MarisaMSimon

Thanks for the love @Pompey66 and @GummiMundi ! It’s really helpful to keep it going when others see the progress as well!

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

I usually prep something on Sunday for the entire week and freeze it or store it nicely in a container. For instance, this week I made some banana waffles that I’ve made from scratch and they’re delicious! I’ve also made egg muffin bites that have spinach, cheese and sausage.

in On the Go Breakfast Tips Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

@bear2303 Thanks so much! We can do this!!!

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

@fitpal4242 thanks so much! I appreciate the support!

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

@wapan thanks so much! And that’s amazing! Good luck with 123! It seems daunting to me now, but with perseverance, we’ll get there 😊

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

@Joyjas I really appreciate it! I think that you'll get there! It's definitely takes time to get in the groove, but once you do, it'll all pay off! I definitely take diet breaks here or there depending on vacation weeks or once I lose some weight and I need a mini break from being on a deficit. Listen to your body! :smile:

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

@heatherschnitzler thanks so much! You can do it! Good luck with your journey as well! 😊

in 365 Days of Calorie Counting-35 pounds lost Comment by MarisaMSimon December 2019

I use MyFitnessPal daily, but I track my calories as weekly. I’ve been able to lose 39 pounds with 39 more to go doing it this way!

in How do you track your calories/macros? weekly/daily or other? Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

Totally do it! I did a 14 day diet break and ate at maintenance. I only gained 2.4 pounds during the diet break and dropped it within a couple of days of going back to my deficit. It was the best mentally to get a break and I would do it again! Congrats on your success!!

in Diet break Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

@Lorleee : Do you think I didn’t have that issue too? I did and with practice, I came out of it. It’s a long mental process as I’m sure you know. I was just giving the OP hope that maybe one day they can get to that place.

in Am I really committing a crime against humanity? Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

It took years to figure out what worked for me. Once I got to a place where I could do this method for the rest of my life, it was overnight. I think that is the ultimate key.

in How long did it take before your healthier life changes became habit? Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

I also used to have that all or nothing mentality before. What has helped me through these last 35 pounds I've lost so far was accepting that I'm not going to always be perfect, I'm human! Overall, one cookie won't affect my weight loss in the end, if I don't beat myself up for it. Everyday is a new day and eventually I…

in Am I really committing a crime against humanity? Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

I have also not used a food scale and have lost 35+ pounds so far. Here are mine: MFP Zumba! Training for a 5K Chipotle for when I don't feel like cooking Eating whatever I want in moderation

in What are your Top 5 foods or items that make your life easier? Comment by MarisaMSimon August 2019

Last round was tough, but I'm hoping for a new low. Good luck everyone! Age: 28 Location: Los Angeles, CA Height: 5”3 SW: 219.2 SW for this challenge: 191.4 Next GW: 183.2 to reach Happy Scale Milestone 4 Ultimate GW: 141 Results Round 70: SW 202.6 EW 197.4 (-5.2 pounds) Round 71: SW 197.4 EW 199.6 (+2.2 pounds) Round 72:…

in JUST GIVE ME 10 DAYS ~ ROUND 82 Comment by MarisaMSimon July 2019

Last round was tough, but I'm hoping for a new low. Good luck everyone! Age: 28 Location: Los Angeles, CA Height: 5”3 SW: 219.2 SW for this challenge: 191.4 Next GW: 183.2 to reach Happy Scale Milestone 4 Ultimate GW: 141 Results Round 70: SW 202.6 EW 197.4 (-5.2 pounds) Round 71: SW 197.4 EW 199.6 (+2.2 pounds) Round 72:…

in JUST GIVE ME 10 DAYS ~ ROUND 82 Comment by MarisaMSimon July 2019

Last round was tough, but I'm hoping for a new low. Good luck everyone! Age: 28 Location: Los Angeles, CA Height: 5”3 SW: 219.2 SW for this challenge: 191.4 Next GW: 183.2 to reach Happy Scale Milestone 4 Ultimate GW: 141 Results Round 70: SW 202.6 EW 197.4 (-5.2 pounds) Round 71: SW 197.4 EW 199.6 (+2.2 pounds) Round 72:…

in JUST GIVE ME 10 DAYS ~ ROUND 82 Comment by MarisaMSimon July 2019

I had a wonderful last round! I hope I can keep it up and make my goal in the next couple of course. Let’s do this! Age: 28 Location: Los Angeles, CA Height: 5”3 SW: 219.2 SW for this challenge: 187.4 Next GW: 183.2 to reach Happy Scale Milestone 4 Ultimate GW: 141 Results Round 70: SW 202.6 EW 197.4 (-5.2 pounds) Round…

in JUST GIVE ME 10 DAYS - ROUND 81 Comment by MarisaMSimon July 2019

I had a wonderful last round! I hope I can keep it up and make my goal in the next couple of course. Let’s do this! Age: 28 Location: Los Angeles, CA Height: 5”3 SW: 219.2 SW for this challenge: 187.4 Next GW: 183.2 to reach Happy Scale Milestone 4 Ultimate GW: 141 Results Round 70: SW 202.6 EW 197.4 (-5.2 pounds) Round…