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Back on my journey after 2nd child
Hey y'all! My name is April. I'm 27 and just had my 2nd baby in Dec. I'm 5'9" and currently 180 lbs. All my life I have struggles with my weight. When I was 21, I "dieted" and went from 190 to 165. Then I got pregnant with my first son. After I had him in 2010, I let myself go and reached my highest non pregnant weight of…
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calorie maintenance level
So I was doing some reading about this "diet" called "The Lose Weight Diet"....it pretty much explains what you have to do to lose weight and keep it off effectively...it went through everything pretty thoroughly except the calorie maintenance level. I used the "calculator" to come up with a rough estimate of mine and it…
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Depression and self insecurities/dealing with significant ot
So, I'm starting this thread because after a long look at myself....inside and out....I really just needed to vent about my insecurities with my life. To start with, I have been battling with depression since I was 13, when my parents split. Since then, I have also struggled with my weight....gain 50 lbs...lose 30....gain…
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Tennessee Vols Unite!! Monthly Challenge & Support
Hey all! Starting a monthly challenge for people in Tennessee! Starts 1/10 Ends 2/10! You set your own goal and check in with your updates!! Also trying to get some friends/support/motivation from some fellow Tennesseeans! Add your name, starting weight, goal weight for 2/10 and any other goals you would like to meet to…
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Substitute for Eggs...need advice!!
Hey all!! I have recently decided to quit eating eggs, despite of their protein value. Not going to go into detail why, but i'll just say it was extremely gross and I can't bring myself to eat them anymore!! So I am wondering what foods I can substitute for the eggs so that I can still get the protein I need? Any advice…
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Looking for some stove-top recipes or no-bake recipies
I don't have an oven to do any baking with....all I have is a stove top, microwave and a crock-pot. I am looking for some healthy recipes that I can cook for 2. I would really love to find some that don't use eggs(but not completely vegan/vegetarian). Any recipes will be greatly appreciated!! Thanks!
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How many acronyms can you come up with about cars?
Chevrolet- Cracked Head Every Valve Rattles Oil Leaks Every Time
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Hey all!! New to MFP!!
Just wanted to say what's up to everyone!! A lil' about myself...I'm 23, had a baby about 7 months ago and lookin to get back in shape!! I have always battled with weight loss and self confidence issues and am trying to lose this weight to gain some confidence back. I am looking to make some friends as well!! Hope all of…