crissi66 Member

I have lost 30lbs since the end of september. Im down 1 1/2 pants sizes. I think the most important accomplishment ive got is that i truly can say i love myself again. Im far from done but a work in progress. 2011 is going to be all about me. Im going to be my first priorty. 22 more lbs to my second mini-goal.

I hear you loud and clear on that one. There is nothing more frustrating than trying to lose weight and constantly have people criticize you. I have a aunt that is almost 400 lbs and after ive lost about 30lbs tells me i will always look like a linebacker. How inconsiderate and insensitive. Ive been busting my *kitten*…

Keep your head high. Life can sometimes deal out more than we think we can handle, but you will pull through. I use craiglist and careerbuilder.com to search for new jobs. Please try and stay positive and remember things can be worse. Not always the advice we want to hear but the truth none the less. Good luck

Vitatops are the tops of diet muffins. they come in a variety of flavor . you can toast them for a quick breakfast or nice snack. i believe they are about 100 calories.

Your simply breathtaking. Congrats !!! That is some seriously hard work you put in to get those results. You are a real inspiration to all of us.

Hey there. i had serious diet issues as well when i first started. i dont know if your just shopping for yourself or a family but for me, i only use a basket and try and go once a week to the grocery store. if your doing a bulk shopping then a cart is definetly necessary. I love: laughing cow cheese and reduced fat wheat…

Luckily JFK Airport in ny has a huge variety of food. Im flying out next thursday to go to florida. I plan on grabbing some dry cereal and a small juice. Thankfully my flight is at 6am so there really shouldnt be anything that tempting open at that hour anyway.

:flowerforyou: Thanks Jake. We usually keep the scale in the corner but we have to move it use it properly. i guarantee i dont wait long enough to let it calibrate. I had boston market on thursday i bet there is a monstrous amount of sodium in that. I wont be weighing myself until next wednesday morning. In the mean time…

Fantastic!!! I see it so much in your face and belly!!! Great job :happy:

You better not skip your party!!! Find yourself some good shapewear. macys, walmart, fashionbug, there are plenty of stores that carry little things that help you nip and tuck away a little belly pouch if thats what you are worrying about.

I dont know if there is a community pool close to you but i would assume swimming might be a great substitute for a while. the release of pressure could probably be used as physical therapy as well.

try new york and company. they tend to have nice jeans and not too stretchy

hey keep your head up!! I worked out for a month before i started to see a change. Make sure you are logging everything. I have more than 70lbs to lose and if there is one thing i know it is very easy to tell yourself you can cheat on your diet because your working out. Be completely honest with what your eating. Diet is…

Never eat Panera!! they are a calorie and a fat killer. i used all the fat for my day on one of their egg white souffle's one morning. i was horrified.

Im in the same boat but i realized i was a emotional eater a long time ago. Angry and sad for huge amount of reasons, so i ate and cooked to make myself and others around me happy. It really just took me looking at myself one nite with a lap fully of chinese food, munching away full a long time ago, to realize i was…

Hey, i hear ya food is so expensive. i make a list before i start and really try and plan my meals out. I also shop alot at walmart . There isnt a super center near me but if there is one by you they carry fantastic fruits and veggies. I also try and buy as much frozen as possible. Most things are flashed frozen so they…

I thought i wasnt that bad diet wise either until i started using this site and realized that my diet was a total crap shoot! I started religiously counting my calories and reading every label available. I joined a gym and started going 2 nites a week and slowly worked my way up to 5 days. I have lost 17 lbs since joining…

I try and weigh in twice a week. Just as a reference for myself. My real weigh in days are wednesday mornings before i hit the gym. I try and hope on sunday nite just for the hell of it. But i tried weighing in everyday and it was giving me a serious complex so i had to stop.

someone suggested the other day eating on a smaller plate. I have heard of that before but never implented it. Definetly investing in a salad plate for thanksgiving and xmas dinner this year

Your funny. A xmas walk. they will be in a coma after dinner. the only place they will be walking to is there beds. Im the only watching what i eat and exercising right now.

I know the sausage kills it. I plan on making a small dish with no sausage for me and my brothers girlfriend who is a vegetarian. I plan on skipping the mashed potatoes as well. But its gonna be a rough few days down there

I LOVE REDUCED FAT WHEAT THINS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Its 16 crackers per serving 130 calories. May i suggest some laughing cow lite creamy swiss cheese with them. Definetely one of my favorite snacks.

Dont be negative. we all go through our ups and downs. You need to dig deep and remind yourself that you are worth taking a few extra mins to look at the labels on things and making some you time to get to the gym or excercise anywhere you can. We have all been there. Do it for you!!

Im a big fan of steamed chicken with garlic sauce on the side. I dont know how to make it so i just order the sauce from the local takeout place. I find this way i have the right flavor to satisfy my craving but my food isnt swimming in there sauce which cuts down on the calories alot. The perdues fit and easy cutlets are…

Oh my goodness. Chicken caccitore is the best with chicken thighs druge them in flour and bake them until halfway cooked sautee some onions, green and red peppers with a little bit of olive oil and garlic. I like to throw some chicken stock in with the veggies will they are sauteeing, it really gives them nice flavor. in…

I feel you on this one. I put my purchase of a HRM on hold for the holidays. Mainly because im traveling to florida. But if you can get it a good price, I say GET IT. Guarantee you deserve a little present and its a investment in your health and proper fitness. Good luck :)

hey, i did ballys it cost a small fortune. there is a fee every month( to be expected) plus a membership fee. Usually to get a affordable plan you need to sign in for 3 yrs. I use planet fitness. I looked up and saw there are some in cali but im not sure how far they would be from you. they are nice and priced really good.…

Well that was a eye opener. Luckily most of that i wouldnt have eaten anyway. But i see my co workers eating similar things for lunch everyday. Especially that mall chinese food. such a shame. Heart attack in a bag plus fries and a drink :(

Get her some nice treats :). Shampoo and a collar, just in case she is the wondering type. toys catnip laser pointer for chasing. my brother's cat went crazy for that thing. a nice brush and a slicker for removing the underhair . Maybe you should invest in a scratching post of some type. there are so many now. This way she…

You can eat your exercise calories or just leave them. I dont eat them and consistently lose 2lbs a week. If you are eating and feel satisfied then most people will agree your fine and not to worry about it. especially if your already losing the weight