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A few thoughts :) Can you make your lunch the night before? Can you cook large meals on Sunday to take with you throughout the week? How about a large salad with lots of veggies and a few chicken breast cut up for protein? You can separate it for meals throughout the week (or at least a few days). Us a light vinnegrette…

Congrats on getting engaged! I too got engaged this year! May 8th :) We are getting married June 11th and I have a LONG way to go. I know it can be really hard. I'm here if you need support. I'm going to friend you. ;)

I've never really been a fan of the treadmill... perhaps it's because I was terrified I would break my neck, or I was self conscious because I felt like when I ran on a treadmill I sounded like an elephant storming the food bucket.... ;D I did however take to running outdoors and I LOVED doing it. I got up to where I was…

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Not bad for you... but watch your sugars... ;D Try to incorporate more vegetables than anything.... However, if you're comparing fruit to a Little Debbie treat... then no, too much fruit will NEVER be bad for you.

How often do you exercise? The more you exercise, the more you get to eat on a daily basis....

I do this too ;D You're right -- stick to ONE day a week/Month (whatever works for you)

I would die if I upped my calories. I hardly eat the 1200 it tells me to eat in the first place. I'm never feeling hungry at the end of the day either. I was always told to eat more of your calories in the morning and fewer in the evening. I don't do it though. I should start eating a better breakfast than just yogurt.…

I really do think the key to weight loss is having confidence and not beating yourself up when you have a "bad day"... I decided to give a little buffer and it really has helped... ;D :tongue: We are in this together... NEVER GIVE UP....

I think the only way Tea and Coffee work is if they are Caffeine Free... I used to do Weight Watchers and that is what they always told me. A good rule of thumb? When in doubt drink 2 cups of water for every cup of coffee/Tea. You can also try to eliminate one or the other and drink water instead. Trust me, I know it's…

GOOD FOR YOU!!! I am very proud of you. I will give you the best piece of advice I have: Remember that weight loss takes time, dedication and determination. These qualities are among the top qualities that people are envious of. "I wish I had her dedication." or "He is so determined to succeed" -- These words are the best…

Very nice.... :) Thanks for sharing!

GREAT FOR YOU!!!! :) :)

You should eat at least 1200 a day... Also bump that workout up to about 45 minutes.... it'll kick start your metabolism :)

Thanks GRose! :) Lots of research and self acceptance :) -- That's how I got to where I am today... :D

Being a survior of college... twice (BA and MS)! I understand how you feel. The first year I was there my weight fell almost 20 lbs, but then it decided to creep back on a little at a time. Here are a few tips that might help you through both physically and mentally.... 1. Get PLENTY of rest! Your body needs it to recover…

Hi there! I've been here before and I completely understand your frustration. One of the things that helped me was to kick your body into shock mode -- right now it's use to the 3 time a week workout... push yourself a little harder try to do 4 per week or add an extra 10-15 minutes to your 3/day workouts. I can understand…

VEGGIES, VEGGIES, VEGGIES! :) Do you like hummus? try 1/4 cup of hummus with carrots -- the protein will keep you full! Or green beens? -- Low calorie (buy no salt added) Drink your water! It helps -- trust me, it really does! ;) Celery and Peanut butter, but you have to count the calories!!! Only get a serving of PB and…

Yeah... what Ray Said! :) Too much protein in food will not make you bulk up or gain weight as long as your calories are in check.... as a matter of fact, protein is proven to help you stay fuller longer and you most likely will digest it naturally! :)

I would never survive if I didn't have one. Like some of the others -- I still count calories but I do my best to not focus on them... I eat what I want and dont feel bad about it.... but you also have to consider this.... if you're working out and end up being under your calories on a few days... or everyday (I have been…

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Hi there -- I've been here before... I'm assuming you're on a plateau? I don't believe in the herbal supplements after doing a lot of research on them... but I will tell you this. If you'll add about 10 - 15 minutes extra worth of activity on a daily basis.. to "kick start" your metabolism again, you'll start seeing…