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I think it's the same reason why I was able to gain so much weight and not notice because my clothes still fit: you might be losing in areas that don't really affect the fit. For example, I gained about 50 lbs while still wearing the same clothes - it wasn't until I started noticing things tight in my waist/chest that I…

I think I am at #4 right now. I'm prepared for the idea that, as the winter months are approaching & my favorite exercise options are going away, success might be maintaining over the holidays vs. losing.

I went back about 6 days in your diary - where are your dinners? I see a big list of "PM Snacks" but no dinners.

The only thing I hate more than candy corn or white chocolate are circus peanuts. Zero temptation here.

I actually don't have any problem w/ the water, but here is a tip for some. For Xmas this year, we received a water infusion pitcher. There is a plastic tube that slides into the pitcher - you fill the tube with sliced lemons, limes, oranges, cucumber, watermelon, mint leaves - whatever! Leave it in as you refill the…

When I was younger, yogurt was tart. Then, for the American palate, the various yogurt brands started making really sweet yogurts. The greek yogurts go back to the more tart version, which I like. Like any yogurt, you can get plain or flavored. I can't stand the super-sweet ones like the yoplait cream pies and such, so…

Excellent! We're the same height - I hope my difference is as dramatic when I get to 39 lbs!

I just heard about it on here yesterday, checked it out, and I think it is unsustainable and unhealthy. I look at your success in your signature line & wonder why you would consider it. Oh - those are your goals - not progress so far. LOL.

It sounds to me like dehydration. One time I had to leave my yoga class, if you can believe it, for nausea - and they sat me down & gave me water. It wasn't even one of those hot classes, and I've been taking yoga for almost 30 years...

peas, chopped scallions, soy or teriyaki sauce, sauteed onions, spinach. chopped up crystallized ginger pieces.

pasta. I thought having occasional meatless meals, or that since it was low-fat it was good. I knew it was a carb, obviously, but didn't realize how many calories were packed into a tiny serving.

Welcome! I started at the end of May & this is the first time I have had any luck with weight loss in 20 years! I'm having so much fun fitting into old clothes or showing people how baggy everything is on me. Feel free to friend me if you like!

I like my recumbant bike as I can read or watch TV, and it takes less space than a treadmill or elliptical. In front of the tv, I sometimes march in place, do yoga stretches, some reps with hand weights.

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Sometimes you have no choice but to go over, but why not make it a "cheat meal" instead of a whole day? If you can still manage a healthy breakfast/lunch - just go over on dinner. No need to blow the whole day. I have a weekend next month where I will have a wine tasting party on Saturday & Canadian Thanksgiving dinner on…

I understand where you are coming from, but I would not say that the surgery is the "easy way out" either. I have known a few people who have had this surgery - for two, they have been successful, but they have had to remain vigilant about what they eat to maintain where they are at. They are forced into a lifestyle change…

You've already taken the first step by finding this site.

Yes, add swimming. I started MFP in May, and I've been swimming in the lake by my house nearly every day if possible, if the weather is good. Now that it's cooling off, my swim time will be ending and I'm dreading having to rely more on biking, walking, aerobics. I have back issues too, and swimming has made the most…

You look great. I hope my loss is as noticeable when I get to 29.

No one noticed on me (even in a swimsuit) until the 20 lb mark. I'm sure it varies for everyone - starting weight, your height/build, but don't hang everything on just one person not noticing yet. He might have noticed & thought it, but didn't say it. Men are famous for that. My niece is on here w/ me & has lost about 14…

I started MfP on 5/26 w/ a goal to lose 20 lbs by Xmas. I lost it by the end of July. And I wasn't crazy dieting either.

I hardly ever go over, unless there is a party/event. I exercise most every day - even if it's just 15 minutes - to get some extra calories to be flexible. I eat normal foods- no special diet anything. I eat much of what I have always had, except eliminating junk food, cookie/cracker snacks. I eat more veggies to fill out…

I always hated that quote too - they used it alot at WW. I have a niece who suffered from anorexia when she was in college, and I think that quote almost encourages that way of thinking. We need food to live. Food should taste good. It's when it's excessive, unnatural, and unhealthy that it's a problem.

Yoga is great for stretching, toning, strength training, and relaxation. Can't go wrong with it!

I'm sure not seeing what you are seeing. I'm seeing what I hope to see someday for myself. My starting weight is close to yours - 225. I'm stuck trying to break 200 right now, with a goal weight of 170. I think you look fabulous, sexy, hot. Love that cherry dress!

Rock it Milk Dud Monday bikini

Club soda with lime. If you read that and think "but I want a real drink" - order a club soda with lime IN BETWEEN other drinks. Your wallet will thank you too.

Get a salad w/ the balsamic dressing on the side. If you want a pizza, go for a vegetarian one - they have a few on the menu, like the margherita one. You don't need to eat all of it. I'm not much of one for alcohol (I'd rather eat my calories) but if one beer makes it so you have a nice night out and then drink water or…

I don't think you look scary huge/monster like in your BEFORE pic, let alone after. Remember, photos always make people look larger than they are. When I see myself in a photo, I always think I look SO big - even when I know when I looked in the mirror, I wore something very flattering! Do not let this get you down. If…

Have you tried goat milk yogurt?