BIKINI BY THE SUMMER !!!

**carcol29** · March 18th, 2009, 06:16 PM

Count me in...I have wasted 6 years not wearing a bikini so I have had it....I want to wear one this summer! I am in NJ so I need to take advantage of our summer!

I have my two favorite new bikinis hanging in my closet where i can see it for Motivation.....

Together we can do this!!

**navywifelife** · March 19th, 2009, 11:36 PM

I want to join too! I am 5' 3" and currently 157lbs. I started phen on 3/12 at 163.5. I wear a bikini every summer, but this year I actually want to look GOOD in one, lol. My goal is going to be 127 by the 4th of July so I can celebrate with fireworks! The 4th of july is 15 weeks away and 2 lbs a week would be 30 lbs lost and that would put me right at 127! MY dr. called me today and told me I have a "pretty good thyroid problem going on" (duh! I've been saying that for months!) and so I start meds tomorrow. I'm hoping the meds arent going ton interfere with my weight loss

I know they take 6 weeks or so to start working so I dont what to gain or not lose for those 6 week! I'm scared :/ Anyways, thats my goal! I'll post pics when I get there!

**Shawnee** · March 20th, 2009, 12:56 AM

Hello everyone ... I am a newbie here.... I started a strict low cal diet and working out 3 weeks ago... 3/16 I started phend.... Which wasn't right for me me at all... So the doc switched me to phen 37.5 and I will start tomorrow.... To date by my scale i havent lost but 1-2 lbs thats really slow I feel like... and very discourging but Im trying to stay positive that I can do this.... We have made plans to go to Florida over 4th of July for our summer vacation..... So I am trying to work hard so I will be bikini ready... I also have issues with my thyroid.... I had a scare last yr that I could have tyroid cancer but found out that it was an wired autoimmune disease that is attacking my thyroid and trying to kill it .... So I am hoping that my slow weight loss can still be acheived with a little help from phen and alot of hard work on my part....I am tired of using my thyroid as an excuse for being over weight and I am ready to look gooid for our beach vacation this summer.... Well that may have been TMI ....sorry... Good luck to everyone out there taking this callenge... Thanks for listening

SW 162.4
CW 161
GW 120-125

**Shortee** · March 23rd, 2009, 01:19 PM

Ok, so I'm barely in the 150's now, but happy I'm there. 159.8 ! Having issues trying to update my ticker but I noted it on my replies. I just finished week 2. Started at 167.2 originally. I had hoped I would have lost more weight, but I have been having some issues so I had taken stool softeners, maybe I should use a laxative. I usually only take half a pill per day so I had skipped the pill for 2 days, but still having problems going to the bathroom. I definitely need more water, veggies, and cardio this week. I introduced a variety of fruit to my body recently so lets see how well this works. A little concerned b/c the sugars, but at least they are natural sugars & healthy for me. I hope everyone is doing good. Please keep me posted on your progress!!! THANKS TO ALL !!!

**Amandajean05** · March 23rd, 2009, 01:49 PM

I'd like to count myself in here. 25 lbs by "Bikini Time" is a good goal for me. However, that puts me way into July since I live in Northern Wisconsin and the weather and lakes don't get warm up here until then!

I was on Phen for a month, went off for about a month - while maintaining within 3-4 lbs. I just started back up today, and am hoping by the time I"m in Vegas (28 days!) that I will have lost another 10lbs. This is the last of my prescription - and am hoping and praying to get another from the Doc in 1 month or so!

Good luck to everyone!

**4kidz4me** · March 23rd, 2009, 02:29 PM

I would love to join!! I am starting Phen/Chrom again on Wed. I see the Dr. tommorow to get my script. I have about 25 lbs to go but since i have been of Phen for 2 months I hope it comes off easy.

