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Yum! That looks super good!!!

I think I saw something on Skinnytaste when I was looking at her stuff! Maybe check that blog out!

I have recently become obsessed with Lula Roe clothing (leggings, tees etc). However, they are kind of pricey, especially for a student. I'm going to reward myself with a new pair of leggings or a perfect tee if I meet my goals for this month!

I made a really yummy cabbage stew with decently low calories for a good size serving. I can link on my phone but if you search "cabbage stew" it should show up! It has ground beef, veggies, tomato purée, and chicken stock pretty much!

I usually will steam/saute veggies in a small amount of fat free chicken broth! Then I add a little salt and garlic powder or other seasoning! So good!

I love getting an unsweetened green iced tea from Starbucks! It isn't too strong so it is refreshing! I also love making nutty almond cream loose leaf tea! It is kind of sweet on its own!

I try to sign up for fitness classes so I go! I also signed up for another DietBet so I stay on track with my weight loss. Losing money is a huge motivator for me. I try to schedule cheat days way ahead of time so I have something to look forward to. Without that future day, I'm sure of fall off the wagon! But most…

A few months ago, I posted a really good cabbage "stew" I make semi frequently. Should be able to find it if you search recipes! I don't know how to link the recipes on my phone from this app, but if you can't find it, shoot me a message and I'll send to you! It's got cabbage, peppers, celery, onions, chicken broth, tomato…

I started the 30ds twice this summer but didn't finish it. I'm going to try again tomorrow! If anyone wants to add me for accountability, please do so!

@Queenmunchy thanks so much! Definitely going to try this soon!

I do shredded chicken in salsa a ton cause it is easy to make in the crock pot and reheat! Would you mind sharing your buffalo chicken dip recipe? I love anything buffalo chicken and this sounds like a good, lite alternative!

You would have to google the company. I know the idealshape people have a little chart with the differences between their product and slim fast and shakeology (I tried shakeology - it was expensive and I couldn't handle the taste or graininess). Honestly I switched to ideal cause they had more flavors. I think i am fuller…

I tried the chocolate slim fast powder and it was good, but I got bored of just chocolate. I started using idealshape meal replacement shakes and I like them a lot. Each scoop is 100-110 calories, depending on the flavor and I blend with unsweetened vanilla almond milk and ice. It is my breakfast each morning and it keeps…

I have one too. I never use it. It really was not counting my steps as accurately as the Fitbit. It would sometimes be a hassle to sync to my phone as well. It's cute, but really wasn't practical for me. I have the Fitbit blaze and you can dress it up in a nicer band so it looks like a watch. I get compliments on it! I…

I've done 2 diet bets! I like that they really help hold you accountable.... however, I found my second one to be kind of a struggle. I ended up not eating much the two days before to guarantee I would meet my goal. I did! Overall I have won like $30 so it wasn't super worth it for me. It is a legit site and I may try…

There is a local chain in Columbia called Shakespeare's Pizza and it is amazing! Otherwise dominos is always good if you're craving pizza and want something cheap and quick. My favorite frozen pizza is Home Run Inn (which they don't sell in Columbia - maybe it's a Chicago thing!). Homemade is good too, although I always…

I limit breads just to keep my calories under control most days. Cutting it out forever would be sad. As long as you have a caloric deficit, you'll lose weight!

Thanks, everyone! I was a little concerned! I feel great! I'm probably not as low on micros as I think :)

I have mine set to sedentary and then my Fitbit syncs the steps and it will give me more calories to eat. I'll log my exercises as well. Just beware: the exercise calories are way overinflated so I only eat back a portion (typically 200-300 calories).

Breakfast: I usually do a meal replacement shake cause I'm always running out the door. On the weekends, I'll make Kodiak power cakes (protein pancakes you can find at target - super tasty) or I'll line a muffin tin with slices of ham and crack an egg inside each to make little egg ham muffin cups! Lunches/dinner: I meal…

In my opinion, no. However, once you have it all sauced up, it's a great substitute and very tasty! I prefer to have a larger portion of something and splurge on the unhealthy option on occasion rather than have a tiny portion more often. That's just me though!

I love doing salsa and chicken like someone mentioned above. I've done stew meat cooked in a can of soda and that was super goodb I have made crockpot zucchini lasagna which is quite good! Really, Pinterest is your friend. There are a ton of recipes!

I second what several people have said! I tend to just do a big plate of zucchini noodles! Totally guilt free! If you really love spaghetti noodles (like me) you could portion out a serving of noodles and cook them and do like a hybrid dish of spaghetti noodles and zucchini noodles! That way you get the experience of the…

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Thanks everyone for the help! I ended up going with a ninja and I love it so far! :)

As if I didn't hate mornings already.... That sounds awful! Let us know how it works out for you...

I'm still working on becoming a runner, but I agree a lot with the advice on here already, particularly the bit about the shoes. I started out with just my regular gym shoes and within a few weeks, my knees were killing me. I was in so much pain. I went to a running store and got fitted. The new shoes were awesome and no…

Hi!! When I need caffeine, I usually do a venti Americano with two pumps of white mocha and one pump of caramel! It is about 70 calories if memory serves me. Now that it's pumpkin season, I'll be doing a shot of pumpkin spice syrup instead of the caramel! Otherwise I do an unsweetened iced green tea! Refreshing and zero…