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4/13: 181.2 (I got 40 whole minutes of cardio in without stopping for a second! 4/14: 181.8 (I got in 60 WHOLE FREAKIN MINUTES without stopping! I am being treated for respiratory problems, so this is a huge huge huge accomplishment.... regardless of my scale disagreeing with me) 4/15: 182.0 4/16 4/17 4/18 4/19 4/20 4/21…

4/13: 181.2 (I got 40 whole minutes of cardio in without stopping for a second! 4/14: 181.8 4/15 4/16 4/17 4/18 4/19 4/20 4/21 4/22

35 lbs this week! That's incredible, I'm so glad that I joined this group!

I use protein shakes once or twice a day because I am on a medication-induced restricted diet, and for me they are a source of protein, carbs, and calories. My roommate uses them on top of her daily nutrition if she is still hungry since she is working on bulking up and gaining muscle mass and is doing heavy lifting most…

I love the elliptical. Something about the motion makes it much easier on my knees than walking/jogging (chronic pain sufferer here), and with the elliptical at my gym, you can ramp up the incline and resistance to target specific muscle groups while you're getting your cardio in. Like some folks have said- the key is to…

THAT IS INCREDIBLE Lord and above you have certainly sent me spinning off into a world of possibilities =p

This is stupid. Pretty dumb, actually. Not weight-related at all, but fitness-related But a few years ago, I got very sick. I had just returned to college full-time, was working two jobs plus a side gig or two, hardly slept, had huge medical problems (that were misdiagnosed as a terminal illness), drank a lot of alcohol (I…

You look fantastic and I love your "Thick, Fit, and Healthy" goal =p I'm happy for you and good luck on your future goals!

I have a BEAUTIFUL dress that is just too snug on me to be able to wear, one that I've owned for close to two, maybe three, years. Some of my very close friends are graduating from college in just over a month, and as I am at the lowest weight I've been since I bought that dress (weighing less now than then!), I am hoping…

"The New Atkins for A New You." Very easy read, very versatile program (whether you go by Atkins or not), and, should she decide to utilize it, Atkins's website is full of recipes and support groups.

My goal was just to get to the gym 3 times a week, aaaand I did it! Just three times, but I'm also adjusting to my tuberculosis medication and did an at-home workout today. I know it sounds silly to have such a low goal, but with the side effects of my meds... I've lost more than 5 pounds this week alone. I've been…

I just joined! Can't wait =)

You can count carbs in one column and fiber in the next! That's what I've been doing. No net carb options, but it's pretty easy to subtract them when they're side by side =) @beverlylgrant 116 carbs? I don't think so. Try a different entry? The one I have is (I think) maybe one carb apiece

I just began treatment for tuberculosis, and my medicine-induced diet is going to lend itself VERY easily to weight loss (think very few carbs and very little fat), so my goal for this month is, instead of a numbers goal, just to get to the gym 3 times a week. My energy is going to be so sapped, and I am very scared of the…

I fit into a medium athletic pant from Wal-Mart! I thought they were super cute, but didn't want to get too small for them quickly, so I bought them and figured I'd be wearing them in a month or two. When I got home, I put them on to see how far I had to go- and long story short, I'm wearing them on a treadmill at the gym…

I'm down! And so ready to succeed in this one compared to how I did in March =p

You look incredible! Congratulations. If you don't mind me asking, where did you get that purple bra? It's super cute.

Not to be a creep, but- DEM THIGHS. Your weightlifting regimen must be fantastic

Congratulations! That's so fantastic, way to go you!

My butt (sadly). Not my thighs or my hips- just my butt. Time to start really nailing my squats >:)

Same! Virginia Beach in August, but otherwise- 183, hoping to drop about 40 more pounds, haha. Good luck! ^.^

I have nothing. I'm sleeping much better, but I've been drinking so much. So much. It's definitely hindering my progress, and I know that. I moved in with my best friend from college since I got a job in that town, and I love it, but there's so much beer. SO MUCH. I don't think it's helping, either, that this new job…

For week two! 1. Get appropriate sleep each night: Y'all, having an actual bed is a dream. I feel amazing when I wake up. Don't take the little things for granted, holy moly. My sleep has been so much better. 2. Exercise every day: Every day this week but once. I wish I had a decent excuse, but I honestly just wasn't…

Might as well be the one to say check out this group: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group It's a low-carb group that might be able to give you the support you're looking for =)

You look great! Congratulations, and your family is lucky to have you =)

You look so great! Congratulations on your success so far =)

I think it's normal enough! Isn't it the human condition to try to be the best? Particularly when we're in this mindset, of losing weight, nailing our diets, destroying our workouts, etc., we're working on becoming our better selves... which makes it hard to not go overboard trying to make what we do even more intense for…

If they're working for you and the consensus among medical professionals is split down the middle, I'd think to just keep doing what you're doing. I have to take them just before I eat or afterwards, or else I'm overwhelmingly nauseated.

Are you a member of the Low Carb Daily Forum? You're likely to find some folks who are doing your thing and having varying levels of success. http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group

I feel you! Even when I was skinny enough when I was a weightlifter in college, having a naturally curvy body does not make for a fun time at the gym (PS buying sports bras- like, are you kidding me? Needle in a haystack to find a good one). But who cares? You're focusing on your health. You're doing what's good for your…