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YESYESYESYESYESYESSS! THIS! I'll NEVER understand why people post status updates to people who AREN'T on FB and WON'T EVER READ THEM!!

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All Clinique everything.

David Guetta/Sia - Titanium French Montana 'n them - Pop That Jay-Z/Kanye West - Who Gon' Stop Me Ahh work can't go by fast enough! Now I'm ready to get it in!!

Bumping for inspiration...and honestly people, why are we whining about "bashing?" The insane level of sensitivity on MFP is exhausting sometimes... why so serious, MFP??

Chobani - Pineapple Greek Yogurt Gnc - Total Lean Shake 25 French Vanilla Stop & Shop - Whipped Cream Cheese Spread Nature's Promise - Organic Baby Romaine Stop & Shop - Whole Grain Instant Brown Rice Ken's Dressing - Creamy Balsamic With Honey Fresh Brand - Ruby Red Grapefruit Thomas' - Hearty Grains - Double Oat Golden…

I'm annoyed that people are all up in this thread, contibuting nothing but judgment and "holier than thou" sentiments that no one is interested in hearing. Let's try to stay on topic, k? No one asked (or cares) about your gratitude, tbh.

What's the point of losing the weight? I'll always have cellulite and will never wear shorts anyway. Also, thick is sexay (there's a thin line between thick and FAT).

I want to try this but DAMN it's expensive!!

GNC Lean 25 fo sho. Both the rich chocolate and the vanilla are amazeballs. I sometimes do one scoop of each for a nice mix. It's expensive, but it's delicious and a pretty good amount of protein (25 grams for two scoops). It's pretty popular, so it's usually buy one, get one half off.

dyin' laughing at this entire thing!

Bumping for ideas.

27 and it keeps on getting better. I was such a dumbass in my early 20s.

As a newbie to the idea of the Law of Attraction, I LIKE this post :D. Positive self-talk is sooo important and I'm really working on being kind to myself and TRULY believing in the power of positivity. This is awesome.

Sorry so late. I hate that we don't get notifications when people reply to our posts. I have to tell you, the day after that class was rough, but 2 days later, I felt even WORSE. I mean the most horrible soreness I've ever experienced; I couldn't move. I'd say it was quite the workout! I'm doing two more this week (with…

I mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and honey. Not nearly as delicious as Ken's Honey Balsamic, but 10000x better for me :D

I usually get shrimp egg foo young and TRY to eat just one patty (never works out). The patties are under 200 cals each and very high in protein (and sodium, but you asked about CALORIES :). I avoid the gravy that comes with it and measure 1/2 cup of white rice (which won't kill you, fyi)

I took my first body pump class yesterday and, according to my HRM, I burned 556 cals in 56 minutes. Excellent workout!

I don't think it's the drinking that's the problem, but rather the gluttony that follows. I feel your pain! Counting calories seems sooo unimportant while tipsy. I've had to limit my sweet red wine to once per week (it used to be 2-3 times per week). It sucks, but we really need to accept the fact that our inhibitions are…

There is a definite difference! Your back is MUCH smoother. Keep up the great work...you're doing awesome! Start taking measurements, if you haven't already.

GET IN LINE! *drools*

Cool idea! Age: 27 Height: 5'8" SW: 229.5 CW: 211 GW: 165-180...I'm more concerned with the look than the number, tbh. All I've ever wanted in life is a 24" waist. THAT'S when I'll know I've made it!

Excellent tip. Thanks!

Great read.

Thank you ALL for all the fabulous advice and encouragement! After reading all your comments, I looked at my net calorie history and for the most part, I was always netting around 1300 when my BMR is around 1800 Starting TODAY, I am reducing cardio and making sure to at least net my BMR every day. I'll *try* to wait two…

I have decided that cardio and strength will be done on seperate days. Responses so far seem to show that I'm simply creating too large a deficit (below my BMR) by doing both on the same day. I have a good feeling about this approach.

That would be awesome! I dread it every single time. It just sucks because we have been told for SO LONG that if we eat 1200 cals and do 5 hrs/day of cardio, we would lose. We seriously have to re-program our entire brain! It's a process.

That makes so much sense. I can see clearly now! Just an FYI, if I gain even .25 of a lb while doing this, I WILL have a nervous breakdown and need medical assistance. I warned you.

Thanks so much for your help! I am finally starting to realize that cardio is NOT necessarily king. It sucks, because I HATE strength training with a fiery passion.

I agree. I think I'll start by reducing cardio and making sure to net my BMR or more every day. I'm skurred, but I'm going to do it.