Do you ever reach an age ...
dieter67
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when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
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So ... I'm only 31 so I don't think I have reached that age you may be talking about, but let me share my little story here.
I have had bouts with my self over why am I forcing my self to eat this way.. This sucks having to watch what I eat all the time.. I should be able to eat how I want when ever I want... I feel trapped etc...
Truth is.... it was the other way around.. I would have slaved my self to cake and other B.S. that isn't good for my body... If I would of done it right the first time I wouldn't be obese and in the first place...
I had to change my mind set.. For me and this may not work for you but for me food is nothing but fuel for my body. Some people say you can have a relationship with bad food and balance your self out with good food if you learn to do it right. I say forget that, I don't need cake.. Its just crap that only brings fleeting joy any ways..
I find joy in the other things like knowing, I can feel comfortable to put on a swim suit on and take my shirt off in public. I can go out and RUN a mile in under 7 minutes, I have more energy for my kids. The better physic has brought me a better attitude and more positive outlook on life..... I am more willing to get out of the house with my wife instead of wanting to stay in because I was embarrassed about how I looked before..
These are all things that bring true joy to me, and its lasting and life changing.. I do not need to find joy in a bowl of ice cream or a slice of pie.. Will I have some ice cream or pie some time in my life again .. OF COURSE I will but I am more informed, I have seen the other side from Fat to fit, and I know I can make better informed decisions on that piece of pie, and chances are I will just skip it..
Don't give up because when you are back to how you were designed to be, you can live MORE LIFE in just a 24 hour period then you ever could when you were sluggish and over weight...
So it all comes down to weighing the negatives and positives.. Sit down and make a list.. I promise you the positives will be a mile long while the negatives will be all alone ....
So do you want to give up now ?0 -
My husband and I just got married last month. We are 54 and 60 years old. We have both had issues with weight forever. We have also both been successful with weight loss before. As you get older it isn't easy. Your body hangs on to those pounds! I think women have it tougher too! We don't care about being "skinny" anymore. We want to be healthy and live a long, full, productive, healthy life. We would both like to have a long marriage! This website has been very helpful for us to keep track of progress.0
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Nicely said !0
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You are never too old to look and feel better. There is an almost 60 year old woman in my office who is my role model She works out every day with her husband. She must weigh around 105 (5'3") and wears a size zero or two. She tells me she "eats a lot" but I can tell you that she only eats healthy foods with no sauces. She will make comments like "it has been 30 years since I have had potato chips in my house."
I am 50 and just want to lose some belly fat. So far I'm down 3.5 pounds in 5 days. I'm hoping if I can do this for a month, I'll be down 7-8 pounds (and hopefully, can fit into some additional clothes in my closet.)
My big dream: be able to wear anything in my closet!!!! Good luck. Susan0 -
I admit there are a few goals I have given up on but this has never been one of them. I don't think you ever get too old to want to look and feel good. Hang on to what is really important to you. This is a great place for support and advice.
Take care and God bless,
Doni
PS I sent you a friend request.0 -
when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
why lump older people all together like that?:noway: WHAT????????????????????????????????????????
The main forums are often filled with threads like, "What's hot about the person who posted above me?":yawn:
and "Who is sexiest gal here?":yawn:
and "Help! Help! My boyfriend said my tits are too small, what to do?":yawn:
and "I've gotten older and put on weight" and the person is 28.
see, a lot of the more mature ppl here just can not relate to that stuff.
:ohwell:
and all types of nonsense questions, being debated for 10 pages..........
and tons of ppl who can not even imagine not being able to join in a marathon, or insist that it is their way or no way, etc etc.
so yeah, you might be right, that older ppl might not be posting in MAIN forums as often as younger ppl.
I find a lot of the older dieters here
tend to stay out of the main forums, (rolls eyes)
and instead,
post in subgroups where the body builders who have never faced having arthritis or heart conditions will tell them it's my way or no way, etc.
