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YOU are in charge of YOU and how YOU feel. No one else. Don't give her permission to make you feel bad about the awesome progress you've made and continue to make! Do you have second-hand clothing stores where you live? Like Goodwill or something? You can get super-cheap, nice clothes that will fit you better to get you…

Oh, yeah, you could eat 200+ grams of protein and still be OK! So dig into that almond butter! :happy:

Being over on protein is not a problem. MFP's protein number is set too low for most people. I think the recommended amount is about 1 gram per pound of body weight. I wouldn't worry about going over in protein. If you're eating well, you should be going over MFP's protein level every day. As for fat, remember to separate…

Easily the best post I've ever read on MFP -- honest, straight-forward, and with steps that are achievable for anyone who reads it. Thanks so much for sharing your journey and what you've learned with everyone! :flowerforyou:

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1. I ate what MFP recommended to lose 1.5 lbs/week at first, then tapered off to 1 lb/week and then half lb/week. Now I'm at maintenance, but I'd love to lose a few more pounds to get to 40 lbs lost even (I know -- like it matters!). 2. I ate most of my calories back. I tried to stay within 300 calories of what MFP says…

Yep, measure and go more by how your clothes fit than the scale. The scale can be deceiving. See this thread for visual proof: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/580019-the-scale-is-a-lying-torture-device-i-m-proof

Best. NSV. Ever. Yes, do watch "Buffy" when you can. And "Angel" is awesome, too (two of my fave series). "Firefly" and the movie ("Serenity") are also good. You know, 'cause Joss Whedon rocks. And so do you! Keep up the great work! What a fun way to track how much you've accomplished! :happy: ~ Ann

I've had mine for about a year with no problems. Here's what I do: ALWAYS run the conductor pads under the tap before using (I use hot water so it's not so chilly on my skin in the a.m.) :smile: RINSE WELL after every workout, and allow to air dry WASH in washing machine (no special bag needed) in hot water after every…

I have a Polar FT4 HRM and LOOOOOVE IT! Best fitness money I've spent so far (you can get one for $60-$80 online). I use it to track calories burned during my workouts. I also recently got a Fitbit, but I don't depend on it for workouts (just my activity the rest of the day, and my sleep). Here's a Fitbit review I posted…

Yeah, I agree: The time of day you eat doesn't matter in terms of weight loss. Depending on what you eat, though, you might not sleep well (everyone is different, obviously). But you could easily eat 200 calories in, say, almonds, or crackers/baby carrots and hummus or toast with peanut butter or something like that. If…

Mmmm ... bump for later! Thanks!:flowerforyou:

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All good info, cynthials! Thanks! I've thought about trying the premium site sometime ... mmm ...

I just posted a review here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/489011-fitbit-review-with-pros-and-cons

Nope, "busty" shouldn't matter, because you put the strap *under* your bust -- pretty much where your bra band is right now. That also helps it stay there securely, for obvious reasons. :wink:

You're very welcome! :smile: I forgot to mention that I also like that it syncs wirelessly, if you are within 15 feet of the computer with the software and the base is plugged in there. The battery lasts for a long time, too (they say 3 days). I usually just charge mine (on the base) while I shower; so far that's been…

I just posted a review. I've had a Fitbit for a few weeks now: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/489011-fitbit-review-with-pros-and-cons

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Amazing, inspiring -- I'm speechless and that doesn't happen often! :laugh: Just ... wow! WAY TO GO!!!!:happy: ~ Ann

Initially, my goal was 140. Then I kept going and kept losing -- I'm apple-shaped, so I still have fat to lose in my belly, hips and thighs. I'm at 129 now; my new goal is 125. I want to give myself 5 lbs of wiggle room, figuring I can (hopefully) maintain between 125 and 130. But losing the last bit is a sloooow process…

^^ What he erickirb said. I only have about 5-7 lbs to go, and I don't lose if I have it set higher than a half-pound loss per week. Also, when/if you go to the doc, have him/her check your thyroid levels as well. Good luck! :smile:

Some pedometers can estimate calories burned, but only if you enter your vital info (gender, weight, height, walking stride length, running stride length). I have one that does that. Most simple pedometers only count steps and distance traveled (based on your stride). If you have one of those and want to estimate calories…

I jog in place on mine, while watching TV. :smile: I use my HRM to calculate calories burned. Usually it's about 400 in an hour (I'm 129ish pounds now, and 5'4"). But there are DVDs and all kinds of programs out there for other stuff to do on them -- I think they call it "rebounding."

Birthdays and holidays are hard for everyone -- I mean, who doesn't want to be able to splurge a little and enjoy all the yummy food? A few days aren't enough to throw you completely off track unless you let them. Just jump back into it! The difference between the old you and the new you is that you won't let a short…

Fantastic work!! You look great and very happy! Keep it up, hon! :happy:

Kenosha. :smile:

All you really need for a wedding is two people who love each other and want to marry (bride and groom), a marriage license, an officiant and a witness. All the rest is fluff. If you are happy, your guests will be happy; that's all that matters. I don't know about getting to a size 14, but you'll have to decide if that is…

All you really need for a wedding is two people who love each other and want to marry (bride and groom), a marriage license, an officiant and a witness. All the rest is fluff. If you are happy, your guests will be happy; that's all that matters. I don't know about getting to a size 14, but you'll have to decide if that is…