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QUESTION??? Does unsweetened tea (both iced or hot) count towards the water total??

Current weight: 159.5 pounds (that .5 is way important because it means less than 160!!) Goal weight by 6/21 149.5 pounds -- so 10 pounds Looking forward to participating in this challenge--thanks for putting it together! Now, on to those 10 glasses of water!! Today's 30 mins of exercise is already done.

My son had similar symptoms--took him to his pediatrician, a sports med dr, physical therapy--and nothing helped. And then I brought him to a chiropractor and his range of motion is almost completely returned. I would totally recommend going to a chiro for an evaluation. And if you don't have one already, ask around and if…

One thing that really moved me about all the posts here was how dedicated each of you has been---it's empowering and inspiring and spectacular. I think it may be easy to get stuck in the mud of today--but just look at those tickers with all of those pounds lost---you all should be SO PROUD!!!! Don't give up, you can…

I'm in--I need something to shake me up! Thanks for putting this together!

hate to be the wet blanket here, but you might want to think about moderating the amount of tuna you eat. it has high levels of mercury and other toxins (which are easily researched on Google). not saying to never eat it (unlike swordfish which should totally be avoided), but certainly not to eat lots and lots of it.…

We add all sorts of stuff: chopped apples/ slivered almond or walnut pieces/ dried fruit/ shredded coconut/ yogurt/ granola/ flax seed--that sort of thing (we use organic & unsweetened)

I think it looks pretty good. More fruits and veggies (as you know) is definitely something you should try to add. Also, things with iron (raisins, blackstrap molasses, leafy greens). One more thing, especially since you're nursing and have the cals to spare--even regular sugar is better than any artificial sweetener--…

Oh my! First of all, I'm sorry that you have to even deal with this--especially since your DH seems so unwilling/unable to support you in this. A couple of thoughts--have you considered printing this out and letting your DH read it? Sometimes we think we're being very clear about something, but the other person isn't…

how much ginger?

thanks for the serving size info! now I can't wait to try it!!!

I know what you're feeling...I'm sitting here and just trying to rationalize why I should/can eat over my cals...I really really want to eat...but I know I'll feel so much better if I don't....so, I'm going to send you some strength and I'll imagine you sending me some and both of us will get past this!!

that sounds absolutely fabulous--I just have one question--can you clarify the serving size? Thanks!!

sounds good--I'm going to try it with whole grain cake mix

thanks! I especially like the "here to serve" part:wink:

I JUST finished the whole 30 days (like, 3 minutes ago)--it's hard work and there will be times you will dread starting it, but just keep telling yourself---"it's only 20 minutes, it's only 20 minutes" and you'll get through it. Each time you will love being done (you'll be so proud of yourself) but you will see yourself…

I'm with the others---I ABSOLUTELY see a difference!!! Major kudos to you!!

not only mercury, but every other toxic metal that is out there! They live a long time and grow large so they store up tons of the stuff in their flesh. swordfish has been tested and has been shown to be the absolute worst fish to consume--the news devastated my son...

"I'm just worried about when I'm alone and can't talk to you, what I'm supposed to do when I start getting these feelings again" Your best buddy might not be available whenever you're feeling down, but it's pretty guaranteed that someone will be awake and online and willing to listen and talk...

Honey, remember those baby steps? You ever see a baby walking? For every step they take, they spend that much time on their bottoms---BUT, they get up again! And you can too--and you will too. It won't change overnight but it will change--you can depend on that. Last thought for now--don't do this for anyone but…

Hi, You can friend me if you like, and I'll do my best to answer questions--I'm not a professional or anything, just somewhat knowlegable from having read and tried things. One thing you'll need to do is to make your food diary public so people can see where you're at and what kinds of things to suggest.

How much fun would that be?? Maybe charter a cruise ship!! I'd be there!!

I wish I could pour support and encouragement through my keyboard to yours so that you could soak it up and take it to heart! I've been to some of the same places you are and I still visit them from time to time--I just (as in just last night) took on one of my demons and while I almost let it win (yet again), I fought…

someone else mentioned the avacado egg rolls and the corn tamales (although I think they call them corn cakes or something like that!) and they are both FANTASTIC!! Although, personally, I like the avacado egg rolls the best because they are very different from anything I make at home or is offered anywhere else. They're…

for me--if I can break it up, I do--I find I give more to each workout (especially the second one) with some time (and a meal) between them. I'm not an expert, but I have read that it doesn't matter if you break up your workout (in Prevention and Shape magazines). Actually, thinking about it, exercise increases your burn…

she does a TON of planks--which are great in general--but would be death for your shoulder/wrist/thumb!! So I would recommend holding off on them, BUT once you're healed, I would recommend them most highly!!! The Shred and Ripped in 30 (which is a new one) is well worth the money 'cause you can keep coming back to them…

I have heard of this but I have a bad knee from a skiing accident--is there much plyo (jumping around)? Thanks for any info provided.

the thing that caught my attention was that with all that exercise, it looked like you were just adding in an additional 300-400 cals--are you sure that's enough?? it seems that in any one of those classes you would burn a lot more than that. Someone also mentioned the possibility of overtraining which is something that…

I just think about how good it feels to log that exercise here! Also, in my experience, once you start, it feels so great to have it done before you even start your day that it becomes incentive enough. Good luck--but just remember, the main point is to do the workout, no matter when and if you just can't face it in the…

Had the same question myself--I will definitely be looking up that article!! Thanks!!!