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I have to agree with the sugar free gum and water idea. For me, I always feel better when I'm chewing on something rather than sucking on it. It gives me the false assumption that I'm eating something and always makes me feel better. Also, if you drink a 20 oz glass of water, statistically it should curb your appetite in…

I haven't had poutine in years! my ex introduced it to me - it should be called a delicious death!

The best thing I did was to quit cold turkey. It totally stunk because I drank at least 2 cans a day. I just love the taste of it - the bubbles, the flavor, the caffeine...mmm. It was really hard the first few days and as lame as it sounds, I drank water and imagined I was tasting coke. It is like the flavor is imprinted…

I know your feeling about the knees. Some days I have to improvise. I've busted both of my knees from two separate motercycle accidents last year. I just try my best, that's all you can ask for.

Nice going with 30DS. Let me know how you like Shed and Shred. I've been looking into it (I know its not out yet).

Wow you guys are so inspirational!

Wow! You are an inspiration!

I agree. Swimming really helps with a knee injury. I have injured both of my knees in two separate motorcycle accidents. Swimming has done wonders!

My friend tried this and it was very unsuccessful. She ordered it off line, and although her energy was boosted and it allowed her to push herself to workout more and for a longer period of time, once she was off the "cleanse" all the weight she lost came back and she struggled with wirhdrawls

you can do it! with MFP you can succeed if you put your mind to it!

Even though it seems virtually impossible to do - the dangers far outweigh the benefits. It is important to choose a healthy lifestyle and stick with it. I'm sure there's been a time or two that we've all wished we were 30 pounds lighter for the holidays. It is important to realize that you will get 30 pounds lighter, if…

It's happened to me as well before. However, today is a new day. You need to wipe that guilty slate of yours clean and remember that if you lost it before, you can lose it again. Just keep on pushing forward. Lean on us MFP pals, we like to encourage you!

I'm definitely going to have to vote 30 Day Shred - almost done - one more day!

Hi! I'm not familiar with slim 6 or beachbody.com but what I can recommend is Jillian Michaels. I'm just about finishing off the 30 day shred. It was amazing. Otherwise, I've heard that No More Trouble Zones alternated with Blast Fat Boost Metabolism work well (JM), Good luck!

Currently I am 258 and I've switched my calorie limits around to see what works. Right now I'm 1900, but usually clock in about 1700-1800. I was doing the 1300 a day and wasn't losing anything. As you lose weight your calorie limit may decrease, but it's important that you get the proper amount of calorie intake or it will…

Beautiful smile :) I love your shirt - very vibrant

I do it every day, I'm currently on Day 23. However, I'm sure you could take a day off once a week and be okay too. It's totally doable to go all the way through - however the first four days are killer!

Hey There! I still have to stop once in a while and I am at the end of my Level 2. It's completely normal. One day you could not have any breaks and one day you could have 5 or six. It really depends. I usually pop 30DS in my laptop and put something in TV to keep my attention. Somehow that tends to keep me focused from…

Don't give up. Even though you've worked your butt off in level 1 and moved to level 2, sometimes it's hard to see a difference for a while. As discouraging as it is, you cannot give up. Have you measured yourself (inches)? Because although you do not feel the difference, you might see one when you measured. And remember…

I'll be finishing 30 Day Shred at the end of November. I am really interest in the Ripped in 30. Jillian Michaels dominates!

you can also purchase it off of iTunes

Hi there, I totally know how you feel. It's discouraging when you put on weight - even two pounds. But don't let that kick you down! My suggestion to you is to drink tons of water. If the weather is bad for jogging, find something else inside that you can do. I'm doing the 30 DS with Jillian Michaels. It will build your…

nice! what sorts of things did you do to workout? You look fantastic! Way to go! :flowerforyou:

I just started 30DS a few days ago. I am currently on day 4 and have lost 2 kilos/4 pounds already. From the people I've talked to - the results very. Some people lose 10 - 15 pounds and some just lose 3 - 5 (and then of course anywhere in between). However, no matter what the outcome, you will definitely lose some inches…

Here's my stats from November 1: Height: 5'8 Weight: 269 pounds Neck: 16 inches Bust: 49 inches Bicep - 16 inches Waist (at belly button) - 50 inches Hips - 57 inches Mid-Thigh - 30 inches Calves - 18 inches

I started yesterday (although I'm roughly about 12 hours ahead of most of you because I live in Indonesia). Anyway, can I join this group too? I really need the support and motivation!

I'm all on board for the 30 day shred. I started yesterday (November 1) and am on Day 2. Count me in. I would love to have a comment/message board.