Katia_B

I put on a new, unworn pair of Spanx tights today, and they are too big! I need to go down a size : ) (I mean, they're Spanx, so they're still snug, but they aren't doing much work.)

OP: I think the fact that you posted this here today says that you do indeed want it bad enough. You know what you need to do, and you absolutely can keep doing it. 77lbs??? Amazing!!!! Keep up the excellent work you have done to get so far!!! We all have off days (or weeks), but the key is recognizing that and choosing to…

Mine too! How funny. And GREAT JOB! That must feel wonderful! :happy:

I love this thread! I practiced yoga regularly for years several years ago, and I literally just scheduled some classes to return to the mat in the coming weeks. In the past, the benefits for me have included less stress over the "little" things, thinner calves (my leg muscles are pretty hefty, and my calves get really…

I think only you know if it's appropriate to take a scale and measuring cup with you. For me, my fighting power at the buffets is to only take one pass and to aim for food that I can identify the ingredients so I can feel good about estimating what I ate later. Also, and obviously this varies from person to person, you can…

I get my tape measures from fabric or craft stores, but I think you can even get them in the craft/fabric section of Walmart (maybe even a really well-stocked supermarket that has a little "on the go sewing repair" section). Good luck! I hope those changes help continue to inspire you!!!

I agree with everyone who said set mini-goals with rewards built in! You said that you are exercising more than in high school, but aren't seeing the results you expect. That, in a nutshell, is my least favorite part about getting older. I'm only 30, but I have progressively had a harder time losing weight, or staying fit,…

Pictures and measuring myself (waist, hips, neck, arms, thighs) are the things that really help me. I know that measuring doesn't work for everyone, though. Also, I echo adding free weights if you aren't already, or do something to change up your routine, since you already like the gym. Add a Zumba or Pilates or Yoga…

I think that the food diary is key to helping me eat healthfully. Using the one on MFP is really fun for me because it turns it into a sort of game for me. I get to track how many calories I've consumed, and shed, what my net calories are, and how many I have remaining for the day. And I LOVE the feature that lets me see…

Great solution and very helpful tip! I'll try doing that for yoga. Unfortunately, with a GG cup, that doesn't work for me for the intense cardio. Gotta have max support! :ohwell: I go for Freya or Panache, but loved Moving Comfort before I exceeded their sizing.

You are on the right track! 56 lbs is no small feat! Congrats on your success so far. When I'm feeling down about myself, I like to read the success stories of people who started at the same place as me or who have had it harder than me. If you haven't noticed any physical changes so far, I guarantee that you will soon.…

First of all, congratulations! Even with a big goal and reward, it really helps me to set little milestones along the way that I reward myself for with a non-food treat (if I go to the gym all the days I intended this week, I get a mani/pedi this weekend; if I do it for a month, I get a massage). I like to break it into…

Not sure if this helps, but as an uncomfortably busty gal, I invest in a holds-me-in-place bra and then save money on the pants and tops by buying Old Navy and Target (Champions) items. I make sure I get items that coordinate (even if it's just color) because that and the supportive bra make me feel like I look a little…