Michelemybelle Member

Good for you! I was 270 lbs when I started last March. I've lost 69 lbs. so far. I'd like to lose another 30-40. I know it seems like a long journey, but I just took it one day at a time and some days, one meal at a time. I've found that exercise is the key for me. I have to do it 5-6 days a week. That just seems like the…

To me, it's still the best tasting in a taco salad. I eat mixed baby greens/spinach/butter lettuce otherwise. [/quote] Me too. What is it about iceburg in a taco salad? Yummy. :)

What kind did you get? I get the unsweetened vanilla or chocolate almond milk by Almond Breeze and add Stevia to it. I actually like it. I use it for my protein shakes and even with a shaker, it doesn't seem to mix all the way. I don't mind it though. It's definitely an aquired taste. :)

I had one 4 days ago. It is VERY painful. The first 2 days were the worst. Recovery wise, I'm feeling much better today. I had my pain pump and 1 drain removed yesterday, which made a huge difference. I also was able to shower this morning and that made me feel a lot better, too. I have an 8 year old and a 2 year old, so I…

Had my TT yesterday. I didn't think it would be as bad as it is. VERY sore. Came home this evening from the hospital. I saw my tummy this afternoon when the surgeon came to check me. You're right - it's like looking at someone else's body. I know I'll be happy in a few weeks when I'm feeling better. Hope you're feeling…

Hi! I'm awake because I'm having a tummy tuck in a few hours (7:30 a.m.) and I'm so nervous, I can't sleep. My Dr. is giving me a pain pump for the first 4 days. I'm hoping that it helps. He says I'll be completely numb. I'll definitely be getting on here to see how your recovery is going and if you have any other good…

Thanks! I'm doing the Paleo diet. Basically protein and veggies. I eat eggs, chicken breast, lots of fish, almonds, almond butter, unsweetened almond milk, extra lean ground beef and lots of vegetables. No fruit, dairy, grains, or sugar. I do occasionally have some 85% dark chocolate. My food diary is public. It seems a…

Thank you everyone! I just know what it's like when you have a lot of weight to lose and you feel like it will never happen. I hope to be able to show others that they CAN do it. If I can do it, anyone can - I'm a food addict. I just had to get to the point that I wanted it bad enough.

Wow, how inspiring. I have at least 50 more to go. Thanks for posting this. I'm looking forward to the day when I can do the same. :)

YES! I read your story this morning on AOL! Very inspiring. Thanks for being willing to share. :)

For me personally, it took about 2 weeks. Drinking water helped me. I am currently doing low carb, so I rarely get hungry, since I eat mostly protein.

Steve knows his stuff. I've been eating that way for 2 months and the weight is just falling off. 53 lbs. in 13 weeks.

Hi! I am also trying to eat clean. I have 2 children, so I find that cooking large amounts of lean meat and having it on hand is a great time saver. I eat as organic as possible and buy as much fresh produce as possible. I usually cook a whole package of organic chicken tenderloins, (I find they cook faster and are usually…

I'm concerned about that as well. I was overweight with both of my pregnancies, so my stomach skin has NO elasticity left. I'm currently looking into surgery. I just don't see how exercise (I do both cardio and strength) will take away loose skin.

I weigh and measure EVERYTHING and enter it seperately. Yeah, I have OCD. :)

Wow - congrats! I started Primal Blueprint a month ago. I LOVE it! I've lost 20 lbs since I started it. It makes eating so much easier, at least for me. :)

There's nothing like fresh ground peanut butter! I get it from the deli in my grocery store (Publix). I'm going to Whole Foods tomorrow to get fresh ground almond butter. Almonds are better for you.

I started strength training 6 weeks ago and hired a trainer. He has me doing as much weight as I can comfortably handle and 4 sets of 15 reps, with 30-60 second breaks in between sets. He increased the weight last week. It must be working, because I'm so sore! :) Hope this helps.

I'm responding to this assuming it was meant for me - don't want to come across as a know-it-all, because I don't! LOL I understand about the time issue. There are a lot of nights that I'm on the treadmill at the gym at 9:00 p.m., after my kids and hubby are in bed. Organic isn't as important as just eating healthy.…

I've lost 39 lbs. in the past 10 weeks. I workout every day doing 35 minutes of cardio (I do intervals on the treadmill) and do strength training every other day.I did join the gym and hired a personal trainer to make sure I'm getting the most out of my workouts. Food wise, I cut out sugar, dairy and grains. I eat organic…

Hi! I also joined MFP after doing WW. I was doing the online program and decided to try this site to save some money. I did both for a week and I actually like MFP better. I was also a sweet junky - I had sweets after every meal most days (or as a meal LOL). I haven't had sugar now for almost 10 weeks. It definitely takes…

Thanks, good to know. I'm trying to eat clean, and was wondering about Stevia. I got the Stevia in the raw - it just sounds more natural. :)

I'm reading Primal Blueprint right now. From what I understand, Paleo allows you to have low sugar fruits (berries and such). I try not to eat fruit after lunch. It allows you between 50-100 grams of carbs a day, but from fruit and veggies, no dairy (limited cheese, although I don't eat it) and no grains (wheat, corn,…

Thanks so much! These things cost so much, I didn't want to take a chance and buy one without other opinions. For the price, I think I'm going to go with the FT40. Mother's Day is coming! :wink:

I love my Wii Zumba! My 2 year old son begs me to put it on - he loves it, too! :)

WOW! What an inspiration! I have at least 75 more lbs. to lose, and have been very overwhelmed with the road ahead of me. Thanks for posting this - I know if I keep working hard, I'll see the light at the end of the tunnel, too!

I agree! You worked hard to lose those 20 lbs! Just hold 4 sticks of butter in your hand - that's 1 pound!!!! Congrats! :)

I just switched 2 weeks ago to MFP from WW online. I did both for a week just to compare. I like the fact that MFP breaks everything down, like sodium, carbs, etc. I decided to go with MFP mainly because it's free, but also because I felt it made me more accountable for my overall nutrition. I lost 13 lbs doing WW for 3…

I had to buy a package of panties 2 sizes smaller last week - it's not weird - it's awesome! :) Good for you!

I used to tell my clients (I'm retired now) when they were moving that if they see someone with a nice haircut, ask where they get their hair done. That's usually pretty safe.