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I've been diagnosed with fibromyalgia too, though I think there might be something else going on. So many doctors appointments! So little time! At any rate, I'm about 50 pounds overweight which is certainly complicating my struggles with chronic pain. I'm glad to find others who are on this journey too, because losing…

It's definitely not flowery, but it might qualify as musky... My favorite is Estee Lauder Sensuous

^^ Just in case anyone missed it the first time.

I give myself 1 day a week to eat what I want without logging calories. I've lost 9.2 pounds so far, and find it's helpful for a couple of reasons: 1. I get the opportunity to socialize and go out for meals with friends without fussing over where we go or what I will eat. 2. I satisfy cravings that make it really easy for…

I'm currently wrapping up Week 3 of Ease Into 10k, and I think it's great. It's slightly more gentle than the Bridge to 10k...but both would be very helpful for what you're trying to accomplish! http://blog.bluefinapps.com/about-ease-into-10k/

My mom reached her goal weight when she started walking daily & eating right. So, yes it's enough, and it's good for you. Stick with it. :happy: 2 hours is fantastic!

Coffee with a half scoop of whey protein powder and I'm good from 7:30 to 12:30 -- no growling tummy!

This. Exactly.

Certifiable nerd.

I've made choices to cut sodium AND cholesterol and it's actually been cheaper. I used to eat Jimmy D's breakfast sandwiches and similar things -- they're flipping expensive!! The point is that what you're trying to achieve can be done and has been done by lots of people, but it takes planning and effort.

I pack a lunch every day at work and never use a microwave or fridge. (I do use ice packs in my insulated lunch bag). Here are some things I frequently bring: pineapple bananas pre-measured cottage cheese carrots & peanut butter (I buy the PB in to-go cups) protein bars pretzels raisins graham crackers greek yogurt…

Gender: Female Age: 31 Height: 5'6" SW: 175 CW: 166 GW: 140 NSV goals: Be a faster runner and complete my first 8k with no walking.

Toyota Corolla. LOVE IT!

On Super Bowl Sunday I walked 8.4 miles on the treadmill at 4% grade so I could eat the party food I wanted. So, yeah. I know EXACTLY what you're talking about. :laugh:

Like others have mentioned, I often will have my whole day filled in by 9 a.m. so I know where I stand throughout the day. If I decided later to alter what I eat, I can make those adjustments as I go along. I find this works really well for me because it allows me to plan for the sweets and carbs I crave without overdoing…

I hated running too! Dreaded the mile run in gym class. Never could complete one of those without walking. Then I did C25K. Not only can I run a mile without walking, but I've completed two 5ks and one 8k and ...I'm still running. :) YOU CAN DO IT!

At the beginning of January my doc told me my cholesterol was high. I don't recall my specific numbers, but she told me to "diet and exercise" and come back in 4 months for more blood work. I've been tracking my cholesterol, and have been coming way under the 300mg per day on most days. If I go back and nothing has…

Like others have suggested -- I think that the same old clothes might be the culprit. You'll look noticeably different in clothes made to fit your new body shape. :) In the meantime, be excited about how much progress you've made so far. You're doing a great job!!

Dude. That's just pure evil.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

March 4! Less than a month away. :)

Not only does my boyfriend cook most of our dinners, he even puts my portions on the kitchen scale for me! I realize I'm very lucky that he likes to cook and sees making dinner for me as some kind of challenge he must overcome. :happy: He still eats what he wants though--and eats lots of it. He also loves his candy and has…

skim milk eggs greek yogurt bacon carrots

Pizza. Mountain Dew. And anything you might label "dessert!"

I live on the west side of Indy now, but I'm originally from the Evansville area. Nice to meet you all!

I did D1L2 yesterday, and in some spots it seemed easier than L1 -- the walking push-ups, for example. But mostly I just feel really awkward doing the plank cardio stuff. First of all, my upper body is still pretty weak, even though I thought I was rippin' in L1! :wink: And I feel pretty uncoordinated when it comes to…

LOL! Me too. I got teary when I crossed the finish line of my first race after finishing C25K. It's a BIG deal. Keep up the great work! :glasses:

Indianapolis, IN

I'm in! 169 pounds.

SW: 175 CW: 169 GW: 140