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Down 1.2. I'll take it. I had two meals this week that I think set me back a bit - AND it's that time of the month. Hoping for another loss this Sunday!

This week has gone well so far! I've asked my husband to hide the scale from me though, because I've been weighing myself too often. And getting irrationally discouraged at fluctuations from day to day. BUT, I haven't had any soda (diet coke is my weakness) and I've tracked everything! Hoping for a loss on Sunday.

I'm in, too! Height: 5'8 Current Weight: 160 Goal: 145 by May 30th

Age: 30 Height: 5'8" CW: 160 GW: 145 Calories: 1400 Honestly, I've only been back on the bandwagon for a week but I'm already just feeling "different". Just taking it one meal at a time. Making clean, healthy choices 90% of the time. Focusing on 3-4 moderate/intense workouts a week with 1-2 walks with my toddler on the…

I don't have kids but my taco pasta recipe is kid friendly! I got it from emily bites 1 lb lean ground beef (I use 97/3) 2 cups reduced fat sharp cheddar 1/4 cup fat free sour cream 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning 1.5 cups chunky salsa 8 oz. whole wheat medium shell pasta 1) Cook pasta according to package directions,…

For me personally, I don't care who "friends" me on here. I put that in quotes because I honestly believe you can only have true friends in real life, and while I very much am grateful for the support I get on here, MFP is only for my weight loss life. There are many other facets that I don't and won't share on here (I…

For me, I completely revamped my diet. The days I go back to eating badly, even if I eat normal portions, I still feel gross. Eating clean makes me feel fantastic.

I'm 5'7 and my current weight is 156. My goal weight is 140-145. My heaviest weight was 212. Right now I'm a pretty uniform size 8 and would like to get to a 4-6 before I'm a bridesmaid in my best friends wedding (this June!).

I don't know what kind of office you work in, but about 8 months ago I asked the maintenance guys to raise my desk so I could stand. I have a high office chair, too, but standing encourages me to get up and take walking breaks. I try to do that every half hour on top of working out. It just helps keep you energized! As far…

I "dated" a couple of guys that sounded like what you are describing in high school (I was 16 and didn't know any better), but I dropped them pretty fast. This is the behavior of a boy (or girl) not a man (or woman). It's too bad you've met so many men like this, though. In college I stayed single (went on dates but I was…

To be honest though, I do think it's weird you want to go to a party and get drunk without him. I have a glass of wine with dinner 1-2 times a week but I haven't gotten drunk since college, truly. It typically leads to nothing but embarrassment and regret (plus, I would rather save those calories for dessert). I also don't…

I think it is absolutely crucial for individuals to have their own interests. It's what makes a relationship healthy! I have one night out a week with my girls (or in, if they come to my house for a dinner/get together...but it's just us girls, no spouses) and then one night a week where I read in the bathtub. I also run…

I used to eat frozen meals but now I don't. I have noticed a huge difference in my extra tummy flub now that I make all my meals from scratch (I'm not even making anything fancy, just grilled chicken and veggies mostly). I agree, they do help with portion control but the preservatives and sodium are just not good for you.…

oh my gosh sorry for the typos, I was typing much too quickly that should be $0.50 for bananas, and bucks :-)

Sometimes you just need to be a little patient at the grocery store. It's easy to pick healthy, unprocessed foods that are also inexpensive! Bananas are a great example. At around $50 a pound, you could get enough for your family for a whole week for 1-2 bucks! Also apples tend to be on sale a lot, as well as carrots and…

I was vegan for 6 months and I was the unhealthiest I've ever been. I had zero energy, my skin went to crap and my hair started to fall out. This certainly doesn't happen to everyone and I'm not even sure there was a complete correlation. That being said, I wholly support buying local and family farms 100%. I'm not going…

I am going to get a tattoo as well!!

Thank you guys for the great ideas! I def. will switch up some of my choices so I can keep it more even. Thanks again!

Well typically around 10-15 grams, I'm actually not sure if that is a large or small amount I'm ashamed to say! That's about 1 6 oz. greek yogurt, protein-wise.

Laziness!

That is so cool! I have big calves myself, and I just now started fitting into *some* boots. Way to go!! I know how big a deal that is :-)

You look fantastic!! What an amazing accomplishment! Thanks for inspiring me today :-)

I was such a Starbucks addict for a long time. I always got a regular latte (2% milk with regular syrup, usually vanilla). It took a little getting used to but I actually prefer my coffee black with a little bit of creamer (some days I don't need the creamer though) AND, it saves so much $$ to brew your own! Just scale…

I'm not sure if you're aware, but you won't lose weight if your body is in starvation mode. You need AT LEAST 1200 calories a day to stay fully functioning. Extreme diets are not good for you! I know you want to look good for your wedding (I've been there!) but the BEST thing you can do is load up on green, leafy veggies…