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Those people in the video are the professionals and they can keep those fast paces. You just do what you can do and you will gradually get better. Many people do multiple rounds of Insanity. Your progress is still progress even with breaks!

YAY! Soooo many congrats! Such a great feeling! :)

YOU LOOK AMAZING! Awesome work. :)

I have lost 37lbs and they are really faded now. Not red and puffy like when I first get them. They will definitely fade but not go away completely. I think toning up the ab section, using lots of lotion, drinking tons of water and maybe slapping on some self tanner will do the trick for a bikini. Also, I had a friend that…

Running is way harder in endurance and working out. AND he needs to remember that every body is different and will adapt differently! Seriously, CONGRATS! I just started running and I completed my first 5K(3.5 miles actually) on Saturday. I've only been running for 11 weeks (first few weeks with C25K then I switched to my…

I am only 26 and had never run. I started running at 200lbs. There were some aches and pains but nothing ice and elevation couldn't handle. I would really recommend doing week 1 and if that was really hard or you couldn't do it then just repeat it! I repeated a few weeks to work up to the next ones. And some weeks I only…

You are so gorgeous before and after! These are definitely motivating. Thank you!

Great work! That is wonderful! You are closer to your goals! I know what you mean about a hard check into reality about getting healthy as possible. :) Good luck

:) This is the best nsv EVER! Totally, completely, know what you mean :)

I watched a few other documentaries about veganism, raw food diets and juicing as well. After doing more personal research, I haven't committed to an entirely animal product-free diet or anything extreme but I do consciously try to eat less meat (I already don't eat dairy because I am lactose intolerant) and it has been…

Heck yes! That is so inspiring to do it together! Great work! :)

Those are awesome NSV's! I do the same, actually. I only weigh in and get measurements once a month. The scale kept getting me down so I stopped doing that. And I haven't let up on my exercising or eating so I don't need to worry about the scale holding me accountable, because I already do so. I think the NSV's of eating…

Well, nutrition is super important in the weightloss journey so that is great that you have that figured out! As far as exercise, I would just start slow. I walked on the treadmill when I began or walked out side. Just for like 20 to 30 minutes. You can also do shadow boxing (which can be done sitting, standing or in a…

First and foremost, you should know that you can do it! I know you can! You are more capable than you think! And the best part is that, you can accomplish this but you might also have small struggles or battles to get through! And they will only make you stronger! The first week is the hardest to get in the groove of the…

:) That is great! I had a similar experience on the treadmill with my running buddy. I yelled "Ah, my pants are falling down trying to run!" and she yelled back, "I know! Me too! Best problem in the world!" Lol. We both giggled. Wahoo! Smaller pant sizes here we come!

I love Zumba. I've only attended 3 classes but it has been a great experience and within just this short amount of time there are more guys showing up with each class. About 10 guys I would say!

Most weeks I do an hour of cardio 6 days a week. And then try to do strength training 3 times a week for 30 to 40 minutes. But right now I have been loving the exercise high so I am doing extra hours on top of regular cardio - mostly Zumba and Yoga though. For strength training I really like the Jillian Michael's 30 Day…

WOW! That is amazing! Good work!

What a beautiful tattoo! I love that it is something you designed. What a wonderful story. You are a great inspiration, thanks for sharing and motivating. Keep going and good luck!

the ball is hard to keep stabilized but if you start with your feet wider apart that is easier and then as you get stronger you can scoot them in to get a more intense workout. http://www.mahalo.com/shadowboxing/ ----> kind of a silly video but helpful

What about shadow boxing? You can sit and do that. Maybe even sit on an aerobic ball for more core workout. I know it gets your heart pumping.

Well, I started at 215 and in the first 7 weeks I've lost 22lbs, so I suppose it is possible. Naturally, my weight fell off quicker at the beginning and now it is more even at 1 to 2lbs per week. I think it depends on how much you are working out and what you are eating. Eat as clean as possible and become an…

I am 5'2" and I currently weigh 194. I have 120lbs of lean muscle mass right now so my goal weight is going to be somewhere around 130 -145. I am going for more how I look and feel. I want to be fit, strong and healthy with low body fat percentage. When I was down at 150 I looked much slimmer but still had too much body…

I like Champion and I really want to try Moving Comfort because lots of big chested ladies say that is a good one.

Heighest weight ever (before MFP): 222 Started MFP at: 217 Current weight: 194 (current plateau and stuck, ugh!) Goal Weight: 140 - I have a big frame and am kind of curvy. My lowest was at 145 and I still needed to lose some fat and/or turn it into muscle - So I know around that weight I will be able to gauge what I need…

I definitely have the fear but not overcome it! Congrats on that NSV. I am still early in the C25K but I would much rather run outside as well (especially with my dog!) but I want to wait till I get a little more running under my belt. I am glad someone else beat the fear! :)

What inspiration! Great work! I am training for a half marathon in January and just started my running program today! You are so inspiring! :)

I find it very difficult to stay on track on the weekends. But the 2 things I have found that work the best are to exercise asap in the morning before everyone gets up and I moved my weigh in day to Sunday morning or Monday morning to ensure I would eat healthy the whole weekend. Then I couldn't do the excuse of well I can…

I am 5'2" and the lowest I weighed was 145 and I was curvy but still had a lot of 'pudge' in the middle. So I am trying to get back to that weight and see how it looks as long as I am toned and lifting weights. And then try to lose belly fat. I just want to bet fit and curvy and healthy. So, I think 145 is what I am aiming…

Current weight 206 Goal Weight 190 Good luck everyone!