EverHopeful

There are diets out there that actually encourage you to vary what you eat as a way to bolster your metabolism. I guess someone thinks it works or they wouldn't be available. And many diets recommend a day off or a meal off. As long as you don't let it become extra days or extra meals I'd say enjoy it.

Twelve pounds is great, but I know what you mean about not wanting to announce it to the world. Luckily you don't have to share what you want to eat or do eat. The only items is a tracker if you add one to your signature. And then you get congratulations from your friends on how well you've done. If that's not incentive to…

I have to congratulate all of you that can even get on the elliptical. I can walk on a treadmill but got an elliptical because they supposedly burn more calories. Unfortunately I don't think I have any muscles. I can only do about 5 minutes at a time and then it takes hours to recover I'm so tired. If you've had similar…

Me again. I hope you don't mind me asking about your arms and lifting weights. I assume that this has helped you tone them up. It's the one thing I worry about. I'm too heavy now, but I worry about being thin and all flabby!

Congratulations you look phenomenal. I'm just starting this journey and decided to read some success stories. You have every reason to be proud of what you've accomplished. Keep up the work and you'll reach your goal.

We have a Wii but I haven't heard of this. Please let us know how it goes. It sounds like fun.

I have to try this. As unappetizing as it sounds if it helps with my health I can do it.

I'm in. This is what we all need - motivation!

I'm definitely a slimming dieter and I'd love to talk with someone about the experience. My daughter recently got married, in Moab, Utah after they'd been together for 14 years. I think that's a bit over cautious but that was her decision. I have to tell you, when I saw your picture I quickly identified with it. :smile: It…