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Hi everyone my name is Kimberly,
I am 46 married (17yrs) 7 children (his, mine, and ours) range from 29 to 9. Only two are still at home. I have 8 grandchildren range in age of 6yrs to 1yr. We live in Akron, OH.
CW 140
GW 125
I am not sure how long I have been on MFP. I have been on and off for a long time.
I used to do Power Pump and Zumba at my gym, but life has gotten in the way. So now I am just walking my dog, but I know I need to do more because I have put on weight since last year. I signed up for the Toning class in the morning which starts on June 1st. I am hoping I can start working out in the morning and I won't have the excuses of not having time like I do in the evenings.
I log on my phone and on the computer when I remember to log. Lately, I have been really good. I used to do Weight Watchers, which is a great program, but I cannot afford it anymore. Most of my money goes to my children's school.
I used to weigh in on Sundays, but I will try Friday mornings.
This is my first challenge. I am excited and scared. I am hoping I am up for the challenge and the accountability.0 -
1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
4. What is your daily routine
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
7. Do you want mini challenges?
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.
1. Hi I'm Shanel, 30yrs old with 2 children( 3yrs old and 4months old)
2. I currently weigh 184.6 I've been on MFP since 2011( I started at 210 then)
3. My ultimate goal weight is between 125-135, my method of dieting is unclear I'm going to try an eat healthy and stick to my calories for now. As far as exercise I like weight training most and plan to start C25k again I've completed it once before.
4. Currently I work full time and I'm a mother so I haven't been able to fit in much but enough is enough; I'm planning a schedule now to include gym time.
5. I log in on the computer mostly but sometimes my phone as well.
6. I like to weigh in on Mondays because I feel it helps me to make better choices during the weekend.
7. Yes I would love mini challenges to push me along.
8. I want this really bad but I have a sugar addiction I need to break for sure.0 -
1. I am 26, currently in a bigamous relationship with an awesome boyfriend and med school, Italy.
2. Current Weight: 121 lbs
3. Goal Weight: 114 lbs I've been on and off MFP for a few years and I slowly lost around 30 pounds. Time to shed the last 7!
4. I'm in med school and June will be a very stressful month because I have exams. I tend eat a lot during long study sessions and I don't have much time to exercise, so June (and July) will be a great challenge for me.
5. Both.
6. Usually Friday.
7. Mini challenges are a great idea to stay accountable and motivated, but given my current situation I'd feel a bit overwhelmed at the moment. I need to focus on the very basics right now and I don't wanna overdo it.0 -
1. Seem to be the oldest at 68, married forever, 3 grown children, 4 grandchildren and live in New Jersey.
2. Currently weight 220 and have been on MFP on and off for about 1 1/2 years, lost about 30 pounds last winter and put 20 back on.
3. My first goal is to get to 199, then 183 at which point my BMR will be simply overweight. Would love to be 163 and in a normal range but I worry about loose skin. Keeping calories between 1200 and 1300 with healthy choices, not much room for a snack. Try to do something 3 times a week but it is sporadic.
4. I'm retired so my daily routine is pretty much whatever I want it to be.
5. I log onto my iPad or Mac.
6. Definitely love Friday weigh in.
7. Would be interested in mini challenges but have severe arthritis in my feet so some things may not be possible.
8. Being part of this challenge has definitely inspired me to really keep on track even at parties etc.. Anytime we eat out even with good choices I always puts some weight on the next day.0 -
1. 32 (almost), Married, 2 furbabies, San Jose, CA.
2. CW: 139 and on and off for about 2 years. This is the first time I'm going to be consistently logging. I had a moment of epiphany where it's not about motivation, but discipline.
3. My ideal weight is 125. I've incorporated weight training and cal deficit.
4. Morning routine, work, gym on MWF, family and personal time, sleep. Repeat.
5. I log on both depending on what's available; I prefer computer.
6. Friday AM.
7. YES!
8. Feel free to add me!0 -
1. Personal information-- 49 (on June 3!), married 21 years, two daughters, live in Kansas.
2. My starting weight at the end of April was 193.6. I've been using MFP on and off for about four years. I find that I am much more successful when tracking my food.
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using. My goal weight is 145(I think) I really would just be able to wear cute clothes again and not feel so bad about my body, whether that is 145 or 165, I will know when I get there! I rejoined a gym in April, go to spinning classes 3x/wk, yoga 1-2x/wk, and lift weights/bodyweight exercises 3x/wk. the gym is holding a promotion for a free 30 boot camp, I'm starting that tomorrow.
4. What is your daily routine? Up daily between 4:30-5:00, either spin or yoga four times weekly, lift weights after work at 4:00. Home around 5:30, play with my dogs, cook dinner, clean, bed...
