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We call it McFatties! :) 85/15 It doesn't taste nearly as good as I remember it when I do indulge and then I feel like I won't do that again! I'd go for Culver's over McDonald's. :)

We've bought Syntrax, Nectar: Chocolate Truffle or Strawberry Kiwi. We use it in our morning smoothies/shakes and add spinach and other great yummy healthy items. We buy ours at the VitaminShoppe. We use unsweetened Almond Milk or Water. The chocolate with water tastes like chocolate milk, but not overly sweet. We add PB2…

I know many people in the proper TSH (0-5) - 2.5 being optimal, and they all struggle to lose weight or keep it down. Good luck and maybe work with a nutrionist and endocrinolgist.

I keep my refined carbs down because it seems to make me more hungry and have cravings. When I do I try to choose whole grain pasta, brown rice, whole grain bread, crackers, etc. I do eat bananas and fruit as well. I stick with protein to keep me full most of the time. I'm attempting to eat clean, to avoid processed food,…

Some people's bodies hold on to weight when breast feeding, it's natures way of making sure your baby doesn't "starve." Hang in there!

Government mandates and regulates what is contained in any formula. I bought the Target and Sam's Club brands since they are very similar to the name brands. My little guy got formula from about 7 months to 1 year, then it was whole milk for us. I'll keep him on whole milk until at least 2 years old. He's on the leaner…

I buy sugar free. I don't do sugar in my coffee but love flavored creamer. If I have 3 cups in the morning (Mon-Fri), I'm not nearly as hungry by noon. It surpresses my appetitite therefore I usually have eaten less in the morning on the days I do coffee.

Great job! I've got another 15-20 I'd like to lose, although I'm not sure what to do from here either. I increased my calories, and starting 30DS shred. I'm not as concerned about my scale number, more about my pant number! I was shooting for a 8, and I got there. Now I'm working towards a 6, which almost seems impossible…

Treadmill is great since it sets it's pace for you. Can be really boring, I watch my DVR'd TV shows or rock out to music. I usually never do more than 30 mins. I adjust the incline to vary my workout/difficultly. Outside you have to set your own pace, learn to control your breathing (I get side-stitch if I don't), the…

The best part is I have my period (can't believe I'm saying this)! Imagine how I'll look in a week! :tongue:

It takes time to find your magic number. I'm eating 1600 for the last three weeks. I've gained 3 lbs, although I have my period, once this week is over I'm going to reevaluate. I'm just trying to figure out where I'm supposed to be.

My goal weight is 135-140 lbs. I'm 5'4". I've heard that gram of protein for every lb of your goal weight, is that excessive?

Congrats! I am running one this weekend! I did the same program. I will agree outside and treadmill are two different worlds. Good for you! Keep going!

I live in WI as well. This weather is gorgeous, I've taken advantage of it by running outside instead of my treadmill.

7/8, although now that I can get into a 7/8 (it's uncomfortable), I'm trying to get comfortable right now. I might try for 5/6, who knows! I've got child-bearing hips!!

:heart: Cottage Cheese :heart: String Cheese :heart: Chucks of Cheese (Colby, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Mozz, Swiss) :heart: Milk with my cereal :heart: Eggs :heart: Egg Substitue :heart: Greek Yogurt (I make veggie dip with it, use plain as a substitue for sour cream) :heart: Laughing Cow Wedges :heart: Being from Wis helps!…

Every oz of breast milk has 25 calories. When I was nursing my son (if i pumped exclusively for a day) I'd get anywhere from 30-35 oz a day. Which means 750-875 calories was milk my body was producing. So if you have any idea how much you produce, even a rough idea you will have an idea of how much you need to eat to keep…

Can you explain intermittent fasting for me? How does this work for you? How do you to it?

I'm currently 155 lbs (5' 3"). So I've got weight to lose (between 15-20 lbs ideally). I think I'm carb heavy,most the carbs I do eat are truly whole grain or are naturally occuring. I do get plenty vegetables, fruits, dairy, and lean protein on a regular basis. I was thinking of adding some protein shake/meal supplements…

I ask my husband to play with our son for a half hour. Or I'll ask my in-laws once a week to keep him an extra half hour so I get some exercise in. I even do it at 9:30pm once the hubby is at the gym and my son is in bed. I've been making excuses lately! Trying to hop back on the train.

Congrats to you! On your way to healthier self, and hopefully your chance to snuggle :heart: your little one will be a dream come true for you! :smile:

Brought tears to my eyes, so very true.

I love the "Stay in Bed, Stay Fat." Thanks for all the motivation! I'm on it tomorrow AM.

Stay away from the rolls, or find a way to make them fit in for the day/week. Those things are evil good!

bump!!!

Sounds like you are doing great and making strides! Keep it up!! :)

I exercise so I can eat more! :) I love food. Try to plan your food for the day, maybe provide some insight into what works and doesn't. If I eat a high-carb breakfast I get hungry soo fast. If I eat whole grains w/ eggs in the morning I last much longer sometimes w/ no morning snack, which leaves me more calories to eat…

What a difference. Great job! How do you during the day w/ hunger? Do you find that eating smaller amounts earlier in the day keeps you satisfied or more hungry, just curious.

I workout in the evening, so I usually have a healthy snack after. Hard boiled egg and an apple. My husband does peanut butter and apple. Usually a protein fiber combination. I eat even when I'm not "starving" because other I wake up ravishing.

I buy mostly from Target. I try to do clearance section. Their bras are my favorite, I second the color selection. Try Marshall's or Ross, they usually have great name brand stuff for good deals. I have a pair of purple and black capri, I also have a black and purple bar. I try to keep colors within the same theme so I am…