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Truvia is by far the best I've tried. :love:

I agree with you, Banks!!! Kerri, you too - you are an absolute inspiration. Jeannie, does however, have an interesting perspective. The thing I love about MFP is the level of personal accountability. Through using the tools, we can learn HOW to eat - good, nutrient dense foods, healthy portions, etc. I think one thing we…

My happy weight is four pounds above my goal. This was very interesting - I am right on track with my thinking. My goal is 125 and I am comfortable with anything under 130. awesome!

Are alcohol sugars really that bad for you???? I"ve never really read anything conclusive about it. Enlighten me, Please! In terms of the piece of gum: Do three jumping jacks and call it even.

Me too. I absolutely agree!

Thanks :bigsmile:

It has always been my experience with making substitutions that you can only alter so many things before your recipe starts to taste yucky. I am not sure of your exact recipe and if it calls for butter in the batter as opposed to just cooking it in the butter, however, I would suggest: keeping eggs whole. (they're only 70…

Whatever you do, DON'T QUIT!!! Even if it's embarrassing, just logging in your calories shows you're not giving up on yourself. You owe it to yourself not to quit. Especially on those bad days, logging in the calories and seeing "if every day were like today, you'd weigh XXX" and having the number move the WRONG :noway:…

Thanks for the recommendation - I'm really interested. Thanks, it seems very empowering! Do you run? Do you have any recommendations for beginners? Have you ever done the C25K program?

Excellent! I could start the new thread. Do we want a specific name? "Shred 2010"? "New 30 Day Shred Group, who's in?" Any suggestions? I'd even be open to starting a more general group, something like "Losing It In 2010"? Let me know what you guys think. Do we want this group to have started Yesterday, or do we want to…

bump. Thanks Tami - you are such an inspiration.

I log it in as "circuit training - general" for 20 minutes. I did the shred this past August and did lose pounds and inches. (8 Lbs) and went down one firm pant size ( I should note that I did to pilates and walking as well.) I also started workout 1 today. I figured it would be a great way to ease back into fitness after…

I agree. My experience with the shred is that it is a perfect combination of cardio and strength training. I noticed increased definition in my deltoids, pectorals, and trapezium muscles in a very, very good way!!! (all those pushups):laugh: In fact, one of the ladies in the video (the one named Anita) I am convinced has a…

The shred is great!!! This past August, I did it for a month and a half - and it kicked my butt every day!!! I lost nine pounds!!! It was a noticeable loss, too. Some days you'll hate Jillian - she really pushes you - but if you need that kick in the pants, just do it! If anyone out there is interested in starting another…

Thanks for the post. I thought I was going crazy. The past few times I took my vitamins - and I admit, I changed my multi and I took all of them together (b12, d3, Flax seed oil, and a multi-vitamin) I was totally sick - shaky and nauseous. I will spread them out, cut the multi in half (thanks Banks) and take the flax seed…

Actually, walking is a great idea! It helps keep your mood elevated also. So many times we stop exercising when we're tired or burned out or just not with it, and it serves to perpetuate the problem. Either way, I hope you're feeling better soon! :flowerforyou:

Yes, I ate Halloween candy and feel guilty and sick (literally) At this point, I have no desire to eat any more. - which is a fine thing to tell yourself after the fact - the real temptation will be in the days to come. I have a house full of candy (my kids) and know that some days I will be sorely tempted. :sad: :sad:…

TURTLES!!! - the candy, not the animal. :wink:

I agree with everything in this post. You can afford the calories, so feel free to eat something. You probably felt better after the graham crackers because you were able to raise you blood sugar just enough. I love the suggestion of the protein bar - just enough glucose to give you the edge, and the protein to sustain.…

Good Morning Shredders!!! Just curious, is anyone up for another month?!? How is everyone doing? What were your results this past month? Did you consider the shred successful? I'm definitely in for another month. (I'm leaving for vacation in two days, and plan on shredding) I've lost 9 Lbs. since the first. I consider that…

this happens to me too. I read the following on the Jillian Michaels website. You can sign up for her free emails - I've gotten a lot of good ideas and exercise tips. Do You Have the Right Shoes? Sometimes people complain about numbness in their toes during workouts. If you're experiencing this, it's most likely because…

Thank you so much. I believe I will try level 2 on Monday. The weekends are hard enough to squeeze it in. :laugh: You guys are great! I hope everyone is doing well. Unfortunately, I never got around to taking my measurements - and now, I really wish I did. I can definitely can tell a difference. Maybe others cannot, but I…

I'd like a little perspective, please. I am still on level one. Everyday, I either increase in endurance (all butt kicks, stamina while doing jumping jacks) or improve in form. I am to the point were I can do all pushups with good form - but am still doing the "girl" pushups. Everyday, I break a sweat. All that said,…

bump :flowerforyou: Such an excellent post. Thanks Banks!

Hey Everyone!!! What are you all up to? I hope you're all shredding away. After doing the shred this morning - still on level one :tongue: I could feel those muscles quivering... like little engines, shaking away. This was after skipping several days in a row. :embarassed: The good news: there must be something to be said…

OK, last week I was so absolutely swamped, I could not squeeze the shred in. Not even one day. :embarassed: :sad: I'm back on track though. Good news: I've lost 4 pounds! I've been really good about my calories, but even that surprised me. The shred rocks!!! This has to be one of the best workouts ever! Hope you're all…

I got the shred in today. :happy: Isn't it funny how much you can hate Jillian sometimes? "bring those weights up to eye level!" grrrr... :angry: Yet when the workout is finished, you feel so good (or maybe relieved it's over!)

I did the phase 1 yesterday - and was FINE! I woke up this morning, though, and was SO stiff. It was painful to walk down the stairs. I persevered, though and did the shred again today. (and took 600 mg of ibuprofen LOL) I've heard different things from different people regarding pounds versus inches lost. I'm planning on…

Hi Fellow Shredders! I just started level 1 this morning. What a workout! Thanks for all the info on the previous post. I, too, enjoy Jillian's style - and the length of the workout is perfect! I can't wait to see what the next 30 days will bring! ~M

If there is a Spectacular Shredders group starting, COUNT ME IN! I just did the level one this morning. And Jillian Michaels kicked my *kitten* - on level 1 :sad: Thanks for the advice on how to log the calories. That was really helpful. I'm watching these through exercise TV, so I don't have all the information in front…