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I would lose the ongoing challenge to be better and disappoint so many ppl in my life. I would also lose respect for myself and the confidence I have gained over the last year.

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I travel a lot via car with my job. So while, ideally, I would pack a nice big lunch and all of that good stuff, a lot of time my reality is that I am on the road for a week, diff hotel each night, and end up eating fast food between appts. That being said, I usually just make sure I make the meal small (maybe just a…

It is interesting how many people hate on the show. If they just had them on treadmills like gerbils the whole time, then I would be worried. They seem to do a decent job helping them learn how to eat healthy, making them prepare their healthy meal, along with the exercise and medical supervision. I understand that we all…

Hey...started this at 29 and now almost at my first goal of 107#s lost (bringing me to 250 from 367). I still have a ways to go, but am happy to support and reality check (nicely) anyone who wants my help. Feel free to add me :smile:

I feel like we took this a little bigger than what it was. I'm not talking howling across the gym, throwing your bar down, or shadowboxing. Talking about a personal "wooo" or a small grunt, and, yes, sometimes you do pop up after you tough out that last one. I agree, though, I don't want some sounding like they are giving…

Eh...I sorta get where he is coming from. You don't want to start into a conversation about your exercise routine with an experienced lifter and next thing you know, you are feeling stupid for not knowing everything they know.

I like to think when you start getting that lil bit of swagger, you are a lifter. For me, it was the first time I pushed through a set and involuntarily let out a "wooo" and popped up with adrenaline. That is subjective, though. Generally, I agree, if you lift, you are a lifter. You may be a novice lifter, but a lifter…

My fiancee and I do it all the time. It is hilarious. You just do the same movement over and over three times.

Being below 250 for the first time in a long time! By doing that, I will also have achieved my goal in just over a year (assuming it happens right at Christmas).

You have some good stuff here. I would also suggest some things at the micro-level. First, make sure that you have good running poster. Open that chest up, make sure you are hitting with the middle of your feet and a lot of "belly breathing". Then I would suggest to do some weight work that helps build your endurance.…

Also, depending on your workouts, you may just be gaining some muscle, which can stall weight loss. Are you starting to see changes in your build (i.e. more definition in arms, core, legs, etc)?

I wasn't very active when I lived up north, however, I would suggest some alternate strategies. Find a treadmill, outdoor runs on weekends, and maybe do swimming or some other cardio. You could also use this as a time to improve as a runner. Doing some HIIT training, incline work or more leg workouts so that when it warms…

Does anybody do them at a class - like at their gym?

I definitely agree with going outside. I was not a runner or outdoorsy person. Running is just sooooo much better when you are not being a hamster. Anyhow, I started doing C25K at around 315 lbs. I am now getting close to 250lbs and have completed C25K. It is still a challenge at times, but I am doing it and it has opened…

Great job! Be careful, you could get addicted :)

Trust me...I am still on the weights. However, I tend to go through "seasons". So, this change is for two reasons. First, I just want to get back into running, and when I am "lifting heavy" with legs and running it is not a great situation for me (more so due to time constraints, etc). Second, I just am ready to do…

Thanks guys. Yeah, my goal is not necessarily to build crazy amount of muscle in my leg. I want to keep them strong and do some work. It doesn't have to be a ton. So, basically, I think it sounds like I am achieving what I want. When I am ready to really get to the next level on my legs, I will return to the compound work…

so awesome! Great job!!

Skcardiog - you are winning this one! I love that song, as well. I usually listen to it when I am looking at myself in the mirror. Lurve - sometimes, when I want something different in my Christian music I will pull out the Sister Act 2 soundtrack. Joyful, Joyful would be my Christian Music guilty pleasure :)

^^^this!!

awesome...thank you for this!

Good news is that food is healthier in most parts of the world. So less preservatives and stuff should be good. I agree with a lot of walking. Also, several smaller meals with fruits and veggies (probably cheaper in most countries vs. the US) and just do some body weight exercises (check out www.jefit.com for ideas). That…

I would definitely stress the health aspect. If he cares for you at all, you can talk about family history (if there is any) and how you want to be with him for a long, long time vs. your time being cut short due to weight-related illnesses. That should help put it in perspective more than just shallow things.

I'm from FL, too (well, no one is from here) and I personally like seeing thick girls with booty all over the place running...jk (sorta). However, in all reality. For those running with you, at most, we notice a nice looking lady for .2 seconds before we are back to thinking about breathing, pace, etc. Also, this is about…

Definitely split that up. I usually have 9-10 different exercises per workout and leave it at that. It is about 35-45 minutes. Then maybe about 10-15 mins of cardio (maybe try HIIT for some quick exercise). That being said, I would increase the purposeful cardio a little bit. Agree with everything Melissa said. Lastly, go…

This tends to be a big deal here, so I see where she is coming from. However, you are right, you are not officially spot reducing. That being said, here is my two cents. I would continue to do what you like, but you will want to do some weights. If you are uncomfortable with it, ask a trainer. You can start relatively…

One of the things that I am constantly doing is re-examining my workouts and results. I have the same issue. The first thing that I have noticed is that I tend to push more with my right side (right-side dominant). So, especially with machines, I make sure that I am putting equal, if not more force into my left arm. Also,…