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post). I use my phone most of the time
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you? Friday's good
7. Do you want mini challenges? Yes!
8. Any other information you might think we need to know. Would love to have more friends for support and motivation! Let's do this!0 -
I was here for the May challenge as well and just realized I never did one of these, so here it is.
1. 23, married, 3 children, Scranton, Pennsylvania.
2. Started at 250, currently 217.0, been on MFP since early April but lost 20 pounds here previously after my first child was born
3. Goal weight is 140, cutting back calories, exercising by walking, jogging, elliptical, yoga, and dancing with my kids sometimes.
4. I'm a full time college student but on summer break, so I spend most the day cleaning, cooking, playing with the kids outside, and trying to get in exercise.
5. Both. I use my computer most of the time.
6. Saturday is my MFP weigh-in day but I'm ok with Fridays.
7. Maybe. It depends on how busy I am.
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1. 23, in a serious relationship, no kids, living in Lawrence, Kansas (just graduated from college).
2. 122.5 pounds currently. Started MFP in summer 2011 weighing 109 pounds. At the time was not exercising and not eating enough. Have put on a decent amount of muscle since then but also some fat. Now I'm ready to lose that fat and show off my hard work.
3. My goal weight at this point is 116. I will be doing resistance training 3 times a week plus light cardio, HIIT and hopefully starting dance soon.
4. I've just graduated, so my schedule is not very fixed. I work some days, usually about 7 hours at a time. The first week of June I'm volunteering at a girls day camp 8am-5pm and the rest of the month is up in the air!
5. Mostly phone but currently on computer
6. Any day really
7. Yes? I've never done one but I'm intrigued
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1. 21, single, living in the Netherlands (fun fact: I'm a student of Japanese in University )
2. Currently 117 kilo's (257.9 lbs)
(luckily I am quite tall (5'7) so I still don't look like I weight that much but I really need to do something for my health. 2 years ago I lost 11 kilo (24 lbs) in a few months with using MFP (from 104 (229) to 93 (205) but gained it back (+ a lot extra)
3. I want to weigh 65 kilos (143).. I am a member of a dance team so I plan to go to training 2 times a week. I am also doing some body weight training (squats etc.) 3 times a week but I am also going to a sports gym starting next week so maybe it will change a little bit. Also tracking food (currently at losing -0.75 kilo's (1.5 lbs) each week) and eating enough protein to stay full
4. I am on summer break but I am still studying a little Japanese here and there. Sometimes I have parties (alcohol is a weak point) so I have to be careful. But because I have a lot of time I can plan my food most of the time and I can make time to exercise.
5. Mostly computer
6. It doesn't matter that much
7. Sure why not?
8. I really want to be in shape because I'll probably (I know it in 2 weeks) will go to Japan for a year starting in september. For that I really want to be fit so that motivates me a lot!
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live. 39 years old (40 in November!) I live in central Texas and am happily married with two kids at home-10 and 14 - and two grown step kids and a grandson that live in Florida
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP CW:242 and I've been on MFP off and on for 4 years. My high was 290 last September
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using I am not sure! I'm afraid of goals because I don't want to get overwhelmed. Right now I would just like to be below 200, but of course that's not my ideal weight. I'm tall - 5'10" and was 175 and fit in high school so we'll just have to see! I am currently eating low carb and low fat and so far it's going great! I am trying to be more active but haven't been exercising
4. What is your daily routine I get up at 5:30 and go to work at 7:30. My job can be very stressful with lots of deadlines but I love it! I get off anywhere between 4-6. Usually come home and start working on dinner. I try to get to bed by 10:30
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post) mostly by phone
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you Any day is fine because I weigh every day
7. Do you want mini challenges? Doesn't matter
8. Any other information you might think we need to know. Please feel free to add me0 -
1. 44, married, no children, live in central eastern Oregon.
2. CW 184; I've been on MFP off and on for a few years.
3. GW 125ish. Mini goal weigh (so I don't get overwhelmed) 175. Counting calories and strictly adhering to portion sizes plus moderate aerobic exercise I can do at home.
4. Up early and work around the house/yard, or ranch. During winter in the truck most days, hauling hay.
5. Use my phone for logging in.
6. Any day works.
7. Yes
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
Hi I'm Nancy, 39, married 16 years...two sons (12&10)...Boston, MA
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
SW: 240
CW: 191
GW: 160
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
My goal weight is between 170-155 (not sure yet...depends on how I look and feel). I walk mostly about 12 miles a day. I use the treadmill, elliptical & recumbent bike too (30 min. at a time). I keep my calories around 1000-1100 per day. Try to burn twice that everyday.
