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2lbs/week is considered the upper end of a healthy loss rate. However, 2lbs/week * 1 year = a lot!

I've lost a Jewelry Firing Kiln http://news.thomasnet.com/fullstory/Jewelry-Firing-Kiln-weighs-45-lb-allowing-portable-operation-815157 or 45 lbs. I've also lost heartburn, and am still working on the high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

I'm certain to drink lots of water as well as cutting back on the calories (down 100-200/day) all week. I'm going to go over my daily goal on Thursday, but I'm not going to eat to the point where my stomach aches from being overstuffed.

Years ago we were members of Costco. We found their prices were less but everything was sold in huge quantities. In our case (due to bad eating habits) we spent about the same but ate a lot more. That said, their selection was good and quality high. If we managed what we ate, it could dramatically lower the food budget.…

Your maintenance goal is the approximate number of calories your body will burn in 24 hours. If you are attempting to loose weight, your daily goal will be less that that; gain is more. To calculate your daily goal when loosing, take 3,500 calories for each pound you want to and divide by seven days in a week. To loose…

If you're going to binge, go after the food.

Don't know about pics, but my signature is gone. :(

I've not read the study, but it seems to be reaching. Loosing weight could be a covert plan to make one spouse more marketable but it could also be because they love their family and wish to live a long and healthy life with them. The same goes for saving money or nearly any positive act. I don't thing weight loss is a…

Hi, certainly if you find something that works for you, then more power to ya, but personally I'm leery of liquid diets. At least for me, I am not on a diet, I have changed my eating lifestyle. That includes a multitude of elements including portion control, healthy choices, enough water as well as enough exercise, plenty…

Me too. Check out thrift stores. I know selection is somewhat regional...but at least outside Chicago, 95% of what I wear is Ralph Lauren, Tommy Bahama, Tori Richard, etc. and I never pay more than $6.99 for a shirt. Also, if I get a quality garment, I can donate it back when it's too small (and claim a tax deduction.) and…

Not only did you drop a bunch of weight, it looks like you're about 15 years younger. Congrats! Your start weight was just a little lower than mine and I hope to get where you're at in the next year. Thanks for the inspiration!

Wow, sounds like you've been really careful but you're not seeing results. Sorry about that. Try upping your calories to right below your MFP target. Double check that you are not underreporting calories or overreporting exercise. It's also possible the reverse is true and you're slipping into starvation mode. Take…

Weight loss is but one part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise is another. There are plenty of people who are thin but not healthy. What's the point?

Thank you all!

I eat a couple of their veggie subs/month. As a quick, relatively inexpensive, moderate-calorie meal, I think it's good (in comparison to other fast food.) However, Subway is really just the best of the worst. Fast food is not a healthy way to eat and being on top of the garbage pile is not that great a victory.

I'm sorry.

Many people have posted some great quick and inexpensive food options. But I wanted to highlight what Leola2011 said: Extra curricular activities can be great for kids, but if we, as parents, are running, shuttling, or working every waking minute than the benefits they might gain will be more than offset but not knowing us…

Same boat here...I've got an old analogue scale with a hard-to-read dial. I could buy a snazzy new one but ultimately, although I do weigh in once a week, I'm no so much interested in a number (although it's fun to track) but my trajectory. Measurements/how clothing fits, photos, and how I feel is a better measure for me.…

Hey Dave351, Thanks for your reply. I'm not here to pick fights and apologize if I upset you. I wish you success in your journeys and wanted to thank you for serving in the military, I truly appreciate everyone who ever has.

Semper Fi? The U.S. Marine Corps now finds it fun to intimidate the weak? I can't believe that's the attitude of most of the fine people who wear the uniform.

Please know this is in no way intended to criticize the OP. His comment about allowing the supe deal with it was excellent! Sorry you're going through this, BTW. Dragging yourself to the gym is hard enough without additional hoops to jump through. However, this thread amuses me, there is a whole lot of assumption going on…

Hi, open your diary and folks more knowledgeable than I will help out. But if you're always hungry you won't be able to continue for long. • Check all your settings and make sure you're logging exercise and caloric intake properly. • Dense snacks like almonds and cheese are more satisfying to me than an equivalent number…

So based on a rumor, you plan on intimidating someone who, if its even the right person, is already uncomfortable?

What a great topic! A couple of strong motivators finally nudged me in the direction I knew I should be traveling. I develop websites and a lot of my colleagues are heavy. One had a heart attack in his 50's. I met up with him a few months later and asked how things were going. He rolled his eyes and said he had gained…

Please be careful minuu, I just read http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/335633-to-those-who-ve-lost-over-100-pounds-in-a-year-please-respo Scan for sanura's post from Mon 09/05/11 06:18 PM Blessings!

I have not yet lost 100 lbs, but that is my goal. When I saw you stay Lahaina, I had to say aloha! I will mimic what the other posters have said, and that is you have to eat enough calories. If your body is a machine, then food is the fuel. It won't operate well if it is in starvation mode. Also, my ultimate goal is not so…

Yep! The lady speaks the truth.

Thanks for posting this, I'm traveling later this month and have worried if I can stay on track. Thanks for the inspiration!

I'm going to take a different approach from many who recommend what I see as "tough love". Let's not forget children are people just like you and I. Everyday I do things I do not want to do. There are healthy foods I do not like and do not eat and there are also times I have downed entire bags of junk knowing fully aware…

You not only lost weight, you got ripped. Congrats & happy birthday!