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I lost 30 lbs and didn't like the extra attention I was getting from men. I gained all the weight back!

My husband was not intersted in participating at first. He wanted to be supportive, but he had long way to go to eat healthly and make good choices. I started using MFP almost 3-years ago when we got iPhones. After the first week when I lost about 5 lbs he jumps on the bandwagon. We then began working together and each…

Great job and super cute jeans in the second picture!

My hubby and I did P90X through 60 days last spring. Then took quite a while off - we run and bike when we're able in Michigan. Now we're doing RevAbs. My husband likes P90X better because his core is weak and he can hide it with his bicepts! The guy in RevAbs is a little hokey, but I love the results I'm getting. I ran…

keep up the great work!

If I can get my tummy flat enough I'm getting a belly button ring. My hubby thinks they're hot!

I think you should change your mind about the "Look How Awesome I Am Thread"!

Great job!

Not photogenic? Not anymore!!! You look great!

I graduated C25K in June. I did it in the 9 weeks alloted and did lose weight. The weight was more due to staying in my calories -- can't exercise yourself out of a bad diet. I did the program in a good pair of running shoes with low milage on them. I had to buy a new pair of shoes before the 5K because my ankles were so…

Good for you. Your lovely face is emerging and beautiful. Keep up the great work!

Love it, love it, love it! And might steal the idea for next year!

Oh and the fun thing is that I've gotten to try out LOTS of different styles that I NEVER would have purchased on my own. When I do finally hit a size that I want to purchase I'm sure to pick a much broader array of clothing than before.

I'm not the right size to swap with you, but this is a great idea. Actually, my friends and I have been doing this for the past few years. Almost all the clothes in my closet are from friends. Some of my current clothes are from friends who have gained weight due to pregnancy and I'm just being a good steward while I'm in…

Great thread. You are all such an inspiration! I think the thing to keep in mind is that this really is a change in your whole life, not just going on a diet. I am fortunate to have access to lots of healthy produce. We used to plan every meal around meat, we now plan every meal around veggies. Some people would feel…

My husband and I decided to make changes when we realized that if we die there is no one to take care of our two young boys. We can't control getting hit by a bus, but we sure can control what we eat and how much exercise we get. Thanks for sharing your story.

Here's one that you have to make, but it's so easy. This has become our primary bread -- because we have to be gluten-free, but it's also good for diabetics and just being healthy. We've also started baking it in a loaf pan. It doesn't rise so the loaf only gets to a few inches tall -- it's perfect for my kids lunches.…

I've had people give me huge explanations of why they can't do what I've done. All of the reasons are out of their control and well, it's not that their lazy. First off, I never said anyone was lazy. Second, I work full-time, have two kids, and volunteer in my community. I don't have any more time than anyone else. The…

We've had drastic changes in our diet in the last 4-years due to food allergies and gluten intollerance. We've used it as a way to eat clean. So, we removed everything from our house that wasn't in line with clean eating. The kids are required to ask before getting themselves food - they're 4 and 7-years old. If they're…

Senior Citizen you say? Bah, I ain't buying it!

My husbands aunt recently asked what we were doing to lose the weight. I told her it was revolutionary we eat less and exercise. Her response, "oh ****". Everyone is looking for that pill, but the pill is really a mindset. Now that I'm doing triathlons I notice people don't ask so much about the weight. They seem to have a…

Double Dang! You're a whole new person.

YEAH! Great job!

Thanks for the reminder that most extraordinary things come from the everyday. Just image if the rest of the world became as average as you!

might be time to buy a new shirt. That one's getting a little baggy!

feel free to post your success at 50 and 75 lbs too. Those kids of numbers are so inspriring! Keep up the awesome work!

I've been on MFP since January -- so not yet a year, but will add my two cents. In addition to consistency think moderation. Set goals, they don't have to be lofty. My first goal was a 5K, then a triathlon, then a 10K. I never would have made it to the 10K from the start. I surely would have given up in failure. Let…

Last February I got back into running with the C25K after a 12-year break. I've done a few 5Ks and a triathlon. Another tri and a 5K swim coming up. I'm planning to do a 10K run in October. I have questions about the running training though. When I ran cross country I just did what the coach said. When I ran as an adult…

I've been using a body ball for a little while at work. I like it. I tend to roll back and forth a lot -- the first day my stomach ended up sore! I think it just helps keep me moving a bit. I might splurge and buy the chair that goes with it only because it's a pain to turn around and the wheels would be nice. Also, it…

Your necklaces hang lower. Can't believe how "long" they've gotten. I need some shorter chains so they don't get lost in my bra! :)