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Counting, weighing and measuring works best for me . No excuses. :smile:

I stay away from fruit as I was prediabetic, but eat tons of veggies. I eat fruit on occassion if i am craving it. The veggies are enough to get my daily fiber and I have no problems

I started walking on the treadmill at 280 lbs 2 years ago. The only person that matters should be you. When I see someone just starting out I applaud them for having the courage to START and then to keep going. Measure yourself in progress.

I am gluten free and was borderline diabetic and had high blood pressure. I now am at goal weight and have great numbers for sugar , cholesterol, etc. Check out my food diary. Breakfast :eggwhites and veggies Lunch Salad and 2 oz lean meat Dinner 4oz lean meat and 2cups of veggies Snacks: gluten free protein bar, greek…

"Made to Crave" is what inspired me over the past 2 years. It is a Christian bible-based book.

I'm a no fruit person, but I do occassionally have a few strawberries or blueberries, just not a regulat basis. I like PB2 in my plain greek yogurt.

i got a whole new wardrobe. Everything from underwear, clothes, coats, even shoes!:smile:

Breakfast: egg whites and veggies or old fashioned oats and 7 walnuts Lunch: Salad with 2 oz lean meat and 2 Tablespoons dressing Dinner 4 oz lean meat and 2 cups fresh steamed veggies Snacks (3 or 4 a day): protein bar, greek yogurt, rice cake and PB, sugar free pudding, string cheese stick Dinner: Mon : pork loin, Tues…

Greek yogurt,natural peanut butter on rice cake(I only use 1 Tablespoon 16 g), egg whites and vegies, no-fat string cheese(Weight Watcher brand), real oatmeal with nuts or now I add ground flax meal. I have a gluten allergy so I don't use bread, pasta, or cereal.I don't usually have fruits, but lately have added a few in…

When I started exercising my heart rate was around 80 and when I walked on the treadmill 3-4 MPH it would get it to 150 and I was working hard at it, so I would back off on the rate of speed or incline to keep it near 150. A year later after exercising everyday and building up my endurance, my resting heart rate is 45-50…

eggplant and tomatoes over edemame(soybeans) healthy ,healthy, healthy

I just started running in Jan. after being obese and not into any type of athletics or sports until now. I am 56 yrs and now run on the treadmill 5-6 days a week plus I do an hour of pool exercise everyday. I started with a C25K program and now I run between 6 and 7 MPH and usually run 6.5 miles in an hour. I have run on…

I have been there also and I truly get it. I want to offer all the encouragement you need as I know what a war you are waging. Let those little victories help you along the way. There will be ups and downs, but keep going to see it thru.

No-fat cheese, lean meats, nuts--walnuts or almonds, but not too many, PB2 powder

I started my weight loss on the SB diet. Actually my doc recomended it as it fits well with a gluten allergy until you have to add back in whole grains. I ended up going to a nutritionist who tweaked the diet for me. You can check out my diary. After 2 years and 185 lbs lost I am quite pleased, however, the diet requires a…

I try to eat 100g of protein ,100 g carbs and 50 g fat in a1200-1500 cal diet. A nutritionist recomended this for me about a year ago based on my height, weight, activity level, and goals. I don't always reach my protein,but usually come close. I don't worry about fiber all that much because I don't have issues in that…

the only rice I eat is a rice cake with PB almost everyday. I avoid it otherwise because of too many cals and carbs and not enough benefits.

I run 6-7 miles a day. Running burns calories, but if you eat more because you are burning more calories and are hungrier, then you could just be breaking even or even gain wt..Running does help improve your heart muscle and get you fit. Also your leg muscles will improve, look better, and you will feel better.

I only lost a cup size or so, but 16 inches in band size. Everyone is different.

I have kept my weight off for 6 months and will be happy to answer any questions you might have. I cannot accept any more friend right now, but will answer any messages

I have been thru this many times over the past few years and FOR ME I found it better to deny the invitations explaining that at this time it was bettter for me to do the best thing for ME. Everytime I tried to go out and eat I ended up with a gain and felt miserable. I don't know if it was the way restaurant food is…

I love to hear it. After 27 years of marriage I still think it is important to SAY it and often. It goes both ways for the guy as well as the lady.

I eat no-wheat products because I have a gluten allergy.I did not lose weight by not eating bread because there are othere caloric substitutes (chips, soda, desserts) I lost weight when I counted calories and ate healthy foods.

I was so happy to read your post and what great advice for a newbie. I also started at over 300 lbs and decided to start running. I started walking at first (until I was under 200lbs) and then began a similiar C25K program in Jan of this year. I went to a running store and also ended up with a pair of Asics specifically…

When I was in my 20's I lost about 70 lbs and ll the loose skin went back. Unfortunately I am now 56 with 180 lb loss and I don't think this will be the case. My doctor said to give it a full year after my goal loss to see the total effects. I did aerobics (Jane Fonda style LOL) back then and now I run and work out in the…

Spaghetti squash, reduced fat provolone cheese , topped with zuchini & tomato

I try to eat 100g carb, !00g protein, and 50 g fat. It was suggested for me by my nutrtionist. It works for me.

I eat at least 6 times a day 150 cals breakfast and 250 cal lunch 2pm and 4pm snack 150-200 cals dinner 350 cals and late snack 120 cals totals 1200-1400 cals a day.

when I do my treadmill workouts I have noticed that each mile (USA) is equal to about 100-120 cals and only small differences for extra speed, intensity, and your weight. The incline a little more difference. I was disappointed about this as it seems it takes alot more to go faster LOL. At any rate, these are estimates and…

Happens to me and I soak in epsom ,"operate" to remove ingrown part and separate nail from toe and let out pus/blood if it is black from blood blister under the nail. This relieves the pressure and pain Big doses of neosporin on bandage. It usually heals in 2 days.If you are not too squeemish and can stand to do this it…