs. I will weigh in on Monday! SW July 25th: GW Sep 12th: Weigh In’s July 25: Aug 01 : Aug 08 : Aug 15: Aug 22: Aug 29: Sept 05: Sept 12:

Me three! But I'll try!

Hi everyone! I've been on MFP for a while, but haven't had long term success. I'm newly motivated because my daughter is newly engaged and I want to lose about 55 lbs before her wedding next June. You seem like such a fun group and I'm hoping to keep in touch with some other like-minded people my age. I am pretty short…

Well who cares if they don't like them! They don't have to like them. As long as you do, that's all that matters. If it bothers you, check out some of the concealing make-ups that are intended to cover up port wine stains and tattoos. But only if it bothers you...or makes the bride less than happy. His family? I wouldn't…

You'll get there! Just keep on going no matter what!

I'm wanting to lose almost 50 lbs for my daughter's wedding next June. Want to look back at my daughter's wedding pictures pleased with my appearance...rather than stressing over how I will look in photos.

I'm would like to get below 150 to start. After that I'm going to try for somewhere around 130. I'm between 5'2" and 5'3". I've lost about 15 lbs since the end of March, but I haven't been doing well the last month or so. I'm back on track today and hope to keep losing. I'm 55, so I wouldn't likely get back to the 120s as…

I also struggle with this...and for probably many more years, lol. I'd appreciate an add, if anyone would want to do so.

You look amazing! I'm just a month into my "get health" journey after starting and re-starting more times than I can count. I'm a little older than you @54, but I hope in 9 months time I see similar success. Congrats on your accomplishment!

Name: Renee Height: 5'3" Start Weight (March 1): 192.7 Goal Weight (April 1): 185 Weigh ins (week of...): March 4: March 11: March 18: March 25: April 1: Weight -/+ this week: Weight -/+ this month: Successes/struggles this week:

It's a struggle, I agree. I've always believed that the best time to exercise is the time that you WILL do it. So, maybe morning exercise isn't ever going to be your thing. For me, I try to get up and do a little cardio. Sometimes, the alarm gets shut back off and I stay in my warm cozy bed. Other times I get up and get…

I never shampoo at the gym after a workout. I use a headband, and I sometimes dry the sweat with the gym's hair dryer if it's uncomfortably wet. I shampoo every other day at home, and neither me nor my husband notices a bad smell or anything. Will sometimes use dry shampoo after drying my hair at the gym.

Some essential oils can be ingested. They must be labeled as such if you are able to add them to food or water. Some have definite medicinal properties - there are many published peer-reviewed studies. Some can be taken sublingually. I add some oil to water, and that has helped with cravings. Of course, that's an anecdotal…

I don't normally drink during the week. It's the weekends that are the problem! Trainer once told me that BEER = Liquid Bread, lol. Rum and Diet Coke used to be my go-to, but I've quit drinking soda. So wine is usually what I drink. I've tried vodka & water, but I need more flavor. I'm going to limit to 3-4 drinks per…

Thanks! I'll look for it.

What brand of vegan protein powder do you typically use? I've tried Plant Fusion, but I really don't like the taste. It's very chalky.

Close to both Sweetgirl10 and irisgal345 I'll try to add both of you! SW 197 CW 185 GW 130 Height 5'3" Age 54

Thanks for sharing. I thought the infographic was very interesting.

Did well yesterday! For today: * Log everything * 10,000 steps * Drink 120 oz water * 15 mins of quiet...somewhere in there

Today I will!!! * Log everything * Try to get 10,000 steps (if my ankle cooperates) * Drink 120 oz water * Spend 15 minutes in thoughtful quietness - setting my goals, being thankful

Hi all...been here for a while, but quietly! It's only June 3 and this post is already at 7 pages! Wow. I had an ankle sprain in early May, which derailed me significantly. It's still a bit sore and swells when I'm on it too much, but I'm going to start increasing my steps again and see how it responds. So, May wasn't the…