Hi guys! Just wanted to pop in and say hey. I've been lurking around lately...not alot to talk about, I guess. Man, I'm so frustrated. About 6 weeks ago I was fed up with not losing anything, so I finally got my big butt back in to the gym. I go 3-4 times a week, religously, and do a routine that includes both cardio and weight training. I HAVEN'T LOST ****~ Though I can tell I'm gaining muscles, my weight stays the same and my clothes (particularly my pants) don't feel any looser. My lower half is awesome--all muscle--due in large part to carrying my fat a$$ around for so many years, I'm sure. I couldn't be happier with everything below the waist, and my arms are shaping up nicely too...but my STOMACH is still big and gross. And my man boobs are KILLING me. I would love to have PS, but I don't foresee that happening. I was reading the earlier post about food. I sometimes think I can eat too much, and other times I can't eat much at all. I'm trying to make good choices as much as possible, though I do tend to slip from time to time. I got some AWESOME protein bars called Pure Protein that only have 3g net carbs and 20g protein. I also found that a bag of Jack Link original jerky has only 9g carbs and 45g protein--and the chewing helps me feel fuller. Anyway, just wanted to check in--I'm so glad to see you guys doing so well! For those of you at (and BELOW) goal, keep up the great work! For the rest of us, hang in there...and remember, keep smiling and keep the faith! Jeff 338/220/188 -118, 32 to goal

Hi Ladies! Teah, I agree with Irene - you can't gain 5 lbs. in a day! Sometimes if I eat a lot of salty foods I can weigh a few pounds higher the next day. Irene, I really did like that post - thanks!! I still haven't weighed at home, but I went to the doctor last night and I was 171 fully clothed with sneakers, so I'm not too worried. Last time I weighed I was 168 first thing in the morning in my all-together, so I don't think I've gained. I probably haven't lost either, but I wasn't really trying to. I was trying to give myself a physical and emotional rest. I think I might feel ready to continue trying to lose. I've been doing pretty well - I haven't been logging on to fitday for awhile, but I did today, so here's my plan: B: Unjury in lemonade, and a South Beach cinnamon raisin snackbar L: Boca burger with .5 oz shredded reduced fat cheese, some pickled beets and a few pieces of cantaloupe. Snack: SF popsicle, .5 cup of roasted chicken breast D: Chicken egg fu yung - 1 patty, no rice Snack: Carb Fix pretzels Totals: Calories: 700 Carbs: 39 Protein: 79 I'm back to doing my two sets of exercise every day. I did the WalkBlaster this morning and I'll do another set this evening. Hugs, Nancy

Hi Denise, Please see my post to Teah... Irene

This morning's workout included 30 min on the elliptical and 30 min of swimming laps. This evening I am planning on a 3-mile walk.

Teah.... I know what you mean. My escapades caught up with me... Surprise Surprise! I'm up one lb. Back up to 220!!! UGH!!! Here's today's plan: Breakfast Scrambled Egg Snack: Deli Ham Lunch: South Beach Dinner Snack: Sugar free pudding Dinner: Salmon Lettuce Cheese Light Dressing Snack: Deli Turkey Sugar free popsicles Nutrition: 1184 Calories 50 Fat 60 Carbs 103 Protein Have a great day!!! Denise 326/220/170 -106 50 lbs from Drs. goal 20 lbs from mini goal of 200 by July 6 Have a great day!!! Exercise: 1 hr water aerobics - DONE