JuliaJuliaBoBulia Member

Thank you all for all of the encouragement! I have my practicum coming up. I'll have about 32 hours of clinical a week. I'm thinking I'll try to make as many meals as i can ahead of time on my days off! I have a hard time with my energy level during the semester. I don't drink coffee (I may be the only student who doesn't!…

Thank you! I lost 50 lbs about 2 years ago and then ran into a bout of depression and gained it all back. I've learned I need to keep my mental health in check and not start slipping once I've made noticeable progress!

It's nice to know I'm not alone in this!!! It's hard during clinicals when everyone wants to get pizza or something as a group. Also, people are always bringing in doughnuts and cookies for nurses. Every time I want a doughnut, I'll just think of future me with diabetes and heart disease - having to have my blood sugar and…

Tony Danza

I'm going to use that vision as a motivation! Healthier me at graduation :)

I meant my overall weight loss goal is 100 lbs! I don't expect to lose anywhere near 100 in one semester! Lol, looking back at my post, I realize I should have been clearer. I just want to keep up progress during the semester! Thank you for the recommendations!!

I'm on Synthroid 125 and Cytomel 5. Watch your symptoms carefully and ask to get your levels checked more often if you don't feel right! That's one of the most important things that I've learned over the years. Good luck!

Peaches :)

150 from 250. I'm 5'8 - I think 150 would be reasonable.

I have cut out alcohol completely. I know it's only 11 AM, but I could go for a brew. Maybe Festina Peche by Dogfish head. Ugh! Shouldn't have started thinking about it!

Me:4 LNS: 0! When I'm done with dinner, I brush my teeth and use some strong mouthwash and then I don't get the urge to snack because mouthwash and chocolate don't go well together!

Maryland !

Thank you for your words of encouragement!

It's great that you are motivated by your desire to be there for your daughter. It's important to have a reason that will keep you losing weight and maintaining your progress. I've lost weight and gained it all back in a year - I needed to be committed to my long - term health and not just hitting a certain weight.

Progress is progress! You've lost 22 lbs and that's awesome!

You're be honest with yourself and opening up to other people about your goals and I think that's an important step! You can lose the weight and you will!

Count me in! We have a similar weight loss goal actually. We can do it!

I'm a newbie and could use an internet "support system"! I have a long road ahead of me if I'm going to lose 100 lbs!

It's hard to lose weight and stop smoking at the same time - but you can do it! Best of luck!

Thank you so much!