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parents are shocked
Hello there - I was recently talking to my mom on the phone (my parents live a few states away) about my new eating habits. I've always been a bit overweight and this is the first time I've ever lost much weight. After talking to my mom, I sent my parents a new picture via email and I didn't get the reaction I expected. My…
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"Lose It" App on the iPhone
Are there any "pal" members using the App "Lose It" on their iPhone. If so, how is it working out for you or have you found a better app/ web site?
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5 K Races
Are there any scheduled 5 K Races in the Chicago area? I ran my 3rd race of the year 2 weeks ago, but I haven't been able to find any more scheduled for May or June.
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Looking for a weight-loss friend(s)
So I'm just starting my weight loss journey. My lifestyle change! I'm looking for some people who are doing the same! Maybe even some who are already on their journey and would be able to provide some good advice! Basically, I just need support! I've failed too many times, and this time I want to do it!
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Crazy Canucks Where are You
Missed a few weeks - in denial however I weighed myself this morning and have stayed the same since April 12, 09 - I'm ready to get with the program. As it was pure luck that kept me at the same weight. I still have a considerable amount to lose and staying away from the site does not help the cause - here's to a better…
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Get A Better Life-- Words of Wisdom -- May 6, 2009
Good afternoon. If you're striving for a better, more fulfilling life, a little change in your approach can make a HUGE difference!!! (Consider this) “IF YOU DO WHAT YOU'VE ALWAYS DONE, YOU'LL GET WHAT YOU'VE ALWAYS GOTTEN”. (CHANGE SOMETHING!!!!!) :heart: God is Love:heart:
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frustration
I went to a certain steakhouse for dinner, had grilled salmon, steamed veggies and a side salad with minimal dressing on the side, one piece of bread and 2 bites of my hubby's dessert......850 calories. I only had 500 left for dinner, thought I would go over a bit......just goes to show you you should log BEFORE you eat!!…
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Any working mom's
out there? I work 9-5 m-f, try to get to curves 2-3 times a week after work. have 2 +2 kids a fiance, a dog ect. Busy and dont always find the time I need to get everything done!! How do you guys cope with dinner time? I have been making sure to grill veggies every night with dinner weather it be turkey burgers or chicken.…
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Blue Team is recruiting!!!!!
So over the 18 weeks we've been checking in with eachother our team has slowly dwindled down to just a handful of core members. We're a positive bunch and enjoy the accountability and encouragement we get from eachother. We've decided that at week 20 we'd take new members and see if we can't get a few more GREAT people to…
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I'M A SLACKER!!!
HELLO ALL, I am just now coming back to the site to begin my journey once again! I need to become healthy and fit so I may live life and live it more abundantly! I hope all is well with everyone. See ya around!:heart:
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How often do you???
hi everyone, Had a bad day today, went way over my calories probably by 1000! How often do you guys fall off the bandwagon??:huh: :huh: :huh: :huh: :huh:
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Here are my goals
I wanted to take a minute and sit down with everyone and share my goals! I am doing this because of the fact I want the encouragement and support to help me work on these goals and get these goals down :) Mornings *Walk 1 mile *stationary Bike 10 min *light breakfast Evenings *Walk 1 mile *Stationary bike 10 min *Dinner…
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I REALLY need some motivation and advice...
So I had a really stressful night and of course how did I deal with it...I ate a whole bunch of crap that I shouldn't have...:frown: I just don't really know how to deal with the stress in another way right now. I have done so well so far and lost 3lbs and was really feeling good about myself and then this happened...UGH!!…
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BL Blue Team WEEK 18
Wow, only 6 weigh-ins!
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Soft Drinks
Turned to Tea with Sweet n low or Splenda, cutting regular soft drinks out has made a big diffrence in my diet.
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I.B.T.W.Y.P.D.B. Week 6 Weigh-In
Happy Weigh-In! So here we go: last week: 142 this week: 140.4 I thought it'd be nice to post something your proud of along with weighing in. Mine: I was able to eat at Chili's for the first time since trying to lose weight and I didn't go over in calories. :bigsmile:
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help!