The subfroups for older ppl:bigsmile: tend to have WAYYyyyyy more polite discussions,
way less "know it alls"
way more sensible and CARING supportive discussions,
way more supportive and knowledgeable replies,
and
way less angry people. AHhhhhhhh
try one and see how much nicer it is in a subgroup for older people::bigsmile: :bigsmile: 
:bigsmile: :flowerforyou:
Here are just a few of the subgroups you may find older ppl who feel safer to post in here:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/30-50-fabulous-and-fit
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/288-fit-after-50-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/2962-60-years-old-and-older
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/337-woman-of-a-certain-age
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/523-near-or-post-menopausal-group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/3274-seniors-losing-weight
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/705694-senior-golden-sneakers-2012
ENDLESS list of SUBgroups where mature ppl can have rational discussions,
understand each other,
without dealing with an 18 year older popping in to announce, "well, i just run 12 miles per day and lift weights, and that is what you have to do, too"
or angry screaming posts, NASTY stuff,:noway: people actually making fun of each other:indifferent: ,
or discussions on whose a#$ is best looking.
DON'T CONFUSE OLDER PEOPLE NOT POSTING IN MFP MAIN FORUM
WITH
OLDER PEOPLE NOT STRIVING TO GET FIT.
IT IS TWO DIFFERENT THINGS.
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.
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when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
I don't think I am too old because I still have weight to lose. As with life this is a journey for me and sometimes (a LOT lately) I get side-tracked but then I get back on the trail and go along my merry way. Although my profile shows I have only been on here a short time I actually was on here for about 2 months before I decided to go back to WW and delete my profile. Big mistake for me. But I'm back!!!
Take care,
Debi0 -
Hmm let's see do I want to be healthy and strong or old before my time...that's toughie?!?!?!? You're never too old to live a healthy lifestyle!!!!!! It's not about wearing a bikini anymore or what the scale says. It's the rush of being able to run when they are others my age just vegetating on the couch dreaming of their younger years!!! Going to the gym and lifting weights while all your menopausal friends think you're crazy for doing it!! Running up a flight of stairs and not getting winded. The look of disbelief on peoples faces when you tell them your age! How about the many many health benefits, blood pressure, strong heart, strong bones just to name a few!!! And yes...being able to slip into a pair of stylish jeans and still look good! No Mom jeans allowed!
I'll be 54 soon and I hope to be living healthy and exercising well into my golden years god willing!0 -
when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
why lump older people all together like that?:noway: WHAT????????????????????????????????????????
The main forums are often filled with threads like, "What's hot about the person who posted above me?":yawn:
and "Who is sexiest gal here?":yawn:
and "Help! Help! My boyfriend said my tits are too small, what to do?":yawn:
and "I've gotten older and put on weight" and the person is 28.
see, a lot of the more mature ppl here just can not relate to that stuff.
:ohwell:
and all types of nonsense questions, being debated for 10 pages..........
and tons of ppl who can not even imagine not being able to join in a marathon, or insist that it is their way or no way, etc etc.
so yeah, you might be right, that older ppl might not be posting in MAIN forums as often as younger ppl.
I find a lot of the older dieters here
tend to stay out of the main forums, (rolls eyes)
and instead,
post in subgroups where the body builders who have never faced having arthritis or heart conditions will tell them it's my way or no way, etc.
The subfroups for older ppl:bigsmile: tend to have WAYYyyyyy more polite discussions,
way less "know it alls"
way more sensible and CARING supportive discussions,
way more supportive and knowledgeable replies,
and
way less angry people. AHhhhhhhh
try one and see how much nicer it is in a subgroup for older people::bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:
Here are just a few of the subgroups you may find older ppl who feel safer to post in here:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/30-50-fabulous-and-fit
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/288-fit-after-50-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/2962-60-years-old-and-older
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/337-woman-of-a-certain-age
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/523-near-or-post-menopausal-group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/3274-seniors-losing-weight
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/705694-senior-golden-sneakers-2012
ENDLESS list of SUBgroups where mature ppl can have rational discussions,
understand each other,
without dealing with an 18 year older popping in to announce, "well, i just run 12 miles per day and lift weights, and that is what you have to do, too"
or angry screaming posts, NASTY stuff,:noway: people actually making fun of each other:indifferent: ,
or discussions on whose a#$ is best looking.
