jowi

Read the thread "How long to lose 25 pounds" to see how I'm losing weight. I think you need cardio each day - the weights may help but could also hurt, depending on how heavy they are (You could get injured is what I'm saying by wearing them too much). The bottom line for weightloss is Eat less/Exercise more. Diet pills are expensive, and who knows exactly what they are doing to your body long term, and in order to benefit, you have to keep taking them, because once you stop taking them, then what?? You're better off using your money to buy some cute clothes once you start losing. That's what I did, and it honestly kept me motivated. When it was evening and I was getting bored and started to think about food, I would go and try on clothes, watching as they started to fit, and then now some are even too big. I try on some of my old "frumpy" baggy jeans and big shirts to remind myself of where I do NOT want to return. Call me vain, but it's helping me a lot.

I'm not sure how much Trimspa is, but you're better off paying a monthy minimum on a Sears card so you can go buy a treadmill. I walk 2.5 miles uphill every day (45 minutes) and it's a great fat burner. Plus I always tape stuff to watch, so the time just flies - and my son plays in the next room while I workout. I know being a mom it's sometimes hard to find the time, so finding things you can do at home is key. Also, enlist some support from your DH/SO if you have one to help you get time to work out.

Good luck!

Edited to add: Weight lifting is GOOD - I was just talking about the wearing of ankle weights all day that could injure you. Also, happy birthday to your little one My b-day is also Jan 3rd