browneyedgirl1981

Good luck! I wish I was at goal and could have this done. I hope you get the answers to your questions.

I've been stalling for a month now. I've done a really strict diet for the last three days. I am hoping that changing up my routine for a few days will trick my body and get a few pounds off.

Here are some of the kids meals I've gotten. Chik Fil A - grilled nuggets (4 and 6 pieces), cup of fruit, and a diet lemonade (or any other drink you want). I just wish there was one closer than two hours from my house! Wendy's - kids meal with a grilled chicken wrap and apple slices. McDonald's - chicken nuggets, but I peel off the battered crust and apple slices. Texas Roadhouse - grilled chicken with steamed broccoli. Dairy Queen - grilled chicken wrap and a banana. Arby's - junior turkey and cheese and applesauce. I wish my surgeon had those cards to give out. Maybe I'll make my own! If the restaurant menu say something like 'for kids 12 and under please' I don't even try just because they use the word please! Haha.

I have lots of trouble! A 38 band is too loose, but a 36 band crests too much of a bulge. Firm fat was much prettier than flabby fat is. ????

When you can cross your legs... without using your hands!!!

Thanks ladies! I've been doing cardio for about six weeks now, but haven't seen any results on my legs even though I use an eliptical. My arms and legs are awful! Interesting to know about the flax/fish oil. I'll definitely have to check into it. I don't have much elasticity in my skin. Or I assume I don't from the massive amount of stretch marks I have! Over the weekend, I read that it can take 6 months for your skin to catch up with your weight loss. I hope mine catches up at least a little!

Ok, so I'm down 65 lbs, and have noticed that my fat is much more 'jiggly' than it used to be. Don't get me wrong, I'd much rather weigh 65 lbs less and be 'jiggly', than have 'firm' fat (which sounds like a complete oxymoron). Anyway, what are the best ways to get more firm and toned? I am not one to go to the gym and use free weights, so I thought about ordering PiYo, but I'm not 100% sold on it yet. What are you all doing?

3 days out and I was still negative in calories because I was puking my guts out! You are doing great! Just don't overdo it with walking or taking in too much. You definitely don't want to get sick!

Thanks! I tried turkey pepperoni last night in my spaghetti sauce and it's wonderful!

Thanks for your replies! And the taco cups sound delish!

I'm about 10 weeks out, and I'm still eating lots of greek yogurt, chicken breast, and Protein bars, and a daily Protein shake. I have eaten nuts a few times but they don't seem to sit well with me. I've also tried salads, and that was a terrible mistake. I'm SO tired of the SAME things every day. I do not like any kind of fish/seafood, so chicken it is, I guess. Even though I can eat more, I'm still not getting in the required amount of protein. I'm seriously struggling and need any advice or suggestions you may have!

I love the high protein Slim Fast! By far the best drink ever. My surgeon said they are fine as long as it's the high protein one.

Great news about fluids. I was so afraid I was going to get dehydrated! Thank you both!

I have two questions... 1. Do Protein drinks count toward the amount of fluids we are supposed to have daily? 2. Is a Protein Drink considered drinking before/after eating like other drinks? For example, if I have a protein drink and string cheese for lunch, does the 15/60 minute rule apply?

Yummy! I can't wait!