:explode: i've hit a platue!! ( sp?) i need some motivation and i cant seem to find it. i started in december and so far have lost 33 pounds but for the past week i haven't lost anything! i know it might be too much to expect but i feel like i'm failing :brokenheart: any advice from anyone ?
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anyone,i totally need some help here!
i'm back..and more desperate than ever..i've jus finished my yearly final exam for my medical degree..i was stressed out and ate to relieve it..yup,i know i shudn't have:embarassed: ..then now comes the holidays..i'm always hungry..i've gained 10pounds..which realy upsets me:sad: ..is it too late to start..i wud like to…
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Should I....
keep a job that is making me miserable? I do homebound teaching for a fourth grade student and I feel like I am being caught in the middle. The child tells me one thing, his mom another thing and it's causing a lot of problems. For instance, the child told me he was ready to take a test, I gave it to him, he made a 0, and…
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Black Team - Part 19ish
Okay, kiddos. We have been at this for quite some time now. We've challenged each other & we've challenged ourselves. We've discovered new foods & have improved our way of lives. We are running 5Ks, we are wearing smaller sizes, we are leaping buildings in a single bound. Quite frankly...we rock. :glasses: Here's your…
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Arrrggg...Uphill battle this week.
So I went to a training session today for work and tried really hard to watch what I ate... For breakfast at the training I had strawberries and blueberries with a coffee and creamer. The seminar provided lunch... I ate a small salad, a small sccop of bowtie pasta and a breast of chicken. I had one small canoli for…
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Back in the Saddle...
So I discovered MFP about 2 months ago - I joined and did really well for the first 2 weeks or so. Unfortunately at the same time I was going through the breakup of my 2 1/2 year relationship. I'm an emotional eater, so once the time came to actually deal with apartment-hunting, packing and moving out, my daily eating plan…
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Any tips to avoid eating out of boredom?
Well I think that's what it is anyway. I've done awesome today for the most part...eating healthy, making good choices, etc. But now I'm studying for finals and my mind keeps wandering to food. It's really hard not to think about food when my mind gets on it and I have to really try to refocus on studying. Any tips out…
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Motivation Monday!!!-- Words of Wisdom -- May 4, 2009
Good morning. Check your inspiration temperature.. Are you in hot pursuit like you were at one time? All your biggest successes were the result of excitement and being in hot pursuit! Nothing great has ever been created without great enthusiasm! DON'T GIVE UP! (Remember!!) Todays OAK is yesterdays nut who stood his…
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April~ Biggest Loser DVDs / Challenges (New Members welcome!
Hello everyone..... Last week was a yucky week for us all !! According to the spread sheet we have a few people missing! Congrats Amanda who has the highest percentage lost !!!! WooHoo Great Job AMANDA !!! Bring it on girl what is our challenge this week from you? Dont go easy on us ....... The new April week is all set…
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I feel like giving up!
Here's the deal. I gave birth by c-section June 1, 08. I didn't exercise or limit calories (but ate healthily due to breastfeeding) for the 1st 3 months. At my 6 week check up I weighed 140 lb (I'm 5ft 2"). I did very little exercise until about October and just ate healthily and to appetite. In Nov, 08 I joined a gym and…
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Gained back 4 lbs
:sad: :sad: :sad: I know it might not sound much but I'm gutted!!! I got all the way down to 5 lbs from target in mid March, then got bored and decided to maintain for a while. That went ok until I finished an event I've been training for, so my exercise level dropped massively. I also started weaning my baby who is now 6…
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This is a tought week for me........(vent)
Ugh! I just needed to vent. Not only did I start my week off on Sunday by eating 1700 calories over, I came in on Monday and realized it was teacher appreciation week. That means banana splits one day, a luncheon with junk today, breakfast tomorrow, all kinds of treats flying our way... I'm liking the appreciation part of…
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help
since i started MFP I have lost 17 pounds. But it seems now that i cant lose any more I still eat good no more than 1300 calories still do cardio need advice on what else to try
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You Can Do It!!!-- Words of Wisdom -- May 5, 2009
Good morning. The worst thing you can do is nothing when you feel you can only do a little! NEVER Let what you can't do interfere with what you can do! (You can do it!). What many of us need is a good vigorous kick in the seat of the can't's!!! :heart: God is Love:heart: