brendaleentjes Member

Would love to add you! The emotion thing is my trigger too.

I'm in too!! 15 pounds sounds good to me. I am currently 176.8.

I have flat feet so I have to wear running shoes because they support my arch the best. I am very happy with my Saucony's and also have Reebok Tek Zig's. I found that Sports Authority was the most helpful with helping me where as ****'s I was on my own even after asking questions. Saucony's and Asics seem to be your best…

You look great. I'm a teacher too. THe summer has been so hard for me without a set schedule. I'm finally getting back to eating right and exercising like I was during school.

You could also try an elimination diet. Sometimes you are allergic to certain foods and don't know it. That is what I did and found that gluten really makes me bloated. I have felt so much better staying away from it as much as possible. Cleanses and elimination diets are good to clean out all the bacteria and "creatures"…

Yes, you have answered your own question. I have enjoyed being able to clean out my closet every so often. I have donated or thrown away my old clothes depending on the condition of them. I also have been shopping at used clothing stores to save money while I continue to lose weight.

You look great. Was wondering what kind of bra you wear? Nice support for the girls. I'm always struggling with support problems. Brenda

I know I am a week behind but would like to join the challenge. How exactly do you join? Is it just leaving a comment on this thread? and how do I continue to find the thread each week? Brenda

I have a sensitivity to gluten so I avoid it as much as possible. Some of the things I eat now and enjoy that are gluten free is udi's whole grain bread, Erewhon rice cereal and king arthur flour mixes--their cookie mix and pizza dough are excellent. I also stay away from processed foods and eat a lot of fruits and veggies.

Thanks!! Younger is always better!

Nice job!! You look great! Wish you well on maintenance

You look awesome!!! I started at 220 also and am now 190. Looking forward, thanks for the pics to show what I can look like.

Weekends usually aren't bad for me unless I'm not active. I always do my 5 mile walk on saturday and drink before and after about 3 glasses of water. I also drink flavored seltzer with a twist of lime and lots of ice, orange juice cut with water and vitamin water for a treat. Hear in Jersey it is in the low 90's so I sweat…

I would vary your calories. I don't eat the same amount every day and that seems to work for me. some days are 1100 calories and some are up to 1800 calories. Same goes for exercise. If something gets too methodical and easy it is time to switch things up. I also do JM Shred but after doing the 30 days have switched every…

You look awesome!! Love the hair.

Love this and need to make this list. I can: get up at 5:30am and curse at Jillian walk/run 5 miles in 72 minutes be confident do Zumba go gluten free stay away from processed foods stay away from diet soda know that I am worth it feel better than I have in so many years be happier not worry about what people think about…

Wow, you look awesome!!

I have done Jillian's Shred for 15 days and stayed on level 1. I get a really great workout from it but have modified it a bit because she doesn't take into consideration your weight and how it effects your knees. I am now 193 but jumping jacks are not something I can do and she says 400 pound people can do them? She also…

favorites: 1. shredded parmesan, craisins and toasted almonds. 2. boiled eggs, tomatoes, sunflower seeds, cucumbers 3. pears/apples, pecans, blue cheese 4. grilled chicken breast, avocado, tomatoes, italian seasoning, onions. I always make my own dressing--olive oil balsamic or red wine vinegar, garlic, onion powder,…

You look awesome!! Great job!

I can only do zumba once a week but love it!! My instructor is such a great role model and I wish I could bottle her energy. I leave the class soaking wet and am usually sore the next few days also. My main form of exercise is walking and Jillian Michael's shred, though I think she is mucho annoying.:tongue: I also attend…

Great post!! I am just starting to run during my walks and it feels great except that I can't sustain it very long.

Would love to be your friend. I am also 5'5" and have lost 20 pounds so far and have 50 more to go. Feel free to add me as a friend.

Congrats! you look awesome.

Today was my 4th day on shred. Add me to the list. Would love to have support.

Welcome!! I love this sight. You can friend me too.

I've done it for my son and yes it works but it is time consuming. Probably will be 2-3 hours. The problem is if you have really dark hair your roots will start to show very quickly.

I love this sight. It keeps me on track. Love to be your friend!

I just got one of Jillian Michael's dvd's and will be starting it tonight. I'm hoping to spend two weeks on each level. You want to "friend" and encourage each other along the way?

Wow, you look amazing. Inspirational!!