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fun size m&m, or really any fun size candy 1 tbsp pb (I love peanut butter!) sugar free jello pudding/jello 1 banana, or an apple (i also drizzle low sugar chocolate sauce on both to indulge my sweet tooth sometimes;) berries and 3 oz plain greek yogurt 12-15 unsalted almonds

I think everyone here, including myself will say they have had bad weeks such as these. The only encouragement I can offer may sound corny, but it's true-I believe it's important to have the good cry, but after that....let it go. The only way to stay on a health&fitness plan is to stay focused on your goals (big term and…

You will go up&down, but the point is to stay focused on the goal&positive:) The fact that you lost 5 pounds already is a great achievement! I would let Thanksgiving day go, and not step on the scale until next week. (I only track my weight once every other week) Also, put in an extra cardio workout or two this week-plus…

Oh, I also really try to stick to a lean protein, veggies/fruit, and healthy carb for every meal...

1)Moderation&portion size is key 2)Try to remember to log/write down everything i eat 3)Exercise 5 days a week, "rest" 2... 4)Allow myself one day off...in reason;) 5) Above all--I am a work in progress, so love the good and at least try not to focus on the trouble spots.

Egg whites scrambled, I like to melt some part-skim mozzarella on top of the egg whites. Slice roma tomatoes -or any veggies-and warm up a bit on the pan while eggs are scrambling. Put this on a whole wheat english muffin that has been toasted, with turkey bacon. It's tasty, low in cals and well balanced! Also, if in a…

Turbo Fire 45 with wrist weights....crazy,but so fun. Denise Austin Interval Training (20mins) Jillian Michaels Killer Buns &Thighs Beginner level (only half-about 20mins) In total 85mins--Killed my turkey dinner calories:)

traditional, slow cooked is better--esp steel cut oats. But in general I make quaker instant. (I love the low sugar or weight control oatmeal...it's better for you, and tastes better in my opinion;) Also a great instant breakfast to get is the Cream of Wheat healthy grain...

Hmm- My daily Stabucks...which I did modify to be some form of a skinny latte;) (Much less in the calorie count!) And one day when I can drink (in moderation-either good beer, or light cocktails)

My "rest" days usually involve walking...I do need to stay moving;)

I love the addition of wrist weights! It is killer:)

why, is the kickbboxing too low or high of an estimate? (A little confused, sorry haha)

thanks:)

I don't necessarily agree with this--I am fairly petite on top, and have shorter legs. I pay extra to hem my pants, or for jeans/pants made that way. I also have to look long and hard for a bra--very few stores carry my size, so I pay for that too. I hope this isn't a bash petite people thing...I wish people could embrace…

I do turbo fire-I log the HIITs and all TFs under the kickboxing. (it seems close, when I looked it up, a person close to my height/ weight said they lose about 100 cals every 10 mins...and they didn't use any weights when I use both wrist and ankle weights)

I exercise 5days, rest 2 days. I watch my calories closely 6days, and have a "fun" day on Saturday-Remember, Shame and guilt have no place in a weight management & fitness plan:)

Oh, and i hate the chipmunk cheeks comment! No matter how much I slim down, I will have the full cheeks...I had them since birth. An ex also called me the thunder from down under due to the slight jiggle in my thighs:( (I'm sorry, even as i tone, the toned curves will never be skinny jean legs...haha)

I can never tell if I'm eating too much or not enough-It says on here that I have a deficit,(esp. today, after Jillian/Chalene kicked my turkey day butt!) I am never sure if my count for food or esp workout is correct--plus isn't all right to have a small deficit? Also, I am not sure if 1200 is a good calorie amount for me…

My uncle once came up to me (years ago when I was on a med that added to my weight), "You look like you've finally been eating well-- like you have the big hips and butt and everything...I mean, ummm like womanly!" (On this side of the family, this meant I was fat, ha ha)

Generally--but underarm flab is pretty much known to be the hardest area for women to tone and reduce fat;) (Even fairly thin women fight this--I have a petite, tone upper body and my underarms are still an issue)

I don't know if the 80/20 theory is the best one to follow. I go by what my doctor said- stay as close to my calorie count with exercise included 5 days a week. I go by "moderation is key"--eat meals that are healthy, filling and tasty--lean protein, healthy carbs, and veggies/fruit! But--Don't ever deprive yourself. Eat a…

Both men and women can be extremely shallow--and conversely both sexes have those who are not. Depends on the person. I tend to believe that most women know if they are shallow while most of the shallow men don't...or they choose not to acknowledge it;) I am not shallow....just a perfectionist/ my own worst critic! Guess…

I have the same issue-I have lost about an inch of my waist, and off my hips (not sure about thighs), yet the weight drop is minimal. However, I use weights a lot during cardio- not to mention if I do interval training. So, I would say that it's very possible you gained muscle weight.

I have a similar issue--and it stinks. I am petite (5'2) and slender-but with some muscle so I am about 123 pnds. However, I tend to carry my weight in my hips/thighs. So even though with the success I have had, and noticeably thinner thighs, I still have some jiggle in my wiggle;) Lately I've amped up my workout--either a…

One day a month! wow-that is wild....I do one day a week (Saturday usually). I don't go crazy, but I allow myself to eat richer foods-have a surplus of calories. Also, everyday i allow myself a small (calorie wise) treat.

Right now I'm at (about) 22.5 -I'm 5'2& 123. Yet, I also have more muscle than I used to. I still want to tone up certain areas though, and to answer the question, get it to 20...but I won't kill myself if I don't. For me it's about inches lost and how tone I look&feel.

Right now I'm at (about) 22.5 -I'm 5'2& 123. Yet, I also have more muscle than I used to. I still want to tone up certain areas though, and to answer the question, get it to 20...but I won't kill myself if I don't. For me it's about inches lost and how tone I look&feel.

Cardio Strength Training with a focus on your triceps! Pilates/planks (plank rows with weights or resistance bands) Tricep pushups (I hate these...but that just mean they work;) Remember, this is a big problem area for even the most thin ladies! As frustrating as it is, it will take time.

I would wait to hit the scale until next week. Give yourself some slack for yesterday, and move forward! Scales aren't a true reflection of our health, fitness, energy levels anyway. (You may have more muscle-and muscle weighs more than fat)

Colon cleanses don't really work in the long run (aren't they unsafe as well? I am unsure) I would stick to your p90x and nutrition goals. This will work, and increase your energy/ confidence! :D