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Hi All, I would love to join this challenge. I have been struggling for so long. I actually did lose 100 lbs. two years ago, but have since gained back 70 lbs. I'm having health issues again due to the extra weight, so I need to act now. I'm here to support everyone, and hopefully to get support. Name: Jessica SW: 243 CW:…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake (makes 16 oz., 500 calories, use as a meal replacement) 1 medium Dole Banana, sliced into 8 pieces, FROZEN 1.5 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 1 scoop 100-calorie Muscle Milk Protein Powder, Vanilla Creme 1 cup skim milk 2 Tbsp. Skippy Natural Peanut Butter, Creamy
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1) Support system--my co-workers are involved and rooting me on. 2) I do try to get 10,000 steps per day (we have a "move challenge" going on at work right now, so that helps). 3) Accountability. I have a personal trainer that I check in with remotely once per week. He keeps me going! 4) Having goals. If I have something…
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Hi! I have chronic depression and anxiety, and have recently started my weight loss journey (about 9 weeks ago). I'm also on medication (been on various Rx for most of the past 16 years), and have started thinking about seeing a therapist. When I first started ramping up my activity level, I had a much greater sense of…
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I agree about needing to include strength training! If you've experienced getting bulky from strength training, try using lighter weights with higher number of reps. This should help tone your body while minimizing the bulkiness. Remember, though: the more muscle you build, the more fat your body will burn. Good luck!
