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Back on MFP and Afraid
I finally decided it was time to get back on MFP i very much would like to reach my goal weight of 115 pounds but im afraid, i'll start doing this and then somewhere down the line i end up giving up and its difficult because im determined. :| Im getting tired of looking in the mirror and seeing a belly -_- Anyone have any…
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Over 200 Club New Year New Me Part 10
Girls I am back and full force losing again.I just figured I am going back to my 1200 calorie diet and no exercise calories because I really don't think I need them right now.I am only going to eat them if I feel hungry.This is how I did it last year and lost almost 50 pounds and I have kept 30 of that off so at least I…
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CC's Biggest Loser Challenge Week 11
Hi everyone welcome to week 11. I will post last week's stats this evening. New people are still welcome. Here are the rules/guidelines of the challenge. Biggest Loser Challenge "Rules" -everyone weighs in each week on the same day -Please try to post your weight as early as possible, this makes it easier for me Just like…
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No More Excuses -- Week 19
Crazy week, not one gainer in the group this week, Ann you killed it with your 3.6lb loss this week. Great Job!!!! I rode a crazy roller coaster this week, getting as high as 199.9 pounds, and finishing at 194.4, but you know what they say, "it's now how you start, its how you finish". :smile: Great job…
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Fireworks!
Yup, its time for fireworks and noise makers! Why? Cause my darlings, yall are doing so well. I can't even being to say how prpoud I am of you warriors! This is a weekend with a lot of us getting snow, or cold/rain and I just see everyone fought on through and made the best weekend you could. And klet em tell you…
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Morning Motivation
I am a single mom, who works full time and I goes to school (working on prerequisites for Rn). I want sooo bad to be a runner!! I have come pretty far with my weight but am wanting to be in better shape!!! I think to myself everynight ok I am going to get up and work out. Even if its just five minutes I can build up to…
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ShamROCKIN' Sixers Week 3
For week 3... izzypup.......................................SW 181.4 lbs / GW 180 lbs / CW 179 lbs / PROGRESS -2.4lbs Heidi(orangeoldies88)..........SW 188.0 lbs / GW 180.0 lbs / CW 188.0 lbs / PROGRESS - 0 lbs Lorna (iftcheiaf).......................SW 146.0 lbs / GW 134.0 lbs / CW 142.0 lb/ PROGRESS - 4 lbs…
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NO TEMPTATION WEEK!
Who's with me! Starting today I am beginning a no temptation week. I am at a stand still right now but I find that everyday i at least give in to one tempation that ends up bringing me over my limit. And that includes sitting on the couch instead of working out as well. This week, I am vowing to do everything right. I will…
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No energy or motivation
I always feel tired, dont feel like doing much of anything and nothing to motivate me to do anything..Anyone else ever had this problem? And if so what did you do about it?
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SAHM 3/15 - 3/21
Hi everyone! We are a great group of stay at home mom's that share our life experiences with each other through our weight loss journey. We don't have any official weigh in's or challenges, but are here to encourage and support each other. We welcome newcomers!
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I just wanted to say...
...CONGRATS & THANK YOU!!! Why? #1. No matter how great or small your weightloss (or gain...b/c there are people on MFP who are trying to gain weight, too) "amount" has been, congrats!!! It really is a lifestyle change, so way to go on stickin' with it! :drinker: #2. There are times when I've wanted to give up, but the…
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No late night snacking - March 15 - 21
A challenge for those of us munching mindlessly after dinner: fix a cut-off time and then stay away from calories until next morning :smile:. That is, tea and water are OK, but no more chips, nuts or sweets! :angry: If it's a must, you can still have a fruit or a salad :wink:. Actually, the challenge is a bit more…
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it's been about a month
since i have logged onto here! and, of course, i've gained just over 2 pounds. but it's time to get reacquainted. trying hard not to beat myself up - i just want to pick myself up and go! signed up for a zumba class that starts tonight and i'm hoping it will motivate to stay in gear. (has anyone done this and enjoyed it?…
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Now employed
So I have been unemployed for almost three months which has made working out... well not exactly easy, but I haven't had a problem finding the TIME to exercise. :tongue: FINALLY, after much searching and interviewing, I have a job offer! HURRAY! While I am excited to have a job, I am a little nervous about keeping up my…
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type one diabetics out there?
