CactusFlower527 Member

Use PB Fit or similar.... powdered peanut butter, real thing but has a lot of fat stripped out of it, fewer calories, same great taste... great for smoothies and shakes

Heavens no.. but I don't think everyone's refuse is handled the same way. Before we beat up the original poster, realize that there *are* people that live places other than AnyTown, USA. Where I live .. Anytown USA, I pay the city for garbage collection. Garbage/refuse goes in a HUGE curbside can (Can A), I separate out my…

I keep my 'snacks' to around 100-120 calories each and one between breakfast & lunch and the other for around 2-3 pm in the afternoon .... I do around 200-225 for breakfast (2) 100-120 calorie snacks - something like a serving of chips/salsa, 100 calorie bag of popcorn, fresh fruit, string cheese/cheese stick, boiled egg…

If you friend me, you can look into my diary and see what a typical day looks like - for the past 8 weeks. I've lost about 16 lbs (234 down to 217.7) - gone from a TIGHT size 18 to a size 16. There are lots of diet plans you can follow, but the best one is the one that you can easily follow. I eat almost all of the same…

I've been using the app for 8 weeks and I've lost about 16 lbs - which translates to about 2 lbs a week. I use MFP in conjunction with a Fitbit to track activity/steps. If you are serious about making a change, yes it works great :)

I had no idea they had a tracker for dogs. How fun!

https://www.fitbit.com/user/3RM8K5 always looking for friends; I live in Phoenix Arizona (MST time)

I do agree with a few points. You have to want to make the change, when you decide you really want it, you don't feel like you are making sacrifices. I say this because you are onboard with the process and fully invested in it, because it was YOUR idea, not someone else's. I also agree with the fact that it's easier for…

Don't feel bad, I don't like it either. I don't bother with a gym though ( I know I won't go). I have exercise mat at home.. and a treadmill on order from Costco. We have many months out of the year when it is just TOO HOT to walk outside - YES even early morning or at night.

I bought a fitbit flex less than a week ago, I'm just hoping it will keep me inspired. As to how accurate they are, there's no saying........

I did a cull about a month ago .. got rid of a lot of tops that were not flattering...several pairs of size 16 capris that were too tight.. but I really plan to be LOWER than what I got rid of, by the time spring/summer rolls around again, I am hoping to be in a 12 or 14 at the very worst. Overall, there is not a huge span…

at about 5'8 and 234 lbs I was in a very tight 18. I have lost about 10 lbs and now the 18's are loose, but I am nowhere near being able to fit into a 16 yet (they are just too tight - though they do fit up over my hip and butt - they are too tight to sit in). I am trying to not be too hard on myself - since I probably…

You are an inspiration to us all .. good work!

When you lose a lot of weight - people WILL ask you how you did it; that's just natural. The nosiest thing anyone ever asked me is that if I was losing weight because of a "health scare"... I just laugh and tell them I know people that have had health scares that still don't improve their lives! I do know these types! they…

Remember that LOTS of every day things are exercise... cleaning house, yard work... etc etc .... you can also use dumbbell weights and do some light lifting. I find it hard to get any cardio done this time of year... I live in Phoenix with 100 degree plus weather. Yes, even at night and early morning it's hot :) we won't…

Try making a lighter version of the chicken pillows for yourself using wonton wraps :)

I said NO to buying a bag of Halloween candy (chocolate) today while @ Sam's club. You know, ,I don't really limit myself to what I can eat, just watch portions and count the calories and sometimes have decisions to make. I have done weight loss and dieting in the past and have learned that depriving yourself of what you…

Agreed.. I need to count/measure/weigh everything, or guess what :-\

Because it's not supposed to be looked at as a "diet" but a lifestyle change.. if you don't make your changes a permanent part of your life.. yes, I do believe you are prone to go back there. I know that for a fact - did WW and several other plans over the years.. at 230 I weigh the most I've ever weighed. I think (at the…

They've just started selling them at our grocery stores ... but they may not be available every where. They are LOADED with sugar though.......................a serving is half a cup (not many) and 14 grams of sugar... plugging in 2 servings of those (I was having a rough day) caused my MFP app to crash on my phone with…

I feel your pain. Allow yourself treats, just watch portions. I've frozen containers of 100 calorie yogurt and eat it like ice cream.