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I quit cold turkey a few months ago. What helps me now? I hate the taste! Tried having one at Easter and couldn't drink it, the taste was so bad.

I need to get my exercise back on track. I think my weight loss is suffering because I don't have time. 10-11 hour workdays everyday + 3 hour total commute time. Ugh. No end in sight, so much work to do. I guess my goal for the next week is lift a lot of weights. 30 will be here before I know it (4 WEEKS!) Weighing in at…

Welcome one and all!

Challenge Start Weight 147.6 Previous Weight 145.0 Current Weight 144.0 Difference 1 pounds Memorial Day Goal 130 I'm thinking I should change my goal to 136. More feasible. But we will see!

I totally believe that about the calculators. You poor thing! That's gotta be hard. And I thought my body was efficient!

<--- Sooo jealous! I have a flat butt, which is rare for a Latina :(

I suppose it's possible your BMR or RMR could be that low, but it's not too likely unless you're really, really small or super close to your goal weight. The most accurate way to find out is of course to get it tested. Most calculators are going to be off. At 5' even and ~144 lbs mine is about 1440. I burn about 1 calorie…

To be honest I'd probably make my husband answer the door and go run and hide in the bedroom.

Five feet, target around 1500, but usually eat less. Walk 2 hours a day five days a week, sometimes an extra few hours of walking on weekends with hubby. Also do circuit training a few days a week. Working for me so far.

I had a crush on the bartender at my favorite bar before I met my hubby. I actually worked up the nerve to tell him I liked him. Turns out he was married with kids. But he was always nice to me afterwards. It was embarrassing, but probably worth the free drinks I used to get from him.

My very first car, a '98 Corolla. Thanks UPS man for sideswiping it as it sat helpless parked on the street and sending it to the junkyard. Just sold my second '98 Corolla to buy a new Honda Fit. I miss my Corollas :sad:

Get pregnant with my first kid :)

Buffalo chicken bites I think. Used to put them on salads, about 400 calories worth without even knowing it. Now I have to remind myself it's around 3 pieces a serving, not 6!

I remember being in a similar situation at 22. You know you have to eat more calories. Balance it out by working out more and staying active. Otherwise you'll destroy your metabolism and end up gaining it all back and lots more. It's a lifetime commitment you have to make to your health and your body. There are not…

I used to have this problem. It was sooo stressful when I went up, which I did pretty regularly. Problem was, the more I went up, the more stress I had, so the more I went up again. It was sabotaging my weight loss. So... I finally listened to my hubby and a bunch of people on MFP. I now weigh myself in once a week, Friday…

I've worn a monitor during, I don't burn much. Oh well :(

I'm in California, but I've noticed the same chains carry them in different places. My local Target has them in the refrigerated section with the hummus. The two Trader Joe's closest to me have them in separate spots: one in the refrigerated section with the other cheeses, the other carries them on a shelf next to the…

I regularly work 50-60 hours a week, sometimes as many as 80. But always at least 50. And my commute is 3 hours total. The biggest downside is less time with my family. The upside is it's great for my career. I come home exhausted and want to crawl into bed, but usually stay up to spend time with my hubby and dogs, which I…

I'm 5'0" currently 145 and aiming for 114 +/-3 pounds. Us shorties gotta stick together. Always looking for new friends to help in this journey!

Challenge Start Weight 147.6 Current Weight 145.0 Difference 2.6 pounds Memorial Day Goal 130 Might not hit the 130 mark but I'm sure trying!

One of my coworkers does a small patch of hair in bright colors. It looks awesome, just that one thick streak. This thread is making me want to dye my hair fire engine red again. I got so many compliments with that color.

^^ this. It's okay to feel hurt, just remember you're in this for yourself. Don't let your husband's attitude ruin your progress.

Love these! I can't wait to have some to post!

I typically don't eat back all my calories because of this. I work out enough that I am able to eat enough calories to be satisfied - between 1300 and 1500 every day (I usually burn 2300 to 2500, but sometimes as many as 3000 calories a day - monitored by my BodyMedia Fit). Don't give up, we all hit plateaus. My typical…

Usually an HRM is all you need. I have the BodyMedia Fit Core and I wear it all day every day, minus my time in the shower. It lets me know how many calories I burn every day, and therefore how many calories I should eat. I love it. Plus, it tracks steps taken and sleep. Really nifty. Good luck!

Mine shows me diet, technology and workplace productivity ads. Occasionally clothes, never food.

You're so lucky! Nobody's noticed a change in me yet. Be so proud!

Have BodyMedia Fit Core. Worth every penny (cheaper from Costco). Love knowing what I'm burning all day. Makes me so much more self aware, and easier to calculate the calories I need to eat.

So motivating! You look AMAZING!