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  • I just restarted as well.....due to illness and medication regained 30lbs...I elided to spring forward and regain my health...looking for motivation and likeminded friends:)
  • I am back.....I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease last August and between the steroids, lack of exercise and bad food choices have regained 30lbs....Time to regain control of my health and jump back in. Notice I said health not diet....To me Medifast is about health choices rather than food choices. Wish me luck!!!
  • My trainer has me do a side plank on my left side hold for 20 seconds....then go on both arms for 20 finally right side for 20 seconds....do not stop in between.....Repeat 2 more times.....I also have a routine using the weights in the pulley machine where you are working your upper body while doing spilt squats which…
  • I am 47 and even though I may have a few more wrinkles in my face.....I look os much younger since my body is trimmer...went from a 40 inch waist to a 29 inch waist.....Adding muscle will fill out your arms....And you always can try Dysport :) Remember to use a good moisturizer and get plenty of sleep.....
  • I eat anywhere between 1400-1900 depending on how much I exercise that day....I usually go to the gym every morning during the week...I am more flexible on the weekends....I try to eat healthy foods and have some wine on the weekend if I am out with friends....I only have dessert if I am at a restaurant or dinner…
  • take two:) trying to add photos so bear with me...52 lbs lost!!! I was 213 now I am 161....I had gotten down to 153 but have gain back muscle:) I went from a size 16/18 to a 6/8
  • I have lost 52 lbs...I went from 213 to 161
  • {I reread his post and he said when he is at 165.....not her}.... .I think one of the reasons people can gain weight is that everywhere you go there are planty of igh fat high salt and high sugar options available...not too many healthy ones.....I used to weigh 213 now I am 161 and a healthy size 6/8.....It is very easy to…
  • This may sound kinda crazy but having the meal replacement made me really appreciate my veggies again. Broccoli never tasted so good....you ar erewiring yoru brain to crave good food...I have no desire for a mcdonalds breakfast sandwich...I am in over a year and love whole natural foods now....hold strong and focus on…
  • I used a trainer for 5 sessions. I had pinched a nerve so I wanted exercises that would not hurt my neck. He showed me porper form and designed 3 different sessions that work my core as well as upper and lower body at the same time. I now do the exercises on my own. Just let them know up front that you only want to use…
  • I took two weeks for each new food group.....total 8 weeks to transition....use this sit eto track calories...much easier....still need to stay away from triggers and make exercise and healthy eating your new normal...if you go back to your od way of eating you risk gaining the weight back...I am currently 3 lbs over goal…
  • I'd say 50 lbs was a success!!! That is fantastic....You were definitely smiling on the inside:)
  • I found that I do not spend any money eating out since I pack my meals and water for the day..that saves a lot...plus you are a cheap date if you go out to eat since you don't drink alcohol/ no aps or desserts.....I am no longer wasting food...I buy what I need and get fresh food for my lean and greens.....They usually…
  • I have pretty much kept the weigh toff..I lost over 55 lbs and started transition in april...I took two weeks for each stage and now am in maintenance...I am using this sit eto track EVERYTHING....still drinking my water and weighing EVERYTHING.....I am still watching th esugars/carbs etc....when I ate fruit with lots of…
  • Isn't is crazy how peopl ewho have not tried the program say how bad it is.......I like that it is backed by actualclinical studies and was designed by Johns Hopkins doctor..... I had a friend say I was starving myself....she had no idea:) It is nice to see this group here....All I know is MF worked for me....went from a…
    in Haters? Comment by Rosiemac2 June 2013
  • Good luck...remember to weigh and measure everything ...it makes a difference....drink the water:) I also used the tsfl site as well.
  • I started May 2012 at 213 lbs.....currently at 160 lbs.....made my goal in Feb 2013...using this site for maintenance....
  • I lost 55 lbs on medifast....I did not mind the food....I learned to appreciate real food again since you must have a lean protein and green veggies every night for dinner....When you readjust your taste buds you appreciate brocolli again and do not need the butter or cheese sauce...I started drinking lots of water and cut…
  • My trainer told me I have to fill the space with muscle.....So I have been workin gon my triceps and have seen an improvement. I have lost over 55 lbs and my arms have gotten tighter.....I have been doing upper and lower workouts with the pulley weights and that has helped more than just the arm machines....I also did…
  • I like Grape Nuts original...I have 1/2 cup with low gat milk and 1/2 fruit......The 1/2 cup is only 200 calories and I don't believe they add sugar...I put it in a coffee cup verses a bowl and it is actually quite filling. You will be amazed how many cereals add sugar...(also known by other names so look) I add stevia for…
  • I used a different plan to lose the weight. I started at 213 and am now ranging between 157-162...I am using this plan for maintenance...I an 5'8" and am 47. I wear a size 6-8 and s/m tops. I have very broad shoulders. My measurements are 35/29/36 and have a dense bones. I would love to be at 155. I am working on building…
  • Have you tried planks or other workout that work your core muscles?
  • Could you try getting your carbs from veggies...I would cut out the chocolate chips and muffins...Also try eating protein and veggies for dinner verses the pasta and cream sauses...have your snacks be just snacks that have nutrients like fruits/veggies/cheese etc....I like to have 1/2 cup grapenuts 1/2 cup 1%milk and…
  • I was wearing a 40DD when I started and now once I was professionally measured I am a 32E.....I went from 213 to 159....my bust went from 44 inches to 35 inches.....The lady at the shop said most people wear their band too loose and their cup too small.
  • I have found that knitting helps to keeo my hands busy and is a great destressor...find your passion...get out of the house and walk the dog...try yoga....if you eat it write it down right after so you become mindful.....what is your promary motivation to lose weight...if it is to be healthier remind yoru self that…
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