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This might be an unpopular opinion, but I wouldn't have the cake. Make sure you enjoy the celebration (don't pout about missing out on the cake). It will be a good example to your son that you have a goal and a plan that you're sticking to. If you can handle a piece in moderation without falling off the train, that's…

I'm a vegan, and I agree with the previous post recommending no-sodium-added canned beans and lentils for easy protein. For snacks, I eat tons of plain veggies and fruits! Nothing easier than grabbing a banana or handful of carrots. If you're trying to eat plant-based, that should include staying away from processed snacks…

I love it!!! I'm a runner and use it for strength training and yoga. I love the 3-week Yoga Retreat and the 21 Day Fix. I still have a lot more to discover though. Definitely a great value for what you get. I do agree that some trainers rub me the wrong way, so you have to find ones that work best for you, which takes a…

I'm vegan, 85% whole foods plant based diet - feel free to add me! I log every day. :) Have lost 47 pounds on this diet since last February.

I have the watershield Nike Pegasus Zoom sneakers - highly recommend them for keeping your feet dry and warm! I love them.

Agreed.. whether the documentary cherry-picks or not, I am also a vegan plant-based athlete and have seen it work wonders on my performance, physique, face, hair, nails, digestion.. pretty much every aspect. I eased into it over the course of 6 months so that I could monitor how I felt making the changes. Definitely worth…

I just finished the 21-day Yoga Retreat and loved it! I definitely increased both strength and flexibility during it, and learned a lot of important basics. I also discovered that the mental aspect helped keep me on track with eating right. Has anyone tried the classes in Yoga Studio? I want to keep going with yoga, but…

This is one of those "let the process be the goal" moments! I know it's hard, but try not to obsess over the scale. It sounds like you're doing all the right things. Cutting out alcohol is HUGE. If you make it through the day without drinking, got in a good workout, logged your calories within your goal.. you're…

I second this, and would like to add that their vegan protein bars are really yummy and filling too! I found them at Target.

Lots of steamed veggies.. especially beets! And cabbage stew. A big bowl of either leaves me stuffed.

Thank you SO MUCH to both AnnPT and kshama!! Great ideas!

Renaissance painting of a farmer LOL

Thank you very much, kimny! That chart that you linked to is fascinating. Watercress - who knew?! I appreciate the advice on focusing on a positive - increasing protein - rather than the negative - decreasing carbs! That's a much better way to look at it :) I have appreciated so many of your posts throughout the forum -…

A lot of it is about finding balance, like many other people have suggested. But for me, I made a decision that fitness and a healthy diet would me my top priority. Sometimes my house is a little messy. Sometimes I don't catch up with friends as much as I should. Sometimes I'm not a perfect sister or daughter-in-law etc.…

5'6", 139 pounds, size 6 long in most pants.. sometimes an 8 long

I work in administration at a school district in the US and can provide some clarity on this. The schools that are in a situation with 40%+ students being free/reduced, that are eligible to then provide free lunches to all, have the lunch cost reimbursed by the federal government. It is not a cost that the school has to…

Definitely!! I'll have to remember that for next time - although hopefully there isn't a next time LOL

This just happened to me today.. I lost 43 lbs over the past 7 months and am just now in the middle of a healthy BMI. I ran into a co-worker that I hadn't seen for 3 months. Him: "You look like you've lost a lot of weight!" Me: "Thanks! I have!" Him: "I didn't mean it like it was a good thing." *Walks Away* Uh.. wow! I…

Retinol creams and hydraulic acid! I also love Shisheido eye cream. I agree that it's important to stay out of the sun and stay hydrated. Makes a huge difference.

I love Shakeology.. used them for years.. then I became vegan and for whatever reason decided not to buy the vegan version. (I might order it in the fall when I have less fresh produce options). I think they are delicious! If you're like me and buy a latte every morning, you can offset the cost by cutting out the daily…

They are really good for you! I eat them all the time. Chia seeds are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, antioxidants, iron, and calcium. A 28-gram, or 1-ounce, serving of chia seeds also contains 5.6 grams of protein. I'm vegan so I need things like this for protein, calcium, omega-3, etc.

I pretty much do that. Most of the time, I eat 1400 calories during the work week (and also run 4 miles on 3-4 of those days, so I'm in a pretty big deficit.. I think my TDDE is around 1700). On the weekend, I don't log at all. I go hiking and eat as much as I want, whatever I want. That being said, "whatever I want" is…

I enjoy a "cheat day" on Saturday or Sunday on most weekends. But, I don't go nuts - I'm still pretty mindful of what I eat. I end up consuming a little more than volume than usual, and allow a few treats. For example, I might get a dessert after dinner, but stick with a salad for the main meal. Perhaps a cocktail too.…

12 hours is too long. I wouldn't leave a (full grown) dog alone for more than 9 hours. Would you want to hold your pee for 12 hours? :) I agree with Panini that you should have the dog meet your friend first. Have fun at the wedding!!

You can do this!!! You should be really proud of yourself for taking the first step towards changing your life. I was very proud of you after reading your story. The hardest part is starting, so you're doing great already. You already got some great advice here. Water aerobics would be great for you, as would a meal…

I would love to have more friends please :smiley: I log every day and am a great cheerleader! Let's do this!

I love Halo top! I'm an ice cream addict, so I literally would not survive without Halo. (Or Enlightenment - they are both good). A couple of other low-calorie ideas for "sweet-tooths": - Low-sugar Jell-O brand jellos and puddings (10-60 calories for a cup, sold in the dairy section as 6-packs) - Plant Based brand Almond…

I'm also looking for friends, and just added everyone on this thread :) Would love to help keep each other motivated!

Adding you!!! I have my last 15-20 to lose and would love to support each other :) :) :)

Following :) Thanks for all the great tips, ladies!