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http://www.skinnytaste.com/2014/02/amazing-flour-less-brownies.html I made these and brought them in to work. No one could tell any difference from normal brownies. Honestly, people came back for seconds! And they couldn't believe that they had black beans! My only suggestion is don't taste the batter. I unfortunately took…

I talked to my WW leader about this concern. She suggested bumping up my daily SmartPoints so that I can get enough calories, but I don't think it makes sense to pay for something when I'm not really even using it as advertised. I'm frustrated to say the least.

An excellent resource for vegan athletes is No Meat Athlete (http://www.nomeatathlete.com/). I enjoy listening to the podcasts, and there are groups of people in different areas that meet up and share experiences, via Facebook. I'm also a big fan of "Oh She Glows."

I had a lot of success with WW PointsPlus program. Lost a bunch of weight and had a lot of support from the meetings. I think the weigh-ins also help me stay accountable, knowing that I can't fudge the number when someone else is entering it in. However, I started using their new SmartPoints program last week and I think…

I have had a lot of success using Jillian Michaels DVDs. I've done 30 Day Shred, Ripped in 30, Body Revolution, and a bunch of others. Add me if you want!

I just ordered a food scale for myself. Also, I use a heart rate monitor for all of my workouts. Thanks for the tips!

Thanks for the input everyone. I think the reason I second guessed myself with the protein powder is that it says on the label "Do not use this product in a weight-loss regimen." Why does it say that in the first place? I'm counting calories...

I've got experience with the "Love Pounds" too. After I started dating my now husband, I gained 30-40 pounds. After a lot of work and the utilization of Weight Watchers, I lost the extra pounds and got down to my goal weight. I recently got married in October, and in the last 2 and a half months, I've gained 10-15 pounds.…

I went to a nutritionist at my doctor's office and she told me that the best way to lose the 10 pounds I wanted off was to eat exactly 1200 calories everyday. And if I worked out I couldn't eat any more. After a few days of being a crazed, hungry, low-blood-sugar monster, I realized that I should probably eat a little…

I've had those moments myself, and my first reaction is always to turn to food. Some possible suggestions that I've found help me stay away from the pantry are: reading a good book, doing some craft that's productive (knitting, drawing, etc.), or exercise. One of the best ways that I unwind is just getting outside and…

The great thing about weight training is you get toned and you get more of what some call the "afterburn"--meaning after you've finished working out, your body continues to burn calories from that session. If you don't have equipment, you can start with simple squats, lunges, pushups, tricep dips, etc. There are a lot of…

I heard a great quote from Jillian Michaels that is my mantra after having a day off track (like I had this weekend). It's something along the lines of: "If you get a flat tire, you don't get out of the car and slash the other three tires. You fix the tire so you get back on the road." I wish you the best of luck with your…

I think almost any Jillian DVD is a great option! I especially love her 30 Day Shred and No More Trouble Zones. I've done Killer Buns and Thighs and Killer Abs a few times, so I'm not terribly used to it yet. I've had really good results with 30 Day Shred. It's a 3-2-1 structure of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT),…

I completed 30 Day Shred last month, and I found it challenging enough for me to see a difference at the end of the month. However, I've done several other Jillian workouts, which a broad range of difficulty. One of the things she suggests in her other videos is if it feels too easy, add weight or more weight, and pick up…

I'm the exact same way. After working out for a few months, my waist has gotten much smaller, but I'm carrying a good amount of fat on my hips and thighs. I know my legs are getting stronger with squats, lunges, etc. I can feel them when I flex. I still have about 10 pounds to lose, and I know once the fat is gone, I'll…

I'm a big fan of Jillian Michaels' DVDs. All of her workouts range from 20 minutes to 55 minutes, and I'll fit one in where I have the time. I suggest looking into 30 Day Shred, because it's a total body workout that's designed to burn fat, and there are 3 levels, based on your fitness. Best of luck!

Hello all! I'm a vegetarian of 15 years. Anyone who would like to add me as a friend, feel free! I enjoy meat substitutes, but I also love recipes and dishes without them.

I've been doing really well for the last week, staying on track with my eating and workouts. My weight hasn't budged! I need some motivation too, because the scale isn't offering me anything positive. Add me if you want

Hi all! I just finished level 2 of 30 day shred, and I haven't touched level 3 yet. I've been really impressed with the results I've seen. Even though I haven't really lost any weight (I don't have much to lose), I can tell that I'm smaller and tighter, and my core is definitely more toned. I was so impressed with…

I'm planning on finishing up level 2 this weekend and starting level 3 Sunday or Monday. To be honest, I'm a little freaked out! Level 1 was hard but doable. The first time I did level 2 I thought I was going to die or pass out or throw up. But I have seen crazy results. Granted I've been watching what I eat, but I've…

I'm a 5'3" vegetarian on a 1200 calorie diet. Tried going dairy free once and I just couldn't stay away from cheese. That in particular makes it hard for me to lose weight! I'm looking to lose about 15 pounds total and keep it off, this time for good. Anyone add me if you want!

I've personally had the same issue. If I weighted myself on one scale, I would almost certainly be different on another scale (at the gym or doctor's office). My approach is to weigh myself first thing in the morning on the same day of the week on the same scale. Assuming the scale isn't really messed up, you can at least…

Just happened upon this thread and saw all the inspiring stuff on here! Excellent thread! Keep up the great work everyone

If you go to "Settings" and click "Update diet/fitness profile" and fill in your info, it will tell you how many calories to eat according to your goal. Hope this helps! Best of luck!

I'm on day 20, my last day of level 2 on 30DS. It's unbelievable how much you can sweat after 20 minutes! I have done a lot of workout classes/DVDs/programs, but this is probably the quickest I've ever seen results. Yesterday, my fiance felt my obliques and he couldn't tell if it was muscle or bone! A piece of advice: if…

Wow, you guys rock! Thanks for the support and letting me know that I'm not alone. What I need to do is track my food, no matter what. Putting it out there online will probably keep me from going completely crazy. Thanks everyone!

Hi everyone, I just recently joined MFP because I have been yo-yoing like crazy. A few years ago, I was 25 pounds heavier than I am now, and I lost it successfully and kept most of it off. However, I've recently been going through a lot of life changes: getting married later this year, moving to a new city, searching for a…