daniellemm1 Member

#2 Dark Brown

If you are doing all the right things it is likely to be water retention. Do not let it get you down. Three pounds is a normal fluctuation. I bet if you weigh tomorrow they will be gone. Take some deep breaths and remember that this is a long process and you can't focus on one bad day or one bad weigh in. You've got this.…

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I try to take a rest day once a week and that just means that I don't do an intense workout. I will still walk the dog, maybe do an easy 30 min on treadmill if I am feeling antsy. My rest day means no sweating :laugh:

I started C25K at 230lbs because I kept seeing other bigger girls doing it. It took about two weeks before I was able to stop feeling embarrassed, stupid and bouncy while jogging for one minute in my house alone. Six weeks later and I am able to jog 20 minutes straight, something I never thought I would be able to do. It…

I have tried both but find that I perform better on an empty stomach. When I eat first I tend to get a cramp in my side and feel heavy.

Doing Week 6 Day 1 tonight!! Great program, never thought I would actually be able to jog for 20 minutes but on Sunday I did and I didn't feel like I was going to die either. Well the last two minutes were tough but I did it. You can too!!!!

Thanks for posting this I just printeded it out. This is one thing that I have always and still struggle with. I don't have to eat that last bite.

I just saw that the problem is mainly with dad's house. Maybe pack her some healthy snacks when she goes there so she at least has some better options. I know if she stays for long periods of time that may be difficult but for weekend you may be able to send some healthy meals that you prepare for her to take. You can even…

If you have had your own struggles with weight and/or healthy living maybe you could talk to her about it using you own life. "Mommy used to eat junk food and watch too much tv and gained weight and had some medical issues so I had to get healthy so I can live a long time with you. Will you help me to stay healthy and make…

The first suit-The top looks great on you, very flattering. The bottoms look a little too small, not as flattering. You don't look horrifying by any means :) The polka dot suit-Amazing!!! You look so much smaller!! Definitely wear this one :)

I tied my shoes tighter and that seems to have helped. I am also going to look into some athletic socks. Thanks for your suggestions!

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bump because I just started doing some weights and want more info.

If I looked like that I would wear it!! You look great. Have fun :)

I just mixed up a batch, it's chilling now. Will let you know what I think!!!

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Thanks everyone :)

I am on Week 5 Day 3 (Sat) and I know exactly how good you feel each time you successfully complete a day. Keep at it even when it gets tough because you will be able to do it. I have to do my first 20 min jog Sat and I am working on psyching myself up now :) It's intimidating but with support of those who are also doing…

Love this. I was just telling someone on my friends list to incorporate her baby brother into her workouts doing just what you described.

bump because I love ranch and have been having lite italian in its place. Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing.

Know that you are not alone. Many of us have been right where you are. I used to eat a whole pizza myself and then a whole pepperidge farm cake for dessert. When I first started my new healthy lifestyle I had been getting a quarter pounder with cheese, large fry and a large shake. I started getting a medium fry and medium…

Thanks I needed this today. The scale has slowly stopped moving despite my hard work and I know that it is probably because I recently started lifting some weights so my body is adjusting but it is frustrating. I haven't event considered giving up, at this point in my life I know that I made a choice that is for my health…

bump because although I have started lifting I love my cardio!!!

I usually bring a couple boiled eggs to eat at 8am, quick and easy and keeps me full until my 10a snack

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I understand your frustration. We are working so hard to eat better and exercise and the progress is so slow. I have lost 36lbs since January and I can't see it when I look in the mirror. My clothes are looser though and my endurance has increased. Just remember that any positive changes that you have made will result in…

Best of luck to you. I slowly cut out pop myself and it took me three months to do. Now I only drink it at a restaurant (diet) because I don't drink tap water. I try to remember to bring my own water but sometimes that doesn't happen. I never thought that I would be able to give it up or to like water and now I drink 15+…

That is awesome, you found yourself a natural remedy!! Keep with it and you will be happier and healthier. So happy for you :bigsmile:

You will get a ton of different opinions so read a lot and figure out which ones work for you. Good luck!!