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Nice work, that's quite a difference!

I was in a really unhealthy relationship for a few years and I finally left him. He also had a lot of bad habits that rubbed off on me. I took some time to really reflect and think about what I wanted in my life and overhauled my entire lifestyle. I've been losing weight, getting in better shape, paying off debt, got a way…

When my cat passed away I had her cremated but I didn't want the ashes back which made it profoundly cheaper. I don't remember how much it was, but I'm sure it was under $100. I'm sure size of the animal affects price (I haven't read all the posts so don't know if you mentioned if it's a big dog or not). I didn't want the…

I was up to about a large E cup at my heaviest. I've lost almost 40 pounds and am now a DD. I have some damage in my lower back and it has gotten a bit better but I don't know if that is from weight loss because I started going to chiro and massage at the same time I started losing weight. I do notice that the pain is a…

I jut got it and so far have done the Diamond Dozen and the Energy workout. I'm looking forward to trying out the rest of them and working my way up! I'm not new to yoga, but this is different, and even on beginner level I felt a little something.

I think it is probably a bit low for me too, but I'm okay with that, because I don't need to eat back all the calories anyway!

I LOVE hiking. Not only is it a great workout, but the time in nature combined with the exercise is a total stressbuster. I also go with a friend so we get to do our catching up while hiking. I also go for a lot of walks. Sometimes I choose to walk home instead of taking the bus from wherever I'm at. I love yoga too, as…

Counting Crows (still releasing albums!) I'm seeing them in concert for the first time this summer and they've been my fave band since I was 13 (now 34).

Bump to come back and try some of these. Some ideas from me: A cheap quick and easy meal that's good for taking to work: - rice/quinoa/etc - beans of your choosing (I like chick peas) - greens (swiss chard, kale, whatever) - hot sauce optional I precook the rice and beans and put them in a container, sprinkle some hot…

Wow, you look great! Nice work! Thanks for sharing :)

I have mild scoliosis, disc degeneration in the lower spine, and bone spurs there as well. Apparently the bone spurs are the worst part. I've had back pain for years. What has helped me manage it (and I'm still a work in progress) involves: - lost weight - yoga and walking (when I don't do yoga for a while it really starts…

Pre-make a bunch of quinoa/rice/etc and put it portions into containers, then add pre-cooked beans (I've been using chick peas) and throw some greens on top (I've been using swiss chard). Nuke it for a bit at work - the heat will lightly cook the greens. And enjoy! For added flavour - cook the grains in broth/spices and I…

Addie is my "in real life" nickname (it is pronounced like 80, and is a shortened version of my name which is Adrienne). Overhaul is because I am overhauling my lifestyle and my body!

I was watching on my laptop and had to put my hands over the screen for that part. Way too gory for me to watch - but I love the show and will keep watching. I've read books 1-3 and the first half of 4 - but it was quite a while ago and it's got to the point where I don't remember what happens next. i can't decide if i…

When people say "addicting". It ADDICTIVE.

I am a touch over 5'7" with a medium and curvy build (curvy regardless of size). My highest weight was 190, size 14/16. I am currently 154 and a size 8. I'm aiming to get back to my previous weight of 140 where I was quite happy with my figure, which was about a size 6. Mind you the number doesn't matter to me that much,…

I ended a toxic relationship about 3.5 years ago. We were together for 3 years, but didn't have any kids (and I am very glad that I have no ties to him now). I took a year to really focus on myself - asking what I wanted my life to look like in the future and what did I need to do to get there. I started living a healthier…

Anger Management (issues)

Mostly my insatiable sweet tooth and inability to say no when sweets are offered to me. I also tend to give in to emotional eating (ie a whole box of Kraft Dinner when I'm upset).

Today I packed basmati rice (cooked with a water and broth combo and spices) with chickpeas and swiss chard.

I'm fine talking about it with friends and family (I tend to be a fairly open person in general) but I did get weirded out by coworkers commenting on my body. I guess I didn't think people noticed other people's bodies as much as they apparently do. And it creepeed me out that they were noticing my body enough to comment…

I've never gained weight on the pill. Other drugs made me gain 50 pounds, but I've never gained a single one from birth control.

I've been considering make-ahead smoothies too so I'm commenting to come back and read responses. Just thought I'd share - I like to put mango flavoured tofu dessert in my smoothies - it makes them extra delicious!

I love the Extra Spicy too! So good in my lentil and veggie soup, pasta sauce, chili etc etc

- Full time job - staying active - massage/chiro and exercises for my back issues - paying off debt - dealing with roommate - caring for my two cats - housework

I am very honest and treat others well. I'm an excellent friend and as a result have collected an amazing group of them over the years enriching my life profoundly. I am very genuine. I am good at making people laugh. I'm an excellent cat mom. I have a huge heart and love to tell people what they mean to me. My big green…

I think you are doing more than enough exercise. If you don't feel like doing the bike, don't. You don't want to burn out or hurt yourself by doing too much.

All of mine have been said already but I'm commenting because there are a lot of great suggestions! I want to come back to this when I'm at home so I can do some downloading.

Awesome progress and great tips. Way to go!

I think another 20 pounds would be too much. I would strength train now to reshape and get more definition.