4. What is your daily routine
Exercise first....eat a protein shake...lunch, dinner & snack...exercise again.
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
I use my phone.
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
Friday morning!
7. Do you want mini challenges?
Yes.
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
- 28, single but in a serious relationship and living with boyfriend, no kids, Nashville, TN.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
- 252.2 and Ive been on MFP for a few years. Ive lost over 100lbs but I did a good majority of that with Weight Watchers. Ive moved away from the point system and now just try to eat clean. Lots of lean protein, veggies, fruits and complex carbs. I count calories, fat, carbs, sodium, ect.
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
- 145. See #2 for how I eat. My workout routine is a mix of gym and cycling. At the gym I do the elliptical, run or walk at a high incline, bike and weights.
4. What is your daily routine
- I eat breakfast, lunch and dinner with 1-2 snacks usually. I work out a min. of 4 times per week.
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
- A mix of both but mostly phone.
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
- Saturday or Sundays
7. Do you want mini challenges?
- Sure, but I wouldnt want it to be too complex. Maybe water or exercise/step challenges.
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.
- I used to be 362lbs and am currently 252.2, ready to get the last leg of my weight loss journey over!0 -
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
4. What is your daily routine
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
7. Do you want mini challenges?
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.
1. I'm 46 yrs old, in a relationship, no children, and live in Houston, TX.
2. My current weight is 174 lbs, and I have been with MFP for 3 mths
3. My goal weight is 155 lbs. I am finishing up JIllian Michaels Body Revolution (love it) this week. I plan to complete her 30-Day Shred and then repeat BR doing the more advanced moves...I hope. LOL My diet method is eating healthier and logging everything with MFP to keep check on calories.
4. I wake up at 5am, work from 7:30am-ish to 4:30pm, exercise 6:30pm-7:30pm, eat dinner, relax, and off to bed by 9:30pm. Oh there are 3 hours of commute in there too (YUCK!).
5. At work I stay logged in with computer, and the rest of the time I am on my phone.
6. I weigh-in Tuesday morning as soon as I wake up.
7. Sure, I will accept mini challenges.
8. I am happy where I am headed and getting to know different people through challenges like this is something I feel will help me. I can stuck in a rut and then get bored; these challenges will help keep me alert and going.
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
47, Married, 3 children, Hamburg, NY
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
195, been on for about 5 years but haven't logged for a few years. Lost 40 lbs the first time I did it. Have gained back 15.
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
Goal weight is 165, running and weights with normal eating matching the MFP recommendations
4. What is your daily routine
Run or exercise in the morning.
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
Both
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
Friday
7. Do you want mini challenges?
Sure
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.0 -
1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
4. What is your daily routine
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
7. Do you want mini challenges?
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.
1. 23, single, no children (hallelujah), New York.
2. 314 lbs and I've been on MFP for about a month
3. My ultimate goal weight is 150 lbs and I intend to get there by eating at a calorie deficit, making better (and healthier) food choices, and exercising regularly. Right now my main choice of exercise is walking--I walk 2.8-3.5 miles 4-5x/week.
4. I eat dinner and then I go out for a walk, usually a little after 9PM.
5. Both, though I use the app less frequently.
6. Friday mornings.
7. Sure!
8. Nothing comes to mind!
Nice to meet you all!0 -
1. 29, married, 3 kids, Oklahoma
2. 175.2 , a few weeks
3. 140, calorie counting, eating healthy and exercise
4. work nights, sleep during the day, drank protein shake, make dinner for family, exercise, get ready for work, lunch (10 p.m.), snack (1.15a.m.) and dinner (4 a.m.) walk after work for 1hr. 3 x/week.
5. Both
6. any day, right now I weigh on Wednesday's for work weight loss challenge
7. sure
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1 My name is Ukamaka, single, 21, no kids, currently in college, live in MN
2. current weight 131, i started at 140(highest ever been) have been here since feb 2015
3. goal weight: 118-120
4. i go to school, i run sometimes, lift at the gym and do some abs workout, having so much food at home and mostly African food, it hard to track calories. i eat until am full and track as much as i can, eat less junk. good thing is that most of the food we eat is organic.
5. i use both laptop and phone
6. i like Saturday morning weigh ins
7. like mini challenges
8. I motivate my self by letting my sister wear my cloths whenever i gain weight, because i hate when she wears them ( especially my leggings) also when ever i gain weight i punish myself by making spinach smoothie because i hate it..0 -
1. I'm 41, happily married, and have one wonderful child. We live in Pittsburgh, PA.
2. 168 and member off-and-on for a couple years.
