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Great motivation! You look awesome! Hard work pays off.

I am a lifetime WW member and it has worked for me in the past, but the last time I did it, I ended up gaining weight. I joined MFP and like counting calories rather than points. When they let you have unlimited fruits and vegetables, that didn't work for me. I started cutting down significantly on carbs and fruits during…

I am a Texas girl. Grew up in Oak Cliff, then to North Dallas, Garland and Sachse before being transferred to Austin. Worked in downtown Dallas, lower Greenville, Addison, etc. Live in the Bastrop area for the last 4 years and love it here. Could use some Texas friends.

57 here and we can still do it. I've lost 27 pounds since April and 39 pounds in the last two years. It is a little slower than when I was younger, but I feel great and sure don't feel like I am in my 50's. Enjoying life to the fullest.

We haven't been on a week long vacation yet (have a cruise planned in December), but we do a lot of weekend getaways. I do take my IP premade shakes, IP bars, and packets of pina colada drink mixes. I still have a light lunch with protein, salad, and green vegetable. At night, I usally eat what I want, but watch my…

My doctor put me on it because my Vitamin D level was so low. I haven't seen any difference in weight loss other than I do have more energy than I had before.

You have come to the right place. I have been on a month and have found so much support here. You can do it! Feel free to add me as a friend. Sending you a request. Tommie

Austin, TX USA

Welcome aboard! You can do it. Feel free to add me as a friend for support.

I would definitely schedule a doctor's appointment and have your bloodwork done just to be on the safe side. When I first started dieting, I had no energy and they found out I was very low in Vitamin D (-12) and had me take Vitamin D tablets twice a week . That helped so much. Also, I had stomach pains and felt horrible…

I was excited that Jillian Michaels is joining Biggest Loser in January, but this Bob Harper challenge is even Bigger! Wow! I may have to pull out that DVD again. If he had been dressed like that, it would have definitely motivated me more. I'm in.

My calorie goal is 1200, but Monday-Thursday I usually go below that. Then on the weekends, I always add more calories. The problem with that is you end up maintaining your weight rather than losing. It's better to stay within your goal, but it is really difficult for me on the weekend because I enjoy going out and having…

2003 Infiniti G35 Red. Would like a new car, but it still drives great.

How many of just did that exercise at our desk? lol. Thanks for the tip.

Keep up the good work. It's sounds like we joined about the same time.

You have been through a lot this year. I went through a difficult divorce too and it was a very stressful time in my life. Just think of it as a new beginning and a fresh start to do whatever you want to do. Sometimes change is good. You are going to be okay. Don't be so hard on yourself. The weight will come off and you…

You are doing great and the fact that you got back on track on a holiday is a biggie. Pat yourself on the back for getting back on program. You will probably still lose weight this week, but even if you don't, don't be so hard on yourself. I am glad to hear someone else went over their calories as much as I did. It's a new…

Welcome to IP. I use egg whites and fresh vegetables in my herb omlette and it is good. The best advice I can give is to stick to the plan exactly and you will see results. The minute you start adding things you shouldn't, that's when it is easy to go off plan. I did very well in the first three months and this last month…

Don't get discouraged. Summer is over and now it's time to get serious again. I just logged a weekend worth of binging and it was tough, but I made myself do it. This shows me why I put on weight and why I need to get focused again. You are a beautiful young lady and you've lost before and you can do it again. Just start a…

I love Not Your Daughter Jeans. Now they have them in all colors. They fit great!

Everything looks delicious! Please share your recipes. Thanks.

Welcome aboard. You are welcome to add me as a friend. We can all support each other.

I stick to wine and it helps. Try to stay away from the sweet drinks and margaritas that add extra calories. I use to drink beer, but the carbs add the weight on.

It sounds like you are going to be very successful this time. You know what to do and have the tools to do it. You have come to the right place for support. MFP has helped me and you are going to do great! Please feel to add me as a friend. Best of luck to everyone.

It sounds like we are about the same size. I am 152 and 5'2". I have to stay at or under 1200 calories to lose weight. One thing that has helped me is to cut down on carbs. During the week, I stay away from potatoes, pasta, rice, and sugar. On the weekend, I go off a little, but have noticed that the carbs really put the…

I have two 5 pound weights, 10 pound kettleball, and lots of videos. I mainly use Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred and the other one with kettleball. Zumba is great to do at home as well. I still go to the gym, but workout at home when I can't get motivated to go. Best of luck!

I have lost most of my weight from cutting down on pasta, rice, potatoes, cheese, and sugar. I normally cut it out during the week, but on the weekends will splurge a little. I do eat more protein and lots of fresh vegetables. Best of luck in your weight loss. You are welcome to add me as a friend and we can motivate each…

I tried a belly dancing class years ago and enjoyed it. Bought the little symbols(sp?) and everything. Did it a couple of times and they said it wouldn't flatten my stomach, but would harden what I had...back then I thought my stomach was too big. lol. Anyway, I agree with everyone that Zumba has some great belly dancing…

MFP is great and there are a lot of folks here to motivate you. Please feel free to add me and we can all motiviate each other. Best of luck in your weight loss. You can do it!!

Welcome aboard. I have only been a couple of months and love it! A lot of support here. Feel free to add me as a friend and we can support each other.