Tricia K.

The only advice I can give you for implementation is just to have extreme willpower. I know that it's hard, but it's mind over matter. Good luck, :first:!

Hi :first: 1) Open garbage can 2) Throw away the Reese's Peanut Butter Cups 3) Don't buy anymore How's that? :confused:

Thanks, dahhhhling! 35 here I come!!:whoo:

LOL - - there will be a full moon tomorrow!! I know how some of you feel about gaining weight and/or a wacked out scale. I stepped on the scale last night and it read - - 204!! I was like WTF??? I couldn't have gained 6 pounds by recently stepping up my exercise, could I have?? I saw 200 this morning, which still doesn't make me happy. Who knows, maybe I too need a good colon cleansing. :confused: Anyway, good luck this weekend, everyone. :confused:

Congratulations, Laura! I'm so proud of you. :confused: Just think, in another few days (or a week) you'll be celebrating again when you hit ONEderland!!

You're welcome, Paula.

LOL @ Josette. Susan - great job on your weight loss this week!

Have fun on my Birthday! :Banane13:

Breakfast: 16 oz. protein shake made w/ skim milk Lunch: 20 oz. latte made w/ whole milk & 3 Splenda Snack: 3 c. movie theatre popcorn Dinner: 1 oz. baked cod w/ lemon pepper seasoning & 1/2 pat of butter Total Calories: 729 Total Fat: 22 grams - 27% Total Carbs: 63 grams - 32% Total Protein: 74 grams - 41%

I just had a late dinner because I was at the movies at my regular dinner time. Anyway, once my food digests, I'm going to do the following: 2.5 miles on recumbant bike, 10 mph, pulse rate 130 500 leg lifts (250 each leg - combo of side, inner, back, front) 75 toe raises 75 bicep curls w/ 4lb. weight 75 tricep curls w/ 4lb. weight 100 lateral raises w/ 2lb. weight (ouch!)

Jessiebear, I would recommend that the first 2-3 times that you go, you tan for a maximum of 5-6 minutes. The next few times, increase it to 8-9 minutes. By doing this, you decrease the risk of burning but build up a good base tan. Once you've achieved your base tan, you can increase the minutes to 12 or 15 and then tan 2-3 times per week. Oh yeah, try not to tan every day. You should skip at least 1 day to let the prior session "set" in.

Congratulations and welcome to bandland!

My surgeon said there was no risk in damaging the port from tanning - beds or naturally.

Thanks, Diane. *blush*

Yes, I tan every other day. I pay a yearly VIP membership fee of $70 and then $35/month for unlimited tans in their super beds. I absolutely LOVE to tan.

Welcome to LBT, Tina. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery.

Awesome news!! Congratulations, Jobelle.

No worries, my dear. The good thing is - - you're exercising. That's all that matters. *BIG HUGS*

250 crunches 350 leg lifts (175 each leg) 50 bicep curls w/ 4lb. weight 50 tricep curls w/ 4lb. weight 75 lateral raises w/ 2lb. weight

I've had it and I think it's delicious. If you live near or plan to be in south Jersey, try a Rita's Gelati. They are delicious!! To me, it tastes better than regular ice cream. However, I wouldn't integrate it as part of your bandster diet. It's full of empty calories, fat and carbs. http://www.ritasice.com/homeFrame.html

Holy crap!! I missed it but that just SUCKS!!! He is my favorite guy contestant. He has nothing to worry about though. He's going to get a record contract ASAP, I am sure of it. Ok, now that it's down to Taylor, Katharine and Elliott, I'm hoping Katharine wins. I think she's fantastic, even with her little slip up last night.

Wal-mart sells the recumbant bike below for $108.67. I have one and I love it. This one is much better for those with back problems. http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4213117

Breakfast: South Beach Diet peanut butter cereal bar Snack: 20 oz. iced latte made w/ whole milk & 3 Splenda Lunch: 1/8 c. cashews/macadamia nuts Snack: 16 oz. protein shake made w/ skim milk Dinner: 1/2 c. ground beef w/ 2 slices american cheese, sour cream & 4 olives Total Calories: 1001 Total Fat: 48 grams - 43% Total Carbs: 48 grams - 19% Total Protein: 92 grams - 37%

Congrats, Cindy!

Kathy, I'm sorry to hear that you can't run out to Starbucks but I'm happy to hear that you've found an alternative. As for the apron removal bet, I'm guessing 18 pounds. I can't wait to see the results! Susan - great job on your weight loss! Keep us posted on the paint colors.