**Shortee** · March 23rd, 2009, 08:51 PM

I know this is tough because unfortunately some of us have not been losing as much as we would like each week & some of us have thyroid/medical issues. Let's just do the best that we can do & try to at least lose 2-3 lbs. I believe my metabolism has slowed down b/c I'm not taking in enough calories. I was thinking of adding protein shakes. Any other suggestions? I also need a good stool supplement. Having a lot of issues with that. I'm barely eating cheese, so that is not the issue. Anyway... so the smaller we are the harder it is to lose. Don't you hate that? We can beat this though. Good Luck Girls

**Shortee** · March 25th, 2009, 11:07 AM

Ok, I haven't been taking phen for a few days for 2 reasons:
1. Having trouble with BM
2. I am still having trouble trying to eat more

If there is ANYONE who CAN HELP ME please let me know how to up my calories.
I need to be within 1200 CALORIES and 20 FAT Grams.
I am currently getting in about 600-700 calories a day. Please help!

**justme76** · March 25th, 2009, 05:38 PM

Hello everyone...I am Angelique, i guess I fell onto the brownie truck a little while back but I am getting back on course...I would love to be in a bikini by the summer....I am 5'7" I started phen at 37.5 mg (half pill a day) on 6 November 2008... I went off for awhile and now I am back on it...I have lost over 30 pounds on my own and with phen...I am hoping to lose 3-4 pounds a week....I will be weighing myself every sunday.....I will post more later... Angelique

**mhunter** · March 25th, 2009, 06:18 PM

I would like to join I have alot of weight to lose soo I won't be a bikini body but hopefully a tankini body by the summer! I just started on Phen 3/24 weighting 257 I will weight in weekly.

**justme76** · March 27th, 2009, 07:06 PM

ok...so I changed my weigh in day to wednesdays....So I just wanted to let everyone know that today I got up and walked the kids to school and then walked the long way back...Then when I picked them up from school my daughter and I walked some more, then my girlfriend came home and I walked more....So in all I walked for 140 minutes...which totaled alittle over 6 miles...I am so excited to weigh wednesday...I will keep you all updated in a daily log...thank you all for your continued support... Angelique

**04montecarlo** · March 27th, 2009, 07:21 PM

Great idea for a group, count me in!

I might not look the greatest in it but I will wear a bikini with pride by July! I have a bachelorette party to go to in Lake Tahoe and all the bridesmaids who are going all range from a size 2 to a 9 - I want to feel comfortable and party it up without feeling like the "big girl"......oh yea, it's on! Black halter bikini size 12 here I come!

**justme76** · March 27th, 2009, 10:53 PM

Hey, I don't understand what size i will wear at a smaller weight...I am at about 204 now and wear a size 16....What size do you think I will be wearing at like 180?? Please help...They have some really cute bikinis at Ross and I would really love to buy one early that will fit when I lose the weight....I guess I need to have it at home hanging on a hanger pushing me...

**SweetRRT** · March 27th, 2009, 11:18 PM

i did it. i bought a bikini. yes i realize i'm like 177.5, but that is the smallest i've been since high school. also my stretch marks post baby have disappeared some. I'm soooo pumped about the bikini... just want to lose more weight before i wear it out in public. oh yeah, and get a tan!

i would LOVE to join this challenge.

**Shortee** · March 28th, 2009, 01:19 AM

Ok, so I finally posted a pic, it's not full body, but this will do for now. I have noticed a difference in my size 12 jeans, I needed a belt with those today & it looks like my battle between 159 & 160 may be gone tomorrow... I hope

ha. Well, I have been eating many more calories to boost my metabolism & still don't find the need for phen rite now. I keep missing the gym though b/c It has been storming like crazy this week. Anyways, tomorrow's a new day, wish me luck! Welcome, all new "bikini" members. REMEMBER, YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE SKINNY TO WEAR A BIKINI, IT'S ALL ABOUT FEELING MORE CONFIDENT ABOUT YOUR NEW BODY

i LOVE U GUYS

**eventdiva** · April 13th, 2009, 02:57 AM

I have had the goal of being in a bikini for about 5 years straight and 2009 is the year to do it!

