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I'm in. Thanks @elize7 for letting me know about this.. I really do much better with a short term plan. Plus going to a wedding in 4 weeks. This works out great. CW 176 Carb 20 ish 1 hour exercise/day.

This week I was still averaging 100g carbs/day and my calories are up near 2,000. It's a wonder I'm not gaining weight like crazy. I am walking lots more so that is helping. This is harder this time for some reason. Coming out with a "0" net gain/loss this week, due to some poor choices. There is nothing that should…

Hmm. I was going to stomp around too about the no alcohol idea....then I found this link: Wow: http://www.boredpanda.com/before-after-sobriety-photos/ I wasn't super successful last year at ALL meat, I have the salad here at work and it seems to be working so far. I am for sure in about giving up alcohol. Should be…

Looks like I'm going to finish up the week strong, despite a Tuesday night blip, I'm doing OK. Going for a walk in a few minutes before the rain starts. Carpe Diem!

As you know the people here are great for support and sometimes just a good place to vent our frustrations. Life happens in ways we don't often plan for. The winners pick themselves up, dust off and move forward. Glad you're back in the game. Deep breath.... Remember to be good to yourself too and treat yourself with…

@Cadori Nice job getting 'er done! Feels great to start the day off with a workout. Although, I wouldn't know. I went out with the ladies from work last night. The good news is I avoided the bread which everyone said 'was to die for' Whatevs. I also ordered a $15 dollar, 2 tablespoons of Yellow Fin Tuna Poke meal. I was…

Hi! Checking in with my walk today. 1 mile at lunch. Eating my left over roasted turkey from Easter. Thinking today is probably the last day. Super dry after I microwaved the heck out of it in the café. At least it's protein and keeping me out of all the goodies here at work. I'm down 4 pounds since March 18th. So things…

My insomnia is exacerbated by stress. Once I do get to sleep it isn't restful. Sometimes I need TV off, very dark room, no noises. Other times, I need the TV to distract me from my own internal dialogue. A big glass of scotch usually helps too. (Smoking pot works, if you are so inclined) I've heard people taking Melatonin…

@cstehansen. Thank you again. Nice job on your fitness goals and shooting for a health. I'm not particularly keen on the sneakers I have at work. They are more like aerobic shoes. I'm going to switch them up with another pair that have much less cushion and more for running. The reminder about stretching is also very…

@cstehansen. Thanks for the kind words. Love your fitbit app. Just wondering why does it indicate weight gain 5 pounds? That would bum me out. I've been considering getting some sort of tracking device I have an android system on my phone. However, I need to wait until I pay off my vacation and new camera first. Today, my…

You look amazing. Great dedication!

I switched to Scotch when I need to pass out. Much less carbs! LOL

OR... It's a great start to a great week!

Happy Monday. Walked along the beach on Sunday in Maine. So much fun, the dogs are still allowed until Memorial Day. Love to see them running around having such a great time. Just got back from my lunch walk. I walked for the first time in a long time with my co-worker Ms. Speedy. She slowed it down today and walked with…

One of life's wicked stressful events for sure. Glad to hear everyone is ok. Take it easy on yourself, you have just been through a traumatic event. Sometimes taking the weekend to just go to the beach or sit outside and listen to the birds chirp feels good. Resting and just be thankful for what you do have helps with the…

Depends on how realistic your "goal" was. Were you 19 years old the last time you were that ideal 'goal' weight. Or is that the weight according to some chart? Heck, after having 2 little kids (If those darling cherubs are your babies) maintaining a healthy weight would be considered successful. IMHO, if you aren't always…

Today is cloudy & rainy again. This is bumming me out.. Lots of work in the queue. Slept terribly last night. I have an elderly aunt who is on my mind. 1. Eat between 20–30 g of carbs per day max - no 2. Up protein - yes 3. Drink more water per day - yes! 4. Walk at least 2 miles X5. No 5. Start working out arms/weights x3…

@Cadori - I gave you an insightful - LOL. Sometimes that just sums it up perfectly.. Hope your day gets better today. :) Today is cloudy & rainy don't think I will get out for my walk. Lots of work in the queue. 1. Eat between 20–30 g of carbs per day max - no 2. Up protein - yes 3. Drink more water per day - yes! 4. Walk…

@retirehappy Did you ever do that face rubbing technique? For me personally, I found that video of the woman rubbing her face in such a frenetic way pretty disturbing. I've always read don't tug or rub hard on your skin, but gently pat dry The fastest way and most dramatic change you can do to look younger is to lose…

. "And this week I will go back to my same routine knowing that the weight will drop." YUP. I noticed a reshaping before the whoosh on the scale. Good plan.

April has always been a good month for me to lose weight. Beautiful blue sky today. Feeling very positive. Active April Goals 1. Eat between 20–30 g of carbs per day max 2. Up protein 3. Drink more water per day 4. Walk at least 2 miles X5. 5. Start working out arms/weights x3 6. Record daily 7. Plan meals ahead 8. Lose 6…

If you are looking for an inverse relationship...LOL It is much easier to gain weight when you are not paying attention to what you are eating and much harder to lose weight when you do.

The great thing about family is that you only have to see them Birthdays and Holidays. Just show up at Christmas 2017 Looking AMAZING! Then, just say, "I feel so much healthier now."

I'm in for walking again at my local track and treadmill. Nicer weather means more hikes and moving again.- Oh except for the snow storm predicted in the NorthEast tomorrow and Saturday. (grrrr)

I have not experienced phantom smells related to Keto. I've noticed other real smells are more pronounced (urine, bo are much stronger) I did want to say (brag) that since I quit smoking 3 mos now! I smell how bad that was. The other day I got in my car after not driving it for a month. OMG! It was so gross, and I never…

3/30 checking in. Down 1.5 pounds this week. Gett'n it done after a long hiatus.

One day at a time!! At 30 days you can look back and say WOW!

I've got to get back to planks. There was a challenge here a while ago and I really enjoyed doing them. Thanks for the new motivation again. Nice job! I'm slowly getting back into the groove again. Back to tracking again to be honest with how much I'm really eating. Told my walking buddy that her pace was too much for me…

Thank you so much for the encouragement about quitting smoking, it's been 3 mos. HOOT. It was a NYs resolution. It also helped that I went away on vacation where there was no smoking in the hotel or in the rental car. After I came back I caught the flu for 3 weeks, where I could hardly breath anyway! I think about it more…

I'm short and the woman I was talking about is also short and we both used to walk at the same pace. If anything I realize how much weight really impacts my mobility, especially when you're shorter. Yea, I tried walking with a few of the taller women in our office and it really was the same dynamic you described Tish. They…