cbrestensky Member

IDK if anyone is still checking in here or not but wanted to give an update just in case. I have been back at it for almost two months now and feel incredible! I have made so many improvements in my health and fitness by eating clean and exercising. My endurance has increased noticeably and I have to work harder to get my…

I have finally got my head back in the game and am 2 weeks into my journey. I came out here to the community looking for inspiration and just about gave up. I don't need someone to critique my plans and tell me what I should be doing, I just want people to share the journey with and not feel alone. I know what works for me…

I love music too! It's all that gets me through my workouts and makes me push myself! I like all types also, but definitely love great lyrics or a good beat. Some of my favorites are: Between the raindrops - Lifehouse Peaceful World - John Mellencamp Paradise - George Ezra Pain - Jimmy Eat World The Phoenix- Fall Out Boy…

I was just having this same talk with myself today! It's so good to not feel alone. It's easy to get caught up in focusing on your failures and feelings of defeat, I've been there the last couple months and gave into a pizza binge earlier today. Tomorrow is a new day and I'm going to start focusing on the positive things I…

I have been eating a whole food plant based diet for about a year now. I had some major struggles last year going through a divorce, buying a house and massive overtime at work that made me stray for a bit. I'm back on track and would love to add some friends. I can't figure out how to send requests again, but if you send…

I'm into my second journey losing weight again too. I lost 120 pounds previously. I had 2 more children at 39 and 41. The second was born with a congenital malformation that required several surgeries. Being a stress eater, I gained back all I had lost, plus some. I am a year and a half into losing again and have a few…

I've been on here for about a year and a half. I had lost 100 pounds, but unfortunately gained 40 back after an extremely difficult, stressful year. I've went through a divorce, bought a house, I am a coder and switched to ICD 10 on top of major software changes at work - to anyone I'm speaking Greek too, it meant major…

I'm all in.

I've been at this a about a year and a half. I love MFP, but unfortunately have had too many friends drop off over time. There are still some faithful friends working hard, but I would love some more! I can't remember how to send friend requests in the community, but if your interested, send me a request. I am going to…

I'm technologically challenged as well as overweight. I'm going to lose 75 pounds this year and would love to add more friends. I've been at this over a year and unfortunately many of the people that started with me have dropped off. If you can figure out how to send me a friend request, I'd love to add you. I'm also not…

I can't figure out how to send friend requests in the community again, but would love to have more people along for the journey. I would like to lose 75 more pounds this year and intend to do this. I still have some really good active friends from last year, but unfortunately many have dropped off along the way. If you…

I add cherries and walnuts to Steele cut oats. They are naturally sweet and make the oatmeal delicious. I also use peaches, dates and almonds for the effect. All good stuff!

Thanks guys, these are all great!

Down 5.2 and feeling on top of the world!!! First time I have been under 300 pounds since having my last child at 41. I know I can do this now!

I have been eating huge salads since Sunday's Father's Day celebration. I think I am the only one in my family that ate a salad Sunday. I kept the lettuce in a separate bowl and all the other veggies in a divided container so all the picky people could put on just what they like. I have been loving getting all my salad…

My fat pants are quickly becoming loose again! Hooray!!!! I'm going to try the ones I haven't been wearing because they were getting a little uncomfortable. My bra is fastening a notch tighter (last place I gain, first place I lose). I used to have to pull the car seatbelt the whole way out to get it buckled, and now there…

Thanks Bev! I love your always positive attitude.

You are off to a great start. Keep up the good work!

Down 1.4 this week. I was hoping for a bigger number with just adding exercise into the mix, but I'll take whatever I can as long as it is down.

I also take half gallon water cooler with ice water to work every day. I don't allow myself to go home until I've drank it all. Great way to get my water and keeps me away from the vending machines.

I wish I could be that prepared! Those lunches look way better than fast food. I work a split shift at a desk job, so I also have no breaks or lunch at work. I keep a couple protein shakes (whatever I can get a good deal on) in the refrigerator at work for a bad day to get me through and keep me out of the drive-through…

I love grilled chicken sandwiches. A 4 oz. Chicken breast is 120 calories. The buns I like are 150, but you can get better ones that are healthier. If I load it up with veggies, I don't even need condiments. Sometimes I add 2 percent cheese-45 calories. So total, it is 300 to 350 calories and leaves me feeling very full.

I started on a Thursday, so that is my day. I thought about switching to Wednesday to make it the middle of the week, but Thursday is working good. I tend to do better in a structured environment with a schedule (my M-F work week), so the weekends can be rough. Weighing in the middle of the week gives me a better average…

Welcome Bev. I tend to be an all or nothing girl too. I have always tried this alone before. I just found the Community and think with the help and support of so many good people, I can really do this now. I have a long journey, so it is so nice to not feel alone. This is going to be an awesome team!

Bri, Go under the My Fitness Pal Bar, Settings, Sharing &Privacy, Diary Sharing. I have mine set to friends only. Glad you are willing to share. I know not everyone wants to do this, but I am grateful for the ones that are comfortable with this. It's nice to see how they are making their weight loss goals happen.

My name is Clarissa. I am from PA, USA. I am a married mother of 3 - ages 21,5 and 3. I want to be around to see my little ones grow up. I am tired of my weight keeping me from doing things I love or making me self conscience. I do not want my children to have weight problems and by making healthier choices, already see…