Boo, sorry, I disappeared for a bit! I'm still at 146.2, but I'm thinking that I can really just absolutely bust it and get at least out of the 140's before the month is out. If I don't, I won't beat myself up for it, but it would be nice. I have kept up my water drinking awesomely! 64 oz every single day... it's amazing how much grossness your body is flushing out with all that! My body actually feels *clean* on the inside, which is kind of weird. It's looking like everyone is doing pretty well!

Congrats on your goal, Ms. Perception!

Dancer: To be honest, I’m seeing a difference but not a lot of difference on how my clothes fit, but that may be for 2 factors. First, I think that I’m losing weigh evenly; and second, when I started this journey I was using clothes size 16, although I should have been using at least 18. So, I can still use the clothes that I used 26 pounds before now, but I also can use all my 14 jeans and some 12. I’m sure that the next 5 pound will make me notice a difference. I think that being petite and obese make it difficult to see the changes.

Bama: for your water habit! It is great how to change habits can improve the way we feel!

Sw: 208.8
Cw: 204.4 (-4.4)
Gw: 199

I just have to add on to my last post... I just weighed myself and I am at 145! I don't know where that 1.2 lbs went or if it is water weight, but it's so exciting to see a new low on the scale. This brings me to halfway to my challenge goal! And now maybe I can lose the other half in the remaining half of the month.

ms p: congrats on meeting your goal!

dancer: your right about that. as long as i'm losing its all good lol!

so, today is my scheduled rest day. i worked late on purpose (trying to get in some overtime) and came home and played with my daughter and watched t.v. i never get to watch t.v. anymore with work and exercise and my family, so it was nice.

i really pushed myself yesterday with my jogging. i wanted to pick up the pace a litle and i did. it felt great!

hope everyone had a great day!

Well, I'm down 2 pounds this month. my goal is 6 pounds, so I have to work harder the rest of the month.
I exercise 5 days a week, lifting, running and spinning. I can get to the Y regularly, but don't eat like I should.

I'm impressed with everyone's self control on this challenge. Hopefully, I'll be inspired too.

Hello there,

I challenged myself and lost 40 lbs 2 years ago, then quit excercising, i haven't gained any weight but i am newly determined to get down to 145 lbs, so i'm just now jumping back into walking. my goal is to lose 5 lbs this month.

Okay, I know you've heard this before, but I'm back ONCE AGAIN. I just can not get my groove back! Started here July 1st thanks to my DD IDREAM, lost 26 lbs until a fateful potluck on December 21st when it all went to *ell. I do not exercise, I do not record what I eat, I occasionally eat ice cream, so of course I gained back 6 lbs. Could be worse, yes, but I hate that I can not get back into the exercise habit. I hate the way I look, my clothes are tight, so why don't I get my butt in gear? I need some major . It's almost shorts season! I am going on a road trip in July and will see family I haven't seen in 40 pounds! How much more motivation do I need? Help?

MSP- Good to see you are still here managing everyone's goals. Thank you. Keep up the good fight!

Shasha and Susie ~ good to see you back!

SG, Tummy, and Mystical, glad to see you are still here.

So many new people.Looking forward to getting to know all of you!

IDREAM ~ Ahem, where are you, hmm?

Ms Perception- It's great that you made goal!!! A big old congrats and what an amazing journey you've had!

Yesterday, my weight was 142.5, which I thought was an aberration. But then I weighed myself again today and it said it was a hair under 142. I'm completely in shock. According to the scale, I have lost 4 lbs this week. And last week, I lost 3.

I stepped up my exercise this week (running, walking, dancing). I started walking home from work a few times a week (3 mile walk) on top of regular exercise. I guess it is working. I have almost made my April goal:

SW: 149
CW: 142
GW: 141

Lost this month: 7 lbs

I'm not sure what is going on. I knew that I lose weight quickly, but I didn't expect it to be this fast. I have never lost 7 lbs in less than a month b/c I usually have severe binges, but I haven't had any this month.

I hope I can keep up my momentum.

Motivated chickie: you are so close to your goal for this month

Ugh, I'm sick. Cough and sore throat, heavy chest, headaches, and now my body just feels run down. No fever, though. Don't think I can or should exercise today. ****, I hope I can get my work done--I need to close my eyes every few minutes. I think a few minutes of sunshine to get my vitamin D is in order for the day.

I did a second weigh-in after I went back to bed feeling terrible this morning, and I'm at 181.8. I'm very excited to get out of the 180s soon. Let's pray for a little loss of appetite with this illness, eh?

MsP: I'm so proud of you! You had a bad month last month and really needed this to remind yourself what you're capable of. Yippy skippy chickie!

Motivate chickie: Gimme some of that go-go juice!

LTTG: I have a very large cast iron frypan, if you think you might need us to get out the big hammer to get you back in gear. This month's challenge is great because everyone is really ON! It's very inspiring to check in with a bunch of big losers.

Keep up the good work everyone; I gotta go close my eyes...ugh!

