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I'm 5'4" and 129. I am aiming for 117-120. I'm to the point where toning is more important than losing weight but losing an additional 10lbs will not make me look unhealthy in any way. However, I've seen others who look similar to me who weigh 140lbs. In that case, their goal would differ from mine. Weight is distributed…

Ding ding ding. I find this to be the perfect response.

5 months.

Thank you all. IDK why the image was removed by tinypic.

Completely agree! I am not a fan of plain water but have about 5-6 different types of Mio in the house at all times.

I haven't read half of what has been said on here but... I eat back my calories from working out. I wasn't eating them back and plateaued for over two months. I've obviously found success and what works for me. Everyone is different. Everyone's body is different. You do what you need to do for you and I'll do what I need…

Like what mrsbigmack said, they are most likely not used to seeing you at the weight you are. I also think that because we've become a "fat nation" that it's becoming more and more common to be surrounded by heavier people and the misperception of what healthy really looks like. I've learned to brush it off. I was told by…

22, female 5'4" 129lbs 36-28-36.5 Pant sizes definitely vary from store to store and how vanity sized there are. I can fit into 4's at American Eagle To like 8's and 10's at H&M. 6's in Calvin Klein. Ect...

My husband is oblivious (or so it seems). I was overweight when we started dating and gradually put 40lbs on. He has never made any indication about my weight getting out of control, but I noticed it myself. If he did, he kept it to himself. My weight loss has been so gradual that I don't think he truly knows how much I've…

I'm 5'4" I'm 129 right now but want to get to 120.. :)

Went to grocery store and bought loads of veggies to make a giant salad to last the entire week. Romaine lettuce, some spring mix, carrots, cucumbers, green peppers, cherry tomatoes. Yum yum. Also picked up some black raspberries, granny smiths, and bananas. A very successful trip!

I don't get why people are hounding her about wanting to get to 120lbs when it's in a healthy range for her stats... and how 135 is 'fine' when obviously she feels otherwise. People carry weight differently, different body shapes, ect. I'm 5'4" and 129 looking to get to 120. I decided to cut back on my carbs (45%) and…

Lucky! :tongue: But, well deserved 'me' time! My husband and I aren't even trying for children for another two years and even then we want two of them. So, it'll be a good 5 or more years before my saggy bags get a new look. :laugh: At least I invested in some good bras for the time being.

Just checked... still hanging at 5'4" lol. I wish my feet would shrink a bit width wise.

Aiming for July.

Shopping spree for an entire new wardrobe, lol. I wanted a breast lift but going to wait until after I have children.

That's adorable! Definitely uplifting to know he has your support. I think it's cute he wants you to have your curves. If it helps any, we started at approx. the same weight and I'm a little less than what your goal weight is right now. Obviously body shapes differ but as you can see I still have lovely lady lumps lol.

Genius. Dumb yourself down to make a quick buck. People will do anything.

I concur with pretty much all that has been said on here. I recently posted some images on facebook and was told by several people "I'm getting too skinny." Uh, what? lol. I could definitely afford to lose more weight and tone up. As another user posted on here, they don't see me naked.... :wink:

Like 4lbs.

I've started monitoring it more. I think today I ended at 47g. There were some thing I was eating that I had no idea had so much sugar in it. I'm starting to filter out those foods that are already in my household and to make better decisions next time I am grocery shopping.

The only time I really drink is when I go back to my hometown like twice a year. Pretty much all there is to do in small town living is go out to the bars; therefore, that's what I end up doing with my friends who still reside there. Every time I have gained weight regardless of not really changing much else diet wise. If…

I also think a lot has to do with stores vanity sizing, too. For example - I have an old pair of American Eagle jeans I bought probably about 6-7 years ago. I never wore them because they were a bit tight and then my weight had gotten worse. So they sat in my closet all these years. They are labeled a size 10, but in…

I was diagnosed with PCOS about three years ago. I've never used any types of medications but knew getting healthy would subside my symptoms. For me, losing stomach fat has not been an issue. I mean, I still have a stomach but it hasn't been stubborn. It's been shrinking along with the rest of me. The problem I am having…

I remember on another weight loss forum I'm on...someone said to me... "Your so TINY!! How can you possible lose another 14 pounds.... My aunt also has said something to me about not taking it too far... I'm a very healthy 129lbs at 5'4" and feel like even when I get to 120lbs I will still have a lot of work in regards to…

I drink diet on occasion. It's a nice textural change from just water with the carbonation. Although, I'm sure I could get seltzer water or something and make my own more healthier 'soda'.

Nope. I was actually thinking of weighing myself every 2 weeks now rather than every week. I think weighing myself more would just get me frustrated since I hate seeing day to day fluctuations.

My husband has gone on a couple occasions. I think all have been bachelor parties. I don't have any issues with it. I feel pretty secure with my relationship. Hell, I would go if the occasion arose where I was asked by friends or whatever.

Yes! Especially if you are working out, I suggest eating back at least half of the calories you burned (if you're not already.) That's what was happening to me. I was working out and burning these calories and it was causing me to go into 'starvation mode' as my net calorie was going under 1000 calories with working out.…

I had a hard time breaking through the 140's. It took me about four months to get from 145 into the 130's. There was a two month plateau in there along with an emotional break that led to weight gain. However, I just blew through the 130's like a boss, lol. Now I just entered into the 120's and have a feeling it will be a…