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Thanks for the tips.

Thank you for your feedback. Great advice and insight. I do use a heartrate monitor and I love it as it not only tracks calories burned but it motivates me as well. I think I am going to allow myself to eat back exercise calories when I am hungry, and see how that works. Eating more nutrient rich foods and less processed…

I just got bags of edamame and I love them. They help as there are lots and it takes a while to eat. I cook a bag before studying and just eat on them as I go. They are planned, healthy, and taste so good. I also try to change my behaviors so I don't get into a pattern as habits are hard to break. Also remember, good…

What a transformation! You should enjoy your success as you are truly a beautiful woman with a strong dedication towards a healthier lifestyle. Enjoy onederland! Impressive and motivational. Thank you for sharing your journey.

Keep going! Sorry to hear you have lost your motivation because you look amazing! Hopefully, after everyone posts you will have the positive energy you need to keep going. I hope to have before and after pictures to post as you have. Thank you.

Impressive! Motivational for sure.

Thank you for posting. I love before and after pictures as they are so motivational. Your pictures show dramatic results and you should be so proud of yourself for all the time you put into taking better care of yourself. Way to go.

I am with you. A pound a week is my average. Stick with it. Your hard work is paying off and you are healthier even if you aren't getting the results you want yet. Patience is something I struggle with as well, but keep at it and you will look back at where you were today and be thankful you didn't quit.

Congratulations! What a difference. Very inspiring. My initial goal is also 150 lbs (I will readjust that goal when I get there) but this is very helpful. Portion control is a challenge and I completely understand the need to weigh and measure. You are going strong. I heard a great quote: "Bad habits are hard to break, but…

Just looking at bikinis today dreaming of going shopping later! Great idea.

You look incredible! Way to go. Any secrets to your success? Thanks for posting.

Wow! you look like a completely different person. My goal is to lose 50 lbs. Thanks for the inspiration.

You are a true inspiration. Thank you!

Inspiring! So happy for you. What are the things you are enjoying most now (that maybe you didn't before)? Celebrate your success! Congratulations.

I am starting over today and also have 50 lbs to lose as my goal. Maybe we can motivate each other?

The book Body for Life actually promotes a cheat day. Interesting read. Check out the website at http://bodyforlife.com/. You can usually pick up the book in a used bookstore.

I found Crepes at Albersons that are only 50 calories each, and filled them with strawberries and a little fat free cool whip. Delicious! No one would even know it is low calorie. Just a simple idea.

Great to meet you. I just started on here yesterday too. You have a great attitude and I think having a goal to be healthier overall will help you sustain your goals and the weight will come. Congratulations on taking the first step. Stay at it!