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Excellent! You are such an inspiration especially for those of us with a significant amount of weight to lose. The goal post seems so far away and I easily get burdened with how far I have to go than how far I have come. Thank you for posting and for inspiring me!

Thank you for all the advice and direct messages, 5 days in and I feel amazing - not completely free but each day the choices get easier. Also seeing a weight loss which is a pretty alright motivator :smiley: I've received some great tips from new friends who have been there and can relate. Cheers to a healthy 2016…

Babies are a game changer. I don't know if you have this struggle, but for me I felt like making time to go on a walk alone or workout in a gym took time away from my babies and the guilt was strong. Of course with little ones energy is an issue because you are functioning in the mindset of "they are sleeping do I eat or…

Thanks! I have a friend who told me to read up on Ketos. I admit I don't know much about that. I have adopted the low glycemic choices for my first steps, it seemed like the easier transition. And clean eating essentially, everything that is real food and not created or manipulated. I will read up on ketos, I am very…

Many thanks, I have been reading about the sleep factor and I am working on that as well as the exercising which was not my strong suit. Low glycemic fruit and protein seem to help the most and planning for the meltdown by having that on hand.

You should check out the research on sugar and food addictions, since 2012 it has been a topic of study and the studies are fascinating. I did my thesis on the topic, granted to no study had an answer but the science is quite interesting. I've been a member on this site for many years and I expect this is why I steered…

To clarify for those who don't struggle with this, sugar like any food can be addicting. It is more difficult from some than others. For those like myself with a metabolic issue, sugar in any processed form is detrimental. I work with specialists who are medically supportive but I was hoping to find others who struggle and…

That is truly heartbreaking. I am so sorry that happened to you. No one deserves to be treated like that and no one has the right to steal your confidence. I find this site to be wonderful in creating better health but also allowing for healing no matter what the issue. There always seems to be someone encouraging another…

:laugh: Feel free to add me! I am well past prom, but anyone can understand a personal goal like that. What an exciting time in your life, live it to the fullest and you will reach that goal. Having the healthy mentality in high school is so refreshing to see. I know back in the day, I could have stood to create some…

I have to say yes, I agree on that one. Everything in moderation. I didn't glean that you were implying those things were now health foods, but rather a treat or indulgence in moderation. Long term success will require living in this world and being faced with food. Learning to choose it wisely and not let it control you…

It is so crazy because everyone responds to food and exercise differently depending on your genetics, health situation, etc. Low carb is a total benefit for anyone with PCOS for example, I was not able to stick with it - I suffer from a lack of will power :-) Anyway if you have something that works and you are sticking…

I have the same problem. Even if my eating is not so great, just logging keeps things in check. I have about 98 pound to go, so every day is a challenge but every day is one step closer. You can do it~ Don't lose sight of your goal :-)

That is a good point and thank you for the comments! I feel more empowered in my tactics that I believe work for me and I am looking forward to seeing those results again. I haven't seen Jillian's supplements but I adore her advice and workouts. I will have to check that out!

Welcome! It really does make a difference connecting with people on this site. Logging food as well. It is a great place to gain perspective, motivation, tips and tricks. I LOVE IT!

I have it, but there are different severities so what I do might not work for another. I have a rolling bar that I stretch my feet with and some other exercises. I do this in the morning and then again before I exercise. The pain does not go away, I push through it and the stretches help. I use DVD workouts with squats and…

This is such a great site! Between my phone and the computer I have no excuse not to track and be reminded of what I need to do. Welcome! I am working to lose it for good as well and with this tool, so far so good!

That is tough, I have had a few of those "ah ha" moments. They feel awful even if you have lost some weight. I have heard great things about Zumba, might have to give that a try. I think it is excellent that you stayed and finished the class, some might have ran out. I find that very motivating :smile:

You completely nailed it! Oddly, I have never really tried to write out a schedule. I am going to try that tonight, calendar items for walking at work maybe and plan out each evening to the letter. If that works I will be laughing all the way to the scale. It will be too funny if something so common to my work day actually…

I can relate to a need for motivation. I started with this site a few months ago and walked away. I have been back for a month now and though I have lost a little weight, I have alot more to lose. Gaining all my weight in my adult years has been tough coupled with three pregnancies. My husband is supportive, but he did not…