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I've been reading this board and have seen a few posts about folks scared to move onto level 2 and 3. I just want to reassure all of you that I've done all three levels and I can say with sincerity that I don't feel any level is harder than the next. I think it is a good idea to MOVE ON to the next level to work "other…

I made the low fat chiken nuggets, breaded zuchini with marinara. How do you add a picture..want to show my "masterpiece"...ha ha.. Actually, the kids loved the chicken nuggets and marinara. They did not like the zuchini...but hubby said it was "okay"....I sort of liked the zuchini, I always apprecitate a new way to fix a…

Day 7 L 2 DONE

I just took out my chicken to thaw..making the low fat chicken nuggets with zuchini and marinara tonight. Will let you know what the family thinks!

Good thread. I would love some ideas myself. My lunch has been made up of an Arnold Sandwich Round, some low sodium 97% fat free deli ham - a yogurt and an apple...but, I am looking for some ideas too. I would love some suggestions for some "better" microwave lunch options too. I tried a Healthy Choice Steamer over the…

I saw these in the store all boxed up with the spice cake and can of pumpkin..but the calories looked to be well over 200 (can't recall exact). Can you confirm this? Or is there something I am missing?

Caroline - are you from the UK? I just looked up the Neil McAndrews - wow, sounds tough. Good for you. Maybe in 30 days I will be ready for that yet..but, not yet! You are inspiring!!

Shakopee!!

Caroline81 - fantastic!! You gotta love it. Are you going to switch it up now or do another 30 days. Per advise from trainer, you may want to mix it up and try something different for a while. When you confuse your muscles that is when you get results. Plus, you don't want to get bored doing the same thing. What's next?? I…

I missed yesterday - taught Sunday School..had to go to a friend's house for a party and then my son's birthday party with 15 kids..we were running all day. I will do it today for sure, and may even get two sessions in - we shall see. I work full time and have teacher conferences and football practice so it may be tough..…

I forgot to post here loast night, but I did Day 4 level 2..5# weights. Will do again today. I fight through the anterior raises with the five pounders and take 5 second break from time to time - and the plank jacks get me sometimes too..otherwise, hanging in there. Trying to really eat a lot of protein which helps build…

bump. I am NOT a nutrition expert, but was told once upon a time by a nutritoion expert to look for bars that have similar protein to carb ratio. For example, if something has 6 grams of carbs - look for 4-8 grams of protein..for the best balance in how the body digests the sugar/carbs. But, these are hard to fine!! These…

I just made them and was going to put pecans over the top as suggested earlier on this site, but they were sooooo expensive. I bought some slivered almonds instead. The muffins looked fantastic and tasted even better. The kids are loving them. What a nice low fat/low calorie treat for Fall. Thanks for the recipe. I will…

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Ohhhh..one more thing. Salt/sodium. Keep it under 2500 a day. That is a big reason a lot of us stall. You will be amazed what cutting sodium can do for you!

I don't know how you are monitoring your food journal. Are you taking into consideration how many carbs, protein and fat you are eating? I really try to watch that. The carbs can sneak up on you if that is making up too much of your daily/weekly/monthly habits. Go back and take a loot at it. Also, are you eating too few…

I see a nutrition expert and she actually told me to put in 35-40 minutes because your heart rate is up the entire 20 minutes. So I am plugging in 35 or 40 depending on how hard I push. It's not a 100% accurate, but her fear is that I will not eat enough calories and my body will go into starvation mode - which will make…

Way to go Dana. I didn't want to do it today either, but I had the time and I'm out of excuses. Level 2 Day 3..done. 5 pound weights. Made it through everything, but did a little lower impact on the plank jacks..killer!

When do we get the recipes for next week?

I made the fajitas last night. I used more steak because i have four members of my family to feed - so moved it up to 1# of the beef - otherwise kept everything else the same. Served on a Low Carb Whole Wheat toritilla. I had two for under 400 calories - it was very good and a recipe that I will use a lot. Very easy and…

Level 1 completed. Used 5# weights and did everything on advanced level except for push ups. Was able to do about 16 total and then hit the mat with my knees - ouch. I have been doing Jillian off and on for about 3 monhts - but, now that I am at goal weight (after dropping 45 pounds) I need to exercise even more to keep up…

Have you ever considered Medifast. I am NOT on their payroll..but, I have recently lost nearly 50 pounds on their plan and am at my goal weight - maintaining. You can do it online via www.mymedifast.com or they have Medifast Centers in certain states. You get 5 of their meals a day and 1 "lean and green" which you get to…

My husband and I are looking at getting a French Brittany. They are expensive ($1500) and doube that cost if you want it to be trained, but they are over the top smart and very good with kids (we have 2 boys and one is somewhat fearful of animals). They also are exceptional hunters. My husband is a hunter..so we feel it…

I would like to join too. Anyone know roughly how many calories this burns. I know it is different for everyone, how are you counting it for your exercise report - aerobics general? I think 20 minutes is roughly 250 calories, but I could be wrong. I recently lost 48 pounds on Medifast - so I am at my goal weight. I am just…

I made the Chinese New Year Crockpot Beef recipe yesterday. I did all the prep wok on Monday night and then put in the crockpot on Tuesday morning. When I came home from work my house smelled of ginger and garlic goodness. I made a side of brown rice and then added the water/cornstarch about 20 minutes before service.…

Hi. Please add me to your recipe swap. Love it!:love: