nicolette311

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  • 1. SW - 200 2. SBF - 28 3. CW - 159 4. CBF - 23 5. Do you eat back exercise calories? (Y/N) - sometimes, if I have a vigorous workout, I usually do, but I keep it lean and I do lots of little portions through the day, good luck!
    in Weight loss vs Fat loss Comment by nicolette311 August 2012
  • I've been at it since march and I'm down roughly 40 lbs. Believe me, there are days, even weeks where I wonder if what I'm doing is doing anything anymore. But keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat, and keep an eye on the calories, drink lotso water too! Make sure to eat 6 times a day, little portions, just to keep…
    in Having a hard time Comment by nicolette311 August 2011
  • Ha! I feel ya, they should get one, lol
    in AAAHHH! Big NSV!!!!! Comment by nicolette311 August 2011
  • Thanks everyone! Encouragement is key! ;)
    in AAAHHH! Big NSV!!!!! Comment by nicolette311 August 2011
  • Haha! Love your story! I go for "runs" too, lol. I do the same exact thing you do! And having the same experience, running for about 2 minutes and power walking for 4-5 in between, and my arms are looking pretty dang amazing too I must say! Keep up the "running"! LOL. Anything you do helps, we don't have to run a marathon…
    in NSV that I didn't expect Comment by nicolette311 August 2011
  • Grape nuts is definitely filling: http://caloriecount.about.com/calories-post-grape-nuts-cereal-i8329 Special K has that beat though: http://caloriecount.about.com/calories-special-k-i8067 Cheerios is great, just add a banana to make it filling! http://caloriecount.about.com/calories-big-g-cheerios-i115982 Kashi GoLean is…
    in morning cereal Comment by nicolette311 August 2011
  • Yay! Good for you! I started back in March at 200, and I'm 5'7", and big boned, lol. I'm already down to 158, tryin to get to 145. If I can do it, you totally can, I was so lazy, still am sometimes :) Keeping track of what you're putting into your body, and how many calories you burn really really helps! I kinda look at it…
    in Inspired by long-time MFP user.. Let's do it! Comment by nicolette311 July 2011
  • Welcome and congrats on getting started on this journey! Keep on using this tool everyday, b/c let me tell you, if you don't log in one day, it turns into 2, then 3, and well...you'll start noticing you're not keeping track of your caloric intake, anyways, just drink lots of water, make sure you're taking in enough…
    in Newbie and need some encouraging words!! Comment by nicolette311 July 2011
  • Awesome shoulders!
    in Rate the person above you! ( PART II) Comment by nicolette311 July 2011
  • Yay! Keep it up, don't you feel so great knowing that YOU and YOU alone did it!? Congrats!
    in I'm under 140! Comment by nicolette311 June 2011
  • I started at 195, currently down to 161, I'm 5'7", and my goal is 140-145. It's been a wild ride and I wouldn't go back for anything! Keep it up girls, we can do it!
    in 5"6 ladies- whats your goal? Comment by nicolette311 June 2011
  • Oh, and I just use 5 lb. weights, nothing fancy!
    in What do I do with these weights? :) Comment by nicolette311 June 2011
  • use this link, this lady Jennifer is great! Use the tips in this link and check out other videos she has by searching youtube.com with FitnessRx for Women, hope this helps! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-75c6R4G2CY&feature=related
    in What do I do with these weights? :) Comment by nicolette311 June 2011
  • Great! Keep logging in, it's gonna help you be motivated, I promise!
    in Almost one week in an doing ok ! Comment by nicolette311 May 2011
  • If you're looking for jeans, try Hydraulic brand, they have the best fitting jeans ever! they have a little stretch and they come in larger sizes! I find them at Gordmans or Kohls all of the time. If you looking for pants, try Ann Taylor or Lane Bryant!
    in Pants for "thick waisted" women Comment by nicolette311 April 2011
  • That's amazing! Keep up the good work! That "tire" will be a "flat tire" in no time FLAT! Lol, good luck!
    in LOVE me some MFP Comment by nicolette311 March 2011
  • I feel for ya! I agree with some of the other posters, talk to your school, the kitchen manager, whoever you can that has any say so, and get others involved. You can't be the only one trying to eat healthy there! Start a group, get petitions signed, as you said, you are paying to go to school there, they should listen to…
    in Don't know what to eat, limited choices Comment by nicolette311 March 2011
  • it's definitely the carbs too, darlin, there's a delicate balance you want to have on those. If you use the food tracker on here, it's really easy to keep an eye on everything. :)
    in I'm within my calories & gaining weight Comment by nicolette311 March 2011
  • I agree with the others, less sodium more water, and muscle gain will keep you the same weight or add some. Take your measurements every few weeks too. Even if you've gained weight, but only gained muscle, your measurements will shrink even if your weight is a bit more. This is a good thing! Trust me, keep on keepin on,…
    in I'm within my calories & gaining weight Comment by nicolette311 March 2011
  • Don't beat up on yourself for a slip, it'll only make it worse and make yourself more discouraged. Just keep on the right track as much as possible and work off those calories if you can! You're going to have days like this once in a while, just be prepared to coach yourself through it and make meal plans for the coming…
    in Bad food day - HELP!! Comment by nicolette311 March 2011
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