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Thank you for the link, I will certainly check that out! It's okay about the 'ick', it's all natural and inherent to health. I might be the most decidedly boring person ever. My calories stay within a 200 calorie range most every day (with a larger cheat day maybe once a month). My routine would rival that of Sheldon from…

I like the term 'woosh' because that is what it kinda feels like lol I am retired, so my weeks and weekends don't vary much at all. I hate to say I have been on this weight yoyo for 12 years or more now....gaining it, losing a lot, then letting it creep back on. This will be my 4th or 5rh time achieving a 50+ lb loss, then…

I would think that as well....but it doesn't correlate with a certain time of the month, and my fluid consumption and regular diet really doesn't change that much. I have a pretty set amount of food I stick with. I have what I would consider 'normal fluctuations". But over the years, I have always had this loss, then spike…

What a great post and what a great accomplishment! If anyone knows the work and dedication you have put in, it's certainly others that have gone through it as well! Here is mine to add in. :) One year's time, Dec 2020 313 lbs vs Dec 2021 216 lbs I still have another 40 to 60 lbs to my goal, but I am so much happier than I…

I finally got there, I am at 218 lbs currently, 95 lbs lost! I booked my jump for next weekend. I am SO excited and have amazing little butterflies in my stomach thinking about it.

@12k4 Thank you for that. I was hoping there was maybe a way to view it on the site itself, but your information certainly keeps me from having to tediously click away to find entries. I will take a look at that soon. I do wish maybe a feature could be added, sort of like a personal blog I guess, on this site. I find that…

46 yrs old SW 313 lbs (Dec 2020) CW 227 lbs I restarted my weight loss journey Dec 2020 quite by accident. I needed to help out a friend by dog-sitting for a month or so, and ended up having to walk him on a leash several times a day. I lost 10 pounds that month without realizing it. It was the push I needed. Then, three…

I haven't said anything to anyone about it until just a few days ago...but to go skydiving when I get down to 225 lbs. A couple of years ago, I mentioned to a friend that I had always wanted to do that. She got together with some others and went without me, I was too heavy to go. (Some 'friend' huh?) I have almost hit the…

@LeeH31 Thank you! He is a great mule. He is 27 years old! He is the same one as in my profile photo as well.

At the halfway mark. Dec 2020 vs Sept 2021 70 lbs lost (estimated, don't actually know my heaviest weight) (I lost a lot about 10 yrs ago...then let it creep back on :neutral: )

This is copied from LiveStrong article...this explanation made the most sense to me. I wondered the same as well. LInk for the entire article here: http://www.livestrong.com/article/336835-why-do-caloric-counts-change-when-cooked/ Water Weight You might wonder why, even when foods are cooked without additional fat, their…

I appreciate the fast response. I simply hadn't fiddled with the settings yet, but was also curious about it because it's red everyday. Right now, I am simply wanting to stay under my calorie intake to get some weight off. I am currently injured, so serious exercise is not an option yet. I am active, and move around a lot…

I live almost an hour (one-way) from work/town/grocery stores, etc. So, you can imagine, that once I am in town, I can't skip back home to grab a bite. I was running into the same problem quite often. My solution? I made myself a spreadsheet listing all the places that I am most likely to frequent. I went on their websites…

I tried this recipe a while back. I am not a fan of the overpowering chili, cumin and curry powder. To me, it's too many conflicting strong spices. I will say, if you try this recipe, cut the cauliflower into florets instead of the whole head. The crust is a great, so I will certainly try it again, but change around the…

Good for you!!! This is such a pivotal moment, when you realize your life is changing for the better and that you are now in charge of what you want to do each day, instead of your body being in charge and keeping you from activities. Definitely worth making some noise over :) My husband works out of town for two weeks at…

I spend a lot of time traveling with my husband when he has to go to schools in other states. Most hotels will have at least a microwave in the room, or at least in their lobby. I take microwaveable cups of oatmeal, lean/low sodium soups, nuts, etc. I try to take enough food with me that I can eat breakfast and lunch from…

You have an amazing story! That was not only enjoyable to read, but motivational. Thank you for taking the time to put that down in words!

For mounting from the ground... Sturdy chair (not a folding one) A cotton lead rope or long towel A rafter or beam or something overhead that can support weight I have a doorway that has a large eyebolt sunk into the frame that I can do this with...but anywhere you could do pull ups, you can do this exercise. A regular…

That is wonderful that you can ride again! It's such an awful feeling to be limited by your own body, getting back that freedom is such an incredible thing. I think taking lessons is a great idea...you should look up the amount of calories riding burns, that make you take the plunge! I was shocked when I saw the…

Thank you!

There are not enough adjectives to describe what a wonderful job you have done! We have a start and end goal very close...I was 262 and would like to get down to at least 160 and I am 5'6". Thank you for taking the time to share your photos and story. It's so motivating to see.

Yay! I hit my 60 lbs lost mark finally. Of course, I had to have my son take a quick photo for me before I went out on a ride. I wish he had stood more to the side, instead of behind me! It's so fantastic to look down, and see my saddle seat instead of my own belly :) The most exciting thing? In two-three more lbs, I will…

Hmm, how to say this without sounding a bit pervy?..... That's quite a difference, and the most awesome thing is...although you certainly see it in the before shots, your now leaner face shows off how luscious your lips are! You should certainly always play them up...I know folks that would kill for how gorgeous they are!

Since my mule was one of my main reasons for losing weight, I completely understand! I was suffering from *kitten* ooze...where your rear is oozing over the back of your saddle. I have been enjoying my weight loss progress photos...all photos of me in the saddle. It's better than a pair of jeans to gauge progress! As far…

I am not very tall...5'6". My husband is 5'. Yup, 5'. Do I wear heels?! Absolutely! My husband has no problem with it, he likes being 'boob height'. He lays his chest on them when we hug. A man that has such a hang up on a woman being taller has other self-esteem issues that you haven't even scratched on yet. It would…

Hope this doesn't make me sound too odd...but you have what I would consider the ultimate feminine body. I would love to look like this!

That is a huge transformation. Congratulations on your healthier body and life!

Thank you! Once I posted this photo...I decided to go and try on my last pair of jeans in the 220-215lb pile...and they fit!!! I love hitting these milestones and getting to 'shop' in my closet for clothes that have not seen daylight in many many years :)

Here's another one of mine...they stare me in the face every time I go to get dressed. I am wearing some of these from this photo now :) [img]http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll314/feelingfroggy13/Going going gone/2012-05-05_09-56-31_286.jpg[/img] I should be able to fit into my "You Did It Jeans" at around 180-175lbs.…