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Thanks everyong. @springlering62 - you're right, its only been since July 1st that I haven't been working out. I stopped when I did my trip and when I got back I found out about the BP. But since then I've lost about 6 pounds in 3 weeks and that's after a vacation I was pretty well just maintaining for a LONG time. I'm…

@knotmel - thanks for the response. water weight would be great news. I am glad I'm going down but it concerns me if I lose the hard earned muscle.

Maybe now's a good time to think about what you might have been unable to do at a heavier weight. For an upcoming milestone I plan to go horseback riding. On my last milestone I did a float pod. It was something frivolous I wanted to try but didn't want to spend the money on. To me, that makes it a reward. Clothes are…

Just stay the course :) I've had several plateaus. They suck at the time. But going off the diet means going back to where you were and that's not better. Stay the course and you'll slowly head toward a healthier future.

Welcome. When I first got serious (let's face it, I joined long before really sticking around) I found it helped to go to the community everyday. I also filled my newsfeed with "Friends" so I'd have people to post to....It felt social and felt like somebody cared about my success. It helped. I log in daily and track daily…

I'm quite unfit. I started with a trainer in September so 6 months ago. I am a huge fan. He gives nutrition advice, generally chats about progress and tailors the program to me. I started off unable to do a lot so he modified to my needs and now as I get a bit better we're doing more. He keeps the workouts interesting and…

people on here are being quite negative. I took it for about 8 months and had good results. I stopped when the pandemic first started cause I got scared of getting covid combined with the idea of the side effects. It was effective though. I lost weight. I had headaches and dry mouth as the only side effects and those…

I'd love to join. I've been seeing a trainer since Sept 10th and really enjoy it. I get pretty pumped after every new accomplishment so sharing with people who care would be great lol.

I bought a 1 year membership back in the spring. I dislike ads and spend a lot of time on the app. Its hard to judge cause I've had pro for so long that I don't know what really changed. What helps me the most is the commitment. I spend time here every day and record my weight and food daily. By returning daily and…

I had similar habits before I started. Something that has helped, in addition to buying Halloween or lunch snacks I dislike, is buying some chocolate that I can eat in moderation and be happy with. I buy Brookside Dark chocolate acai and blueberries and dark chocolate covered dried mangos. Its about 170 cals for a serving…

Thanks everyone. I was sooo annoyed yesterday! I know in my head that fluctuations are normal but it drives me batty. I was so close to losing 50 and now now I'm at 47 lost. That sucks. This morning I was up again. I still have plenty to lose so it isn't that I'm nearing goal or anything...just SLOW. Apparently right now…

I'm at 50 lost with lots more to go...Nobody has said anything who didn't know ahead of time. My sister and husband know and tell me they see it but nobody else is saying anything....that said, they didn't say anything when I gained either so maybe commenting on my body just isn't cool?

Good for you for deciding you're ready to really change. I honestly think it is mostly mental. We can all handle weighing our food and tracking. Its doable. Its just hard to stick with day after day after day. When you truly DECIDE it is time I think is when you're going to stick with it. I decided that December last year.…

Thanks. I decided to just write in a notebook. I like the idea of an app better but not in the mood to hunt one down and then inevitably it is a 2 week trial till they ask for $$ or something similar

Thanks retroguy. That gives me something to hunt for. I’ll be starting shopping in a few days once the kids are back in school

TO answer the questions about my goals and fitness...I have a treadmill and an elliptical already. I walk/run daily and bike with my kids on weekends. I have a few handweights but don't love them. I do some basic curls. I remember years ago doing pull down type exercises with a machine and liking that. I also liked doing…

I'll be your partner. I have 70ish to lose...I'm on day 220 and have slowly been increasing my fitness. I'm now at running every 2 days (2Kms max lol) and do floor exercises daily to help lower back pain. I'm online a TON to try to stay focused on this and keep my momentum. A fitness buddy would be a great help

Thanks for the responses. I am not fit at all so trying to avoid getting injured. TO answer the questions that were asked - yes I'm for sure improving. Starting with zero fitness it is a huge step to run at all and I'm so proud of my improvements. Running is getting easier each day. I do feel the need to rest. Yesterday I…

At first I started with lots of motivation. Now I'm 6 months in and have had a few challenges. The motivation is long gone but I try to recapture it by going on MFP or thinking about the reasons I started in the first place. Yes, lots has become habit but once you eat out of routine for a few days (I had to travel) then…

Hi, I sent a friend request. I am 39 (40 is close though) and a fair bit to lose. I started in January and am walking 30 mins per day and logging all food. I started out with much more conservative goals (don't quite for 30 days) but now I'm starting to build up bigger goals. I'm a serial quitter but this time I've made if…

I'd love some friends so feel free to add me :)

Thanks guys. I was thinking about a reward being linked to tracking food or using mfp for a set amount of time. I’ve been doing conqueror challenges and getting a medal to celebrate walking 120kms is really nice lol.

I like your idea a lot. If this was a tool available I'd use it