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@55 - That's great - that's a pound lost per week right there!!

Hey everyone (and welcome to all the newcomers)... It's already Dec 5th, and I'm finally checking in. I may have indulged a little too much during my birthday celebrations... and now the Christmas celebrations are starting up. It's going to be a tough month, but I need to get some focus, as I've been heading in the wrong…

Eek! I have a 1 pound gain to post for the month... AGAIN - I gained 1 pound in October too... This is a bad pattern. Nov 1st: 149 Dec 1st: 150

Monday was a repeat food / water / sleep -wise, but I didn't get in any exercise. Repeat again today, with exercise...

We had our 'celebration' meal on Saturday night, and I am more focused now that it is over with. Today, I increased my protein intake and limited my carb intake (no bread, rice, pasta, etc, but ate lots of veggies) and drank lots of water. I went for a walk with a friend tonight, while hubby put the girls to bed. I'm going…

I don't have much to brag about, but I wanted to say 'cheers' to those of you who are sticking to your goals, whether it be eating, exercise, or sleep! :drinker: I've been thinking about 'sleep' more and more lately, and I think it's time that I start getting more of it. It is one of my biggest challenges, as the more…

Ah, well, with the Halloween hangover, my October results ended up as a 1 pound gain... :blushing: Back at it today, my Nov 1st starting weight is 149, so my goal for Dec 1st is 144 (or less, of course!). I will need to put some serious effort forth this month, as I have been 'coasting' for a few months now.

Eek! I have a 1-pound gain to post for the month. Oct 1st: 148 Oct 3rd: 147 (-1 pound) Oct 17th: 147 Nov 1st: 149

Still recovering from my cold, but managed to get out for a 30 min walk + 20 min run today. Hopefully the exercise will kick start me into healthier food choices. I've been eating way too much for the last week. I'm hoping to reverse some damage and not to have to post a gain this month.

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Ditto

My punches are flailing, but not hitting the target... :tongue: Only a few days left to get my act together. I haven't eaten any halloween treats yet (miracle of miracles), but have somehow made up for it with other foods. Sometimes with silly things I don't even normally eat, like crackers...

For me, a few nuts are not enough to satisfy me, and I don't want to go overboard with them since they are higher in cals, so I eat something low-cal with them to make it more filling, like an apple and almonds. Apple slices spread with peanut butter are also yummy. I do this with my other snacks as well: usually a high…

I'm trying very hard not to overeat today... The last few days have been tough, and I feel like I've been "feeding the cold"... All I want is comfort food when I'm feeling crappy, and that is not helping the scale any. :grumble:

Jen, we're all rooting for you. I need to maintain my loss all weekend before I'll make it 'official'. I took part of the day off work today, since I am coming down with a cold, and was awake most of the night (hubby and baby girl are sick too). I'm not overly 'sick' myself (sore throat and a bit of runny nose, but no…

Sneak peek on the scale was motivational today... I was down to 145, which is a 3 pound loss for the month, so maybe I'm not out of this month's 5 lb challenge after all... Never give up! Punch, punch, punch!!!

Ok - this is just wrong. My ad banner to the right is currently displaying a poutine (fries with cheese and gravy)... Isn't this a diet site? Anyway, another day off to a good plan start. I've got healthy options packed for lunch and snacks, and at least a half of a plan for supper. I will need to fit in some exercise…

Ok, as I mentioned, Monday is my hectic night but I did ok. I ate a bowl of the chili I prepped last night - yay! I had one Girl Guide chocolate mint cookie, and although cookies are not on my meal plan, I am quite impressed that I only ate one. I am totally addicted to these cookies, and normally eat at least 4 at a…

I haven't been following a strict Dukan diet, but am reading the book and incorporating several Dukan suggestions in my low-carb life: * I am totally loving the oat bran galettes. I make mine with 3 Tbsp oat bran, 3 Tbsp greek yogurt, 1 egg, sprinkle of cinnamon and a dash of vanilla - then after it's cooked, I cut it in…

Oct 1st: 148 Oct 3rd: 147 (-1 pound) Oct 17th: 147 Even though I do not have a loss to report since my last weigh-in, I am actually quite happy not to be reporting a gain. I have been off and on track this month, lots of ups and downs. I realize I still have a long ways to go in the next 15 days to reach goal... The good…

Theresa, so glad you are back on track!! I have been on the fence for a few weeks, so I know how you feel. Let's stick with it for the rest of the month, and see if we can live up to this month's mission, and "punch October in the face"!

Jen+2, way to go on your run!! You've got some great numbers on the scale - keep up the great work! You will soon be in the 130's - doesn't that sound amazing?! I hope you enjoyed your 5k! (and the beer :drinker: )

Here's another tip... 9 Energy Boosters By Kristyn Kusek Tip 4 of 9: Get an Energy Boost From Exercise Regular workouts boost energy stores by conditioning the body to make optimal use of oxygen and glucose, its two primary fuel sources. You need only 30 minutes of exercise, three times a week, to get the cardiovascular…

I have to admit that I haven't been doing very well. I typically start off the day ok, but then crash and burn by either mid-afternoon or evening. I haven't been exercising, so I need to get focused this weekend. I'm getting perilously close to the 150 mark on the scale again, and need to be down to 143 to meet the 5 lb…

Here's another tip... 9 Energy Boosters By Kristyn Kusek Tip 3 of 9: Get an Energy Boost From Deep Breathing Shallow breathing prevents the body from getting enough oxygen. Many people fail to breathe deeply when they feel tense, which is one reason they may feel zapped at the end of a stress-filled day. “The general…

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My Pilates instructor told me that muscle cramps are from being dehydrated. Try drinking more water. Hope you're better.

I made the mistake yesterday of not eating lunch. I didn't bring a lunch to work, then had a meeting around lunchtime, etc. I really need to make eating my meals on time a higher priority, because.... (doom doom doom - music of terror)... at supper time I was so frustrated and hungry that I ended up eating McDonald's for…

Here's another tip... 9 Energy Boosters By Kristyn Kusek Tip 2 of 9: Get an Energy Boost From Moving Around The more active you are, the better your circulation will be. And good circulation is “essential for energy because blood transports oxygen and nutrients―fuel for the cells―to the muscles, brain, etc.,” says…

To follow Terri's lead in previous months, I read an interesting article that I thought I'd share with you all. It's from the REAL SIMPLE magazine website. It's about natural ways to increase your energy. I'll share one tip per day on random days throughout the month - there are 9 in total. 9 Energy Boosters By Kristyn…