ali_b83 Member

I have lost almost the entirety of my weight at home. We only have 4 sets of dumbbells. We use those, as well as body weight exercises. I also walk a LOT around the house. It gets hard to think of new things to do at times, but it's completely doable.

I started when I was 235lbs, and have been lifting ever since. You absolutely will lose weight and fat doing so. It might not be the fastest way, but it is, in my opinion, completely worth the slower progress.

Too many reasons to even begin to list. A great one for me however, has been the ability to throw my 38lb toddler over my shoulder to carry him out of the store when he's being difficult. The looks I get are hilarious, because he's huge.

I've been Paleo/Primal for about a year and a half. I'm about 90% strict with it. Do NOT do gluten ever (I learned I was seriously intolerant to it), and have discovered that I now can't do corn either. I do have occasional dairy like milk (not often), yogurt, and cheese. Dairy doesn't bother me, so I gladly eat cheese. I…

Trog inspired me with his unicorn, so here's a pony. Everything is better with a pony. Carry on.

For routines I would suggest looking at bodybuilding.com. There are many programs that you can follow based on your goals, gender, etc. It's a great resource.

1. Remove the word "diet" from your vocabulary. Diets don't work (at least long-term), and they make you hangry and a miserable person. 2. Is that all the food you plan on eating? Have fun with that. No, really. Food is your friend. 3.. Eat all the protein. 4. Lift weights. See fat disappear, see muscles appear underneath.

The "same"? Depends on the equipment you have. Still get great results, sure! I only have dumbbells and my own body weight, but about 75% of my results have been done at home.

Yes, but only with a side of bacon.

I've been eating Paleo/Primal since around October/November of last year, and have lost 40lbs since then.

I have some pictures in my profile (and apparently need better ones of my sleeves). Full sleeve on left arm, half on the right. At the time that I had them done I was wearing long sleeves and scrubs, so it wasn't a factor. Now, if need be, I'll just wear cardigans. Most people compliment me. For the ones that don't like…

Sure, I'll play :smile: Before, and current. 60lbs down

A respectable 7. Good volume on the sides, needs to be longer.

You look gorgeous!! Congrats on all your hard work!

You look so great!!

You look awesome! You have the greatest hour-glass shape too, I'm jealous! :smile:

You're more than welcome to add me. I've lost about 80% of the weight since eating Paleo/Primal (about 8 months ago). Currently in the process of Whole 30, because I am curious to see if dairy or nightshades affect me. I have a 10,5, and 1 year old, and we try to feed them as Paleo as possible (admittedly, the 10 year old…

Thanks everyone :flowerforyou: !! It boggles my mind to be called inspirational, but I appreciate it :blushing:

Thank you so much everyone for your kind words :flowerforyou: It's very hard for me to put myself out there for possible judgement, but all the responses have proven to me how many wonderful people are on here. Success stories were a huge motivator for me (and still are), so I am thrilled if anyone finds me even remotely…

You kick *kitten*! One million pounds is insane. You've accomplished so much in one year, wow! I'm honored to have you on my friend list :flowerforyou:

I just look forward to showing mine off! I have a full sleeve, and half sleeve, but hate my arms. I can't wait to have beautiful arms and wear sleeveless shirts all the time!

I'm intrigued...definitely trying this one.

Bacon is welcome at any meal :bigsmile:

Breakfast makes me hungry all day. That's why I haven't eaten it in over 6 months. Look into intermittent fasting.

In for the gifs :bigsmile:

Thank you for that :flowerforyou:

In for the beards.

I didn't start out at that exact number, nor am I anywhere near close to finished, but I have lost all my weight so far through lifting and focusing on my food intake. I do no cardio (as in no treadmill, elliptical, etc), other than activities that are enjoyable or bodyweight exercises that raise my heart rate. I have a…

Wow, you should be proud to be in a bikini, you look smokin'! How tall are you? Enjoy your bikini-filled summer :smile: