crystalstinson7 Member

I lost 50lbs in a year. Then I went on to lose 10 more to hit a weight of 122lbs. I'm 5'3". I'm back up to 130lbs right now because my body just didn't like being at 122lbs. It was a struggle to get there, and, obviously, not easy to maintain. Maintenance is a breeze at 135lbs. I've been trying to get back down for a…

Bike! Well, I thought the one above me had a bike. lol Oops. Lag. :smile:

Awesome!!! Doesn't it feel so good? :smiley:

It's water retention. Plus, you'll probably crave salty, fatty foods during this time, which doesn't help. Your body won't flush out the sodium as quickly. I have found that if I drink lots and lots of water it helps. I've tried to curb my cravings, but I just can't. They are, like, unbelievably strong. Luckily, I only get…

I just completed TWO of my cardio routines back to back ... LIKE A (SWEATY) BOSS!

I am right there with you! I'm 36 years old so I don't know if I'll ever bounce back. I've lost 60lbs in the last year. Plus, I've had a kid so I already had stretch mark issues. I keep telling myself to give it at least 2 years before truly worrying, but it's not easy. I use Jergen's Skin Firming Lotion, but I don't know…

1) How light on your feet you'll be. I find myself wanting to jump around or run just because I can. 2) How proud you'll be of your accomplishment, and how it will give you the confidence to tackle other goals. 3) That you'll not only lose inches, you'll lose years. Seriously, everyone looks at least 10 years younger when…

I don't have a husband so, thankfully, I haven't had to deal with this issue! My friend, and workout buddy, on the other hand, does and had to deal with this last year when we first starting walking together. We walk twice a week, that's it. But her SO would get so upset and pout (yes, pout), and go out of his way to make…

I like having friends--and I don't have that many active friends--because I like to see them post their workouts or complete their diaries. It makes me want to log my stuff! It doesn't make me competitive. I don't think, "Oh, Joe worked out for an hour. I need to go for an hour and half." It's not like that. It's more…

I am not done. I still have work to do. I really, really want to wear a bikini on the beach this summer (in June). Last year, I wore this bathing suit/dress thing, and while I was happy to actually be out and about with my daughter and not embarrassed to have my picture taken, I want to be completely confident and…

Going by measurements is so frustrating to me. I've lost almost 60lbs and my measurements don't seem to have changed as much as you'd think they should. I think there are a multitude of reasons for this, the first being errors on my part. I probably did it wrong in the beginning. Another thing that I struggle with is loose…

Will her personal trainer tell her this? She says she's going to ask her PT for a "go hard" plan for the big day, but, as you said, that might not be the answer. I just want to be there to help and support. If she needs to go seriously low cal, I want to be prepared to be there to say, "What are you having for lunch? Did…

I completely agree with you, but I don't see it happening. She's on MFP, but she doesn't log consistently. I've told her to get back to it. She could see where her eating is getting off track and logging her exercises--cardio or lifting--will make her feel accomplished. And, to be honest, I'm not sure that she prefers…

So ... um. Okay. I see I'm going to get some people telling me how I should do it, but this isn't for me. I'm less than half a pound from goal weight (YAY). This is for a friend who is getting married soon. She's wanting to lose about 2 dress sizes in 3 months--which I think is doable, but she's not been very successful in…

Okay. I understand that the more calories you burn, the better, so, logically, you should combine the two, but, hypothetically speaking, say you had to choose one. Which one?

For losing weight, obviously. If you were to combine a calorie deficit with one of these, which would make the fat melt faster? I apologize for not being concise in my original post.

I had a lady, who was a fellow member of a FB group, scoff at my walking once. I made the comment that I was looking forward to my walk that night, and I did say my 6 mile walk, and she said, "Oh, I remember the days when all I had to do was take a leisurely stroll." Her exact words because they've been burned into my…

I keep a snack drawer at work because snacking is my hardest issue. If I can keep good, healthy snacks around, it makes staying on track easier. Anyhow, I had a co-worker see my snack drawer and say, "Well!!! What's this? You have food? I thought you were on a diet?" Um, well ... First, it's not a "diet." Second, what do…

I have a question. This article states that a 120lb person burns approx 85 calories per mile and a 140lb person burns approx 95 calories per mile. It stands to reason, then, that a 130lb person would burn approx 90 calories per mile, correct? I weigh 126lb and I walk 6 miles 2 days a week. Last night, I logged my 6 miles,…

In the beginning I had this issue a lot. I had an eating disorder and was barely doing 800 calories a day. It jacked up my metabolism and led to a weight gain. I was told to get my eating under control--eat more--so that my metabolism would start working properly again by my doctor. Little by little, I learned, through…

You look wonderful! And I totally know what you mean about not wanting your picture taken. Every year we go to Myrtle Beach, SC and I hate having my pic taken. I'm hoping this year will be different. I don't want to exclude myself from family memories because of something I can change. Congrats!!!

Can I get in on this??? I have about 10lbs to lose and a bikini to feel comfortable in! I'd love to have some friends that are really going strong, logging every day and what not. I only have a few that do that. I find I'm more motivated to keep up if I see statuses regarding exercise. Please, add me! I'd add you all, but…

These are all such wonderful shots!!! I love how people can look completely different after weight loss. It's not just that their physiques change, their demeanor changes as well!! You all look so happy and confident ... and healthy. Congratulations and good work!!!!

This isn't really about a date, but I met someone online a LOOONG time ago who I really connected with. I saw his picture and even talked with him on the phone (all the time). When I finally started getting antsy about meeting--like after nearly a year--he would avoid the subject. He lived in New Jersey and had mentioned a…

Sometimes I think brownies might be worth getting fat for ...

FYI, I've lost over 50lbs with my inaccurate logging and taking a break, so does that not also qualify as experience? However, I wasn't giving advice, or seeking it, although sometimes people can't help themselves when it comes to adding their two cents. I was simply stating that I, too, had been in the OP's shoes, and…

I took a break during the Christmas holiday and when I got back at it the beginning of January I lost some more weight. Losing weight is not just a physical thing, it's a mental thing, and, yes, sometimes we need a break. For some, losing weight is a real challenge. I worked my *kitten* off last year, literally. I…

Oooooh, ok. Well, she doesn't have it herself. She just got a phone and she's closely monitored. I just mentioned to her that someone on here asked me to get it, and she was like, "No, Mom, don't. It's stupid. My friends use it." So I guess she knows. lol I do trust her and she's a smart one, but I know all about…

Okay, I have to know ... What is the deal with KIK? I've been asked if I have it, and I've heard my daughter say her friends use it. She's 11. Should I be concerned???

I'm from Kentucky and there are like no people from Kentucky on MFP!!! I feel so alone. :'(