So glad to see all of you beautiful ladies working toward something that makes you proud of yourself!

I just started on Phen last week and am down 7 lbs already, 53 more to go!

My goal is Aug (end of summer

Remember....HAVE FUN!!!!

**re9ina11** · April 18th, 2009, 05:34 PM

Hello. I am starting phentermine tomorrow and I am just worried it will fail like every other thing I've tried. The summer is getting closer and I seem to be gaining weight with every weight loss program. I am currently 175lbs which is the biggest I have ever been. I have 50lbs to go and would like to lose it by Christmas at the latest. I'm looking forward to being a part of this challenge and hopefully stay motivated this time.

Thanks,
Ashley

**re9ina11** · April 20th, 2009, 05:26 PM

Ok, well yesterday was my first day and it went great! I had so much energy and seemed to be in such a good mood all day. I have already lost some weight. One thing that might be a big help is, I signed up for the skinny switch secret. It makes meals up for you that anyone in your household will love. It's not just diet foods. There are some great recipes and tips on the website. Thanks for letting me a part of this. I'm really excited to see the results!

4/19/09 SW 172.7lbs
4/20/09 169.7lbs

**Shortee** · May 8th, 2009, 04:49 AM

oK, it has been a while, but I have been going crazy w/school, finals, & presentations. I hope everyone has made at least some progress since you guys started. Angelique, I would measure your bust size to see how many inches you lose per wk to help determine what size top you will need for bikini. Maybe I can take a pic of myself in a bikini top to show you what I'm looking like at a size 10/12 bathing suit, but it really just depends on your measurements. It's still NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN. Everyone is welcome & it's not based on how skinny you will look, it's based on HOW GOOD YOU WILL FEEL by the summer. I gained 4 of my lbs back but my new mini-goal is just to lose 7 lbs by May 31st. I've been so stressed it's hard to get back in the swing of things. I'm glad I can always count on you guys for inspiration & support. Remember that by setting mini-goals, you can climb mountains. By setting long term goals, you are jumping hurdles & falling off. Start off slow & work your way down the scale. I found that when I eat no later than 7pm I can manage my low fat regimen & keep my weight down. However, I need to get back to the gym, I've been out for almost 2wks. Good Luck Girls!

**Shortee** · May 8th, 2009, 04:54 AM

To Ashley, if you are serious about losing weight, which I'm sure you are, then you can do it. You have already made the step to get help. Phen is a good weightloss booster for those of us who need that extra push to get started. I hope everything is working out for you. I started around your weight & have the same long term goal set. Set small goals to get to where you want to be. Try not to push yourself harder than losing 2-3lbs per wk b/c that is a safe amt to lose & can help you keep it off by learning proper diet & exercise routine. So let me know what your progress is if you can. I would like to keep in touch. Ttys!

**Shortee** · May 8th, 2009, 05:00 AM

Originally Posted by re9ina11

Ok, well yesterday was my first day and it went great! I had so much energy and seemed to be in such a good mood all day. I have already lost some weight. One thing that might be a big help is, I signed up for the skinny switch secret. It makes meals up for you that anyone in your household will love. It's not just diet foods. There are some great recipes and tips on the website. Thanks for letting me a part of this. I'm really excited to see the results!

4/19/09 SW 172.7lbs
4/20/09 169.7lbs

CONGRATS on your weightloss. That is so awesome! Keep up the good work. Thanx for the ideas on special diet food secrets, I will def. check into that

You are gonna do so good, just make sure you keep in touch so we can stay motivated as a team. We are all here for each other. Thanx for joining the challenge, I'm right here with ya! Ttyl

**KARENinFWB** · May 8th, 2009, 01:15 PM

I'd love to join this challenge! I posted a thread yesterday, asking if I was fit enough to wear a bikini. Most of you said NOT YET. So, I now know I definitely need to workout and get really motivated to rock that bikini. My first goal will be 125 by June 1. As I'm writing this, I can't believe I'm planning to get into the 120's... I haven't been there in over a decade! Wow!