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I use the different flavors of Mrs Dash

Ghiradelli Chocolate Squares - 2 squares of either the 72% or 86% cacao with a cup of coffee stops the sweet and chocolate cravings for me. As for the salty....I eat some raw almonds or some air popped corn with a few sprays of I can't believe it's not butter and some garlic and pepper instead of the salt.

Yes! Those were the first thing to go. Now my loss was not as dramatic as Brey1986 but I have gone from a DD to a C and my back is ever so grateful

eggs and brains are on the menu at most restaurants here in the south and I have had it many times :) Jello & Miracle Whip

Bloody Mary Cranberry Juice and Vodka White Russian Oh hell, ANYTHING with Vodka.......I LOVE VODKA

I am new to running as well. Am on week 7 of a C25K program. The hubs and I walk/jog/run outside. (His idea NOT mine) Last night it was 18 degrees and the hubs had to drag my butt out there because I am a WIMP when it comes to the cold, but let me tell you, it actually helps me to keep running or jogging because it is too…

Congrats on your loss! I think that is fabulous! :) Your hard work is paying off. I imagine that you are cooking healthier meals and your husband is now eating them and reaping the benefits as well. I completely understand your frustration. My hubs is losing more and faster than I am and while he is eating the healthier…

3 kids in college means little to no money to spare for gym membership. The hubs and I do our walking/jogging outside and our strength training at home

I KNOW how you feel. I am 44, 5'6" and had a starting weight of around 315 or more. I had not actually weighed when I first started out but I had increased one size and needed to go up another. So far I have lost over 70 lbs and am currently at 226, Was wearing size 24 (needed to be wearing 26) am am now in a size 16…

Ha! I have coffee running in my veins instead of blood! I drink at least 2 pots a day if not more and that is on top of my 8-10 glasses of water. I think I would keel over if I did not have my coffee. My coffee mug has a cute lil pic with a horse leaning on his stall gate (go figure) and a cup of coffee in hand that says…

adw I am closer to you than to Memphis :) sent you FR

I smoked for 30 over years and I quit cold turkey 4 months ago. I LOVED smoking, & would smoke right now if not for a few things. 1. I CAN BREATHE!!! 2) My husband actually wants to be around me now that I no longer stink and I taste good (he quit 3 years ago) 3. Physically I can do things I never would have believed…

all over! mostly around my lower stomach area, thighs and arms tho

Polar HRM, but it depends on what you want it to do as to which one you should get Go to the polar website and use the product finder and it will help you decide what to purchase.

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I suggest using RunKeeper as well. I have RunKeeper running on my phone as well as using my HRM when do my C25K workout. The difference is usually about 70-75 calories between the 2 of them. I just like to see what the difference is.

For what you are wanting I would suggest a Polar FT4 or an FT7 Heartratemoitorsusa.com has the FT4 starting at $60

I have never run before but have recently decided I wanted to give it a try so I downloaded the podrunner intervals 1st Day to 5K series and am currently on week 5! Looking forward to finishing it.

You are looking Fabulous!

I have noticed a huge difference in how soft my skin is. One of my daughters also remarked on it the other day when she took hold of my arm and I had on short sleeves. If you do not like water and do not want to use the artificial flavors, which are not that good for you, then try adding some orange slices or some frozen…

I have the gold's gym resistance tubes, and they are great! only about $15

I also LOVE chocolate and I do not bother to deprive myself of it either. I just changed the way I eat it. For example - Dark Chocolate (at least 72% Cacao) is good for you in small quantities. I will buy a bag of the Ghirardelli chocolate squares or the blocks of Godiva chocolates and will have 1 or 2 squares as a snack…

Starting Weight 235 CW 233 I was so pleased that I still lost a little weight even after all the festivities that went on this week! It has been hard to stay on track today tho!

I use RunKeeper and LOVE it! My husband uses CardioTrainer and prefers it. Both are good apps RunKeeper has a map of where you went, will give you all sorts of good information at different intervals during your workout (you choose when) like avg pace and distance as well as current pace and distance. At the end of your…

the best thing to do would be to check out some diaries and see what interests you

OMG I would go crazy if I somehow ended up being pregnant! Thank goodness the hubs had a V about 20 yrs ago ! *note to self* lets get him tested to make sure the little swimmers are still not getting thru!

mine have been just the opposite. They have gotten lighter instead of heavier as well as shorter. Cramping has also gotten better You may want to consult your OBGYN

This time of year it is easy to get lazy. I am bad about it and am very fortunate that my husband is willing to listen to me grump and gripe while gently encouraging me to get up off my *kitten* and work out. At least you are logging in. Something will catch your eye and motivate you to get back on track. Try one of the 5…

microwave omelet are good and quick and run anywhere from 115-150 calories depending on what veggies you add (please note there is no cheese in this omelet) you can purchase the egg substitute or use egg whites (1/2 cup egg substitute or 3 egg whites) spray microwave safe dish with non-stick olive oil spray add egg mixture…

Try this website http://www.djsteveboy.com/intervals.html It has several things to offer like a Gateway to 8K, Freeway to 10K and a couple of others if you are wanting to run. There are also lots of and lots of different podcasts with set BPMs that you can run to. If you have an iphone there is the podrunner app you can…