NurseDana

Yes, I started it 2 weeks post op. It's a program to get you running a half hour straight, or a 5 K depending on how fast you run, without stopping. It starts with running intervals as short as one minute at a time, with walking in between. Every week the running intervals get longer and the walking intervals get shorter until eventually you're just running. I loved it, it got me started running and I ran a half marathon last month. Google it and check it out

Just do it! You'll feel so much better once you do!

Thanks for all the replies ladies! I guess we are all different, but... I guess my calves aren't too fat after all! Can we say NSV??

Amazing!

I second the Nectar protein..the brand is Syntrax. I didn't *love* the Roadside lemonade but it was okay. Strawberry kiwi was better, and now I drink Vanilla Bean Tort every morning...mixed with a glass of skim milk it is 32 gms of protein and 190 calories...and tastes alot like Carnation instant breakfast vanilla.Not bad! It can be trial and error to find out what you like, so whenever possible buy sample packets before you commit to a huge expensive jug.

I drink a protein drink for breakfast every morning because I simply would not get enough protein otherwise. I don't eat much meat or other high protein foods so if I get a shake in each morning I don't have to worry about it too much the rest of the day.

I'm interested to hear people's answers to this. I am 20 lbs away from my goal of 149, hoping for a size 8...but already I'm thinking and wondering what i will look like and if I will be satisfied. No way to tell until I'm there i guess!

What an awesome feeling...way to go!

Fantastic!

Beth...you totally need to go back! I'm so sorry you had to deal with that....but with your skinny self that should not be a problem now!

Thanks ladies...it certainly is a good feeling!

It may be different for everyone but in my case I was told they go off your very initial weight.

Congrats on your decision! It will be hard work but the pay off is so worth it! Good luck to you and keep coming back here...its a great place for information and support!

Awesome job! My fitness pal is the best! And 6 lbs is great...anytime the scale is moving down is a victory!