Karen_ZH Member

Hi - you can add me. I've been using MFP for 902 days... since July 2014. I've lost - and kept off - 44 pounds. I watch what I eat, but do eat anything I want (moderation). I walk and do yoga EVERY day - even if it is just a mile. Usually average 3 miles a day. If it isn't nice outside, I use walking videos from Jessica…

What did the reviews show on Amazon? I would leave a comment there, too.

Hi everyone, My name is Karen. I've been using MFP since February and have managed to lose 23 pounds since then (30 since last December). I am 48, married (we will celebrate our 26th this month!) with three grown sons. I also have two dogs, three cats and at any given time a foster puppy. I work mainly from home and I also…

I eat 5-6 times per day, about every 2-3 hours. So if I feel hungry in the evening and I haven't eaten the calories I need to eat, I will choose a very healthy snack - usually yogurt and fruit, veggies with 1 tbsp of peanut butter - sometimes a protein shake. I ALWAYS include some kind of protein in my frequent meals

Exactly! Go for the real stuff without all the chemicals in it!

I always have a protein shake when I first get up - Optimum Nutrition is my favorite brand.

I use Circuit training. I use the calculator on this site: http://www.healthdiscovery.net/links/calculators/calorie_calculator.htm

It's a common problem when women lose weight and I say WHO CARES!!!! Be glad that you have breasts to complain about! I just came from getting my annual mammogram and let me tell you, chatting with some of the breast cancer patients was quite sobering. Be glad that you are healthy, rejoice in it and go buy a new bra to…

Tell me about protein pancakes...do you make these from scratch?

I mix up a protein shake with fruit and ground flaxseed in my blender. I like the shakes from Optimum Nutrition the best. Takes about 1 minute to make. Easy-peasy! Then I usually do my work out. After I exercise, then I eat my "real" breakfast....usually 1 or 2 eggs, fresh fruit, slice of whole wheat toast or a mini-bagel…

It's not a problem for me. I get up early every day of the week and usually my workouts are done by 8am. Mass for me isn't until 10:30am. I usually just have a protein shake after my workout. After church, our family usually goes out for a late breakfast (more like lunch time).

I just started using a Fitbit this week....I really like the way it connects right to MFP (after I set it up, of course!).

I think when someone says they are proud of you, they are complimenting you. Be graceful, accept it as a compliment and stop overthinking something that was said in the spirit of being positive.

Ha, ha! Good observation! Maybe I should put my cat pics up for my avatar!

I think that is very realistic! I'm hoping to lose exactly the amount by mid-October.

That's great! What heart rate monitor are you using?

My diary is open to my friends - if you want, send me a friend request here on MFP. ~Karen

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I joined MFP last year, but didn't really start using it until 4 weeks ago. I'm down 4 pounds and several inches. I try to change one thing every few days - this week it was dropping candy and boy is that hard!! I love my chocolate - today is day 5 without it and I have to say that the support here has been awesome. Add me…

This sounds very tasty and certainly doesn't add an sodium!

Hi Katie, I've been using MyFitnessPal since the end of February. I like having the app on my phone too (especially to scan bar codes!). I have 3 sons (youngest is now 19). Since I've been tracking food and fitness here, I've lost 3 pounds and a couple of inches...and I still eat what I want to eat! Feel free to add me as…

I've had two c-sections - with an appendectomy in between. Seems no matter what I weigh I always have that post-op pooch above the scars.

You look great! And I like that you choose to work out because you know it makes you feel good. Thank you for sharing your story. It inspires me!

Hi Everyone, I've used Leslie's DVD's for about 4 years. I also have a treadmill that I use when I want to actually watch a program on TV. I usually average between 2 and 3 miles per day, 5 days per week. Last week, I walked just about 18 miles over 7 days! That was the most ever in a week for me. For March, I'd like to…

I don't manage to eat some of the calories I get from working out. If I am actually HUNGRY, then I will eat them. Otherwise, I just pay attention to how I feel.

Almost 48 here - three grown kids, two dogs and three cats, too! :-)

How do I join?

I haven't heard of 30 Day Shred. However, I totally see a difference in your pictures just from the Jan 31 to the March 2nd photos. Your abs look a lot firmer - and your overall body form seems firmer. Your measurements clearly show that you are losing inches. Don't be discouraged by the scale, especially since your body…

Even though it has been around for years, doctors still tell women not to use it while pregnant. It is also a trigger for many people for migraines. Generally, I stay away from ALL chemicals in my food. Better to eat a little of the real thing than use a chemical. As far as flavoring water, you're best bet is to go with…