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Retiring in 2 Weeks and Needed to Recover From Weight Gain From 4 Surgeries
I have always been active with hiking/backpacking, snorkeling, and bicycling on an almost daily basis. Three years ago I had an accident that resulted in having to have 4 foot surgeries, with the last being Dec 26. Being immobilized for months, and depressed from no physical activity, I gained 20 pounds, ending up at 170.…
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First 5k ever!🏃🏼♀️➡️
I JUST RAN MY FIRST 5K EVER!!! Disclaimer it was on an elliptical so idk if it counts to some people BUT that’s the farthest I have ever consistently ran! I can’t believe how much growth I’ve made in just a month & a half! Big win for me 😄 Next goal is to get it under 30 minutes, right now I’m at 33:40 💪 I got this 😎
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My doctor knows I'm serious about weight loss now!
I saw my incredibly tall, skinny doctor yesterday for my once every 4 month checkup and he noted that one year ago I weighed 260 and now weigh 205. Heh, heh. As I say 50 down, 50 to go I guess I should change that to 55 down, 45 to go. Heh, heh. I now weigh what I weighed when I graduated high school. The only pants I can…
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Who holds the record for most consecutive days logging into
Just curious. There's gotta be someone who has logged on every single day for a year or more... I posted this in Success Stories because I figure it's definitely a success to be here every day, and stick with it that long... Anyone know who it is? Staff note:* 1 year = 365 days * 2 years = 730 days * 3 years = 1095 days *…
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Help with quitting Nicotine
Hey y'all I have recently been making a lot of changes in my life. This started with changing shifts at work from overnight to evening shift. This change sparked my motivation to get back to the gym, as well as start eating better and logging my food to keep track of my macros and caloric deficit. I stopped drinking sodas…
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Under 300lbs!!!!
I did my weekly weigh in and I am officially under 300lbs! I know I still have a long road ahead of me but this is a massive milestone for me! Ahhh I literally teared up on the scale seeing the number not start with a 3 🥲 never again will I do that to my body.
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10lbs Down!!!!
As of today I have officially lost 10lbs!! When I stepped on that scale I didn't believe it at first and then I started tearing up. Finally getting to see all your hard work paying off is something I can't even begin to describe but I'm sure ya'll know exactly how I feel right now. 40 more pounds to go to reach my goal…
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How do I see the pictures? The are question marks and I’m a paid member…help
how do I see the pictures? seeing is I can’t click on them, but I’m a paid member help.
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Kicking off my soccer career
I have just been accepted to the USA National youth league!!!
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Halfway Progress Photo - 62 pounds down
Halfway through my goal. 62 pounds down. I cut out alcohol, changed jobs, and left an unhappy relationship. I have been walking with the aid of Pokémon Go! Only eating out 2 nights a week and high fiber, high protein, meals. Replaced candy with fruit. Please add me if you want to join me on the remainder of my journey!
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2 years of maintenance - 130+ pounds lost
Two years ago yesterday, I woke up and stepped on the scale and saw it. After 15 months of work (and, yes, fun), I was at my goal weight. I had lost more than 130 pounds. It was a big day. I shared this before and after collage back then: Interestingly, last night on Facebook I saw a post by Go Kaleo that said, of…
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where can I set my goal weight
and will that change my calorie intake per day. thanks in advance
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You all scammers myfitnesspal deducted me amount of 2214 without my permission!!!!
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I'm ready to reach my fitness goals!
I have been on this downward spiral about my weight after having my son a year ago. Now that we found a good routine with taking care of our child, chores, and working, I feel like I am in a more positive mindset get back into shape. Seeing a lot of the success stories was really eye opening and I hope to achieve my goals…
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28 pounds in 4 months and going!!!!
So proud to step on the scale on Easter Monday and still having lost vs. last week despite some major indulgence yesterday 😋 Changing habits since Jan 1 with 500kcal deficit, sport 3 times a week, 8000 steps each day and whole foods preference. No "forbidden" foods. Had Pizza last night (first time this month). Just…
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Hitting My Goals
3 Months Ago I Was Out Of Shape, unhappy & couldn’t produce a routine that worked for me with my distractions, Cutting off the bad fruit finally and pursuing what made me happy produces a whopping 40+ lbs weight loss and I can say I’m much happier I can’t stress enough calorie deficit, watching your sodium intake aswell as…
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New weight low!
I’ve been using MFP for the past 92 days! Accountability is key to my success! My great friend Briana has helped me so much with health and fitness and keeping me accountable that I’m down 63 pounds in the past year and a half but almost half of this is in the last three months! 291 to 227 with 62 pounds to go!
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105 pounds down
I started my weight loss journey at 250 pounds 2 years ago. Last year I had lost 100 pounds and I’m proud to say I’ve kept it off for a year and lost 5 more pounds 💪. I’ve only missed logging my calories a handful of days in 2 years. If it goes in my mouth, I log it. My diet is focused on high protein foods and I’ve been…
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How do I get started tracking food?
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Got a new Idea
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How does one stay motivated and consistent?
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Down 10 pounds in 2 weeks while still eating my favs!
I am maintaining a calorie deficit of 500 calories a day, and it has shrunk my stomach! Can barely finish my smoothies before I'm full; no need for seconds at dinner anymore! I've always struggled with losing weight since I was a teenager, so to me, this feels and looks like really good progress. I feel lighter and more…
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Smallest success but I’m trying my best
will meet a friend for coffee in less than an hour Usually I get enticed by the chocolate brownies in the display case Today I will order a coffee, no sugar with some milk And just in case hunger strikes I’ll pack an apple in my purse for the drive there or back wish me luck, Laura
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Over 100lbs lost after 10+ years of trying...I've learned a huge lesson (TW)
I have been on Keto for 252 days. My goal is 140lbs and i started at 310lbs. I am now 201 lbs. 61lbs to go! Before I started this journey I was under the impression that I would never lose the weight. How I have proved myself, and others, wrong. I thought I would share the greatest lesson i have learned so far. This post…
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Weight loss of 78lbs
I’m so excited that I’ve lost 78lbs. It’s taken me 1.5 years to complete. I exercise and now love it. This year I had my loose skin removed off my arms & gained a few pounds while I was healing. I’m the girl on the left.
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Down 90lbs
I started my health journey at the end of May 2024 at 343 lbs as of this morning I am 253.2. I went from a 24-26 in pants to a 16 and a 3x - 4x in shirts to an xl and I still have about 80lbs to lose
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Recent interactions with people who haven’t seen before you lost the weight/ gained muscle?
i’ll start. At work my coworker who had been on maternity leave came back and almost didn’t recognize me after i had lost over 17% of my body weight! Small wins are still wins!
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Hit the 50lb mark!!!
I jaut wanted to quickly celebrate 50 lbs lost in the span of 6 months!!! I'm hoping to be below 200 for the first time since early high school by my 20th bday this July :) Very proud of my progress and just wanted to share somewhere
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Not the Success I had Hoped for ...but
Today was the big day. A jump on the scale and I would finally see the 50-pound weight loss I had been aiming for and not just that. I would also finally see a weight starting with a “2,” and I would leave the 3-hundred numbers behind me for good. I had worked so hard, so much has changed since last September. I stepped on…
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Honest opinion only
I need your honest opinion don’t hold back at all