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CONGRATULATIONS!!! That is so exciting :) Good Work!

I did not know that about Triscuits! Well dang, guess those will have to go too...I don't mean to make excuses, they just add to my frustration because they can eat whatever they want and it doesn't matter, lol. Meanwhile, I'm busting my behind at bootcamp every day and counting calories and they're splitting a pizza and a…

If anyone has a recommended grocery list, that would be FANTASTIC! Thank You all so much for your input, I can really see now that the processed foods and the drinks are not helping me toward my goal. And if it's not helping it's not worth it. :)

Thank You for your help, I do know that I need to eat better. It is a little difficult living with two boys/men in their mid 20's; one who can eat a POUND of pasta and not gain an ounce and the other (my boyfriend) who is very built. Unforunately, the way his body takes in food is not anywhere near the way MY body takes in…

yyaaayy!!!! you look AMAZING! What has been working so well for you??

These are great BUMP! Mine are: 1. Yes, you know it's true, I know it's true, we all know it's true - WATER. As boring as I think water is, it really has made a HUGE difference in my journey and it not only helps with weight loss and nutrition but your skin, your hair, your overall being depends on enough water. 2. Trick…

LOOKING GREAT!! Congratulations! Keep up the good work!

Thank You so much for all your advice! I find myself making excuses for my bad days and this is exactly the kind of behavior that has knocked me off my diet and exercise plans in the past. My portion control of the not-so-healthy things I put in my body has improved but regardless, I need to stop making excuses for my bad…

That sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing! I will have to put that with my recipies!

I could eat a McIntosh Apple and low-fat mozarella string cheese every day...I have it as my midmorning snack AND my midday snack, yummm. My biggest weakness was always chips and dip, I could sit in front of the TV and go through almost an entire bag (ugh) so now, to satisfy that, I have hummus and pita, veggies and a low…

Loves it :) I was just trying to think of a way to not fall off the wagon this weekend. This definitely helps!

GREAT WORK!! Congratuations! Thank You for sharing :happy:

Activities with your kids like games (just like kr3851 said) is a perfect way to get some exercise in not only for you, but your kids as well. You can set a good example by teaching them exercise can be fun, not work. Go on bike rides, you said lake days - take them swimming. If you have a Wii, they have some pretty…

NSV stands for Non Scale Victory :)

I have the same problem with going out to the bars with my friends - they're always taking shots and drinking and man, do those calories ADD UP! I discovered my favorite liquor has 69 CALORIES PER OUNCE!!! Gonna have to give that one up. I'm trying to change up my habits with my friends too. For instance, last night I…

I am also 5'7 and my goal weight is right around 135. I've never been under 133 in my adult life so I didn't want to set unrealistic goals for myself, my parents are both on the thicker side and I was a collegiate athlete (soccer).

This is going to sound weird but cucumber in your water is AMAZING and SO REFRESHING. My boyfriend's roommate started me on it.

I weigh in today too and I'm not sure I've lost any weight either, so you're not alone!! A few tips from my trainer were these: No alcohol Change up your workouts - interval training - muscle - cardio - muscle - cardio etc. And be sure you're eating throughout the day to keep your metabolism up. Good Luck! And give it…

Good for you :) Best of luck! I know it can be defeating to start and stop over and over again but then a day comes when you start and you just keep going. I just started last week too so we're all in this together!

Wow!! what are you doing? I'm around what your before is and I am looking for the same sort of results!

Wow! Looking good! Congratulations! Keep up the good work!

I bartend Monday, Tuesday and Saturday nights and then go to Boot Camp Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights. The only part of my life that is sedentary is my day job 8 - 4. But I do walk around the office alot, my boss is across the building. And as much as I 'd love to relax on Sunday's, I usually have a lot of housework…

That sounds intense! My classes are 45 minutes, constant, I love it :) I feel like I'm burning a lot of calories! Good Luck!!

lol! That is funny, ok, I'll try the circuit training log and get a HRM, thanks for the advice!!!

Thank You for the thoughts and comments! I appreciate everyone's input, whether it's an "I feel ya," or some advice. It's good to know there's support :) Yes, it is a blessing in disguise that the cafeteria is closing for the summer, now i can control what I eat and how much of it by making it myself. And then, if I screw…

Thank You for the advice! I figured now was a good time to start because I want to lose at least HALF of the weight (being 5-7.5 pounds) by June 25th. I know it's a stretch given that it is a matter of three and a half weeks away but I am pretty excited about the challenge. I'm in my best friend's wedding on the 25th and…