MissEllie0426

I just tried the level 1 upper and the level 1 lower...they weren't bad at all! The routine was easy to follow and I can see how you could results if you stick to it. I am looking forward to level 2!

Be happy to add you as a friend!

I needed a chuckle...thank you!

[/quote] "Well they are some of my best friends, and even on top of not being supportive-- they also tell me i can't do it...because im not fit enough...and i'm like well DUH, that's the friggin point!" [/quote] That is really sad...you prove them wrong...you can do this even without their support!

This is a tough one...are these "friends what you would call "close" or just the "sometimes" kinda friends? I have found with some of my friends and even family they didn't seem supportive in my journey...and I would take it personal...but I thought maybe it is because they aren't sure how to support me or with a few it…

Good for you...welcome and best of luck to you Don!

1/2 cup of dry equals 1 cup cooked...hope that helps!

I think a fab meal with the GF is so special there can be no regret! You have to enjoy life and like they say tomorrow is another day!

Good questions...looking forward to seeing responses!

What type of DVD workout is it? There are ways to log everything...walking, kickboxing, yoga...etc

Try level 2 and see how you feel...if it seems too tough go back to level 1...I have weak shoulders and have resigned myself that I may never do great strong push-ups and that is okay :)

Maybe your body is just trying to adjust to all the changes...you have made lots of changes all for the better...but maybe your body is thinking what the heck is she doing to me. From your post it seems you are following all the things that I have seen/heard suggested by others on the forums. Don't give up or get…

I am so with you here...I was a Girl Scout growing up and it is important to me to support the organization that meant so much to me...but right now I grumble each time I open my freezer and see that green Thin Mint box...I want them gone so badly I actually put 2 in my 1st graders lunch bag this morning...they will be…

"Yes, I have a food scale and use it regularly. I also measure everything and put EVERYTHING in my diary. I am not even counting my calories burned (they are just a bonus to me)" Maybe you are not getting enough calories...everyone is different and for some not eating their exercise cals works other need to eat some or…

I agree Courtney is amazing!

I have wondered this exact thing...I have to run to keep up with the treadmill @ 5.0 and I do mean run... the video is fast paced but I am def not running. I have actually said out loud how could it be that pace when on the treadmill I can't hit that pace. So, I totally understand your question but I don't have an answer…

Sound yummy! Thanks for sharing!

Both :)

Hey Chris...I would imagine we share same of the same struggles...would love to compare "notes"...add me as a friend if you would like!

That is looking on the bright side of things! Good workout for sure!

I too am looking for good hummus I can prepare myself...thanks for posting!

I feel your pain! I have a 4 year old and a 6 year old...both are picky! They love fruit which is a great thing...vegetables are another story...corn, potatos, and sometimes broccoli! They love peanutbutter and I have managed the switch to whole wheat bread with no trouble at all (I do have to cut off the crust but I can…

Enjoyed reading this one...nice to know that I have valid reasons to hate my scale...lol

I know what it feels like to move away from family and friends (though not as far as you have traveled)and to feel lonely in a new place...I would be happy to share support with you!

Great Blog...now in my favorites!

That is the best thing I have read in forever!

Thank you! You couldn't have posted this at a better time for me...needed a reminder that it is a process!

I have struggled with this as well...so I am anxious to see if anyone has any ideas on this!

I have been on MFP for a little over a month now and really enjoy all the support! I am also a stay at home mom...I have two boys 6 and 3. Welcome and would love to be your buddy!

From other topics I have read with similar questions...I would say yes you can count your sparkling water in your daily count!