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People making sex noises as grunts to try to get attention. I have to turn my headphones up uncomfortably loud to block it out.
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Great job! That's fabulous progress!
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Congratulations!!
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If I don't sweat I don't feel like I even worked out! Most of my weight has always been in my belly. It flopped around relentlessly. It did not flop on the elliptical or on the stationary bike, or when I was walking. Don't limit yourself to exercises you hate, but don't make excuses. Get out there and SWEAT!
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Old Navy and Walmart. I'd shop Target if we had one. I also wear a lot of my old baggy t-shirts to the gym. It feels like a victory, because they used to be fitted t-shirts that I wore for normal.
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Exactly this. You've lost the fat on your rib cage but kept your boobs. 32F isn't going to be easy to come by, but hell yeah that's a lot of extra bulk gone, sister. Frederick's of Hollywood carries some nice extended cup sizes, and so does Bravissimo.
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Congratulations!
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I almost always have a protein or granola bar or a pouch of tuna or beef jerky on hand. It's in my purse or in my car, or both. Realizing I've gone through all my snacks makes me feel kinda twitchy, lol. You *can* eat at Burger King, or McDonald's, or wherever...just get the Whopper/grilled chicken with no cheese, bacon,…
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That's terrific progress. Good job!
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Not understanding yourself is exactly what a good therapist can help you with. Seriously! My suggestion is that you seek out a professional for some insight, and some help with the dysmorphia.
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Garlic powder and cayenne pepper. YUM.
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The last time someone asked, the general consensus seemed to be that it's *probably* a lack of proper fat or protein consumption because of caloric deficit, but it could also be other very serious things, and it's worth talking to a doctor to rule those out.
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The first shoes I ran in were Saucony and I LOVE THEM STILL, but they're worn out. I had a pair of Brooks that I hated, and I'm currently in a pair of Brooks Glycerin that I adore, aside from the fact that they're ugly as sin. For more info: I'm an under pronator with wide toes and a narrow ankle.
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You're sharing with strangers because you don't have to worry about how we feel about it. When you share with friends and family, how they feel is an added burden to your current personal hell. Share away, man. I wish you the best, and I'll be thinking about you.
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1. Eggs 2. Whole grain bread (1 slice a day) 3. Tuna 4. Grilled chicken breast 5. Broccoli 6. Romaine lettuce 7. Brown/wild rice 8. Oatmeal 9. Peanut butter 10. Cheese
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*Why* are you eating after dinner? If you're generally hungry, you should eat something. A healthy snack is fine whenever you need it. If you're eating because you're bored, you need to find something else to do. It's perfectly fine to look at food and tell yourself that you're not hungry and you don't need to eat anything…
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Congratulations on becoming so much healthier! You also look incredible. It doesn't count as much in the grand scheme, but it still counts.
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THIS!! Enjoy your food. Take small portions, eat slowly, and really savor the experience.
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When you've really overdone it, the second day is usually worse. The best thing I started doing to help with muscle recovery is drinking a cup of skim chocolate milk after I work out. There's some research that seems to show that it really is great for this, but of course YMMV. I second the vote for a banana. Staying…
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Give it at least a week at 1800 and see how you feel, and whether the scale changes. I'm 4lbs ish to goal, and had to start eating more to 1) not be so damn cold all the time 2) have any energy at all and 3) see any more downward movement on the scale. It's coming, just slowly (which is fine).
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You're doing great work, and you look amazing!
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*All* of my clothes and underwear mysteriously grew in the wash. As of today, I'm on my second set of new bras in four months. The Good Will bags that are waiting to go out contain my former skinny jeans, and they're now two sizes too large. Now, if only I could score on a couple of scratch off tickets or something, all…
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Awesome results for 10lbs. Keep it up!
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I agree, this is an impressive transformation. Kudos to you!
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WHY are you going to this appointment?
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Good for you! Maintaining my weight has been a challenge for me personally. I think it's harder to do that losing. I am incredibly happy for you!
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Excellent work. Keep it up, you WILL do it!
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I'd go on to gain about 10 more pounds, and most of it was in my face, apparently.
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Congrats!
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That's fabulous! Congratulations!