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Marie (Round 35 – Newbie) Age: 39 Height: 5’6” Weight today: 187.4 lbs. Goal this round: Lose 5 pounds from start date (3/19) to end date (3/28) Goal Weight: 140 lbs. Total weight to goal: 37.4 lbs. Day/Weight/Comment 3/19 – 189.6 lbs. 3/20 – 187.2 lbs. 3/21 – 187.2 lbs. – No loss, but one wasn’t expected. With no exercise…

Well, I have been reading all morning and Keto is out for now. There’s no way to adjust it to fit my issues as it just requires too much fat. I have to watch fat and fiber intake as those are harder to digest. Definitely going to check out The Obesity Code by Jason Fung because I have got to figure out what will work with…

Marie (Round 35 – Newbie) Age: 39 Height: 5’6” Goal this round: Lose 5 pounds from start date (3/19) to end date (3/28) Goal Weight: 140 lbs. Total weight to goal: 37.4 lbs. Day/Weight/Comment 3/19 – 189.6 lbs. – Ugh! The luck of the Irish was not with me…or maybe it was as I had A LOT of things this weekend I shouldn’t…

Marie (Round 35 – Newbie) Age: 39 Height: 5’6” Weight today: 187.4 lbs. Goal this round: Lose 5 pounds from start date (3/19) to end date (3/28) Goal Weight: 140 lbs. Total weight to goal: 37.4 lbs. Day/Weight/Comment 3/19 – 189.6 lbs. – Ugh! The luck of the Irish was not with me…or maybe it was as I had A LOT of things…

My fastest mile EVER in high school was an 9 min mile. I was 17 years old, 125 lbs., and in phenomenal shape. Needless to say, I am 39 years old and overweight now. I run a 12 minute mile on my BEST days now. Usually, I have to stop and walk a few times or even stretch causing my walk/run average time to be around 15-16…

I’m game! I have been out of it due to some major laziness and frustration with my gastroparesis. Getting back on track with my diet and exercise starting today. I think taking it 10 days at a time will help instead of stressing about an entire month or even several weeks at a time. I never know what each day holds, so…

Thursday February 15th Tracking: yes Under: yes Exercise: no...still not 100%, but things are looking up.

Thursday February 15th Last weight on February 8th: 183.4 Today weight: 183.2 Where I need to work harder...gotta get better and EXERCISE! Exercise is CRUCIAL for me when trying to lose weight.

Wednesday February 14th Tracking: no Under: pretty positive as I didn't get out of bed all day and my food intake was almost nil Exercise: if you count rolling over from the my left side to my right side and running to the bathroom It's official...I have a stomach virus. Nothing to do, but drink plenty of fluids and wait…

Tuesday February 13th Tracking: yes Under: yes Exercise: no...sinuses draining in every direction. Going to the doctor on Wednesday. Ugh!

Change is scary, but it can lead to awesomeness!

Sunday February 11th Tracking: Yes Under: Yes Exercise: Yes...20 minute walk with the dogs Monday February 12th Tracking: Yes Under: no Exercise: no...feeling really blah. Unfortunately, because I didn’t exercise and I ate my calories early, I went over on calories. I guess today will be my cheat day?

Hmm...that's a loaded questions because there is a lot I could do better with this week. I NEED to go to the gym and get in some really good workouts. I admit I have been avoiding the hard workouts for way too long. That is my goal this week. Workout longer and harder while being efficient with my time. The only thing I…

Saturday February 10th Tracking: Yes Under: Yes Exercise: Yes...I have Comcast cable and checked out a couple of their free fitness videos On Demand. I did abs and arms. I have to say I didn't really like them, but it was way to cold to head outside for a walk and the roads were slushy/icy, so I didn't want to drive…

Friday February 9th Tracking: Yes Under: Yes Exercise: Yes...cleaned house...bathed dogs...went grocery shopping...did laundry...and I am going to bed EARLY. I'm exhausted!

@primekayprime I second @HASWLRS opinion on the protein. My son does a lot of physical training with his trainer. His trainer used to be the trainer for the LA Dodgers, Paul Sterrett, so I trust his opinion. We had this issue (lacking energy and stamina) with my son and Paul gave us some really good information. Usually,…

Thursday February 8th Tracking: yes Under: yes Exercise: yes...a walk with the dogs. The weather is improving, so I'm hoping that means my snot will disappear right along with the cold winds. So far, no fever or body aches so keep praying it's just a little cold. If I am feeling better tomorrow, I'm gonna hit the row…

Awww...thanks! And do what your husband says. Take time out for you. No matter what it is. I would suggest something that is relaxing since you have a high-stress job AND children. It is okay to unplug from your responsibilities every once in a while. We have a running joke in our house. If I am taking time out for me, and…

Alright Big Butts! I have some questions... I have tried every diet out there: Trim Healthy Mama, Weight Watchers, Whole30, Low Calorie, Low Fat, and many more. I am currently trying Atkins. I am in the Induction Phase (Phase 1). I feel moody and down right deprived. I want some dang bread. I want some dang potatoes. I…

I met a girl once who did roller derby. That is one sport that is not for the faint of heart. If I were better on skates, I would totally try it, but alas, I suck at roller skating. The other team wouldn't have to put me on my butt because that's where I usually am all on my own. Keep up your hard work and way to adjust to…

Week 1 Weigh-in Thursdays are my weigh-in days Beginning weight: February 1st = 185.0 Today's weight: February 8th = 183.4 It's a loss! Woohoo! Only about 40 more pounds to go!

Wednesday February 7 Tracking: Yes Under: Yes Exercise: So, I am definitely coming down with something. My energy level is at an all-time low and my head is full of snot. EWWWW...I know. I went for a walk today for about 20 minutes with my dogs. I believe they pulled me along quite nicely and got me home safely.

We do taco salad (tacos for the kids) at least once a week. It's easy and delicious. I like to put some hot sauce on mine to give it some kick. :p

Workout Wednesday: Soooo...I love to run...outside...but it's just too cold right now. I also love sports...basketball, softball, anything with my family. I have found a new appreciation for the rowing machine at the gym. I can't go very long, but it's...interesting.

Tuesday February 6th Tracking: Yes Under: Yes Exercise: Walked for 20 minuets, but I was at such a slow pace, I don’t even know if I should count it. Feeling really drained today and praying I’m not getting sick.

@jackinorrie - I am trying to do a low carb diet similar to the Induction phase. (20 grams or less). If you had to pick one "Go-to" quick weeknight meal that your family loves, what would it be? I am completely cool with eating the same things over and over again, but if I feed my family chicken one more time, I might have…

Monday February Tracking: Yes Under: Yes (posting today instead of last night because I was craving a snack so BAD and wasn't sure I was going to resist...but I did) Exercise: Walked for minutes during my son's baseball practice. I wanted to do an hour, but my gosh it's soooo cold out.

The first series I am writing is a romance series. It should contain about 6 books, but we will see. Depends on how the first couple of books roll out. I also have another series that is more murder/mystery with just a little romance in there. That one could very well be more than 6 books, but I guess I'll figure it out as…

Today, I am grateful for...that's a hard one. You're right! We often respond with family and friends and never think of anything we appreciate about ourselves. Hmmm...maybe I am grateful for my ability to be honest...even with myself. Call me weird, but I have actually looked at my image in the mirror and said "I'm sorry."…

Motivational Monday "Put yourself at the top of your to-do list every single day and the rest will fall into place" Not sure who wrote this, but it resonates heavily with me. I used to feel a lot of guilt when I would take time out of the day to take a bath, read a book, go for a walk/run, sit at Starbucks by myself to…