3. My goal weight is 132. I've recently started logging my food and trying to stick to 1200 calories/day and walking 3x/week.
4. I work from home. We tend to eat out often, which makes it difficult to stay on a low-calorie diet.
5. I log-in on both my computer and phone equally.
6. Best weigh-in day would be Sunday.
7. No.
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1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
4. What is your daily routine
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
7. Do you want mini challenges?
8. Any other information you might think we need to know
1. 27, Engaged, no children, Cambridge, England
2.Current weight is 228.2, its the lowest I have been for a long time, Have been on and off MFP for over a year, but got strict at the beginning of 2015, and have a 153 day streak!
3. Goal weight is 160lbs, would like to be less, but getting to 160 is the first challenge, The only method I use is counting my calories, so if I want a bar of chocolate it must fit in (I obv have the odd cheat day when needed but try not to make them regular!) At the moment I use walking as a form of exercise.
4. I work full time as a manager in a retail shop. So 5 days a week, I go to work all day, come home, cook/clean, go for a walk, sleep lol makes me sound so boring.
5. Log on my phone like 95% of the time. The only time I log on the computer is when I want to edit my profile, or look at the forums (the forums are much more user friendly on the computer!)
6. Im really bad and weigh in all the time. I would think Sunday was the best day for me as Im usually off this day.
7. At the moment Im not too fussed about a mini challenge at the moment, taking baby steps to begin with.
8. everyone is free to add me if they wish. I tend to have a friend clear out every so often when people haven't logged in for a few months!0 -
1. 38 yrs. Old, married for 20 yrs. in Aug, I have 4 kids: 2 boys 19 and 17 yrs. Old. 2 twin girls 9 yrs. Old., I live in Iowa but will be moving to Colorado in a couple of months.
2. Current weight is 149 lbs. I found MFP back in 2013 maybe. I didn't get serious until May 7, 2015 when my weight was at the most I have ever been at 155 lbs. My height is 5 ft. 5 in.
3. My goal weight is 125 or 130 lbs. I walk/run at intervals on my treadmill in my garage about 4 times a week. I do crunches, squats, and barbell exercises for my arms whenever the mood strikes me which is not very often. Need a little push in that area. I count calories trying to make them all count and eat healthy calories. I shoot for 1200 calories per day.
4. I have no routine. Sometimes I hop on my treadmill at midnight or in the afternoon.
5. I log-on through my phone.
6. I weigh-in everyday. Keeps me motivated.
7. I'll try mini challenges
8. I wish everyone luck and hope they meet their goals. I know that this time around I feel good about meeting my goal.0 -
1. I am 23, I live with my boyfriend of 2 years in Channelview, Texas. I had one son who passed away in May 2013 when he was 2 months old.
2. My CW is 196, I just started MFP on 7/1
3. My goal weight is 140, right now I'm just eating "better" - No soda, or fast food. More veggies. And portion control. I'm doing yoga, and low impact cardio right now while we have roomates and I don't want to jump around
4. We are night owls, I work part time in a children's clothing store, evening hours so (5-9:30 usually) so we stay up late, and wake up 11 or 12 in the afternoon. I eat, go to work, come home and sit around. That's changing now that I've committed to losing weight.
5. I log into both, my phone more frequently but for typing posts like this, or updating my profile I get on the computer
6. Any
7. This is my first time really doing this, so I'm not sure!! It might be fun!
8. I have Erb's Palsy in my left arm, so I have a VERY limited range of motion in that arm/elbow/shoulder. I'm really considered about how this will affect my work outs once I start wanting to use weights0 -
Thank you @luvs_choc8 What a great idea!!
I am the oldest Grandma here!
1. Age, marital status, children, where do you live.
2. Weight and how long you have been on MFP
3. What is your goal weight and method of diet and exercise you are using
4. What is your daily routine
5. Do you log-in on the computer or the phone (this is useful information so I know where to post)
6. What day is the best weigh-in day for you
7. Do you want mini challenges?
8. Any other information you might think we need to know.
1. I am 69, have been married 49 years on the 16th. We live on a farm in central Kansas. Belpre is one of those very small rural cities that you might miss if you blink!
2. My heaviest weight = 272. Today I weighed 220.2. I have been on MFP since 2012, but not continuous. I am off and on. But I believe the logging is a must, at least for me.
3. My goal weight is 154 as weight would then be "normal".
4. My daily routine - this is hard. I am a retired professional, but as a farmer's wife I am not retired. I help wherever I am needed. I love to read so you will catch me with a book in hand most days.
