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all of the above listed but the worst is just the self loathing. feeling not good enough. and the burden of the weight. lately it's just getting to me. i just feel so damn heavy, like all the weight just makes everything hurt.

i'm not just letting time pass without dealing with my problem. i'm here aren't I? Honestly, right now I am having a huge internal struggle with myself. Trying to sort out my feelings and trying to get to the root of some of my life long road blocks. i know i am my own worst enemy. I want this. Badly. More than anything.…

I have about 131 to lose. It's so overwhelming but I'm trying to get myself motivated.

Thanks everyone for your input. It's greatly appreciated. I do know that it is calories in /calories out. I know there is no magic pill and that it will take dedication and hard work. I don't have a thyroid problem, I was on migraine medication that did add some of the weight on, but I don't think that there is a medical…

hi congrats on joining and making steps to become healthier! i'm *still* working on losing my pregnancy weight 5 years later... so i can relate! feel free to add me! :)

that's great! all but cutting out alcohol has done absolute wonders for my weight! it's probably one of the biggest changes i've made recently that has made the biggest difference. so many useless calories that do nothing to promote health! i now have ONE glass of wine 1-2 times a month if that as opposed to 4+ ridiculous…

Thanks everyone! I can't believe I've even come this far. It seems like yesterday I was just struggling to lose ONE single pound. Just goes to show you that if you keep with it, over time, you will succeed. :)

i got it for christmas and i love it. i take classes and got the dvds to supplement the days i either can't make classes or to add a few extra workouts. i think i prefer classes, as i don't think you can mimic the energy you get from those with dvds but it's still a great work out and super fun!

i started taking zumba classes in august and for the most part i go 4 times a week. i also just got the zumba dvds for christmas. my plan is to still go to classes and supplement with the dvds. so far i really like the dvds but it really doesn't compare to the classes! i just love the energy!

wow! you are gorgeous! love that dress!

you look amazing! great job!

"But how am I any better?" first of all you are here! you are acknowledging that you need/ want to get healthy. that's huge. we all make mistakes, we all slip up. it happens. but the mere fact that you are being conscious of these problems you are having (boredom eating etc) is a sign that things are changing for you. in…

my favorite is vodka, club soda with a lime!

this is awesome! thanks for sharing!

sounds alot like my life! my ex and i have a kid together and he is a piece of work! i've never met someone so hateful and vengeful. all i can say is that you have to concentrate on yourself and your child. unfortunately our jerkface exes aren't probably going anywhere (at least mine isn't) but i refuse to let him ruin my…

wow! you look amazing! :)

welcome! (i'm in milwaukee too!) your ticker says you have 23 lbs to lose. it seems that it's harder to lose weight when you are closer to your goal. you could be overestimating what calories you are burning when you work out. or you could be underestimating the calories you are consuming. you should make your food diary…

i have been on this road so many times and what seems to be working for me right now is this: logging everything i eat. everything! being completely honest with myself is really important (really if i'm not honest, i am the only one that suffers). instead of dieting or joining this program or that program i am simply…

my wake up call was really a few different moments. 1. reaching a particular number (my highest) on the scale. for some reason that number just made me realize how bad things had gotten. 2. watching my mom go through her health problems with the cancer that she has. she would not have made it this far if she wasn't healthy…

feel free to add me anyone ! :)

a good bread choice is ezekial (sp?) bread.

although i struggle with both the food and the workout i find the food part is the hardest! i am very active on here - feel free to add me! i could definitely use some inspiration as well :)

i didn't read all of the replies so i am not sure if anyone mentioned this but i prefer to cook and eat with "real" food as well. my go to for recipe ideas is clean eating magazine/cook book. they do promote using low fat dairy but i suppose you can always use the full fat versions if you wanted. the magazine has a website…

i use almond milk, mostly on cereal, oatmeal or in coffee. i've used in recipes that call for milk without any problems. love it!!

wow!!! so amazing! this gives me hope!!

hi! feel free to add me :)

i have a 4 year old son (single, work from home) and i am still trying to figure it all out. my goal is to eventually get up before he does and work out, but that hasn't been going so well. what has worked is letting him have some computer time while i work out (he will play games on pbskids.org) i do dvds and sometimes he…

love turbo jam! add me if you like! :smile:

i do turbo jam and love it! i actually tried to do a non turbo jam video yesterday and was bored out of my mind! add me if you want :smile:

oh wow! this is really inspiring! :)