At 210 now!!! 5 pounds away from my goal! Whoooohoo!

warning this could be a long one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I weighed in at 155.2 this morning. So close to 154 I cant stand it

I decided to go shopping today. Dont ask why exactly I needed some food and things from the store today was the day I picked. I had asked my ex to please bring my Summer clothes as I figured they would fit me now. He hasnt bothered Being typical me I decided #$%^*()&%# and take matters in my own hands. It hot and I don't want to wear jeans all summer.

Fresh fruits and veggies are starting to come into season. I decide to splurge on a few things. I bought 2 upside down growning thingys advertised on tv. I bought a tomato plant and a green pepper plant. Something I love to grow and eat. I will plant them sing to them and enjoy the harvest I bought lots of fresh living foods. Wouldn't think some one on a diet would be afraid to eat. I have been for months now all during the holidays I was fearful of what I put in my mouth. Today I decided its time to eat, enjoy what I eat and cook again. ~~~Bringing home all this wonderful food to put away, I had to go through things in the fridge . found a few unidentifible things. But also found some wonderful finds. I am more than good to go. Even got some dates and nuts to put in my oatmeal.

Decided to get a couple pair of shorts to see what I needed. Take inventory so I can go to Good Will and get what I need. I grab a pair of 12,s then 14,s . headed to the fitting room. Was going to try on the 14 pair first. Got this determined look on my face and grabbed the 12's first. I thought Im either setting myself up for a big let down or........... The 12's fit like a dream. I hung the 14's on the rack with a look and didn't look back. I don't know what the size difference is from a 12 and a 14. To me it is huge. I got 3 pair of shorts a pair of flip flops and a pair of sun glasses. Major splurge but Im worth it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

when I started this journey I could barely fit into 1X. it was a tight squeeze let me tell you it was. Now Im size 12. Im the happiest girl in the whole USA (Donna Fargo). have I been perfect NO NO NO. I have had bad days. Terrible days I didn't even want to get out of bed. The thought of facing the day was too much for me. I have had good days. Ive had excellent days. Ive had daze. Through it all with the help of all you wonderful supportive ladies size 12's are mine. Journey is far from over. Good health is around the cornor and better quality of life is knocking at my door. SO COME ON LADIES WE CAN DO THIS!!!!!!! TOGETHER WE CAN DO ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ms_Perception: Weigh under 135, Track my food, Take multivitamin 75%+ of the days
Rashomon: Onederland
Avezy44: Lose 10 lbs
Airlyeth: Get under 210 lbs, Eat 5 fruits or veggies/day
NightAngel26: Reach 215 lbs
FifdyCynt: Track food in a food journal, Lose 10 lbs
Aspiring: Reach 145 lbs
mystical: Get under 210 lbs
knobhdy: Lose 4 lbs, 15% Lost, Eat 4 fruits or veggies/day
BrittanieYork: Reach 195 lbs
SugarRox: Reach 150's, Post weekly for accountability
bama girl: Get out of the 140's, drink 64 oz water daily
Liverpool Sue: Lose 10lbs
onestar: Lose 12 lbs, try one new recipe
mmiller2829: Reach 220 lbs, Only weigh on Thursdays
shasha17a: Reach 235 lbs, Only eat at restaurants for dinner on Saturdays
SlimBy2011: Reach 165 lbs
Taurie: Reach 114 lbs
eclipse: Reach 232 lbs/BMI under 40/No longer obese
CardboardCutoutCat: Lose 8 lbs
Dixiemae: Lose 3 lbs/Reach 150 lbs
aluxa: Lose 7.2 lbs/Reach 169 lbs
nellonello: Reach 190 lbs
NightAngel26: Lose 12 lbs
Asherdoodles87: Lose 8 lbs
secoleman: Lose 6 lbs
Redheadedbrat: Lose weight
dancerindenver: Reach 164 lbs
Cheryl E: Reach 160 lbs
mytime2Bsuccessful: Lose 10 lbs, Keep food log
VickieLou: Get out of the 230's
LouisaH: Lose 10 lbs/Reach 177 lbs
ohiofreespirit: Lose 10 lbs, Track food
Califiona: No binges (Lose 8 lbs)
motivated chickie: Lose 7-8 lbs, Get in the best physical condition possible
susiemartin: Reach 248 lbs
sznn: Lose 5 lbs
Emilia LaCasuela: Lose 10 lbs by college graduation
tamaraj: Onederland, Try at least 1 new veggie
dangerouscurves76: Take a multivitamin, Journal food intake, Reach goal weight of 130 lbs
jewels05: Reach 140 lbs, Take a multivitamin everyday
juliastl27: Reach 145 lbs/Lose 3.5 lbs
Tummy Girl: Maintain
beaka: Reach 192 lbs
AmyLynn76: Take a multivitamin, Get under 200 lbs, Stay Motivated!
rea: Eat healthy and sane, Visit forums for support
luciddepths:Reach (at least) 205 lbs, Keep calorie counting incorporating more protein, Still follow serving sizes by LA Weightloss
Krista: Reach 221 lbs
Geckowall3: Lose 5 lbs
LateToTheGame: ??