DON'T CONFUSE OLDER PEOPLE NOT POSTING IN MFP MAIN FORUM
WITH
OLDER PEOPLE NOT STRIVING TO GET FIT.
IT IS TWO DIFFERENT THINGS.
.
.
.
How do you post on the sub forums? I am interested in a couple but there is not post button when I follow the links. Thanks in advance!0 -
when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
why lump older people all together like that?:noway: WHAT????????????????????????????????????????
The main forums are often filled with threads like, "What's hot about the person who posted above me?":yawn:
and "Who is sexiest gal here?":yawn:
and "Help! Help! My boyfriend said my tits are too small, what to do?":yawn:
and "I've gotten older and put on weight" and the person is 28.
see, a lot of the more mature ppl here just can not relate to that stuff.
:ohwell:
and all types of nonsense questions, being debated for 10 pages..........
and tons of ppl who can not even imagine not being able to join in a marathon, or insist that it is their way or no way, etc etc.
so yeah, you might be right, that older ppl might not be posting in MAIN forums as often as younger ppl.
I find a lot of the older dieters here
tend to stay out of the main forums, (rolls eyes)
and instead,
post in subgroups where the body builders who have never faced having arthritis or heart conditions will tell them it's my way or no way, etc.
The subfroups for older ppl:bigsmile: tend to have WAYYyyyyy more polite discussions,
way less "know it alls"
way more sensible and CARING supportive discussions,
way more supportive and knowledgeable replies,
and
way less angry people. AHhhhhhhh
try one and see how much nicer it is in a subgroup for older people::bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:
Here are just a few of the subgroups you may find older ppl who feel safer to post in here:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/30-50-fabulous-and-fit
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/288-fit-after-50-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/2962-60-years-old-and-older
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/337-woman-of-a-certain-age
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/523-near-or-post-menopausal-group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/3274-seniors-losing-weight
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/705694-senior-golden-sneakers-2012
ENDLESS list of SUBgroups where mature ppl can have rational discussions,
understand each other,
without dealing with an 18 year older popping in to announce, "well, i just run 12 miles per day and lift weights, and that is what you have to do, too"
or angry screaming posts, NASTY stuff,:noway: people actually making fun of each other:indifferent: ,
or discussions on whose a#$ is best looking.
DON'T CONFUSE OLDER PEOPLE NOT POSTING IN MFP MAIN FORUM
WITH
OLDER PEOPLE NOT STRIVING TO GET FIT.
IT IS TWO DIFFERENT THINGS.
.
.
.
Nice post! Thanks! I get a little pissed sometimes too when all these younger people jump on the forum and say you need to do this and that and if you're not well you're not doing it right!!! I'm thinking....you have no idea the challenges us older people face!!! Thanks for sharing!0 -
when you think I'm too old for all this diet stuff. I've been this way too long to think things are going to change? Well, maybe some people do but not me. Granted, I have started over way too many times but I always have hope and in the current moment think I've really got a shot to be able to wear ANYTHING in my closet. I have four successful weeks under my belt. But yet, I don't see that many older people here saying the same thing ... have you let go of your dreams?
why lump older people all together like that?:noway: WHAT????????????????????????????????????????
The main forums are often filled with threads like, "What's hot about the person who posted above me?":yawn:
and "Who is sexiest gal here?":yawn:
and "Help! Help! My boyfriend said my tits are too small, what to do?":yawn:
and "I've gotten older and put on weight" and the person is 28.
see, a lot of the more mature ppl here just can not relate to that stuff.
:ohwell:
and all types of nonsense questions, being debated for 10 pages..........
and tons of ppl who can not even imagine not being able to join in a marathon, or insist that it is their way or no way, etc etc.
so yeah, you might be right, that older ppl might not be posting in MAIN forums as often as younger ppl.
I find a lot of the older dieters here
tend to stay out of the main forums, (rolls eyes)
and instead,
post in subgroups where the body builders who have never faced having arthritis or heart conditions will tell them it's my way or no way, etc.
