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I selected my goal weight because it was the weight I was when I felt the most healthy and happy with my body. It was my high school weight, and I wasn't sure if I'd ever hit it, but it was a goal so I set it.. Once I hit my goal weight and maintained it for a few months I threw out my scale and decided not to be a slave…

I had the same thing happen to me. I lost 35 lbs and hit my goal of 125 at 5' 3", but I still had that pesky fat around my midsection.. That was almost 3 years ago and I'm pleased to announce I've finally lost it :) For me it was about consisting toning. My fat was in my midsection, so I took up yoga. Because you work so…

I agree with many other posts that tree isn't really a clear definition of clean eating.. I would think the paleo diet would count for most people, but I don't recommend it at all!! Personally I've had wonderful success with my 'clean' diet. To me, eating clean means you opt for the least processed option available in all…

So you thought insulting me was a good idea?? I didn't think I had explained myself well based on the comments I had received back which is why I explained and posted an example.. Just thought this was supposed to be a safe place where people can discuss what's working for them and what isn't. Some people did just that and…

Wow. And this is the last time I ever post on here again. I didn't come on here to be attacked or called uneducated. I thought this was a forum to help each other out, not name call and disrespect. Shame on me for thinking people would comment with suggestions and their experiences as I asked..

I'm actually not on here to lose weight.. I'm at my goal and have been for years.. I'm on here to maintain while I go through the stress of school and planning my wedding. I know when I stress I tend to not eat enough, so I thought tracking my food intake would help remind me to stop and eat enough. I also understand there…

Since everyone's going on about dairy and I've apparently confused the whole thread with my title... Here's an example I just took off a coworkers desk.. The packaging says 'eating right for healthy eating' but a quick glance at the nutrition and ingredients shows it has 480 mg of salt and a plethora of ingredients that I…

Okay maybe farm fresh isn't the right word.. I wasn't looking for people to go all crazy saying low fat is good for you. I never said it wasn't.. What I AM trying to get across is that a lot of the fad diet fat free options that parade around as diet food aren't good for your body. If they are natural and not full of…

People. I'm not talking about just dairy... That was just an example.. I'm talking about all the low fat and fat free crap like pasta, chips, ice cream, those healthy eating frozen lunches, etc. all the foods that say in big letters 'fat free' low calorie...

You can't call a food good or bad... It's different for each person and what their health goals are. Sure cookies include flour, sugar, butter, etc. and yes in the wrong portions all of these ingredients can be 'bad' for you, but it's all about the portion size and how often you are consuming it. My daily goal includes 45%…

As for dress shopping... I completely understand! You don't know what dress will look the best on the body you don't have yet... I just purchased my dress last weekend! It looked amazing, but I was able to see where I need to focus on toning like in my shoulders and upper back. Just remember that you will have multiple…

My fiancé won't workout or eat well, so I push myself for the both of us... I just hope he will get motivated soon because he comments almost daily on how good I look, so I know he notices it. I think the difference is he is happy with his little spare tire while I wish he'd lose it!! As a tall guy he can just wear baggy…

My family got together for pictures before my brother deployed 6 years ago.. When we got them back I kept staring at myself wondering who that person was. I was in my 3 year of college and drinking vodka like a fish. I was always a very fit & attractive person (I played sports and was a cheerleader through high school) but…

Congrats!!!! I understand your struggle all too well.. I work in an office 45+ hrs a week and go to school full time online so it's a LOT of sitting stationary. I'm the main cook in my household too so it's tough to make healthy choices when ordering in is all I have energy for! I'm trying to get my fiancé on the health…

Sickness usually helps lose a little as you don't even have the energy to reach for unhealthy foods, but unless your sick for a long time your really just losing water weight :( luckily for you sickness = rest and anyone that knows anything about losing weight and building muscle knows sleep is KEY! Let your body rest…

Hi! I back on MFP after about a year of going solo. I've kept my exercise up (even increased it to 5-6 days a week) but I've hit a plateau due to my eating and drinking. I'm getting married next March so I'm back at it trying to find my health groove again! I'd love some motivational friends to help keep me going :)

Amazing! Great work!! Keep it up :)