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I really liked Weight Watchers. But I let it go for financial reasons. I couldn't justify it when there are great sites available for free. I only ever did the online version though. No meetings for me.

Well, now I am just gonna have to buy some pickles when I go grocery shopping today.

I like friends too! I've been on and off lately, but I'm trying really hard to get motivated again. Almost back up to my highest weight... I will not get there again!

I run most of it. I usually start off by walking for the first bit (mostly because it is up hill) and then I try to run the rest of the time with a couple of walking breaks. But I'm pretty sure my walk is just as fast as my run. I have the chases turned off.

Thanks for sharing! I love the Zombies, Run app despite my hatred of Zombies. I am looking forward to starting season 2, but this could be a good option as well.

Yea, the other end of the lake is the perfect spot to go for a dip!

I've been lacking on this lately. Need to step it up!

I've been considering going back to the 5K training. I just finished season 1, but I have gotten so slow. It's ridiculous. I still have a bit of stamina (nowhere near as good as it used to be), but my running is sometimes slower than my walking.

Oh, is that what happened!?!?!?! I had no idea. I just thought I had used up all of my radio playing. I have been missing my Zombie DJs lately. Gosh, I love those guys :)

I tend to do most of my hiking in the Belcarra/Anmore area. The Jug Island trail is a good one. I also like Buntzen lake. Lots of options there.

Hey, I'm Leslie. I am a Coquitlam girl through and through. It's a great spot. Close enough to down town, but also close to the lakes and the ocean. Starting to get more serious about getting in shape.

Have you already bought the C25K app? (Does it even cost money?) Because if you haven't, I know of the perfect app for you. Based on your name, I take it you like zombies. There is an app called Zombies, Run! 5K training. It is the same concept as C25K, but you are put in the middle of a story where you are training to run…

I am a little bit lame. I only use it for chicken. But it seems like everyone has some great ideas. Clearly I need to branch out.

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I love that idea! I'm a latte girl though. So I just think of all the milk I drink as part of my breakfast.

I usually just count the water I drink. You can count tea, but if it has too much caffeine it can have a diuretic effect which is why you shouldn't count coffee or pop. You could always add water to your beverages and count that. I like to water down my juice and pop. If I were to do that, I would probably count the amount…

I like to focus on eating the right foods. Ideally I will stay within my caloric guide lines. But I am not going to beat myself up if I go over and am still eating well. I agree that the math is pretty straightforward, but that's not the whole story. Everyone is different. Different things work for different people. There…

I'm in exactly the same boat as you. It's been about a month. It's been about 8 pounds. I've been in this boat many times. This is usually the time the I jump out and swim back to the island of fat. But not this time. Plateaus happen, but don't give up. Just keep doing what you are doing. Try switching things up a bit if…

It's a great diet. I don't follow it anymore, but I do tend to still eat in a similar fashion (with a few more carbs these days). I was actually going through my books yesterday and found that one. Hmm, maybe I should refocus and try it again. It does work.

You look amazing! Great job. I have to say that you carry your weight VERY well. I have had a similar thought about my hair. I could see myself cutting it once I lose the weight.

My favourite snacks both require a little bit (teeny tiny) of prep but are so worth it. 1. Kale chips. Throw a bit of oil and spices on them and pop them in the oven for 10 minutes. So so good. Especially if you are looking for a crunch. 2. Banana Ice-Cream. Mash bananas and freeze. You can flavour them however you want. I…

Do what is right for you. I wouldn't worry too much about tracking those vegetables. I generally do for the most part, but I'm not worried if I go over my intake when I eat a cucumber. It's better to be eating those things that others. I know a lot of people who don't track their vegetables (at least not low calorie ones).…

I always measure my days by when I sleep. So I would add it to the "current" day every time. It might be easier to put it on the next day so you don't go over, but then you have that much less food available to you the next day which will just cause the cycle to get worse.

The best snack of all time is frozen bananas. Mash them up and add other ingredients for different flavours. It tastes just like ice cream.

mmm. That looks good. I have been meaning to try something like this.

There are so many other spices that you can use besides salt. Garlic, basil, chili powder. I never add salt to anything and always find my food quite flavourful. You just have to adjust your taste buds a bit at first.

Exactly!!! Compliments can be so awkward because of exactly this reason. I don't want to point out anyone's flaws, past or present... or anyone to point out mine.

I don't think it is anyone's obligation to tell you that you look good. It is nice when it happens, but you shouldn't expect it. Personally, I don't like talking about my weight. I wouldn't want everyone in my life to say something. It's ok every now and then, but I don't want a running commentary from everyone in my life…

I've been looking for one too. I want to buy an activity monitor, but I love to swim so I would like one that I could wear swimming. I almost bought the fitbit flex, but while it is waterproof, it said on the website that it doesn't track swimming correctly.

It took me a long time to like the taste of water, so I can understand why you don't like it. I'm not sure what exactly you are drinking. Some of those "water" drinks are just awful. Vitamin Water comes to mind... what a joke. Same amount of sugar as a pop. I think the main thing is that you are getting your liquids in. I…