The subfroups for older ppl:bigsmile: tend to have WAYYyyyyy more polite discussions,
way less "know it alls"
way more sensible and CARING supportive discussions,
way more supportive and knowledgeable replies,
and
way less angry people. AHhhhhhhh
try one and see how much nicer it is in a subgroup for older people::bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:
Here are just a few of the subgroups you may find older ppl who feel safer to post in here:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/30-50-fabulous-and-fit
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/288-fit-after-50-
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/2962-60-years-old-and-older
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/337-woman-of-a-certain-age
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/523-near-or-post-menopausal-group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/3274-seniors-losing-weight
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/705694-senior-golden-sneakers-2012
ENDLESS list of SUBgroups where mature ppl can have rational discussions,
understand each other,
without dealing with an 18 year older popping in to announce, "well, i just run 12 miles per day and lift weights, and that is what you have to do, too"
or angry screaming posts, NASTY stuff,:noway: people actually making fun of each other:indifferent: ,
or discussions on whose a#$ is best looking.
DON'T CONFUSE OLDER PEOPLE NOT POSTING IN MFP MAIN FORUM
WITH
OLDER PEOPLE NOT STRIVING TO GET FIT.
IT IS TWO DIFFERENT THINGS.
.
.
.
This is great!!!0 -
Not really. But I was in denial for a long time. It took developing diabetes to give me a kick in my complacency.0
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So ... I'm only 31 so I don't think I have reached that age you may be talking about, but let me share my little story here.
I have had bouts with my self over why am I forcing my self to eat this way.. This sucks having to watch what I eat all the time.. I should be able to eat how I want when ever I want... I feel trapped etc...
Truth is.... it was the other way around.. I would have slaved my self to cake and other B.S. that isn't good for my body... If I would of done it right the first time I wouldn't be obese and in the first place...
I had to change my mind set.. For me and this may not work for you but for me food is nothing but fuel for my body. Some people say you can have a relationship with bad food and balance your self out with good food if you learn to do it right. I say forget that, I don't need cake.. Its just crap that only brings fleeting joy any ways..
I find joy in the other things like knowing, I can feel comfortable to put on a swim suit on and take my shirt off in public. I can go out and RUN a mile in under 7 minutes, I have more energy for my kids. The better physic has brought me a better attitude and more positive outlook on life..... I am more willing to get out of the house with my wife instead of wanting to stay in because I was embarrassed about how I looked before..
These are all things that bring true joy to me, and its lasting and life changing.. I do not need to find joy in a bowl of ice cream or a slice of pie.. Will I have some ice cream or pie some time in my life again .. OF COURSE I will but I am more informed, I have seen the other side from Fat to fit, and I know I can make better informed decisions on that piece of pie, and chances are I will just skip it..
Don't give up because when you are back to how you were designed to be, you can live MORE LIFE in just a 24 hour period then you ever could when you were sluggish and over weight...
So it all comes down to weighing the negatives and positives.. Sit down and make a list.. I promise you the positives will be a mile long while the negatives will be all alone ....
So do you want to give up now ?
Thanks for being encouraging...so many people on this site are just rude.
Regardless of your age..its really about how you feel. When I eat like crap I FEEL like crap.0 -
it's not a "diet!" the word diet denotes aomething temprary. It's a "lifestyle" change!0
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I find the older I get, the I harder it is to lose weight. But at the same time it motivates me to keep it off so I don't have to go through it all again. Does that make sense?0
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Absolutely not, I'm glad I got "clued in" when I did! I want to be as healthy as I can, and finding a program that works is crucial - part of my program is MFP, the support and inspiration is so motivating0
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just about but feel if i can do this i can reach my other dreams as well0
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There was a time when I was too young for all this diet stuff. In my mid-20's and younger it was really, really hard to stick to a diet and exercise program. My impulse control was poor and I would succumb to peer pressure easily. It was way too easy to sit and watch tv all day and skip working out.
