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Great idea! I'm thankful to have you as a friend! It's an amazing coincidence that had us find each other, and even cooler that we are bringing more random friends together. Thanks Wendy! You inspire me!

Set small goals for yourself, with rewards along the way.... I didn't do this all at once! First I thought wouldn't it be nice to loose 10 pounds... 80 later, I'm never going back! Reinforcement is KEY! Don't beat yourself up if you don't always follow through, just try again! I started with dieting, then when that was…

Congratulations!

I have been on my journey since October 2011. I've lost 80 pounds. I know you asked for 3 tips, but I had a blog post that addressed your topic, and also have a lot I'd like to share. If it's too much, I guess you could just skim over it. You don't have to be SUPER all at once, but commit to being better every day! First I…

This! +++ Yes! I like to "read" Real BOOKS that are well written, but I liked this book and that's OK too! And I think, the fact that the series, just like True Blood, The Hunger Games and Twilight, got people who haven't read in years back into reading is awesome. Also think its fun, that the book, got us girls talking,…

In the Secret Hours by Marilyn Jaye Lewis is a go back to favorite for me.

great NSV! Thanks for sharing!

I also want to add, that I found it very important to buy a new bra every few months. A good one, for proper back support. Just get one in a neutral color you can wear everyday, and one for the gym. :)

Great topic! I have found stuff on clearance racks, garage sales, thrift stores and asking friends/family for hand me downs. I definitely think it is worth buying a few pairs of staple pants that fit well (for me it was jeans, but whatever you wear to work/socially) so that you can show off your new body as you are…

You were beautiful before, too! Way to go! Congratulations!

3891 + 77 = 3968

I went back 5 weeks ago and checked, and this was accurate for the most part, except I've actually lost one more pound then MFP calculated. Recently I started eating back most of my exercise calories, because I was on a plateau and have come around to the eat more to weigh less philosophy. I have my weight loss goal set to…

I think you have to take into account your activity level setting and how much of your calories you eat back from exercising. But overall, I think it's pretty accurate. I complete my day, and if I remember, I copy the message into my food note and save it into my daily diary. But I don't really make every day the same…

Good question, good answers. These are really tough situations. I've only made suggestions when someone comments that they are tired, they are trying to reset their calories or in a plateau. Then I share my experience with how eating more calories has been successful for me. I hope that I'm being helpful for my friends,…

Wow, I'm not new to MFP or to the 'journey' but I'm so glad I happened upon this! Thanks for writing it!

way to go!!!!

Avatar was a cult following in my house. Kora hasn't caught on as much... I think it's the time it's on.

My husband joined yesterday! Happy dance :)

My husband isn't on yet... recently he started going to the gym with me. And after that he started eating healthier. He's been "participating" with me when I log or use my MFP account at night on the tablet, so I think he'll get an account soon. He's doing well, MFP strategies that I'm sharing with him are helping him be…

You are doing great kayl3igh88! I'm so proud of you! Stick with it!

Good question, it took me THREE frustrating weeks! Hang in there!

I have three I'd like to vent: 1. When people ask me my 'secret' and then they practically roll their eyes at me when I tell them: healthy eating, working hard at the gym and a behavior plan. It's like they'd prefer I was loosing with Jenny Craig or WW. Not so glamorous, that I'm doing it on my own? 2. The awkward position…

Thumbs up to all the supportive comments above. You've just started this journey and you're looking for help, MFP is here for you. I am wondering if you should also consider upping your calories and eating smaller meals throughout the day. First of all, I don't think a half a slice of pizza is bad at all. But the three…

You are AMAZING!!! Thanks for sharing!

I agree... but for me, I've always wanted my husband to care about his appearance a little more. Scruffy is fine, but he sometimes he's too comfortable in his own skin. His insecurity with my new image helped in this department. And since we are married, it is nice that he's started coming to the gym and I can check him…

You could add protein bar shakes and fruit for snacks and veggies to your eggs. View your friend's diaries to get ideas. Also if you're loosing weight, I wouldn't worry too much about it.

I cashe too. Family and I started last year. We go in spurts where we do for a few weeks, then get busy doing other things... lol. Thanks for bringing it up. Great way to get the family fitness level up! I'm in NY...

Does your gym offer free training? Can you meet with the trainer and set up a weight plan so that you lift for 30 min each morning targeting different muscle groups each day? Maybe an arms, legs, abs rotation? I started out alternating the 30 minute weights circuit at Planet Fitness with the abdominal circuit. Then I…

This is a great question! I battle the same issue myself. What do you do at the gym in the morning? Weight training?

wow, way to go! Is that the very same "outfit?" you are rocking it! Keep going!