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I started an exercise program about six months before starting my diet. I had been in and out of physical therapy for back problems, and after one series I met a trainer at the PT facility who specialized in taking people "of a certain age" from post-PT to a higher level of fitness. I was 255 lbs at the time. The sessions…

This is not only the best turkey meatloaf I've ever had, it's the tastiest meatloaf of ANY kind I've ever had. Sometimes I use quinoa prepared as called for by the recipe, sometimes I use a cup or so of leftover Near East Quinoa Brown Rice blend, sometimes I use prepared couscous. I use two eggs instead of one as a binder,…

In shedding weight I've also shed medications. At 255 lbs I was on a heart medication, two blood pressure pills, and a statin for cholesterol. In the process of getting to 175 lbs I've dropped the heart medication, one of the BP pills, and the statin; and just yesterday my doc cut the dose of the remaining blood pressure…

Had breakfast this morning at the coffee shop near work, where I haven't been since starting my diet. I sat in one of their notorious one-person mini-booths -- and I fit, with room to spare!

My energy level has skyrocketed recently -- I can't seem to tire myself out!

In my case, sleep apnea was a direct result of my excess weight -- in fact, it was the apnea diagnosis, and the idea of being tied to a cpap machine for the rest of my life, that convinced me I had to lose the weight. I got the apnea diagnosis on a Wednesday afternoon, and began my diet on Thursday morning. I started at…

ALL of this!

At 6' I'm at 175, down 80 lbs from a high of 255 after two years of diet/exercise. My original goal was to drop 20 lbs, but having hit that, there didn't seem any reason not to keep going. So I set a series of short-term reachable goals--200 lbs, 180 lbs, etc.--with the idea that if I stuck there, I would still have…

I go through a tub or two of Fage 2% every week -- I'm totally addicted. For dinner I often mix it half and half with a microwaved package of chopped spinach plus seasonings for a quick and yummy "creamed spinach" side, or add it to new potatoes and/or cauliflower as a sub for butter in a tasty mash. But whatever else I…

OH yeah -- breakfast = low carb pita bread with two TBSP of peanut butter, and coffee; lunch = "Kale Caesar" salad with double turkey at Fresh & Co here in NYC. I switch it up at dinner, but breakfast and lunch are almost always the same. I keep waiting to get tired of these menus, but 22 months in and 80 lbs down and it…

I've lost 80 lbs over 18 months, and while I bet my trainer would downplay his role in my weight loss, I think he was a major factor. I started seeing him fresh out of PT for a back injury, and as I got more into the exercise routine, he'd keep telling me -- always in a lowkey, professional, non-hectoring way -- "we could…

Health issues did it for me, too. At 255 lbs the extra weight was constantly aggravating a back injury, and I was pre-diabetic. But it was the diagnosis of severe sleep apnea that made me get off my butt -- I have a horror of those cpap machines, so I made a deal with my doctor: give me six months to lose some weight, and…

Baby carrots -- I know, sounds pitiful and un-snack-like, but a handful of carrots keeps my stomach from grumbling, and I like the crunch and sweetness.

ALL. OF. THIS.

I felt the same when I hit my goal weight. I've been around the weightloss-does-not-equal-perfect-happiness block before, and this time I'm following the advice of these other posters: setting new fitness goals, focusing on what my new body can do instead of how it looks, and rejoicing in BIG health improvements.

I get variations on the "Don't lose any more weight" crack all the time. It will make me furious if I let it; but usually I just count to ten, and don't engage. After all, *I* sometimes have trouble associating the 175-lb. guy I see in the mirror with the 255-lb. guy I was 2 years ago, and I guess other people find it…

255 lbs in August 2013, 180 lbs in February 2015.

I started at 6 ft, 255 lbs; my initial goal was to lose 20 lbs -- then 30, then 60, then 75. I reached my GOAL goal weight of 180 lbs just a few weeks ago. Now, on to the next goal: body recomposition!

Mussels steamed in white wine with garlic and shallots, over linguine. (I'm on maintenance!)

I like my trainer's approach. I only see him once a week, but he regularly asks me what I'm doing in my home workouts. He is always willing to help me fine-tune that part of my exercise routine, and often adjusts our session to focus on exercises I DON'T do at home.

I've been using a trainer for about 18 months, and I'm a convert. He works at the PT facility where I was being treated for back problems, and he took me over from the therapists -- in addition to pushing my fitness level from zero to, well, better -- no more back problems! -- he convinced me to lose weight. It was…

Apples, pears, or other fruit in season Broccoli Spinach Salad fixings: romaine, cherry tomatoes, etc. Peanut butter Hummus Greek yogurt (2%) Milk (2%) Chicken tenders Ground turkey Salmon filets Canned salmon, tuna, sardines, anchovies Joseph's Flax Oatbran & Wholewheat Flour Pita Bread (Regular Size) Fresh grated…

I'm a Jif fan. The difference in calories (my main concern) between processed and natural is miniscule, and I like my PB smooth and creamy. I have 2 tbsp on whole wheat pita 3-4 times a week for breakfast -- I love it, and it keeps me going all morning until lunch.

^THIS. It's been 20 years since I was of a size to appreciate clothes, but MAN am I making up for lost time!

I glaze mine with Tamari and olive oil, then add garlic powder, and a pinch of herbes de Provence. I often add a cauliflower mash as a side dish -- cauliflower steamed until soft, then mashed with Greek yogurt and 4 tbsps or so of grated parmesan. Yummy.

I was shopping for dress shirts today. The saleslady looked at me consideringly and said, "Slim fit." I could have kissed her!

I maintained at 191 lbs, despite some epic calories spikes. I was able to get in a fair amount of exercise, which was fortunate, since on most days I ate back every single one of those calories. Not bad. But I had hoped to have dropped another couple of pounds by now -- I have to shop for some serious work clothes this…

My primary GERD symptom was shortness of breath, particularly at night. It started all of a sudden in August 2008, and it took forever to identify the cause. None of the medications I tried seemed to help. I hoped that losing weight would make a difference, and it did, eventually, but only recently, when I got to 190 lbs…

1800, which is 300 over budget. I've been on track for most of these holidays, though, so I'm not stressing.

Just off the top of my head: Chef Boyardee anything salisbury steak Frosted Flakes, Trix, Lucky Charms, etc. Instant mashed potaoes Koolaid Kraft mac & cheese I could go on and on ...