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This is really inspiring!! I started working out this spring, and was mostly sticking to 30 minute sessions. I've had great results, but realized the only way to do better is to do more. So the last few weeks I've been running longer and doing longer strength/resistance workouts. This month, so far, I've done about 9…

Too many times we hold ourselves to unrealistic standards which allow us to spiral out of control with every little setback. I myself missed my usual morning workout and am hoping to fit one in this afternoon. However, if I'm not able to, oh well. It's a rest day and I move on. I really admire your great attitude. Keep up…

Yes...I am just off a vacation week (preceded by a friends wedding) and "gained" 6 lbs...not cool. But once I started eating healthier, stopped drinking alcohol and got back in my work out routine, I'm down 4 lbs and working hard on those other two. It has me thinking that the next time I go on vacation, I will plan a week…

Awesome accomplishment!! Hate those charts :mad:

I am very sorry you are dealing with this. I am sure you've gotten very good advice on these boards related to fitness, but unless someone here is a social worker or has some really relevant life experience, it's a very long shot for you to find real help for this serious issue here. Is there someone at your school whom…

I'm in....it may motivate me not to drink at the cookout I'm going to this weekend (always a challenge). I agree the less alcohol, the better I feel and the more solid I performance I see in my workouts and day to day activities. So, Last drink: Aug. 14th two weeks: Aug. 28th Let's see how long we can keep it going! I have…

Yes, and no. First, are you warming up properly? I was finding myself struggling with many of the things you mentioned (harsh breathing; achy knees, hips, ankles; foot pain; side stitches) around .5 - 1 mile marks. I realized my little 10 sec walk down my driveway just wasn't enough for me. So now I try to walk and…

cwolfman13, it wasn't that big and I was pretty shocked when I looked it up on MFP and it came up as 976. It was a spinach wrap, grilled chicken, spinach, eggplant (possibly fried, but not breaded), mozzarella and some type of pesto aioli. The restaurant website does not list the nutritional value on their page, but…

I SOOO needed to read this info this morning. I gained 4lbs from being on vacation last week, having aunt flo visit and then working out really hard yesterday...So now I feel a lot better about my "gain" today. PS. Ems500c, I was clicking this post to jump on the horrible bandwagon, about having to return to work after a…

Everything and anything. I just had it with reduced fat wheat thin, seasoned with black pepper and lots of chili powder. So good!

Great work! Aren't you glad you made yourself accountable and were rewarded with the fantastic loss!

Four slices of Cajun Turkey breast, two slices of cheese and COFFEE....ready for lunch.

I :heart: you!! Seriously. Your story is similar to mine, half hearted gym time and not much progress. Then one day, something clicks...maybe it's all the posts here on MFP, maybe it's a PT pushing you, or maybe it's just your brain catching up to your desires, but...it clicks and we finally figure we have to push out of…

This is pretty accurate for me: Coffee Bananas Natural Peanut Butter Baby Spinach Chicken Breast

I realized this morning that I since April that I have lost 23lbs and am 7lbs away from hitting my goal I set for September 15th. I have never stuck to a diet before, and to be honest, I don't see what I am doing now as a diet either....I have committed to a healthier lifestyle, eating consciously and finding exercises…

Congratulations on your hard work and dedication. You look great and I bet you feel so much better as well!!

WOW...amazing transformation!! Congratulations and good luck at your 5K tomorrow!

I see a huge difference, so keep taking your pics and doing what is working. You look great and I am sure you feel a lot better also!

Anyone else feeling like the OP was just a troll? No more activity since Friday.

I may have to change my name to Perdue...I am all about the chicken and eggs! Also: Frozen Fruit Almond Milk Coconut water Spinach Arugula Peanut butter Oatmeal Almonds Greek Yogurt Cottage Cheese Tuna Sweet Potatoes Protein Powder Black Beans Hot Sauce chickpeas I feel antsy when I run out or get low on any of these.…

So, I'm one of those who has my calories set at 1200 for a 2lb/week loss. I've been doing it now for about 4 months. . . . . . Everyone done hooting and hollering, sharing your opinions with me? K, good. So. my reasons for this, is that I'm an overeater. I like food, and wine and ice cream. I needed to restrict my…

**Breathe of fresh air inserted** Thank you!!

Thanks for the :heart: . All the work the past few weeks was worth it!! And thanks for the Cookies :wink:

Wow, great story and motivator. So much of this is mind over matter, you've proved it for a year. Thank you for sharing!

Congratulations!! You deserve the pampering!

Thank you for sharing! I think so many of us start out working "really hard" (as we perceive it) those first few weeks and see a huge loss, then get disappointed quickly when our weight loss slows. Your story, your enthusiasm and your fitness are real motivators for those of us who are slow but steady! Congrats on your…

Hi Jimmie, welcome to MFP and congratulations for starting this journey! You will learn a lot on these boards, some good, some bad, but as long as you are committed to your health and getting fitter, it will happen.

It's Friday...where is the OP? If she listened to half of these post, she's in the hospital. What's funny, and I see this mostly with drivers, not runners/cyclists, but people will act a certain way (tough) while in the safety of their car or when they feel a bit anonymous (like on the internet), however in real life they…

I am wearing size 10 white jeans today. I've lost 22 lbs since April, completed a C25K program, stuck to a regular workout routine, learned to eat consciously and have more energy, strength and confidence in my ability. On Sunday I am running a 5k. In 5 weeks I'm signed up for Mudderella and in 11 weeks I'm doing the Color…