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I tried the shakes could not tolerate them. I am doing well with the protein/carb meals. How effective will the program be without the shakes?

My name is Holly. I am a 32 year old wife and mother of two young children ages three and four. I am a certified elementary school teacher; but, I have chosen to stay home with my kiddos until they are both in school themselves. I have struggled with an eating disorder for nearly 20 years. My life...

My husband came up with this idea. Everytime I feel like reaching for food that isn't healthy or don't feel like working out, I have two choices: early death or LIFE! His idea: Simply say outloud (or in your head if others are around): "I CHOOSE LIFE!!" When you look at it that way...

Is this a good proram to be on in order to be in a fitness competiton and how much weight gain should ai expect before weight loss. Thanks you for all my answers.

I'm going to be honest, this week is my "mentally getting it together week" for BFL. I am scheduled to go on travel July 19-23, and I don't want to even think I can start the challenge my first week away (can we say per diem). BUT, I did start my routine (exercise workout and meal plan...

Does anyone have any remedies for frozen shoulder? I've tried ice, heat, ultrasound, physio, stretches and as my last resort I'm going for a cortisone shot tomorrow. It hasn't stopped me from working out but has restricted my shoulder exercises to pushups and holding the plank position only...

Okay...I'm having quite a difficult start my first week on BFL. I have been keeping up with my 6 meals per day but I feel really hungry and headachy going into my next meal. What's wrong I have been eating what's on the food list but I am still confused on what I can eat. Is it ONLY the foods...

Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Decide today what you want to be and take actions to change your present reality by creating a new one. If you keep doing what you are doing, you will keep getting what you are getting. I am tired of the same result I see in the mirror! Time to change...

Hi Brian! My husband and I started the challenge on Sunday the 9th, and we're going strong! I'm definitely feeling a lot of changes and it's only been a week! It would be great having support though! We live in South Africa, and don't know anyone here that's ever done this! We had...

Hi everyone - I edited the title of this thread to reflect our new challenge starting January 3 and running through March 27. Head to the last page to see new posts. __________ I am a participant in DebbieMO's church/school group. The official start date is early October, but I thought I...

Hello all fellow BFLer's - I am going to start up a new BFL 12 week program tomorrow 2/21 - Here's my story in short... or long :) It will be actually my 2nd 'latest' start for a challenge. I started on on November 29th of 2010 and I felt great! It was quite brave to start before the...

Hello everyone...I'm 47 years old and have always loved health and fitness. Living in a small community surrounded by nobody with the passion in this area has been a struggle. I am not much on posting and blogging, however I am desperate for motivation and encouragement. In saying this I would welcome...

Hey there everyone!!! I am starting my 12 weeks tomorrow! Does anyone want to join me and we can support our group through out the 12 weeks? I am excited, nervous but I am ready to change to a healthier & better me!!! Let's do this!!!

Thanks for the warm welcome guys. Just came home from coaching BBall practice. Eating last meal of day. greek yogurt and pineapple and of course enjoying a cup of Folgers. :) One last set of pushups and its of to get my 8 hours. Night everyone