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I did a body wrap a few years ago and it did nothing. :ohwell:

There are plenty of foods that she can get Vitamin D from, yogurt is one you could try. Or even Pedia-sure, it has different flavors and is packed full of nutrition and vitamins. Julie

Hello, I am Julie, I am 46. I have been going through the changes for at least 10 years. I have been struggling with the ups and downs with emotions and weight. I look forward to the entire ordeal being over.

I am so jealous and impressed! Thank you for sharing!

Me too! And I am from Lansing, Michigan! (I thought this would post in the box of the Spartan's post)

I have heard that just a single soda a day can add 15 pounds a year. So, great job! I am sure that it was tough to stop cold turkey like that, but you did it! Julie

SW: 184 CW: 182 GW: 140 8/8: 179 8/15: 176

Im here: SW: 184 CW: 182 GW: 140

Wow! You look great! Thanks for the inspirational shots!

That is awesome. I can't wait until I can say the same thing. Thanks for the inspiration. :smile:

"Anyone had a similar injury and know what it was and what the treatment was? Was it a meniscus tear after all and just stiff? What were the recommendations given to you by your specialists? What did it feel like?" I have torn my Meniscus. I am currently recovering from surgery from it. I also tore my ACL. However, the…

Thank you! I needed your inspiration today!

You truly have inspired me. Thank you for sharing and congratulations on all your hard work. I love the fact that you have also gained so much muscle tone! Not just lost fat but gained muscle. Great job.

My son is a Marine! Nice to be part of that family too. He is at 29 Palms though.

Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year from Firestone, Colorado, USA

I would love to join the challenge!

I was considering Pilates. Has anyone tried this form of exercise with this injury?

I do have a full tear in my ACL and a partial in my LCL.

My surgeon said I need to do rehab for 6 weeks and then we will discuss the surgery portion. I go to rehab next week, but really am anxious at doing something now. I am just ignorant of what and how without causing further damage. Thank everyone for their input, some great ideas. I will take them to heart and get moving.…

your welcome, and thank yo for the compliment.

There are 3500 calories in a pound. To maintain your weight your current weight you would need something like 2300 calories a day. You would lose weight without exercising if you reduce your calories. But, when you exercise you burn even more calories causing a larger deficit that will cause your body to pull the extra…

Thank you for sharing! You are truly are an inspiration!

Dawn, You are inspiring! Congratulations and great work! Julie