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I have the same problem. I think most people still have a "diet" mentality. I am in maintanance now, so when I turn down donuts and crap at work, people make comments like "why are you still trying to lose weight?" Duh! If I eat like I did before, guess what would happen? It's a lifestyle change people! I am trying to…

What a great start! Keep up the good work. It only gets better!

I'd say you are better off buying fresh. The clean food is important to weight loss. If you are not sure about cals, just estimate. I really don't worry to much about veggie cals. Also, a food scale is helpful.

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The elliptical machine at my gym overestimates calories burned by about 25% according to my polat ft4 hrm. I still lost 25 lbs using the machine estimates and mfp. Just recently got the hrm. On the bright side, mfp underestimates my strength training cals burned!

New clothes! I can't stop looking at myself in cute clothes. It feels so good. Not to mention all the cash I spent on the new duds. MUST STAY IN SHAPE! MUST STAY IN SHAPE!!!

My hrm seems to track cals fine with strength training. I have a polar ft4. I keep my HR up by moving quickly from set to set, or sometimes I swing a kettlebell between sets to keep the HR up. I burn as much during strength training as I do with my cardio. I try to burn 400 cals each for cardio and weights.

Jillian Michaels shred it with weights, and Billy Blanks dance workout. I only do them if I don't go to gym. They are not my regular workout, but good options when you are busy or can't make it to the gym. I'm curious about the yoga options.

Me too!

The pictures tell the story. Great job!

My favorite breakfast is a serving of cheese grits with a fried egg on top. Eggs being protein keep you going till lunch time. Can you Fit in a mid-morning snack...cheese stick or granola bar?

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Just go back to good eating. I wouldn't worry about trying to make up for it. Today is a new day. Forgive yourself and move on. If you try to make up for it you may get too hungry and make bad choices. Everyone has high cal days, it's part of life.

I had the same problem. I had a metal guard put in my wedding ring. They said it would be difficult to resize. The guard is working great. Congrats on the weight loss!

Aww shucks guys! You made me feel so much better. I knew you would understand:)

I do Jillian Michaels shred it with weights with a 15 lb KB. It's a 30 minute workout and I burn about 300 cal according to my HRM. It's a great workout. I would give yourself 300 cals. It may be more, but I usually under estimate just to be on the safe side. Good luck!

I will read this article. I will admit that before/after shots inspire me, but it bugs me when people are so derisive and nasty to their "before" selves. I'm a nurse and have always been in awe of what our bodies are capable of...fat or thin. Before losing weight I stll made an effort to honor my body and appreciate it for…

If you have cable or comcast, try fitness TV. Lots of options and different types of workouts.

Yep. I read that yesterday as well. I too always do my intense cardio before moving to the weights. I always thought I could perform the weights better with warm muscles. Who knew! I'm not sure if I am going to change or not. I've done pretty well so far. Maybe it's worth trying. I also prefer cardio to strength training,…

I have cleaned up my diet a lot since starting mfp, but one thing I do not do is sugar free or low fat or fat free products. I've been successful with keeping my butter and full fat products as long as the rest of the menu is clean. I rarely go over my fat and carb allowance even with full fat and sugar products. I know…

Totally agree. Especially the carbs. Carbs beget carbs. I have not allowed myself more than a day or two of "relaxed" eating because I know that the backlash will be brutal. Not worth the cravings and hunger.

Bring a towel! I think Lycra shorts work best. Lots of water!

Yep. Chocolate always tastes good. That will never change:)

Totally agree. I'm proud that I have lost weight, but just as proud that there are so many unhealthy foods that I no llonger crave. Don't get me wrong, I still indulge here and there, but for the most part, I now crave the good stuff!

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Didn't like it! Very extreme approach with much gratuitous profanity. I'm not a prude, and I tend to gravitate towards edgy stuff, but I thought this book was worthless. I suppose if you are contemplating veganism it may be worth a look.

Oh my gosh! I have to do a dance video several times before I can follow along. Keep trying. You will feel great once you get it. As long as you are getting your HR up, it's working!

Yup! Good for you! Success doesn't mean never falling off the wagon. Success is getting back on!