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  • I love to have a treat after dinner, whereas I don't really crave sweets during the day. I've been pre-logging my after dinner treat, so when choosing breakfast and lunch I can make sure I stay under calories for the day. As long as your treat is around 200-400 cals there really shouldn't be a reason you can't fit it in to…
    in My snack calories are keeping me from reaching my goals! Comment by _cdaley April 2014
  • I understand the instinct to be embarrassed but honestly, the massage therapist could most likely not care less. I work at a health club that has a spa and I've chatted with therapists about this- I was curious if they ever got grossed out by clients. The responses I got basically were that they don't really even "look" at…
    in Exercises for plantar fasciitis? Comment by _cdaley April 2014
  • This was mentioned by another commenter, but a health/fitness challenge in your workplace could be a cool way to try and switch up the environment. I'm sure it's different because you don't work for a big company, but I work for a gym and there are several companies who do this sort of thing. For example, they will pay for…
    in Binging on free food at work Comment by _cdaley April 2014
  • Like others have said, definitely continue to incorporate things you like! I just personally didn't realize how many calories were in some of the things I thought of as "normal" food. My boyfriend and I used to split what I thought was a normal sized frozen pizza for dinner- two decent sized slices per person came out to…
    in Losing weight the right way... Comment by _cdaley April 2014
  • I joined MFP 13 days ago with the goal of losing 20lbs, and I initially set it to lose 2 lbs a week. MFP put me at 1250 calories, which I tried for a few days. I was hungry most of the time. I decided to change my goal to 1lb per week, which puts me at 1650 calories (I am "lightly active") This is much better for me…
    in 295lbs How many cals? Comment by _cdaley April 2014
  • It would be so sad to completely give up chocolate! I do what others have mentioned- a few squares of really good, high cacao dark chocolate. Or, for a treat, I'll pop in to Teuscher and buy one or two truffles. They are like $3.50 a pop, but so delicious and rich that one really is enough. As part of a lifestyle change, I…
    in I need chocolate and sugar replacements! Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • You look awesome! Hair is on point and the shaped eyebrows make a big difference, too. So cool to see.
    in 115 lb. loss, 40 lb. loss, today. Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • Not a whole chicken, but my favorite chicken crock pot recipe lately is SO easy and yummy. 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and a small jar of salsa. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4. Shred the meat with two forks, it falls apart. Delicious on its own, on tacos, or on salad. It is juicy and so tender so it…
    in Crockpot Chicken? Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • I used to be a ballet dancer and was not only fit, but could do pretty amazing things with my body. After college and entering the working world I stopped exercising almost entirely and gained 20lbs. I am now working on losing the weight and getting back in to shape, but man was it hard to realize that my body just can't…
    in Is it supposed to be this hard? Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • Yes! Bought a gorgeous pair of Joie pants a few weeks ago that are a size too small and hung them up for motivation. I am currently a size 10, looking to get back to my regular size 6/8 self. Little tip- if you can, do this at Nordstrom or Bloomies. If you lose the weight and the item doesn't fit right for some other…
    in Buying clothes in your goal size. Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • Honestly, if you're drinking, stop. Or cut back and watch what you order. I know you are not 21 but I also know what went on when I was in college a few years ago. Between the hundreds of calories you might be consuming in alcohol and the almost inevitable late night binging that usually goes with it, you could be doubling…
    in Struggling to lose weight at college please help Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • Lost 20lbs 4 years ago after gaining it due to turning to food to cope with an unhealthy romantic relationship. It took about 6 months. I didn't count calories but I definitely watched what I ate and exercised very regularly. I maintained this weight and lost a bit more (4-5 lbs) over the next 3 years. Joined MFP 2 days…
    in How long did it take? Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • I used to be very fit and extremely active. Two years of a stressful and all consuming job later, I was up 20lbs and hardly ever exercised. Final straw was going on a trip to Miami and not going in the ocean or pool because I was too embarrassed to put on a bathing suit. That, and not being able to fit in to any of my…
    in When was your last straw that made you want to change? Comment by _cdaley March 2014
  • I would suggest seeing a psychologist, if you can. Online communities like this can be great places to find support, but based on what you wrote, I think you might benefit from talking to a professional. It sounds like your eating behaviors are pretty deeply tied to emotional/control issues, which you seem to recognize.…
    in I think I have a problem with food...and need help! Comment by _cdaley March 2014
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