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It is healthier to mix protein, carbs and fat in every meal. I'm pretty sure 7 grams of protein for one serving of carbs is very good for protein content. Are you adding fruit to any of this? Good luck!:smile:

Welcome, and you are hilarious! Feel free to add me, and good luck.:smile:

Well, I am the opposite of organized, but I am on day 200 of logging my food & exercise, and it definitely helps. Welcome, and good luck to you!:smile:

I still take the crust off of my sandwiches, like I did when I was a kid. Other than that, I LOVE onions with just about everything. I actually made a PB&J&onion sandwich when I was little.:smile:

Picking between Mexican & Italian is like choosing a favorite child -- how can you pick? Tonight, I'd say Mexican. Arriba!!:smile:

I am finishing my final week of ChaLEAN Extreme. Do NOT be scared of the program!! Here's the key: figure out what is a heavy weight for YOU. Everybody is starting at a different point, and if 3 lbs. fatigues your muscles, then 3 lbs. is what will work for you. I've been weightlifting for a long time now, and I almost…

Okay, NOW is when you need to regroup. Figure out what is working for you, what got you here, and what's going to KEEP you here. Take it from somebody who went from a size 16 to a 7/8, then worked her way back up to a 12 by (mindlessly) going back to old habits. Maintaining is the key. Good luck, and congrats on your…

We've all TOTALLY done that before! Don't worry about it, just jump back in when you're ready. Maybe give yourself a starting day, then stick to it. You can do it!:smile:

Just focus on real food (like veggies & fruits) and don't worry about a number. If you are eating whole foods, your fiber content should be fine. Good luck and here's to eating well!:drinker:

Thanks for the post! I am definitely a SLOW runner (like 5.5 on the treadmill is comfy for me) and I'm getting ready for my third Iron Girl at the end of August. UGH, I HATE the running portion of it! Good reminder not to compare myself to the speed racers out there.:smile:

I do ChaLEAN Extreme (a weightlifting-based beachbody program) and I too am dripping sweat by the time it's over. (And I'm almost always yelling, "WHY aren't any of you sweating?! at the end.) I log it in under cardio, I think it says "strength training" and log the time. Not a lot of calories for that day, but that's…

LOVE them, too, but they are pure sugar! Definitely a "once in awhile treat," at least for me. And is ANYTHING as good as roasting them over charcoal?:smile:

The calorie content is no big deal, but just to be clear, white potatoes are NOT an excellent carbohydrate choice. They're processed by your body as a big glob of sugar. If you want more info on it, google "Jonny Bowden and white potatoes." As with everything else, however, in moderation and every once in awhile won't hurt…

Em, you are amazing, inspirational & strong -- go for it, you will kill it!!! And enjoy the process while you're at it. Love ya, girl!:wink:

My husband's very good about this. It has definitely helped that I've lost weight & added muscle since November. I agree that it starts with YOU, however. You have to develop confidence in yourself. I used to really rely on everybody else's opinion or comments about me; once I started lifting weights and getting stronger…

Wow, absolutely! Congrats!:smile:

I agree, that would be an excellent feature. I've been married to a diabetic for 20 years, and it is definitely a big struggle to keep on top of it. It's a nasty disease that takes a lot out of you (and your family). I'd love to see this added, maybe then I could get my hubby to join!:smile:

You can do it! Good luck. And I had to laugh, I couldn't figure out what a "Vean" was! :laugh:

Congrats on the work so far! I love the "Proud" song -- it's the theme song to Biggest Loser. Helps sometimes, don't ya think? Good luck!:smile:

I am also doing ChaLEAN Extreme. I'm now in the Lean phase, which I must say I am NOT enjoying so far! The exercises are combining upper and lower body, and with all of the balancing involved, I don't feel like I'm getting that much of a workout. The Push phase, however, was amazing.

There's a great book out by neurosurgeon Dr. Daniel Amen called "Change Your Brain, Change Your Body." He has done numerous brain scans on all kinds of people, and this particular book focuses on the brain and weight. He expected to see one common pattern for overweight and obese people, but says there are at least FIVE…

I've picked a weight (and a SIZE) where I feel very comfortable. For me, I'm 5'6", and 135 lbs./size 7/8 is very comfortable for me. Feels healthy and happy.:smile:

I actually GASPED when I saw your after pics!! Great job, both of you!! Congrats to you & good luck on staying healthy & fit forever.:drinker:

My oldest daughter (15) has pretty bad acne, and I keep telling her to drink water. She replies that tons of studies have shown water to have "no effect" on acne. Personally, I think it's an individual thing. Just like some people are allergic to certain things and others aren't, I think water affects each person's skin…

Azdak, so glad to have you back on here! Your information is always top-notch, and I agree that people need to keep it simple. The only thing I would find a point of contention is water. Hydration works not just for weight loss, but for your brain, your internal organs, etc. The majority of us are dehydrated. It's even an…

Your doc knows what he's talking about. This is a very supportive, motivational & inspiring place to be. Welcome!:smile:

Congrats!! So glad you are so close. You can do it!! This is a great place, isn't it? Have fun at the beach, have a margarita for me!:drinker:

I respect the stance of being "natural," but after having three kids in four years, then breastfeeding each of them for over a year, if I got a chance to trade in Flopsy & Mopsy for Perky & Happy, I'd take it! And I'd also like to get rid of my kangaroo-pooch. It's like a balloon that got left behind the couch last New…

Wow, you have a great attitude! So happy you are in recovery. A caution to you, however: this site makes you think about food & exercise, sometimes a LOT. This is a VERY positive, encouraging & inspiring place; just be sure it doesn't dominate your thoughts -- does that make sense? Good for you for choosing a healthy…

I've realized in the last few years, I have a full day of doom & gloom once a month. Thankfully, it doesn't last long. If I can remember to tell myself, "This is just your TOM talking," it really helps. Exercise helps tremendously. I hardly had any symptoms last month, and I was really working out hard. Good luck to…