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I think you will be just fine giving it a break for a few days. Too many of us have used the excuse of "well I really blew that day, so I guess I'll just give up"... It's not about perfection, it's about improving our habits bit by bit. You have done fabulous loosing 30 lbs!

I really prefer steel cut oats to normal -- texture is better. Takes longer to cook bu keeps well in fridge and reheats nicely in microwave. I usually add a bit of chia seed to increase fiber. I either eat with fruit (had a nice peach this morning) and a bit of brown sugar. Or my other favorite is "almond joy oats".…

So amazing! very inspiring. thanks!

I use mine once a week for steel cut oats. They keep in the fridge and warm in microwave nicely. http://www.barbarabakes.com/pressure-cooker-steel-cut-oats/ For an extra special treat I add slivered almonds, toasted coconut, and mini choc chips. As long as I carefully measure amounts still fits in my calorie goals…

You are off to a fabulous start!! 7 lbs in your first month is to be commended. I would stick with whatever it is you're doing!! You want to aim for slow and steady lifestyle changes. Best course in the long run! You got this!

be careful in the heat. Find a way to go early or late in the day to avoid the full sun intensity. I find morning works for me plus I have the satisfaction all day of knowing I've already accomplished exercise.

I like my hula hoop. And find it can be calorie burning.

Keep your expectations real. Had a teacher (it was in a parenting class -- but applies elsewhere) tell me "It's all about improving our averages. Sure you're going to have bad moments,days. But are you improving overall? Forgive yourself and move on."

under 300 calories: 3/4 cup steel cut oats, 1/2 cup sliced strawberries, 2 tsp chia seed, 1 tsp brown sugar, 3/4 cup milk. Always keeps me full until lunch time.

Good for you "shrinking out" of your old clothes. Good for you for getting rid of them!

started in March... trying to hit full steam for at least 6 months (until September) and then we'll see. My favorite exercise right now is hiking in the foothills near my home.

you found a great tool and supportive community. You can do it!

Thanks everyone for your thoughts.

1200 is my goal right now too. I do aim to eat back at least some of my exercise calories. You can do it! It had taken some self-training (learned through consistent logging) what foods are "worth the calories" in terms of what fills you up and doesn't leave you starving or binging.

thanks for all the good info here. I did Week 7 Day 1 and was wondering about the speed as I'm meeting time but not distance right now. (25 minutes of running was only 2 miles, not 2.5). Looks like I just keep cranking and the speed will increase...

Also needed this post. Just did Week 7 day 1. I was able to jog (s l o w l y) for the 25 minutes prescribed but my mileage is not there yet... was wondering whether I should keep going forward or pause and try to increase distance. Between this and other thread, seems it's okay to be slow and speed will come as miles get…

My local thrift store -- Savers -- always has a good selection. I can always find something that fits comfortably. Trying to save money on clothes that are going to be too big in a few months any way!

What's the weather like in your part of the world? Maybe it would be motivating to do some workouts outside. Weather has been lovely here so I've enjoyed a brisk walk. I have to admit I like the solitude of it as well.

Thanks all for your thoughts and experiences. I think I'll stick to my original weight loss plans for the full 6 months I told myself I would give it. Then decide to finish up the losing or go to maintenance for a while...

My first ten days was kind of like that. My biggest trouble pre-diet was sweets. So I really think the headache part was sugar withdrawals. Eased quickly. But there isn't need to be hungry. Do find snacks that are healthy but filling. Good luck to you. Don't give up!

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Dark Chocolate Coconut Almonds (sold at Costco).

Maybe a bit high.... here's a chart. http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/PhysicalActivity/FitnessBasics/Target-Heart-Rates_UCM_434341_Article.jsp#.V0EMoXry2-w

5"2". currently 150. losing about a pound a week at 1200. I do eat back about half my exercise calories.

You can do it! One day at a time.

Here's my one thing: set the timer for 33 minutes nightly and clean the kitchen. Going to "kill two birds with one stone". Currently our dishwasher is broken and don't have the resources to fix right now. It is easy to get behind in the kitchen and that is discouraging. In the evenings I tend to think "I'm just too tired…

Are you breastfeeding? more calories are required for that as well.

Thanks for sharing this research! enjoyed learning.

I am on week three of the C25K and also want to do some home strength training in between runs. I tried one at nerdfitness one but I'm wondering if it's too much leg work to do in combination with my running. Since I'm new to running, it seems like the running days are pushing my leg muscles and no days for those muscles…

Read a Reader's Digest article some years back that suggested an incremental approach that worked for me. Particularly in the diet portion. That is to start with one meal a day (say breakfast) and get that under control calorie and nutrition wise and when you've conquered that add Lunch or snacks.... It really helped me…