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Hello, I live in York :-) I don't think many people comment on here

WOW!!! That's awesome that you've gone from "super obese" to "obese".... I want to dance for joy for you because of how awesome that is :bigsmile:

WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It is a wonderful feeling to get out of the obese category. Keep going strong, and you will soon be in the Normal BMI category!!!! :happy:

I'll join as well... From my starting point (240lbs), I had/have a goal to lose 110 lbs total. So far I've lost 70 lbs. I would like to offer encouragement. Plus, I've been struggling lately with keeping my calorie intake in check. I've had one to many days where I've been over, so I could really use some encouragement…

For me, I manually enter in the calories for the cardio equipment. I do NOT hit the "quick start" button... I feel that I get a better calorie burned reading and a better workout by hitting the "cardio" button. You have to enter your age, weight, and target heart rate for it. Yes, you have to hold onto the handles with the…

Don't feel to bad... My aunt (who has known me my whole like) thinks that I'm anorexic now. She thinks that I'm secretly making myself throw up my food... Even my mother is making the comment that "my face is getting to thin"... I'm still considered overweight according to the BMI charts... It just goes to show that people…

I don't think it's beneficial to have pictures of other people up around your house. While we do it, we really shouldn't compare ourselves to others. Everyone is different. What I did was make a little poster for myself. I put some pictures of me at my heaviest weight, a picture of me at my current weight, and then I…

I agree with others: Increase your water intake... I just finished mine, but had a day where I was at 2800 (around there) for a daily intake.... I also had a delicious chocolate Sundae... Sure I probably could've done without that... I know that I'll tend to be over during my TOM. I definitely increase my water intake. I…

I'm not sure were you live (county, state, etc). However, at my local grocery store there are pork tenderloins that are already prepared and frozen. You just have to heat it up. They are also pretty health and low in calories as well. Smithfield is a brand that I stick with. They are very delicious and have different…

I would definitely talk to your DR. I thought about that when I started MFP, seeing as my husband and I are not really preventing the possibility... I think it would be best to stay at a maintenance level and increase the required calorie amount for each trimester (If my memory serves me right you need more calories…

Wow, I didn't know that about Jimmy John's. I went there one time and my sub was 600 calories. On 1200 calories a day, you have to make smart choices in food. It wasn't really filling either. The lettuce wrapped sandwich sounds good. My own personal discovery (I'm sure others have discovered this), but I am a huge fan of…

Well, It says Long Level (not sure why), but it's actually Wrightsville.... Glad to see you have a trainer that is helping you along. I don't have a personal trainer, but I'm in a weight loss class. It helps me to stay accountable since we have weekly weigh-ins. If you gain, you pay :happy:

you look absolutely beautiful in that dress!!!! Congrats on your loss and congrats on your wedding!!!

I will tell you this from experience, you probably will not be able to complete Level 1 without taking breaks until at least day 5. I had to take breaks all the time. I just kept pushing through it though. I would take the breaks and then continue on with the workout. While you can do Level 1 for 15 days, I don't really…

Well, I think I'll continue eating cereal... As you can see from my weight-loss tracker, it hasn't hindered my weight loss.... I was determined that I was not going to give up anything when I started this journey... Seeing as I wouldn't be able to stick with the journey.... If you can cut cereal out- that's awesome, but I…

The ideal way to complete 30 Day Shred is to complete Level 1 for 10 days, Level 2 for 10 days, and Level 3 for 10 days (30 days :wink: ). Some people go 30 days straight (I did that), while others take one or two rest days a week. I know some people even do the 30 Day Shred every other day and just straight cardio on the…

I can honestly tell you that before I started 30 day shred, I was TERRIBLE at push-ups.... Just try to do as many as you can (even the modified ones). Even if you get one that is still awesome!!!!! There will be different type of push-ups throughout the entire program. Just try to do as many as you can. I can promise that…

Feel free to add me as a friend. I log daily and try to give constant encouragement and help. I started at 240 lbs when I decided to turn my life around. I am currently 181 lbs. Advice: start of course by logging every little thing. The first few days and the first three weeks are the hardest. Measure and weigh everything.…

hahaha... I can relate... We have Maple Donuts factory, and when you drive by there early in the morning, just the smell alone will add pounds to you. :laugh:

York County (Eastern side just across the river from Lancaster County). Looking for workout friends... Feel free to add me as a friend.

I'm Beth. I'm from York County. I started this journey at 240 lbs. I am currently 181 lbs. I'm no where near finished with my journey. I still have about another 50 lbs to go.

I eat at 1200 calories. I have been since January (started at 1350 the end of December, but MFP changed it to 1200). I have had no problem at 1200 calories. I've learned tricks and tips to cut calories out of food. I still eat what I want, but portion control is the key. I also substitute high fat content like regular mayo…

Sometimes I deal with this... However, I'm at the point of "I don't care what they think".... I have lost about 60lbs, and I'm loving the new me. I will not stop for them... Most of the time it's just jealousy on their part. However, I have had the opportunity to inspire others. My mom is now losing weight and she has lost…

I am in love with PB2!!! I am so glad when a friend introduced me to it. I stayed away from regular peanut butter due to the high calorie content. PB2 only has 45 calories for the same amount of peanut butter :-).... Had a peanut butter and banana sandwich the other day....mmmm :bigsmile:

I think this is a wonderful idea!!! I agree that it teaches moderation as well as to eat the things that are most nutritious. While my children are quite young, they rarely get into the fridge and just get whatever they want. The majority of things in my fridge need to be cooked or are drinks (milk/juice). It's never a…

that was cute!! Military spouses are some of the strongest people that I know. I wouldn't like having my hubby go away for a year or more :-/

I will repeat what almost everyone has said... Set mini goals!!! When I started, I had to lose 110 pounds. (240 SW). I just focused on and still focus on 10 pounds at a time. I am currently 186 pounds. I'm just looking to get to 180 pounds currently even though my end goal is 130 pounds. Just focus on little goals. Also,…

I know this from personal experience with my own mother. My mother has a lot of health issues and some even hinder her from weight loss... However, I was so concerned for her. When I started, she "wanted to do it with me"... Whenever she makes those comments, she usually doesn't stick with it. When I would ask her if she…

If you are talking about the 30 Day Shred by Jillian Micheals, it is 10 days @ Level 1, 10 Days @ Level 2, and 10 Days at level 3. Some people (like myself) do it for 30 days straight. Other take a rest day once a week. Some do it every other day. I don't think it really matters which way you do it. Just as long as you are…

feel free to add me... I am getting amazing results from eating 1200 calories (plus exercise some days if I need it). I don't starve myself... I just believe in only eating when I'm hungry... I hear my Dr tell me all the time with my boys, "when they are hungry they will eat.." I feel that applies to adults as well... Do…