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I think a lot of it is "mental." We "dread" getting off our rear-ends and starting but once we do the blood is flowing, maybe some feel-good endorphins kick in, and it's pretty darn good :-) I know that I've been told (and it's true for me) that if you just feel like not exercising on a given day, commit to just 10 or 15…

I agree - and shoot for 20 - 25 grams/day. It's good for your health all the way around!

Thursday mornings right before I step in the shower - before food/drink.

I very much prefer to eat that way - I frequently find myself eating with colleagues for lunch (restaurant meals are always tough for me) and they are frequently not healthy meals. My hubby and I also like to make our "big" meal lunch on the weekends - more time to let the food settle and we avoid the crowds when we go…

Every female is different and every female responds differently to hormonal birth control. I used Depo for 13 years with no ill effects, came off for two years and had a bone density scan (no problems), and have happily been using Depo again for the past 2 years. I don't do well with pills (forgetting, nausea, etc.) and am…

You've been given a lot of good advice (walk River Street, enjoy the sights and sounds of City Market - day and night, take a picnic and enjoy Forsyth Part, Ft. Polaski, the misc. tours), but Savannah is a town that likes good food :-) So I'll add some of my favorites to the list...Garibaldi's for Italian, Goose Feather's…

A handful of berries - they are sweet, high in fiber and antioxidants, and I find them satisfying because they pack so much flavor. Last night I grabbed a handful of blackberries and it hit the spot!

I'm all about oatmeal - 1/4 cup dry cooked with 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup skim milk, some splenda, some cinnamon, and a piece of fruit diced up in it (peaches and bananas) are my favorite. If I don't feel like oatmeal I do the diced up fruit with plain greek yogurt.

There are as many answers to your question as there are different people; I'll share what I do. 1. I lift weights two times per week - both times I do a full body workout. 2. I use moderately heavy weights - usually 10 or 12 lb dumbbells. You may need to start with 5 or 8 lbs. 3. On one day I do the following circuit three…

I think it takes at least 2 weeks. After two weeks of being very careful about my quantities, and speed (a big issue for me), of eating, I saw a change in that I became satisfied much sooner. And, when I've had a few days where I have not been very "good" I actually felt very uncomfortable and icky....

Welcome and good luck! Like you, I enjoy reading the posts because many are very inspirational.

I concur; and if you look at the USDA recommendations for sugar (which MFP appears to be based upon) they very clearly make a distinction between added sugars and naturally occuring sugars that coexist with fiber and nutrients. So, yes, moderation in everything, but I would not beat myself up over sugar from fruit,…

Hi Joye - You hang in there. The fact that you have dealt with years of frustration and still have the stamina to tackle ths is really inspiring. Good luck!

I have to say, I'm right there with you. My weight has fluctuated since college, and so has my fitness level. After a doctor's visit two weeks ago I decided it was time to "do it right," meaning no crazy low-carb, starvation, or other trendy diets. Just eat less, move more. I hope this site works well for you, so far I've…

I'm not a big fan of cleanses, mainly because I like to eat and they kill my energy for exercise (I actually feel ill after a day or so). What I have done when given the chance (hubby gone for the week) is simply put myself on a fairly stringent eating plan that is low cal and low "work." For example, every morning is 1/4…

Welcome! I just joined a little over a week ago (went to the doctor, she put me on the scale and there was no more denial!). Anyhow, I've found logging every little morsel of food I eat helps me be accountable and I like the motivation to exercise - I'm sure you'll find lots of things and people to like too. Best wishes!

Not an exact recipe - and by many people's standards not perfectly healthy (depends on if you are OK with some fat), but I always enjoyed multiple versions of "smothered chicken" where I would bake my boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and then add 1) sauteed mushrooms, bacon crumbles, diced tomatoes, provolone or swiss…

I had never even thought to look there - but what a great idea. And if you have a wii, you can stream them directly to your TV. Thanks for pointing this out - now I want to go check them out.

My current favorite: 1/4 cup oatmeal (dry), cooked w/ 1/2 cup water, cinnamon, and splenda. After it's ready, I add 1/4 cup skim milk and heat some more. Finally, I top it off w/ 1/4 cup Special K low fat granola. I just love the combination of warm, cinnamon, and crunchy!

I'm another newbie from NC - truly hoping that journaling will keep me accountable! Best of luck to you and everyone out there just starting on this journey (again!).

I'm new to MFP and live in New Bern. Would love to be part of your group!