mowink55

So true!!!!

I think 'way to go for taking control of your life'! Keep going. No one is going to take care of you but you.

Most scales are not accurate. Mine can fluctuate by three pounds, depending how I "lean" on it. When I'm depressed, I lean backwards to get a lighter reading......if I am serious about weighing myself, I step on and off a few times and take the average. Good luck, don't let the scale beat you up. Focus on the good things…

MFP name: mowink55 Real name: Mo Goal weight for 3/31/2012: 155 Thursday 3/1: 160 Monday 3/5: 160 Monday 3/12 Monday 3/19 Monday 3/26 Friday 3/31

I think you're right....... .....according to an article I just read, the crossover point is around 5mph for most people, depending on their gait: http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/2580/exercise-does-running-burn-more-calories-than-walking

You are SPOT ON! I have been doing this for 25 days and only have a 3 pound weight loss......not as bad as the original poster's, but depressing to me. I try to take pride in the fact that I am getting healthier and stronger, no matter what the scale says.

I just joined MFP last Wednesday. I am 5'7" and started at 165, so your success is wonderful motivation for me. Thank you!

I'm sorry you are feeling betrayed by your friends, but maybe you should step back and look at why this is bothering you so much. I am a woman and I try to keep these mini-dramas out of my life. If someone has an issue with your friendships, then that person has the issue. Not you. Since this is a food-related board, then…

I agree........don't beat yourself up. Enjoy the indulgence and vow to do a little more exercise. This should be a lifestyle change, not a one day thing.

How many calories do you think are in your Monster Smoothie?