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I've had great results with all 3 programs - but I must say that I had the fastest, most noticeable results with ChaLEAN Extreme.

Loving all the information here!!! I used to be a BB coach & loved Shakeology, then switched to Body By Vi. UGH!!! When will I ever learn? I think I finally have! I loved ShakeO, both flavors, KAREN!! lol, but what always got me was that it did no good to offer up "the healthiest meal of the day" to people who simply can't…

I've done Shakeology and Body By Vi. Personally, I love meal replacement shakes because when I'm running short on time I just blend one up and go. I actually like both flavors of Shakeology, but I couldn't afford to keep drinking it...and not to mention the HORRIBLE GAS that went along with it!!!! Body By Vi, tastes great…

Keep in mind that our weight fluctuates by a couple of pounds each day - water weight, sodium, lack of sleep, TOM, etc. makes this happen. I agree that you should try to eat more fresh fruits, veggies, whole grains, and drink more water! I don't see you logging water either. It's important to schedule at least 30 minutes…

Truvia is Stevia...Truvia is just the brand.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/366165-truvia-vs-stevia/ I use Truvia in my coffee and oatmeal. Tastes just fine, no aftertaste at all. Stevia and Truvia are both better choices than table sugar - and definitely better than Splenda or the others.

Your best bet is to check with your doctor. However, if you run, play tennis, etc. (high impact) without any problems, then Zumba should not bother your knees. Some of the moves are kinda tricky, but anything can be modified. As long as you're moving, you're burning calories! Just try it out one time and let the instructor…

I'm vegetarian as well and continue trying several "meatless" options. I really can't stand tofu but will eat it as long as it's in something where it can soak up flavors of something else. The TVP stuff is nasty!!! I've tried several brands and it makes me want to puke. I also can't stand the Morning Star Farms…

On strength days, ALWAYS do the strength training FIRST and burn off the rest of your energy with cardio! Warm up for about 5-10 min. with some cardio, do your strength training, then if time (and energy) permits....blast the rest of the fat cells with a good cardio burn out!!

At 8.5 you are also in a more anaerobic state than an aerobic state, so it's no surprise your chest starts burning and you pull muscles. But major KUDOS for lasting a full 3 minutes at that speed...I'm impressed!!! Seriously.

Yes, def reduce your speed..8.5 is a SPRINT! lol. I usually jog/run around 5.5 - 6.5 on the treadmill and can maintain that speed for quite some time. Just slow down a bit and you should be fine!

Personally, if you normally eat within your calorie range and you aren't starving - then I wouldn't worry about it. I'm not sure what you chose to do, but you weren't that much under. Unless you burned a lot during exercise...or was that your net calories for the day? If you are going to bed soon after 9:30 at night, I…

LOL!! Good one! And great job on no chocolate or sugar! :wink:

I started late.....like just today, but I'm giving up alcohol and my fave Mexican restaurant!

I agree! Also, about the muscle weight...if your clothes aren't fitting looser, then it probably isn't due to muscle. I read your post about making changes with your calories, make sure you are eating small meals (200 - 300 cals each) at least 5 -6 times per day. It keeps you from getting too hungry and overeating later…

I love the bite size dark chocolate mint 3-muskateers bars...I only eat 1 and am satisfied. Also try the York peppermit patties. YUM!! One and DONE! :wink:

I'd love to join...I'm doing Turbo Fire...start Day 3 tomorrow!! I just want to tone up and maintain my weight. I'm mainly here, like Janice, for support!

And you're gonna reach that goal, girl!! Cuz you ROCK! :flowerforyou:

Dang...I feel tall up in here!!! LOL! j/k! I'm probably more like 5' 3 1/2" :wink:

I'm 5' 4"... everyone says I'm a shorty. :) My heaviest was around 140 (pregnancy weight), I'm now at 115. Good job, Lisa, with your weight loss!! Alison, girl..you can do this! That's one great thing about this site, all the wonderful support!

I agree that your body will just flush out any protein your body doesn't need so it is wasted money. Why not add some almond milk to your protein shake, brown whole grain rice to dinner, another egg to breakfast, etc. Try to add in whole foods, rather than more shakes. You're doing great at eating regular meals though!

According to your food diary you are not eating 1200 calories a day. Your body seems to be in starvation mode. In order to get results, you really need to be consistent with tracking your calories and making sure you put everything you eat into your diary. It all adds up. Another thing, it isn't just about the calories in…

This is one of the many reasons I love this site!! Y'all ROCK!

BMI calculators are NOT reliable because there are too many things to take into consideration. They could calculate an athlete as being obese based on their weight to height ratio (muscle weighs more than fat overall). The best way, short of doing the hydrostatic body fat test, is to do the waist to hip ratio. Read more…

LOL!!! I know, right??!!

Good job!! You are in control...you're doing great with the weight loss. Be proud of the accomplishments you've made and keep going towards you goal. You got this, girl!

I would only use the rug for doing floor work like crunches. For cardio-based workouts, get rid of the rug! It could cause you to trip or could prevent you from pivoting on the balls of your feet causing knee issues too. RUG BE GONE! lol

I think we should stop focusing so much on a mere 1-3 lb. weight gain...especially during TOM. Our weight fluctuates that much regardless whether it's TOM or not. And if it makes us feel any better - a guy's weight fluctuates anywhere from 2-5 lbs. SO STOP FOCUSING ON THE NUMBERS ON THE SCALE!!!! If you stress about those…

It isn't the protein shakes that makes a person gain weight, it's too many calories in general. Protein helps to build/repair muscle tissue after a strenuous workout. Hope this helps.

I vote for Polar too! However, if none of them have a chest strap I wouldn't get any of them. With the kind that's just a watch and you have to push the buttons all the time to get your heart rate - they are way less accurate than the chest strap type. But with that being said, the wrist watch type is better than nothing…