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I also have up and down with my weight. Essentially in a plateau. I have just started to get it off again. I looked back through your diary for about a week, I noticed that your sodium is a bit high. Sodium affects everyone differently. It affects me greatly. Might be something to review and decrease. Also, you could play…

I have been diagnosed with IBS. Done the whole bit (yup even the colonscopy). Take daily meds too for help with spasm that causes the pain. I believe that everyone is different. I changed my diet dramatically and eat Paleo (removing processed foods). This works for me. I also take probiotics to promote a healthy gut. I…

This or pee again. Enjoy the journey. I try to remember that the longer it takes to come off the easier it will be to keep off. I have been stuck in the 155s for months but I am still okay with it knowing that I maintain this weight if I was unable to get to my ultimate goal. Congrats!

I lift because I don't want to look like Barbie. I want to look like Super Woman. I saw this on FB this weekend and it is so true (for me). My inspiration is another member at the gym who took the time to teach me how to use good technique. She has muscles and looks amazing. She showed me that strong is better than skinny.…

I am 5'7" plus a bit. I have a large frame (my wrist needs a size 8 bracelet). My goal weight is 145. I have not been able to reach 150 yet. I seem to get close and then I self sabotage. I am pretty happy where I am which is the 155s. I seem to hover right here.

I wish I was able to post a picture. I agree with most and say if you are comfortable then you should go for it. It doesn't matter if it is a dress or a bikini-if you are uncomfortable then it isn't for you no matter what size/weight. I carry my weight in the same areas. I buy my bottums bigger so it helps that I don't…

1. I love the new friends that I have made through the gym 2. I love that my girls see me as strong 3. I love that I know I can start over with each meal, each day to get back on track

I work in healthcare and seriously get asked on average twice a week if I have cancer. I have only lost about 40 pounds and barely have a normal BMI. On Friday while at a conference, I had a colleague that I only see once a year (at this conference) say "Wow, you lost a lot of weight, I didn't know you were that fat. I…

I also fell off for a week last week. I was at my lowest weight EVER. Then the monthly visitor reared its ugly head and I caved, and caved and caved. A week later, weighing 10 more pounds (hoping mostly water) I am back from feeling so yucky. I just decided that I needed to do the next right thing. You know what to do. If…

I agree with Allan. Find people that are like minded. I have been on my journey for over year and have been "stuck" in many plateaus. If I didn't start making new friends, ones that found active things to do instead gathering around food-I would have made the gains I have. Motivation is challenging. This time of year is…

First congratulations on your major accomplishment of your loss. Try looking back at those pictures and thinking about what your couldn't do then. I remember how hard it was to cross my legs without using my hands to assist. Now, as to your challenges with the allergy season-as a long time sufferer---it may be time to…

Great topic! -being able to cross my legs without using my hands (by far my favorite) -being able to real pushups -being able to regular boots (no more searching wide calves) -being able to enjoy activities with my children -creditability in my profession (medical field) You can do it....it starts slow but happens quick

I struggle with similar types of behaviors at times. A peer at work buys my favorite candy and puts it in random places for me. Today, I, NICELY, told her. I love the candy, love the thought, but to stop as this was not helping my healthy journey. She recognized that she was being an enabler. I am hoping it will stop. As…

Don't let the scale determine your worth. Transformation to a healthy lifestyle is a lot of work. Make sure you are taking progress pictures and take measurements. I can share that from January until now I have ONLY lost 15 pounds but....I have lost a total 17 inches-most off my belly. If I never measured, I would never…

I am pretty close to this as well. I get up at 4:40 to leave the house at 5:10 for my gym workout at 5:30. I also lay everything out in advance, my clothes, my water bottle, my supplements, my protein shake so I can dress and run. I have been doing it this way-6 days a week since January. I don't need my alarm anymore and…

I would encourage new clothes. They don't need to be expensive. I was nervous and struggled with wearing fitted clothes for awhile too. I would bet weight loss changes the way we each see our body. I got rid of everything, in a bag and did an exchange at my gym. What didn't get taken went to goodwill. I decided that if I…

Way to go. It was and still is a challenge. I have 10 to go for my goal as well. I have been up and down with the last 5 pounds but I know that this is a journey not a diet. Becoming aware has helped me and it sounds like it has helped you too. Congrats. You got this.

Amazing topic! Thank you. Exactly what I needed as I have been struggling with the last 10 pounds and motivation due to some stressors. I have a few whys---I can also give the same as most of you but my deep down honest why... I want to fit, fabulous and forty (my next birthday)...I am remarried 5 years ago. I will not…

Mine did. No shoe size. Man if my shoes change my hubby is in trouble. I may or may not have a shoe problem *hides shoes under the bed*

Hi my name is Shana. I am a clinical nurse specialist. I have 3 units that I coordinate clinical outcomes using nurse prescriber. I also teach advanced patho two nights a week (every other week) for 4 hours. I want to be able to role model what I teach. I have been on my journey for a long time and the last year has been…

Great topic. I am in a similar boat. I do great all week. I have lost 40 pounds (10 before my tracker) I am at the lowest I can remember. Lower than college and maybe the same as high school although I have muscle now. My issue is I "cheat" all weekend with my friends and family and then spend all week trying to get those…

I love almond butter and eat it every day with either an apple or carrots. I have lost weight. I log it and keep it within my calorie requirements. I like the creamy organic (marantha brand) although it is pricey.

I had to jump in just cause it is a fun topic... I went to my doctor for an annual checkin and verbalized frustration regarding my plateaus...My MD (who is overweight) you are fine and probably should stop trying. If you keep losing, you are at risk for a decreased immune system. Luckily, I am a nurse and work with him and…

I add them to my yogurt. I like the consistency when eaten immediately-a little crunchy. If you wait and let them sit they become gooey. No real taste in my opionion. I started adding them for the added protein. I do not find any issue with the added fiber but I could see where others might esp if low on veggies/other…

I had mine done a few years ago. The infamous "tramp stamp" before I knew that they were called that it hurt terribly. I would like to think that I have a relatively high pain tolerance but it sucked and it has held me back from having my second one. I want one on my foot which I hear hurts bad. I am waiting until I hit my…

First I want to say congratulations. You have made significant strides and I want to applaud the dedication to losing the final pounds to make your goals. I have lost about 40 pounds over the last year. I still have about 15 to goal and I will say the goal changed once I got close to the goal. My original goal was 150. I…

Good topic. I think it is good to set a large goal with mini goals that feel more attainable. My first goal was to lose forty pounds. I did that a few weeks ago (my ticker doesn't show the first 10 pounds). My actual weight goal was 150 although as I am getting closer (I am 155 now), I reset the goal for 140 which is what…

I do this too!! I also eat nibbles while I prep for the next day meal (I pack my breakfast/lunch/all snacks) and figure it counts since it shorts me for the meals anyways.. An almond here, some turkey there, a strawberry...you know whatever I am cutting...

I agree with the other posters. Rewarding yourself after every workout seems extreme to me. Believe it or not the workout will be the reward. I feel great after exercise. I don't feel like myself if I miss a workout. Perhaps make the reward that you complete a reward after you workout 5 days a week (something similar). I…

I also struggle with weekends. I am M-F person. I work long hours during the week so I have to spend at least part of my weekend planning for the week. Summer is harder-at least I think-with all the BBQs and family gatherings. My friends and family are mostly supportive. I pick one day to cheat. Usually Saturday night…