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Since you have knee pain you want to discuss this with your doctor to help eliminate injury. With that said , low impact activities are possible like water aerobics ( some cities have local YMCA) , treadmill walking or walking outside is still low impact and maybe slowly can increase speed or intensity, or you could do…

I've suffered from PCOS most of my life. I have found that for weight loss I need to eliminate the majority of white starches and non essential carbs for best results. I stick to complex carbs in moderation such as black beans , sweet potatoes , green beans , cauliflower, spinach and lots of leafy greens and whole wheat…

The only one I really love is Muscle Milk Pro Series Intense Vanilla. I freeze my blender bottles , blend the 1 scoop or two scoops then put the bottles back in the freezer about 5 minutes - it really helps smooth the texture and helps the flavor. I love it for that protein after a workout as sometimes I can't get back…

Growing up I never would have imagined I would wear a bikini and live it..and I bought and started wearing mine..at 300 lbs. I am now down to 268 lbs and will continue to rock on every year. I love how I feel and look in it. Honestly if someone has an issue with it , they can look away. Here are some photos of me in it…

I would personally recommend the Polar FT7. My husband got it for me and plans to buy one for himself soon. It's worked wonderfully through HIIT workouts , treadmill walks/runs and everything in between. Super easy to use, setup and change stats on as needed.

I hit my highest of 311 lbs this past spring - I started a LIFESTYLE change in May 2014. I am now down to 271.7 ( as of last Sunday). I was to the point I was seriously considering surgery and meal replacements , both which were very expensive but I gave myself a chance to do it myself first. I am so happy I did. I started…

Thank you ALL for your wonderful comments , I am truly overwhelmed by such and I hope everyone has a Happy Friday :)

I lost 30 lbs with only YouTube as my gym. I used Biggest Loser Last Chance workout and also HasFit Beginner and Insanity workouts. Both incorporate strength training ( I used filled water bottles as my weights) and cardio. There are so many videos out there and I live in an apartment so I understand. Though I joined a gym…

Hello , I'm Rose and as of today ( July 11th) just turned 36. Childless by choice and myself and my husband have both changed our lifestyles for the better. We eat clean about 80-90% of the time and I love t cook and try new things so it makes it fun. I've currently lost 31.2 lbs since April 2th 2014 and currently weigh…

I concentrate on keeping first and foremost vegetables in my fridge at all times. Staples I concentrate on personally : Organic zucchini Organic Carrots Organic salad mix ( Earthbound spring mix/baby spinach is my favorite) Organic Onions ( red and yellow) Organic tomatoes on the vine Organic mushrooms Organic apples - red…

Skinny Cheesecake yogurt dip topped with fresh strawberries : http://www.skinnytaste.com/2013/05/red-white-and-blue-fruit-skewers-with.html Skinny cheesecake cupcakes : I make mine without the crust for low carb. http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/05/red-white-and-blueberry-cheesecake.html

Left side May 2014 - Right side July 2014

I found the best is from skinnytaste.com . I skip the cooking rice part and use a rice cooker but the rest I follow and my husband and I think it tastes EXACTLY the same. Here is the link and text recipe : http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/03/chipotle-cilantro-lime-rice-4-pts.html Chipotle's "Skinny" Cilantro Lime Rice…

I get many of recipes online and I think using fresh non processed foods changes how you feel inside and out. I went from eating out 3-4 days a week to maybe 2-3 times a MONTH. I'm all for sharing with more people :)

Went to a baseball game tonight and had no issues with the seat - actually had wiggle room in my hip area for the first time ever. Feels amazing !

This exactly ! There were days I was doing my shadow boxing and saying it out loud " You always said I couldn't well F-you. I'm doing it now ! "

Yes it is hard and a lifestyle change but that is exactly the right attitude to have ! I changed everything and did things when people said I couldn't. We can all do this in our own ways. Thank you to everyone for the compliments !

I just did Week 1 Day 1 today and it felt amazing. I've NEVER been a runner..never thought I could do it or want to..but I am ready to really push into new things and am happy I am starting.

I made myself start C25K today and didn't stop until it was done ! Did Week 1 Day 1 at 3.0 speed and 1.0 incline. I couldn't believe I did it today..it was amazing. I also for the first time ever ran on a treadmill without holding on ! ( I have severe balance issues) I was so happy with myself I wanted to yell to…

I had to go buy new active wear because my pants and capris were moving way too much during my circuit training ! I am down to a Misses XL in tops and bottoms now. OMGGG NO MORE PLUS SIZES IN ACTIVE WEAR YAAAAY!

I completely agree with all of this. And yes you CAN program your weight age and such. On your watch hit the top button on the right side and use the bottom right button to scroll down until "Settings". Use the center button to confirm this selection. Use the bottom right button to scroll until you see User Information.…

I love my Oxo Digital food scale as found here : http://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-5-Pound-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B0020L6T7K The pull out display makes it easy to weigh items and I use it everyday. The top snaps off to be cleaned easily too.

Made this for dessert tonight. Skinny Cheesecake Dip from Skinnytaste.com found here : http://www.skinnytaste.com/2013/05/red-white-and-blue-fruit-skewers-with.html I took a ramekin and set aside a small portion of the dip and topped it with a sliced organic strawberry and a few organic blueberries. It was divine and under…

The harsh reality is that no one can do this or want this for you. I've started and given up on myself even as soon as last year losing 17 lbs and things got tough and I gave it all up. I thought I was ready but I wasn't. I had to figure out how to control my emotions over my food and I still have days where I struggle and…

I love stories like this ! I think it really proves that we have to want it and do it for ourselves and celebrating those small steps is what leads to lasting and forever success and happiness. This is awesome thank you for sharing!

NSV this week : Went to try on some clothes that a few months ago didn't fit or weren't flattering. Tried on a white dress at Macy's that is belted. - Back in Late April/Early May the belt wouldn't even meet ends..now it fits on the third hole and fits amazing. Also down to a size 22 in some jean sizes ! Here is the dress…

What a great accomplishment , congrats ! Just because the journey is still going is no reason not to celebrate each accomplishment , and this is a huge one. Congrats!

Thank you everyone for your encouraging words it means so much!! I do a weigh in once a week on Sunday but felt for photo reasons a monthly collage would be best :)

Went to store to waste time after doctor appointment and shorts that didn't fit two weeks ago now fit easily! Also while cleaning out my closet two pairs of size 22 pants BOTH fit with no bulge or muffin top. I am thrilled.

I was able to fit into a size 24 shorts and new jeans today at Macy's that I actually LOVE. I also noticed my profile no longer has the "fake baby bumo" as I call it - basically always had the bump that stuck out beyond my pants causing me to look pregnant in my profile. It's now basically non existent and my confidence…