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I here ya @TrueGrit1906! Thx for your comment :) Little by little I guess is the way. We live in a world of everything "now". I don't need to be skinny, just feel good in my skin, and feel strong and healthy. I'll be happy with that!

Thx for the kind words of motivation everyone! Much appreciated. Small steps for sure, 1 day at a time! :smile:

you need more strength training/toning......don't focus only on cardio. Include lots of protein in your diet as well. Change up the things you eat, add a variety so your body doesn't get used to it. If you go to a gym, check out a strength training class. I go to Goodlife Fitness and they offer classes like The Firm & Body…

Thx for all the motivation and good words everyone! I know I can do it, just have to be more diligent. I used MFP for two years and it was my saviour. I think my problem is finding that balance between family, work and "me time". My eating is great throughout the day, but in the evenings and weekends it's a whole other…

If you exercise regularly, your body needs more protein and it's not going to hurt you if you take more than what your body needs. My recommended intake is about 52g, but on work out days I usually take in 75-90g. See below on how you can figure out how much protein you should be taking in daily. How to Calculate Your…

May I suggest the Biggest Loser workout dvd's?? If you can fit in even a light set of hand weights into your suitcase that's all you will really need. Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred or The Biggest Loser Cardio are really good. I've heard P90X is really good, but the other ones are only about 30 minutes and don't require…

Thanks!

I did bring a hard boiled egg last week, it did fill me up a little more than usual. Maybe I'll try doing this more often.

This is more of my weekend breakfast when I actually have time to eat at home, Mon-Fri I eat at my desk.

Hey Cheryl, thanks for the advice! I do work out a lot, I do Zumba classes three times a week, step class twice a week, weight class three times a week and pilates once a week, I'm at the gym 5 out of 7 days of the week for anywhere between 1-2 hrs at a time. I think another problem for me is the lack of CHANGE in my diet.…

I would reset your goals, that doesn't seem right!! I sit on my *kitten* all day at a computer and my net calories are 1,470 with a deficit of 250 calories based on three 60 minute work outs a week and my weight loss goal of 0.5 lbs per week. Your net should never fall under 1,200??

Thanks Init2Winit! I usually go over my daily fibre intake, maybe I need to increase it a little? I figure if this stuff is all natural, no harm in trying. Worst case scenario I'll stop if it makes me feel weird or sick. I've been in a bit of a plateau since June, my body seems to be comfortable where it's at, but I'm not.…

Definately agree with this!! Focus on the weight training, maybe try taking a whey protein shake after your workout to help build lean muscle mass (which will burn more fat). Anything you burn you should be eating, MFP has already given you a deficit in calories, you don't want to starve your body. Your body needs that…

I think I'm going to do the same, change it up since my body is so used to only consuming 1,200 lately. I've been finding myself raiding cupboards lately. I hit my plateau back in the summer, and although I haven't gained any weight I am really getting frustrated because I still have 10 lbs to get to my goal! I think my…

There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with your picture!! Good for you on your weight loss success!! There is nothing inappropriate or "hoochie mama" about this picture.

Great job so far!! I definately agree, this site is AWESOME!! You cannot deprive yourself of everything, just choose wisely and everything in moderation. If you allow yourself that one cookie now, you'll be less likely to eat the whole entire package later when you are going through "sweets" withdrawl. Keep up the good…

That is awesome, congrats! It's always a great feeling to get into that "next" category! Keep up the good work!

Welcome to MFP! It is a great site to use for logging your daily food intake and for moral support along the way. Looks like you have a pretty fast paced day, but the key to successful weight loss is taking some time for YOU. Just looking at your daily schedule here are some suggestions..... Eat breakfast with your coffee…

Salt causes water retention, check your sodium intake. Also, when it's that time of the month i tend to go up by almost 5 pounds the week before. Just drink as much water as possible to flush your system. Try to drink 8 cups a day, it helps clean out your liver and eventually your liver will start to feed off the fatty…

I gained about 30 lbs with my first child and that took about a year to lose it all, helped that I started a very active job where I had to walk for 8-10 hours a day carrying heavy product. I gained probably about 50 lbs with my second child and am still working on the last 10 lbs to get to my pre-baby weight. I was almost…

Not sure if you are a memeber of a gym, but if you are I strongly suggest step class, Zumba class or some sort of dance/aerobics class and a weight lifting class like a Body Attack or The Firm. I go to as many classes as I can during the week, I can't stand staring at a wall or a tv when I'm working out, makes the time…

Good luck on your journey to weight loss, don't let your age defeat you! I have been on MFP for a little over a year now and it's the best website ever!! As long as you stick with it, be honest with yourself and work out regularly you'll be sure to see results. My mom is 48 and is complaining about the aches and pains so I…

no, whatever your body needs it will take and will automatically get rid of what it doesn't need. If only fat were like that! lol

Everything happens for a reason, look at this as an opportunity to find something better out there! In the past year my company has gotten rid of over 200 positions and all the people that I know that were affected have turned it into something positive and are MUCH happier now! Keep your chin up and stay strong!!:wink:

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! :happy: Last month I celebrated my 1 YEAR on MFP also as well as my 1 year smoke free (which led me to using this site). I am happy to say that I am only 10 lbs away from my goal that I set. Fell into a bit of a slump over the summer...didn't gain weight though while I was off of MFP...from analyzing…

Woot Woot...Canada represent!!! Welcome to MFP...I'm from Ontario!:happy:

That is AMAZING!! Congrats on your successes thus far!! :drinker:

I didn't mean any offense by that comment just so you know!! I just know how easy it is to "forget" to add that handfull of chocolate chips, etc

Good carbs vs Bad carbs!! Good fat vs Bad fat etc

Although walking is great for cardio, you should try doing some weights. Muscle is what burns fat. Trust me, you won't become some gross bulky body builder by lifting weights. We don't have enough testosterone in our bodies for that to happen. If you aren't a member of a gym I highly suggest buying some of the Biggest…