Are there any other type one diabetics out there? It would be great to find some others out there that I could relate to.
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feeling so frustrated
Hi Guys, I really need some advice here. I have been tracking my foods online for more than a couple years at this site and another one before i found MFP, to try and lose 5-10 (max) lbs. And so far, with 1200 cals, I haven't been successful for more than a small amount of time! Recently i raised my cals to 1400, (lose 1/2…
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BLEH!!
So I still need to lose 10 pounds before April 16... Which is very soon.... And I can't lose it!! I have tried more strength training, I follow my diet, I do cardio, I just don't understand!! Any suggestions?
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Have you ever lost a loved one?
has anybody every lost someone really special to them? i lost my dad when i was 2 months old so i never really knew him which is something that bothers me everyday. And i recently lost my uncle which is how i got started on here. but sometimes i get very upset and dont feel like doing my workout or i feel like eating a…
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I don't know if I can do it......
Hello, I have made some success and met a few of my goals but it's getting harder and harder to stay within my calorie goals every day. Evey time I achieve a new milestone my calorie intake gets smaller and smaller. I stayed within my calorie intake only two times last week and one of those days I had to add in a workout…
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I am so pleased
Lost 5lb in my first week. I can't believe it. Maybe calorie counting is the way forward for me :D Caz
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How to push through the 'plateau'??
Fellow dieters! I have reached a weight plateau and really am struggling to get out of it. I am 8.3 and 5'2. I desperately want to get back down to 7.7 at least...but simply can't shake the lbs. I have tried excersizing a lot, then excersizing less - different forms of excersize too, i keep it really varied but make sure i…
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Cute work out clothes!
I've been looking for cute work out clothes but they're all sooo expensive. All my shorts are too loose so I get stuck wearing mesh track pants 'cause they have a drawstring or this one pair of biking shorts 'cause they WERE tight in my middle but now they're also getting too big. That leaves me with booty shorts or…
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Help Staying On Track Throughout the Day
One of my bad-eating-habits is not eating until I'm famished and then gorging. And after 6 o'clock, forget about it. I think there is some gremlin inside me that wakes if I feed it after dark and it consumes anything I can get my hands on. I know I'm supposed to eat five times each day and eat smaller portions, so I have…
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Uh oh...summer is coming!
And I'm not referring to the bathing suit/lack of covering issues, because I'm so pleased with my weight loss that I'm actually considering buying a new two piece bathing suit! No, what I'm referring to is the evil temptations that the warmer weather brings: BBQ's, beer, dining at outdoor cafes/restuarants, fried food on…
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how do i work out a roast dinner ?
was thinking of having 3 x thin pork sausage ( thats in there ) , 2 spuds cut in half and roasted in vegi oil , and about 4 aunt bessies roast parsnip and a bit of bisto gravy ?
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Skinny Saturday Challenge Anyone?! (4)
Would you like to join me in a Skinny Saturday? Here's what's up: Think double, double, double....double your exercise, double your water and double your self-control so you eat low fat and log every cal that passes your lips. A Skinny Saturday keeps me focused for the weekend, when I used to blow it! Now I know the SS…
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Where are you Laurie?
Gosh, I have been sick and unable to send you an email. Miss my MFP buddy!!!! kc
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Made me smile
Today I saw a couple things that made me smile and motivated me to keep going. The first thing was at the gym there were two 70+ women and one guy working with the trainers. If they can do it I can do it. The second thing when I was at the park walk/jogging I saw a ton of families out. This makes me smile to see families…
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Teenage girls!
I'm here for some support if theres anyone out there in a situation like mine. Im 5'5 and i weight 147, which isn't too bad. I recently gained 25 pounds in two months, I believe my metabolism finally slowed, so I'm determined to lose most of it. I struggle with compulsive eating, I think it's because I get bored too easy…
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Workout Pledge
This is not my idea; I borrowed it from 344pounds.com but I think it's wonderful. So, I'd like to do my first workout pledge. I do thirty minutes on the elliptical and 30 minutes on the treadmill, after my 20 minute/6 mile warm up on the bike. So, with a workout pledge, you get to decide how long my workout will be. I will…