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Kelowna B.C. here!

Bump Thanks for sharing!

Our bodies are a very interesting science project . . . I just know for myself personally that if I am pretty active and get in my workout if I do not comsume at least 1350 calories the scale DOES NOT move at all. I am terrible for not eating enough, I often find that I am at only 900 calories as I eat very clean and have…

With ya girl . . . got one stuck in my long hair when I was a kid . . . now my husband laughs as I scream and dive for cover whenever I see one!

So everyone is likely telling you to only look forward, you can't change the past . . . . well the past is part of you and sometimes it IS just hard to forget, especially when you are lugging it around in the form of excess weight! Use the feelings of regret you have to fire you up to get pissed off at your former self.…

I have not stepped foot in ANY fast food restaurant in at least 3 or 4 years. When I made the commitment to myself I banned them from my existance. When pressed for something "quick" I will pop to the grocery store, they all have a deli area where you can get a sensible sandwich, or if you are like me and don't eat bread…

Your co worker sounds like the type of person to eat what she is served even if it is wrong . . . just so they don't have to "make waves". I think making waves mades you informed and smart about your choices . . . really . . . have any of us thought it was actually rude???

I decided to finally take the plunge for my 40th birthday. Something I had always wanted to do but the funds were always earmarked for one of the kids or the house. I love roses so have a beautiful bunch with my husbands name below it . . . he IS a keeper. I put it over my heart. Im planning my next one now as well, maybe…

My dad passed away far too young, he had just turned 60. He was a bit overweight but mostly just didn't eat properly or think about his health. I realized that if I followed in his footsteps I would only have 20 years left to live. Scary.

I spent the first 6 months on MFP running to log in BEFORE I ate anything. You would be very surprised at how much that condiment, sauce, or butter on your toast adds up. Do this for a while until you find your groove . . . .

Neither of us can remember! We met when we were teenagers and hung around in the same "crowd" but just can't remember the exact moment. First marriages later we realized why we had been good friends for so many years, because we had everything in common! Have now been together for the BEST 15 years of my life!

ALCOHOL

I spent the first 6 months on MFP at exactly the same weight. I would always lose my 2 lbs (or so) on weekdays, then undo all my hard work every weekend with just a few unwise choices and a few beer. It finally dawned on me that I was cheating myself. Were those few treats or beers worth my health or worth losing years off…

I was tired of feeling invisible. Tired of lugging around all that extra weight. Tired of hating how I looked. Tired of hating how I felt. But mostly I was tired of feeling like I was worth more and not having the strength to do anything about it. One day I just decided that I was worth it . . . .

I married a man the 2nd time around that made less than half of what the first made. BEST decison I have made in my life. I still make more than he does but he has taken some courses and improved his salary in the meantime. He will likely never make as much as I do . . . but I don't care . . . and neither does he. We just…

My "go to" snacks are usually fruit, an apple or orange. If im feeling more hungry I will eat 3 whole wheat crackers with natural peanut butter, or a handful of almonds. Just take 1 day at a time. Every morning get up and PROMISE yourself that you will be motivated toward your health that day only. Don't look at the big…

When I started my journey I wrote my "anticipated" weight on my office calendar, losing 2 pounds per week. Mid way through the year I was feeling discouraged as I hadn't lost much for the last number of weeks so I decided to pull out that calendar to see where I "should" have been. Much to my surprise I was the exact…

I would try to stretch more before doing anything physical. You should spend some time gently stretching prior to any exercise as this will warm up those muscles and help to avoid pain and injury. About 10 minutes should do the trick.

Are you eating some of your exercise calories? If I work out I need to up my calories. Mine are set at 1200 per day, but I need to bump that up by 100 to 150 if I work out or my scale won't move. You need to play around to find your "sweet spot" of calories Vs. exercise. On an up note though . . . you are doing everything…

Most health food or natural food stores will carry it.

Your trouble spots will come off in due time if you keep up the work of exercising and maintaining your calories with clean and healthy food. You need to find your "sweet spot" of exercise Vs. calories . . . for example, days I don't get a good workout in I stick to my 1200 calories, but days I exercise I need to up those…

This is not just about how we look, part of the purpose of living a healthier life is to extend your lifespan, increase your energy, and help your body run more efficiently. You are adding years to your life and how can you be disappointed in that? focus on your sucess

The quickest way is typically not the best or healthiest way . . . however, if you really want to get that few pounds off to give you a boost seeing the scale follow this "recipe": Oatmeal and fruit for breakfast 2.c homemade salad with fish or chicken breast sliced for lunch (1 TBSP of dressing only, and not a cream type)…

I have had a severe dairy reaction (and I mean severe, I consider it an allergy and not just intolerance it is so bad at times) for a few years now. I actually find this has helped me in my weight loss goal as I can no longer even attempt to eat ice cream, chocolate, fatty cheeses, etc. To compensate I ensure to consume…

You have already completed step 1 . . . you are aware this is a problem for you and are sick of it . . . I have had issues with this as well so when I feel myself leaning toward my old habits I revert back to the "one day at a time" philosophy. I have a sign hanging on my fridge and my closet door in my bedroom (so is the…

If you have increased your exercise but not your calories that is your problem. You need to find your "sweet spot" of calories Vs. exercise. If I do not have time for a workout I ONLY eat my 1200 calories, if I do a light workout I need to up them to about 1250 to 1300, a very intensive workout and if I eat under 1350 my…

I LOVE this question! One thing we have to remember in this journey is to NOT make our lives about food. A celebration is just that, meant to celebrate the day or event, not to have a free pass to overindulge. My husband and I celebrated our 10th anniversary last fall, and I had scheduled to have grilled chicken breasts…

Whatever is on the radio, or Galaxie on tv, cause I tune it out anyway . . . .

My weight has made no difference, the only thing that has is how much time I spend stretching and warming up first. That has made all the difference. I had to double the warm up time and also spend a minimum of 10 minutes stretching first as well.

Subway - but ONLY the roast chicken on whole wheat with no sauce and a ton of veggies! This is the only place I will eat from except my kitchen as well.