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when you've carried a lot of weight for a while it takes time for your brain to catch up with the image. I've lost well over a hundred pounds and I honestly feel beautiful, still chunky but so very beautiful and I love the way my body has shrunk. I understand that I have to love ME first-flaws and all-and I think that is…

you can do it. sent a FR! ;)

the key is in how you work out/diet. if you just eat differently but dont use any muscle building or muscle toning exercises you will be loose as a goose my friend. you must incorporate some SERIOUS muscle training along with the cardio and you will be just fine. ive lost nearly a 100 pounds and you can bounce a coin off…

Great post! I am a total carb addict/emo eater. Living on a low to moderate carb intake WITH moderate exercise (that is heavy on muscle building), protein and tons of water works for me. I have experimented every which way to sunday on trying to lose fat and my body just loves this combination. I honestly feel that it is…

I have been reading up on this lately. Looks like the fitbit comes in with the *best* reviews and affordability. I want to start there and work my way up to a "big boy" HRM lets say. Good luck!

love that feeling! congratulations ;)

this is incredible! I needed this motivation tonight. You look amazing!!! ;)

*inspired* you look AMAZING. Keep pushing ;)

I am an amazon junkie! If I can get it through Amazon I do. I have prime so free shipping makes it sooo worth it. Love their array of brand name supplements (and some I've discovered just perusing around the site) and never have a problem with a return or quality. Be well and best of luck~

*INSPIRED* What a difference. Wow! You look awesome and I bet you feel even better than that. Be well & keep pushing!! :))

mankini *rolls eyes** this is a sick, twisted thread. :noway: yet, I can't stop smiling. what is WRONG with me?? :bigsmile:

It is the BEST feeling in the world when ABSOLUTELY nothing fits. Uncomfortable, but still the best feeling. I am so proud of you. Congrats my friend....snap yo fingers!!!! hee hee hee :bigsmile: :noway:

this thread makes me smile...listening to DAngelo Brown Sugar riyutt now:bigsmile: ....great artists, great talent in the 90s.

this question always makes me laugh. because I am evolved enough to know that what you value asthetically in a person can be gone in a heartbeat. THIS I KNOW. So inner beauty in a man-yes, in a man, a lovely smile, warm loving personality, INTELLIGENCE and kindness is what would attract me past a great smile. There are…

First, super proud of you taking care of the kids!!! Next, you have to put YOU first. I know thats hard with little ones, but its something you must do. Even If it means getting up at 5am (like me) you just do it. My boys are practically men and I still have to make a choice to put me first and be mom after that. Make that…

this is incredible! you look fantastic..absolutely an inspiration for me!!!!! :_)

I am so encouraged by this! My first race is in December and I struggle with how I will do. I am so excited to see your numbers! This gives me such inspiration. Thank you and you look CARAAZAY GOOD!!! ;)))) (thats texan for awesome!)

agreeing with wendiB..the best races ARE in saint louis (October 23) or nevada...huge turnout, tons of corporate support, runners of varied ability and size, motivaton skyrockets afterwards :_)

amazing!!!!!! you look like a different person. Smile next time champ! :)

Okay, so everybody's body is different (cliche I know). I have lost a lot and I still have about 67 pounds to go before goal. The thing is L-Carnitine by itself wont do much. But if you are incorporating a high mg count and combine it with supplements that work with the obvious of good food choices and exercise you will…

You can do this. It's definitely a challenge but keep your head up and stay focused on your goals. I am PROOF that despite genetics you can absolutely do it AND enjoy the journey as well. MFP friends are wonderful when you are "in the clutch". Be well!!! ;)

After my C25K and kettles I am starving in the evening. I could eat my own hand sometimes. :noway: :noway: What works for me is a can or two of beef, chicken, turkey broth (virtually no calories and tiny carbs) some sargento shredded cheese (whatever variety you like) and I eat it like soup. Its filling, it doesn't feel…

I heart my blender bottles!!!! And the ball makes everything smooth-no lumps!!!! I keep one in my desk, one at home, one in the car. Just make sure you use a little vinegar when washing to keep the plastic squeaky clean ;_) Be well!

ABSOLUTELY. Not to mention the crazy mood swings, cravings and other "exciting" side effects. But most certainly they will stall and or completely shut down your weight loss. I was on for about 3 weeks and my weight did not go down an ounce. I worked out faithfully AND ate better than right. My doctor said it absolutely…

It can delay or increase your period. I skipped a month then went on what seemed like an an unending cycle for a while. It finally evened out. My doctor says anytime you are changing the body significantly your hormones will adjust. No worries and be well!!! ;)

mannnn, I love posts like these. Keeps us in a state of gratitude :bigsmile:

there could be multiple things-especially if you have seriously changed your diet. I had a serious change in my cycle when I started hardcore weights. My body went crazy. Questions to ask: Are you prego?? Is your iron count down? Are you getting enough protein??? Please go see a doctor or nurse practicioner. Quick!!!!…

You look like you should be on the cover of some swanky man's magazine. HOT. What a change!!! Congratulations!!!!!

TOSS THE SCALE. seriously. start measuring yourself. the scale does not give a COMPLETE range of your loss. Obsessing over your numbers is no way to go (trust me been there). Be well!

sending an add now! from texas too!!! woootwoot!