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Good for you! I love bikram- I wish I did it more. Calorie burn is totally estimation IMHO. I always "budget" that I burned around 1000 even though I'm sure I burn more. I wore my HRM once and it was much higher than 1000. I'm 188 lbs. and 24 years old. Forgot my resting heart rate. A few tips: 1.) Eat at least 90 mins to…

Amazing! Keep up the great work! Very inspirational to me.

This may sound backwards but when I saw my ex for the first time in a year he actually made an excuse about my weight gain. He said that I was busy and dedicated to my job and it was ok if I gained a little weight, that I was still beautiful. He too has gained weight and I'm sure he meant what he said as a way to comfort…

What a very insightful thought @autumnridge. I couldn't have said it better. @Tammy- Keep your head up. Stay encouraged. Try to log everyday-even if you're having a tough day. And try to keep up the healthy habits you've created. Even if you gain some weight back- it's those healthy habits that really count. Get your water…

Glad I'm not alone. I don't mind working out at the gym-even in front of hot guys (and there are bunches at my gym.) But I hate working out in front of my roommates. They are super sweet and supportive but I just feel weird. Plus they are in better shape than me so I wonder if they are secretly criticizing my techniques/…

Totally #25.... doing it right now actually lol

I'm also natural (about a year and a half.) When I first started losing weight I was relaxed and weaved up (like you were.) Unfortunately, this is a very tough decision. I cannot imagine being relaxed and working out like I do now. The only thing that helps me when my natural hair is pressed (and i want it to stay as…

Congratulations! You look absolutely amazing. Your story really motivated me! Everyday I wake up and say "just for today I'm going to eat clean and pray." It's a testimony to my new healthy lifestyle and my commitment to being a better Christian. On days when it's exceptionally tough I love to peruse the success boards and…

You really inspired me. Great job! Way to go!

You all are so awesome! I love the positive spirit! I'm trying to lose 60 lbs. in 12 months and then MAINTAIN like a mofo. I weigh in every Tuesday. Anyone feel free to add me if you want encouragement.

You have to remember that you're shrinking your stomach, literally. Your stomach is a muscle and your old habits of eating more (especially over the holidays) has likely strectched the smooth lining in your stomach causing you to be very hungry. Give it time to shrink. As you eat less your stomach will shrink over time. If…

Amazing results! Such a well written thought- keep up the great work!

Omigosh! That's amazing! You're doing a terrific job! :flowerforyou:

So many great tips! Thanks for sharing! I've just recently started "run till you feel like walking- walk till you feel like running" and I like it. I'm not a runner, but I'm learning. And it's so funny becuz now when I'm doing the running part and ppl see me they point to me and say --> look at that runner. Which is a…

awesome!:flowerforyou:

Great job!!!:flowerforyou:

Amazing! You look so hot!!!

Thanks for sharing! Great read! Soooo many myths out there. Education is key :happy:

I agree The Biggest Loser seems so much more intense than what I'm doing. Though I don't doubt that I have some pent up emotional issues that have affected my relationship w/ food. I usually say I've lost 14 lbs "since I've been eating healthier" or "focusing on my health." I get really offended when ppl say "how's your…

DO IT! And then take a shower and drink some calming unsweetened tea to help you sleep.

Thanks!

I have total faith you'll get back on track. You've done so well so far! Just remember- it's all in your head. Flip the swithc in your mind and you can get right back on track. :flowerforyou:

AMAZING! you go girl!!! :flowerforyou:

AMAZING! So proud of you! Pretty soon you'll be saying but but I've never run a 5 K :wink:

You look terrific! Way to go!:flowerforyou:

Great job! Great advice! That's a real accomplishment! Keep up the great work :flowerforyou:

"Life of Tha Party" by Snoop (Obviously I feel like I light up the room :wink: ) OR "So Fly" by Slim (Because I aspire to have good self esteem constantly) and just for fun my theme song right now is "Look at Me Now' by Chris Brown (Because I'm constantly seeking outside approval of others.)

Congratulations! You should be so proud of yourself! That's amazing!:flowerforyou:

WOW! Excellent job! That's really an accomplishment! You should be so proud.:flowerforyou:

Amazing! Keep up the work girl! You're doing great!!! :flowerforyou: