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It's a single day out of so many more. I go out and enjoy my day and pick up and carry on the next. (Caution: If you've been super clean, it's worth exercising some caution and eating slowly and seeing how you feel as you go. You don't want to end up feeling physically sick while you are out.)

Welcome to the community. I wish you the best on your journey. I'm a "get up early" person so that I can work out. When I get home from work, I want to spend time with my family and that's it. I sacrifice about an hour of sleep to allow for that morning workout, and for me it is worth every penny. Someone else mentioned…

I would recommend starting with Walking, gradually increasing your pace over time. And for strength, you can use your own body weight. Things like jumping jacks, wall push ups and such.

Funny, I was just speaking to a friend who went through the same problems when trying to cancel....and the exact same feedback on the sports bras.

This is all great advice and I am compiling my shopping list for next week right now. I have added some Greek Yogurt, eggs and more to the list. Thanks everyone!!!

Thank you. I was eating back part of the calories (but again, I slacked on tracking.) Loss has slowed since January. I will go down 2 one week, up 1 the next and then down a half. Overall, it has been a bit of a wash. At your suggestion I will go back and punch in the numbers for something not sedentary. Thank you for the…

1330 on MFP. I have found since I went to that, my loss has slowed and not been consistent. I felt like I was getting really wrapped up in trying to calculate exercise calories and such. (I've slipped with some tracking and have recommitted to getting back to doing it proper.) When working out I do wear a HRM with a chest…

For what it is worth, my massage therapist gave me an amazing stretch to assist with sciatica. Sit on the ground, legs fully flat, feet placed against the wall. Sit up straight and link your fingers behind your head. Slump forward slowly....hold the stretch where you feel comfortable. Voila, the slump stretch.

I agree that it is a personal preference. If you've strictly been doing the elliptical, it might just be that you need to shake up the workout for a bit, and then you may find yourself wanting to go back to it. Worst comes to worst, if you dig that treadmill out, at least you have options with respect to your workouts. :)

Mary Brown's chicken...What I called "The Brown Plate." Chicken...taters...gravy. Brown (deep fried) chicken, brown taters, and brown gravy. And then I would put salt on it. (Insert eyeroll here.) I tried it not to long ago...and was instantly sick.

I started at 0 and now I put the incline at random percentages through my workouts. As someone above mentioned, you should be able to say a few words, but don't make yourself gasp for air. Incline is a great way to increase effectiveness of your workout, but remember that you do need to be careful to not use the handrails.…

Thanks for the feedback folks. The information I read online leads me to believe it is PF, but I'll make sure that I get it checked out properly. And yes, in the morning it is very painful. I have a feeling that I need to focus on some low impact cardio for the time being, until this clears up.

I have done some stair workouts, swapping out a normal cardio workout (walking, running) for this. I tend to do a set of stairs that has 168, and I do single step, then skip a step...and then I turn sideways and go up them using a cross over method with my legs. Typically I can barely move them a day or two later.

I can help you out.

I have also realized that nothing is off limits and just be careful when I satisfy a craving. Mini Halloween chocolate bars are amazing for this and I pack one in my lunch daily. And while I can't not keep treats in the house (gotta be fair to the hubby who can basically eat what he wants), if I want to indulge, I have a…

I have hungry days as well. I used to try to just deal with it but quickly realized that on some days where I worked out really hard, my body was demanding more nourishment. Try to stay away from the vending machines and give your body some healthy eats. Good luck!

I should clarify, the headache starts within 15-30 minutes of finishing my run. I always bring lots of water, mad I never experience this doing any other workouts. I have a feeling I might be jarring something when I run.

Can someone shed some light on how it works? I am considering buying HRM and hear that this one is great. Is it something you strictly wear on your wrist, or do you have to wear a chest strap as well? And I assume you can throw it on when working out and leave it off the rest of the day? Sorry for the super novice…

It happens and it's ok. Log the calories and try to have a better day today. Remember that it takes time for the body to respond and look different. It will happen for you. I have been discouraged before but then I remember that this is a journey...it didn't happen overnight and won't be undone overnight. (I always say…

I love this thread! It really helped to reinforce the whole "balance" thing. So much great advice. I had a 20 minute argument with myself over if I told have a Blizzard as a treat with my hubby. Logic won out. I worked out this morning, had a lot of calories left, and ended up with a "mini." It was great and I know that it…

Ha, this is me...rummaging for food and eating everything in sight. Well, not everything. There are cookies and cupcakes in sight but I'm munching on healthier foods. Glad to know I am not going crazy!

A 5km brisk walk on the treadmill this morning before work. Yesterday was an hour on the elliptical (intervals) and then a 3 km walk after work.

I have Kevin Spacey and his House of Cards to thank for the first 14 lost. A great way to pass time on both the elliptical and treadmill. Almost through season 2 and onto Homeland!