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HA HA HA HA... so cute! Love the new profile pic!

It took me a few times to quit. I always went back. I smoked about a pack a day at my worst. One day, I woke up and quit. It was time and I was ready. I have never felt better. It has been 6 years. You can do this! Smoking solves nothing, it only pollutes your body, yellows your teeth, and makes you stink.

pushups, situps, squats, lunges, running... all free!

I am one week in, 3 more weeks to go with no drinking. I have put the wine that I bought for the holidays down in our tenant's closet so I can't get to it as easily. Forgot it was down there until I had to do laundry this weekend. I almost caved this weekend but I told myself I had to start all over with my 4 weeks no…

I have oral allergies and it can be rough. I most allergic to apples, peaches, nectarines, cherries, and almonds. Sometimes I just deal with it and drink a ton of water to keep the itching down but other times I have to figure out a way to alter the fruit. My doctor said 2-5 seconds in the micro will alter apple's skin…

celery sticks and 1 triangle of Laughing Cow light swiss

If you eat out, split your plate in half. Eat one half while out, save the other half for another meal. If it helps, ask the waiter to package up half your meal before you even get your meal.

Two bean soup with kale. I also add rotisserie chicken for more protein. http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000001924699 Actually, it is raining here in Portland, OR making me want warm comfort food. I think I will make this for Sunday dinner. :-)

I get in at least 12-16 glasses (8oz) a day. I still feel like I am always thirsty but I sweat a ton during my workouts.

I think it is definitely an acquired taste. It took me some time to stomach it. It is thicker than regular yogurt and can be bitter, especially plain. I LOVE Fage 0% Plain with 2 teaspoons of Trader Joe's Reduced Sugar Preserves mixed in. I eat this an hour before my workouts, yum!

I have had to almost cut alcohol out because it is hindering my weight loss. It stinks because I love a glass of wine after a long day but that glass ALWAYS turns into 2 or 3. Ooops :-)

I have recently added these to my playlist: Hello Good Morning - Diddy-Dirty Money On to the Next One - Jay Z Make Her Say - Kid Cudi Just a Lil Bit - 50 Cent

USA!

I am losing inches and the scale is not moving except maybe 1 pound per month. Just keep measuring your success with the tape measure and not the scale. I was having a hard time this past month but my measurements told me to celebrate! Now, I do not get on the scale until 1 month has passed, then I measure to be sure I am…

I use Nike+ if you would like to add me as a friend here and Nike+. I could use a little more running in my life. I love the challenges. I used the pouch for awhile now and it worked just fine. Now, I have Nike+ shoes and they are great, nice and comfy but on the expensive side.

I would use measurements as your guide instead of the scale. My scale has been going between 205 and 200 for the past couple months BUT my tape measure and my clothes are telling me a different story. I take part in Crossfit-style workouts and I am gaining a ton of muscle which could be why the scale is not moving. So I…

My boyfriend will usually eat what I eat because I don't eat a lot of diet type foods, I just cook in a lighter style (Cooking Light is awesome!). If he doesn't like it then he knows he has to fend for himself. I also will tweak his meal a tiny bit. For example, I love steamed veggies but he likes his a little fattier so I…

I am a Nike+ user. Feel free to add me as a friend and on Nike+ (bobobbin). I tend to join the challenges to keep me motivated. My daily workouts generally include shorter runs then I will get in a longer run 2-4 times a month.

I got a HRM this weekend and am so happy I did. I workout with a trainer who does a Crossfit style workout and I was very curious how many calories I was actually burning. There seems to be about 100 calories burned difference between what I was logging and my HRM. Now there is no guessing! Enjoy!

No, I haven't stopped. I have cut down tremendously. I only allow myself a glass or two of wine on one weekend night.

Congrats Robin!! I am so happy for you! You are my motivation :-)

lots of squats and lunges... every time I do them, I think about the tighter my bum and legs will be if I keep going!

You could get the burrito bowl and customize it. I usually just get the meat, lettuce, and salsa. I keep off the cheese, sour cream, and rice.

I was on Trivora but then it caused me to get excruciating migraines. After talking with my GYN, she said most hormonal birth control will probably give me the same side effects. No thanks! So I moved to an IUD. It was covered by my insurance which is awesome because it is an expensive upfront cost. Definitely discuss your…

I am up for the challenge. I will send a friend request.

You look amazing! Great job so far. You will lose the last 60 with no problem!

I have really bad oral allergy to tree fruits, some nuts (almonds), and some veggies (snap peas). My doctor advised me to micro the apple for 5 seconds (I think?) then put it in the fridge for a bit. This will change the chemistry of the fruit so my body won't think I am eating tree pollen. It works. The other foods, I…

My office is notorious for bringing in nothing but sweets - donuts, brownies, etc. Luckily they stay in the other room. However, they walk around offering them to people. When one woman gets to my desk she insists and insists until I finally have to get rude about it then she is insulted. Annoying....

Some more that get me moving... Hip Hop/Dance: Krazy - Pitbull I Know You Want Me - Pitbull Don't Stop the Music - Rihanna Beggin' - Madcon Turn Me Loose - Madcon Liar - Madcon Around the World - Daft Punk Move, Shake, Drop Remix - DJ Laz, Flo Rida & Casely Hollaback Girl - Gwen Stefani Alternative/Rock songs: Sometime…