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  • I agree with this. I dislike the notion that people who keep their food diary private do not want accountability. If I can't be accountable to myself, why would I be accountable to strangers? Having the courage to tell *myself* that I consumed 1,500 calories in one meal is accountability to me. I know it's horrible; I…
    in WHY keep your food diary hidden? Comment by AdenaJ January 2012
  • I can vouch for the Enell brand! It's a little pricey, but it holds them in place!
    in Exercise with big boobs Comment by AdenaJ January 2012
  • I am proud of myself for not waiting until the new year to achieve my fitness goals and losing nearing 20 pounds since late October.
    in This one is easy.... Comment by AdenaJ January 2012
  • Great work on your transformation and for achieving your weight loss goals this year!
    in Heaviest Weight: 300-310lbs/Current Weight: 162lbs Comment by AdenaJ January 2012
  • You look amazing, and all your hard work has paid off. I love seeing your photo on the MFP homepage because my weight loss goal is similar to yours. You're an inspiration!
    in 3 years ago today I stepped into the gym and never looked ba Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • If you're craving chocolate, Jell-O makes 100-calorie chocolate/vanilla swirl pudding cups.
    in need 100 calorie night time snack... Pretty Please! Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • You look wonderful! I'm a little more than two months into my journey, so your post is even more inspiration to keep going!
    in A Difference a year can make ~~ DOWN 66 LBS!!... (Before/Dur Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • I surprisingly lost weight this week -- three pounds. It may just be water, but I'll take it!
    in Who Gained the most weight this Christmas?? Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • Merry Christmas, and congratulations!
    in Under 500!! Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • I like using the message boards to connect with people, but at this point in my weight loss journey, I have only added people as friends who I know in real life. Maybe I'll feel more comfortable later, but right now, I like being left alone. :smile: <soapbox> One thing that bothers me is when some MFP users criticize other…
    in What kind of MFP friend are YOU looking for? Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • You're welcome! One more thing: I just remembered that Jillian Michaels had a podcast on sugar recently. That conversation takes place about midway through the podcast. The advice she gives echos what some of the others have said: Stay away from the artificial sweeteners and use real sugar and honey in moderation. Here is…
    in Sugar substitutes? Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • You're welcome!
    in Sugar substitutes? Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • Here is an informative article from MSN Health: http://health.msn.com/healthy-living/the-4-best-and-3-worst-sweeteners-to-have-in-your-kitchen?imageindex=1
    in Sugar substitutes? Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • I finished 30 Day Shred on Nov. 30. I lost a little more than 9 pounds (which includes weight loss a week before I started the Shred). I also walked about three times a week. As far as inches, my biggest loss was 2 inches around my hips! I really like the video. I plan to start her Ripped in 30 DVD today, which uses the…
    in Jillian Michaels 30 day Shred. Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • It seems like you've taken the right first steps by joining MyFitnessPal. I also have close to 200 pounds to lose, and I know exactly what you mean about how daunting weight loss seems. Here is a group that I recently joined for people with 200 or more pounds to lose: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/761-200-to-lose
    in Need to lose over 200 lbs Comment by AdenaJ December 2011
  • I totally agree with you about Level 2 being more difficult than Level 3!
    in Level 2 of 30ds Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • Your hard work really paid off! You look great. Congratulations on your success!
    in Before and After Pictures Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • Thank you for having the courage to share your story. My goal is to lose close to 200 pounds. Because I'm only 13 pounds into my goal, I have those same feelings you did when you first started your journey. People like you help people like me keep going! Congratulations!
    in Celebrating 100+ Down (pretty wordy, oh well! SMILE) Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and is low in carbohydrates and calories. My favorite is FAGE Total 2%. The strawberry and peach flavors are delicious and help curb my late-night cravings for ice cream.
    in ALERT! Sweets Addict Needs Direction Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • Hi, everyone! I started a lifestyle change (again) on October 24, 2011. I've been on MFP for more than a year, but this is my first time using it for 30 consecutive days. I think I'm hooked and plan to stick with it this time to get this weight off! Good luck to each of you! sw: 338.8 gw: 145 cw: 326
    in WELCOME! Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • Your pre-Thanksgiving party sounds delicious! I plan to enjoy myself and eat all my favorite foods, but I will get smaller portions. I'll avoid going back for seconds and won't pile my first plate as high as I normally do! I also plan to drink water (although I may drink one or two glasses of sweet tea – I'm from the…
    in Thanksgiving! Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • I typically log it as 20 minutes of "calisthenics (pushups, sit-ups), vigorous effort."
    in Jillian Michaels 30 day shred Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • I agree with your feelings on Spanx. I am significantly overweight and only got my first pair of Spanx for a bridesmaids dress I wore in a wedding this past September. I have worn them one other time since then. I think that they are useful for certain types of clothing, but I refuse to wear them all the time just so I can…
    in Spanx!~ Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
  • You look great! Keep up the good work.
    in Before and After photos!! Comment by AdenaJ November 2011
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