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I'm 24 and punk rock brings me back to my high school years. I went to so many local punk shows back then. Totally adding you :-)

I have thrown up at the gym multiple times....awkward and definitely gross...

Wise words! You can begin anew tomorrow. You might be down today, but you are NOT out of the race!

Just noting that diet does not necessarily mean a reduced cal or weight loss diet. A diet refers to what you eat, whatever you eat. I don't deprive myself of anything that I really want to eat. Cheese, bread, chocolate, etc.; I eat it all in moderation! What is hardest for me is controlling and reducing my Dr. Pepper…

The food table is always so hard to avoid; its so tempting. Drinking water and seeking support are awesome ways to stay on track. I'm a tea drinking kinda gal when the hunger bug bites and I start feeling the itch to eat those break room cookies. Buy a trinket for your desk or cube or put up a reminder of some type. It…

I struggle here too! I'm an emotional eater. For years if I felt bad about life I would bust out some cookies or comfort food. Not a healthy habit and a hard one to break. I just made myself a motivation poster for my kitchen. I can't open my fridge or cupboards without seeing it. It has words and pictures to remind me of…

Meet your new BFF the veggie tray. Eat before the party if you can. BYOB to the party. That way you'll know what exactly is in that drink and when you're out of what your brought, you're out. I like bringing sparkling water to parties and ALWAYS having a glass at least half full in my hand. It keeps the drunkies from…

Fresh fruit and 2 Tbs. of frozen cool whip! Coating fresh fruit with greek yogurt and freezing is also delicious! When I crave chocolate, I measure out 1/2 a serving of semi-sweet chocolate chips and eat them one by one. Let them melt; don't chew. The melt in your mouth richness satisfies my sweet tooth without damage.…

Coconut, almonds, avocados, and other vegan friendly fare have GOOD fats. Your body needs fats and fatty acids, and eating these good fats isn't going to kill you or hurt your body. Your body likes the good fats! The way the body processes coconut oil (fat) is different from how it uses something less beneficial like fast…

I"m Rachel. I was diagnosed about 6 months ago, but I've really known I'm ADHD my whole life. I tend to eat mindlessly and when I'm bored. I will sometimes find myself eating and then step back and realize I don't even remember going into the kitchen.

AWESOME WORK! Lane Bryant is gonna go out of business with all of us ladies getting fitter and slimmer. Now, on to shopping for some new threads! Going shopping and being a smaller size than before has got to be one of the best rewards of losing weight. Congrats to you!

YAAAAAY! It's the little things that make all of the work worth it.

You look like a different person; congrats on your progress! Keep at it!

Thank you so much for this post! Your motivation and bravery inspire me. I worked at a nursing home/rehab facility for several years. Some of the residents that broke my heart the most were the people in their 60s and 70s who ate themselves to morbid, disabling obesity and reaped all of the terrible consequences of their…

Adding you because our profile pictures are basically the same. Twinsies!

Skipping a workout or eating more than planned doesn't have to be a "failure". It's all how you talk to yourself about your behavior. Instead of, "I skipped the gym and I'm a bad awful failure. I'm no good." say, "I skipped the gym tonight because I was busy and tired and chose not to. I can go tomorrow and get back on…

Adding you as a friend! Don't worry about the weight fluxes. Our bodies change each and every day. Last week I lost size around my middle and my pants were feeling baggier than ever, but the scale said I had gained 5 pounds. This week it said I'm still on track to reaching my personal goal. I think my body was hoarding…

Eat before you go, or bring a ziploc of veggies to munch on. Also, always have a glass in your hand. Drink a light beer or red wine to start. Have your 1-2 drinks and then be done. Carry around water or better yet sparkling water with natural flavoring. It will look like a vodka tonic or gin and tonic, and when the…

Sounds like it's time to get the hubby and son on board, the Wii balance board that is! Have your hubby or son teach you how to hook the Wii up to the TV. He'll feel happy to teach you something new and you'll be able to hook it up yourself next time. Challenge the family to some of the games on the Wii fit; make it a fun…

Hi Amy! I know full well what it's like to change meds and have a halt in weight loss. It's so discouraging. As far as food goes, be sure to eat a balanced diet with lots of produce, lean meats, and whole grain carbs. Drink lots of water and consume enough calories each day so your body doesn't freak out and go into…

College, grad school, and desk jobs have made me a chubster. Feel free to add, all of you fabulous 20 somethings!

We look like we have similar body types and goal weights. My middle name is Leanne. This means I'm adding you :-)

Its seems to me that he's trying to be supportive, but doesn't know how. The whole demonizing of the eating thing is not going to help you and isn't healthy for your relationship. I suggest sitting down and sharing your diet plan with him and explaining your body's NEED for continued caloric intake to actually lose the…

thanks happilycyn!

Where do I find chia seeds?

I'm getting married Oct. 6th and have about 20 to lose as well. I have trouble staying motivated. I tend to beat myself up and really get down on myself. I'm using my dress as well as my long term goals to stay motivated.

adding you! I'm getting married in oct. :-)

Yaaay for motivation!

I just completed my first day! I'm so proud of myself! I've never liked to run. I ended and felt great, but felt like I could still do more :-)

I'm in grad school and live my parents, and my Mom comes home from work and binges on chips and brownies. My Dad and finace can eat whatever they want and stay skinny. Not fair. I've let my family in on my weight loss and health goals. They've been super supportive of me. I've found that if I ask my Mom to put healthy food…