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It's Happening.
I noticed that I am now 11 pounds lighter than my driver's license! I have always lied about my weight by quite a bit (we're talking anywhere from 30-50 lbs). With the help of weight training 3 times a week, walking 4 times a week for 30 min, and seeing a dietitian I am slowly learning healthy choices and achieving my…
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OMG!!! Cauliflower Pizza Bites
I just made these an hour ago and they are amazing!! The recipe I use is 39 calories,2 carbs, 2 protein per bite. My husband was amazed. He is a skinny beanpole who eats a lot of fast food and he was blown away!! I was very skeptical but these were soooo good!! They tasted buttery, chewy, a little like a sourdough crust.…
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NSV Turning Down Temptation!!
I'll admit that I have a hard time turning down treats. I am working to improve myself and part of this is sticking to my daily calories. This morning my coworker brought me Jack in the Box for breakfast. I told him thank you but I didn't eat it. Next, my husband called me to see if I wanted to attend a 5 course Irish…
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Training Advice for Sprint Triathlon
Greetings! I have been training for the Iron Girl Triathlon (on August 18th) since mid January. I have been seeing a personal trainer 2X a week and on the other days I alternate running, biking, and swimming. I am looking for some ideas/ help with a scheduling problem: My trainer called me tonight and she is sick so I…
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Triathlon Swimming Hiccup
Greetings! I have been training for the Iron Girl Triathlon (on August 18th) since mid January. I have been seeing a personal trainer 2X a week and on the other days I alternate running, biking, and swimming. I am looking for some ideas/ help with a scheduling problem: My trainer called me tonight and she is sick so I…
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My Body is Achy- Any Relief Ideas?
I have been working out and I have been doing very well, but I have been so achy for the past 3 days. My back and legs are killing me! I have taken 2 extra-strength tylenols yesterday and another 2 today. But this has been a last resort. I intend to relax when I get home tonight. My biggest question is if there are any…
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Find your twin!
Hi! I am looking for some 'twins' so we can provide inspiration and support for each other on this journey. Feel free to use this topic as a starting point for anyone to find their twin! Here are my stats: Age: 33 (34 in Feb) Height: 5'3" Weight: 244 Goal weight: 135 :happy:
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My First NSV!
Tonight when I got home from work I changed into my jeans from my work uniform and I realized that I could pull them on and off without unbuttoning and unzipping them! My husband is so proud of me and I am so happy with myself. It's these little victories in the journey that make it worthwhile.
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30 Day Shred Challenge Starting Monday 1/28
I am looking for others who are starting the 30 ds on Monday!
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Weekend Snack Ideas
Help! Many of you out there have great ideas I need help with the following pleeese: Looking for some ideas for healthy portable snacks to take on the weekend. Snacks that won't spoil. I also have had gastric bypass. I am looking for high protein and low sugar. Thank you! :drinker:
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Better Tasting Protein Powder?
I am currently drinking Jay Robb's Vanilla Whey Protein. I blend it with: 5 ice cubes, 1 tbl unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup decaf vanilla coffee, and 1/2 cup skim milk. Overall it tastes okay, but there is an extreme fake sugar aftertaste. Any suggestions on another powder?
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Insanity Inquiry
Greetings, Here's some background about me: 33 year old female, 5'3" I fall into the morbidly obese category I have a sedentary desk job for 10hrs a day 4, days a week I am not afraid to sweat during a workout. In July I sprained my Right MCL in my knee (I slipped after a river float trip). I successfully completed…
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I have been a member of MFP for a little while, but I wanted
:smile: My name is Christina and I am in the midst of transfroming my life for the better... I am looking to make some great MFP friends to share in support and encouragement!! I am really getting into the swing of things and working toward bettering myself. I would love some like-minded MFP friends to bounce ideas off of…
