The little things 4 (1-towels, 2-squizing in, 3-socks)
Interesting to compare 1 pound of yogurt is just a jar which nicely fits into my hand. yet 1 pound of fat, is a huge nasty blob. Are they equal - yes of course, mass is same 1 pound. But perceptually they are not, one can produce the other, and when we look at volume we can see how much yogurt is smaller. Food, life, relationships, many things are all about volume, substance. I don't want just a guy, I want a top quality one, right?
I stood there at Trader Joe's reading lables for yougurt trying to find plain with little amount of carbs, and no fructose or corn syurope...and today I tried on my something my mom used to wear before (for a brief period as she transitioned between weight. She did lose over 50 pounds and have kept it off for 2 years now). It's a coat like thing, made out of wool, but thin (sort of like cardigan), when she gave it to me on Thanksgiving it would not even stay on...now I still cannot close it, but it looks ok. I am sitting in at work, and it reminds me of mom... (just some thoughs)
So I'd like to say hello to everyone who recently joined. I got so wrapped up in my own depression this past week, that I barelly noticed anything and anyone. Welcome to the thread. I know someone asked about our stories, and actually over the last 2 months I've been trying to learn them, but yet I don't know everyones. Perhaps all will agree to share...Here is a brief summary of mine.
Russian born (hence bad english grammar), lived in US for 12 years, professionally employed (sitting down job). Began on the first day of December. Results so far are 14 pound loss as of today (yes 1 pound for this week). Measurements taken on Dec.18, and yes I will be seeing how those changed this weekend. I like what I am trying to do, because I don't want to be obese. I enjoy writing and analysing (hmm it sort of comes as part of my daily job) because it gives me the sensation of learning...
Yesterday's report
A: Food (3) -Day 4 (Jan. 19) Done. Yesterday's and day before lunch was delish. Poached salmon and grilled chicken breast with salad. No dinner both days, instead a yougurt and a clementine around 4pm ~1.5-2 hours prior to my workout.
B: H2O (3) - Day 4 (Jan. 19) Done, I started even craiving it more often and feeling thirsty
C: Gym (3) - Day 4 (Jan. 19) Done, have been at the gym every day this week. Monday did 1.5 of my old routine. For two days after my legs have been sore. Yesterday did 100% of routine. I was so happy that I could. I took me 1.5 mo (30 days of excercise) to get used to it again. Felt sore while at the gym, and during eve, but ok today not like Tuesday. Another intersting thing.... I was working out 50% through my routine and felt how sweat was uzzing out of me...interesting feeling (sounds gross I know, but that's something to look forward to in the future).
Red, Fish thank you for supporting me, i understand all of this, but I want to remember these details, because I want to adapt them now, for a healthier me...
Good going with the planning. As for cellulite, they say that it's basically a circulation problem, meaning the junk in your body is not getting flushed out, mostly due to lack of intense, sweating exercise and real heart-building stuff. It's not so much about fat. A lot of super skinny Japanese girls have. I just watched something on TV and this is what the doctors were saying. I get a lot of exercise and only have a little bit of it but it's only visible when I squeeze the skin a lot. I think I have regular exercise to thank. You can get in the habit too. It really does get easier. 
and tell me a little about yourself..... what your challenges are/ have been doing. How much weight you have lost, what works for you and most importantly what was the turning point in your life that made you look at yourself and go...." this is out of control and something has to change !"
!.... out of control!!!!!
maybe a first name?
Bad idea! It's not exactly horrible, but it has a bit of a licorice flavour that doesn't go with coffee... So it'll be back to Splenda next time. NO intention of quitting coffee, just keeping it under control.
You're certainly welcome to join our merry crew, but be forewarned that you may be required to run half-naked down the street to prove you belong. (Just kidding. But we do attract the flakes here. Speaking only for myself, of course... )
If I ever get to be as slim as you, though, I'll be back there in a flash to show off my buff bod!
...I mean it!!!!!!!!! Looks like you have had you ups and downs as far as weight loss goes.... and life! You are on the right track though.... cuz you are here!!! I agree with you on the cellulite issue, my mother, sister, cousins, aunts...(you name it) all have great legs and arms..... WHERE DID I GET @#$% in the genetics pool!!!! Well I used to have nice everything.... but then I had 2 kids.....120lbs later 
I am double the size I used to be and feeling like it!!!! I think the cellulite came with all of my ups and downs trying to lose the weight. I am glad you want to lose weight for your son.... I feel the same about my to!
I'm afraid, however, that I, as a loyal Pittsburgher (displaced), cannot allow Bronco-cheering on the thread! Simply unacceptable! 
You've taken on quite a challenge there, three in fact!! And wow, hey chai, more nakedness here!! 
Good luck and I hope to see lots of you here. Read back and get to know us all a bit better and do be sure to check out the rules in the first post, as it looks like you've already done. That's a toughie going for broke with the situps. Obviously, you're a woman of strength and courage! 
Hope you're with us for the long run! 