5. I use both my computer and my phone. If I am way from the house then I use my phone.
6. Friday's are great for me
7. I have not thought about mini challenges.
8. As of last week I have a blood clot in my leg.
I am very limited in what I can eat as Vitamin K fights against the medicine. Also, I was diagnosed with Sclerosing Mesenteritis in January 2014. It is a very rare disease. Consequently, I am on the Paleo life-style of eating. It is working great for me.
Thank you so much for doing this group and challenge for us @luvs_choc8.
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1. I am 40, engaged to my high school sweetheart, he has two wonderful girls that we are raising. Live in florida
2. 278 an all time high for me. Been on MFP off and on for about 6 months but only recently became serious.
3. My ultimate goal is to be around 170. Just counting calories using this site and recently joined a gym - going about 5 days a week, doing some yoga, fitness classes and lots of walking. Just did my first 5k in years this morning!
4. work, gym, home for dinner with the family and then start over again. I really can't complain.
5. I use the computer and phone both.
6. Any day is good for mel
7. Love a good challenge.
8. Trying to lose weight for my wedding in October. Any help/tips to stay on track will help!0 -
Hello all. This is my first community group. I am 66 years old, married without children. I live in Southern NM near the Mexican border.
My current weight is 176.5 and I have been using MFP on and off for the last couple of years. It seems I have lost and gained the same 30# for the last 30 years.
My quest weight is 150#. I am using 5# missions, so that my goals are more attainable for me. I am using reduced calorie, low carb, low dairy, low alcohol. (Seems to be working so far - I have lost 10# ) I am active walking, biking, golfing, or recumbent elliptical 5 days a week.
My activities vary day to day. I play mahjong 3 times a week. I am definitely a foodie and my husband and I entertain often and we eat well. I exercise 5 days a week. Quasi retired - winery owner.
I log in several times every day using my PC or ipad. This is probably the most useful tool for me, since I log some items before eating them, so I know exactly how much I can eat or not.
Any day is good for weigh-in. I weigh each morning. If I am not on the scale every day, I know that I'm kidding myself and gaining and I think "just a day or two off plan."
Mini challenges are fine for me.
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1. I am 46 and have been in a relationship for 24 years though we've only recently got back together. We have 4 children and live in the UK.
2. Today's scale shows 186 (from 202 at the start of June). I've been on MFP since Jan 2011; my longest using it was last year when I managed to get down to 167 (My lowest adult weight) but went on to put it all back on by Jan this year.
3. Goal weight is 130 but for now I'd be happy to be in a normal BMI class (>145). My calories vary but I try to average 1500 and never below 1200. I walk where I can and use a fitbit one to encourage me. I would LOVE to start weight training but will not go to our local gyms, so I'm looking at buying a power rack (we have some weights) but I worry my body will keep up as I've been getting shoulder pain doing bodyweight exercises
4. My daily routine changes as I work from home helping run our business and looking after the family.
5. I prefer to use laptop to check community.
6. Monday is my "official" weigh in day but I weigh myself every day and log it using Happy scale (and hackers diet lol) to get a trend
7. I quite like the idea of mini challenges
8. probably not useful info but I tend to overthink and complicate everything. I spend more time researching and looking at other people success' than doing it myself... I have great intentions
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I have 2 boys 28 y/o and 26 y/o. My oldest is married and they just had their first baby which makes me a Nonna! I live in AZ, but I work from home on the computer.
I currently weigh 177 lbs, but have been as high as 211 while I was going through chemotherapy last year for breast cancer. I am currently cancer free and my goal is to gain back my strength and endurance. I've been on MFP since 2011, but really never got involved with the boards and challenges.
I would like to get to at least 140 lbs if not 130 lbs. I am trying to stay under 8 grams of sugar a day, prepare whole foods and exercise at least 30 min a day.
I immediately get my walk in as soon as I wake up to get it out of the way. I walk every day M-F. I then go make breakfast. Lunch is usually around noon and dinner is at least by 6 pm to give me time to digest my dinner so that I can take some medication before bed.
I log in on the computer.
Whatever day is best for the team. I weigh myself every day to keep myself accountable.
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Hi!!
1. I am 40, Married for 12 years, 4 kids~ 20, 18, 13, and 11 and from Minnesota
2. 269, 1 month!
3. First goal is to get to 199!! I am starting to go to the gym, goal of getting there 3-4 times a week. Logging every bite to monitor my good, bad, and ugly!
4. Work 7-3:30, hit gym or do grocery runs/ect, pick hubby up from work as we ride share at 5, and then go home to the kiddos to do whatever is on the agenda for that night.
5. I log mostly on my computer. Phone only if I am not at home.
6. Thursdays are my favorite day to weigh in.
7. Do you want mini challenges-YES!
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