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Friends/motivation needed! https://www.fitbit.com/user/2VFGMF

I just downloaded and I am super excited about this! My name is RunningMama811

My goal is to increase my endurance so my long runs are around the 8-10 mile range. With the weather finally getting nicer, I'll be able to get out and run more, which will hopefully help!

These were taken last week before I went on vacation. I was unable to post them until now....SW: 148.2

SW: 148.2 Wk 1: 150 Up 1.8 pounds, but I was on vacation the first week and admittedly I didn't really focus on exercise or healthy eating. Back at it this week!

I try to eat something every 3-4 hours, and normally get in about 5 small meals a day (3 main and 2 snacks). I try to make things at home as much as possible, but have started to learn what I can get when I'm out so that I don't completely sabotage my healthy eating. I've been trying to incorporate more protein, especially…

I used the Couch to 5k program as well (loved the App). My first 5k was two years ago. Now I run anywhere between 3-4 5ks a year. I wanted to push myself, so I signed up to run the Biggest Loser half-marathon in August! A big jump from a 5k, but so far so good...I'm up to 8 miles for my long run. One thing I've found about…

This is part of the reason why I started going to the gym to run. However, now I'm getting just as annoyed at the gym! My big pet peeves: 1) People who don't wear proper footwear - seriously the lady wearing her snow boots on the treadmill is not only destroying the machine with all the salt and dirt on her boots but she…

I gave up diet pop about a month ago because I was up to 5 or 6 cans a day! (sick, I know) About two days after I stopped I got really shaky, had a terrible headache, was nauseated, and had a fever and chills. My doctor said that this may have been my body's reaction to the lack of aspartame. (Couldn't have been caffeine,…

Feel free to add me! I love the motivation I get from others (and don't worry, I give my fair share too!)

I haven't tried to follow a specific diet. In the past, doing so only led to a constant focus on food that would just make me hungrier. Instead I try to stay between 1300 and 1500 calories and make sure to get at least 15-20 minutes of cardio a day. This time around, I've really focused on making my family healthier. So…

Hey all! Feel free to add me, it's all my friends that keep me motivated so the more the merrier! Age - 29 Height - 5'3 Highest Weight - 210 lbs. (college graduation 2006) Lowest Weight - 140 lbs. (my wedding 2008) Current Weight - 146 lbs. Goal Weight - 125 lbs. I'm the mother of a 3 year old and I am training to run a…

Hi! I'm Bri and I'm from a little town on Lake Erie in Pennsylvania. I've used MFP off and on for the past year or so. I'm not quite sure why I keep stopping, because every time I'm on I lose. During the day I am a special education teacher for 4th-6th grade students with learning disabilities and behavior disorders. To…

At least 10 pounds, but ideally 15-20. That would put me at my goal weight....lowest weight since high school!

Started my first day of my recovery week. I can't get over the fact that I'm a month in! Every time I've started before, I always quit around week 3. Today's workout wasn't too bad, but those Shoulder Burners, yikes! After pushing myself so much with all the other workouts, I almost felt like I was "doggin it" for this one.

What a great idea! Age: 28 (I will turn 29 on Jan 5) Daily calorie goal: 1200 CW: 144 lbs GW (challenge): 130 lbs GW (ultimate): 120 lbs Preferred workouts: Insanity, running (when there isn't 5 ft. of snow outside!), elliptical **I'm looking to add a little to my workout routine, so I'm always open for new ideas)

I eat almonds or some type of nuts on a daily basis. This gives me a lot of protein, plus helps me meet my calorie goal for the day (I tend to be way under). Peanut butter (all natural without sugar added) or any other nut butter also is a good source of protein. I tried the protein powder thing, but had a hard time with…

Just finished Week 4, Day 3 - Plyo. I will admit....I hate the last circuit, especially In Out Abs! Definitely looking forward to a recovery day tomorrow :)

Hey all! I'm Bri. I'm a 28 year old (will be 29 when the challenge officially starts) mother and teacher. I am hoping to lose between 10 and 15 pounds during the challenge. This should bring me pretty close to my ultimate goal of 130 pounds! I am from Erie, PA and actually teach in the same school district I went to. I…

I'm totally guilty of thinking that! What makes it worse, is my hubby is also on MFP and so we have these kind of conversations all the time....we have to run the dishwasher once a day because it fills up with measuring cups so fast! How about the "I weighed myself and then went pee, I better reweigh myself." I'm totally…

Hey all! I'm super excited for this! Currently I'm really close to my 1st "mini goal" of 140 lbs. I'm hoping that by January to be working towards mini goal #2 and I think this is the perfect way to kick off phase 2!

I'm in the midde of week 3 and although I love the workouts, I'm really starting to lose motivation. I'm hoping maybe having some friends to keep me accountable might help!

Hey all! I'm Bri. I'm a 28 year old (soon to be 29!) teacher and mother to a beautiful 3 year old. I've had difficulty with my weight for the past 5 years or so. I lost 50 pounds for my wedding, back in 2008. A few months after I got married, I learned I was pregnant. I gained 75 pounds during my pregnancy! (I have a HUGE…