Now that I'm older, it is much easier to implement a new diet and exercise routine. I've had 20 years learning how to buck-up and just get stuff done that I didn't particularly want to do.0 -
I just turned 53, and I don't look at this as a diet.... it's a way for me to be fit, healthy and account for what I eat and how often I exercise. I want to be fit and do everything within my control to stay healthy.... exercise and eating are two things I have complete control over to battle heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetis, all which run in my family....I believe the older you get, the more important it is to do whatever you can to eat healthier and be fit....and with that the weightloss will come, the longer you do it the easier it gets..... (just my 2 cents)0
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I am getting to old for a diet. what i am doing is a life change, and i will never get to old to for that!0
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To the OP..you are 62? Do you consider that old?
To all the other people that made a post what do you consider as old?
I certainly don`t think 62 is old???? Mature, wise, lived a little maybe??0 -
im 27 years old. . . .
at 16 i was diagnosed with a diabetic. . . .
i was over 200 pounds. . .
concerned about my life. . u bet i am! its not a diet. . a diet is like a chore. . . u do it only knowing u "have to". . . well i "have" to keep in shape for my daughter and for my future. . . so it became a way of life. . granted im not the best eater (currently) and do exercise that i can. . im still doing something for my health. . . .the longer u wait to do it the harder it is to achieve what u want. . . and i want to live to be 99 But after having my first child i wanted to lose the baby weight (havent done so yet) but on my terms. 0 -
lol @ us older people. Not sure what age you consider old.... but when I was super morbidly obese I used those excuses that i couldn't lose, i am too old, its hormones, it's just too hard... blah blah blahhh. I finally had a wake up call .....changed my lifestyle... and did lose weight... who'd a thunk it lol.
Health is wealth people... no matter what age...0 -
LIFE CHANGE. Yes! I actually did a stationary bike for ten minutes today. AND I count housework. That's a change. I THINK about what is going in my mouth, that's a change. Sooooo I am teaching this old dog new tricks. Keep it up. You can do it one day at a time!0
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We are the same age. I have lost 30 lbs. this last year. I am no longer pre-diabetic, I still have a lot to go and granted it comes off slower the older you get but I have finally realized this is a life style change. Yeah, there are times when I really mess us like camping this past weekend but today I got up and went water walking at the pool and am back to eating the way I should. I do feel soooo much better on the days when I eat healthy versus when I just shove food in my mouth that is loaded with fat and empty calories. I don't feel old! and I don't want to either. I have had a lot of health challenges but things could be a lot worse. I try to keep a positive attitude. You need to keep a positive mindset or you will feel older than you are. I'll send you a friend request. You can do this and feel good and younger!0
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it's not a "diet!" the word diet denotes something temporary. It's a "lifestyle" change!
Semantics. If you eat stuff, you have a diet. I have a high protein diet, some people have a vegan diet, others have a paleo diet and a lot of people are on the Standard American Diet.
I use the word diet to keep communication clear and concise. When speaking to others about my "diet" they know exactly what I'm talking about. If I use the word "Lifestyle" they may think I'm a spouse swapping swinger. Swingers also use the term "lifestyle" to describe their sexual exploits, so be careful in whose company you use the phrase, "I'm practicing this lifestyle." :bigsmile:0 -
I'm 51 and have maintained my weight loss goal for over a year. I now am working on improving endurance and strength. I set mini-goals for myself to keep me on track. Current goal is to be able to do 20 regular pushups non-stop by the end of Sept. It might not sound like much to the body-builders on here, but for this aging cardio lover it will be something I've never been able to do before in my life.
I think I'll beat my goal date though. I'm up to 10 already and it's only been 1 week!!0 -
I am getting to old for a diet. what i am doing is a life change, and i will never get to old to for that!
I LOVE THIS!!!!! And I so totally agree with you!
I am 32 so I'm still young, but I think it needs to be a lifestyle change....not just a fad diet. With any change, comes struggle to go back to "the way it was". But when you sit down and think to yourself....I can't keep doing this.....then something DOES have to change. Look at what you are doing, what isn't working and look for new ways to make it work. Doing the same boring workout routine gets old real fast. So, change it up. Instead of going to the gym.....go for a walk / run (whichever is more comfortable for you). Look at what you are eating and how much of it you are eating. We all eat WAY TO MUCH for our own good (Me included!). Someone said to me, not so long ago, there is no magic potion that is going to make you thinner, and there is no words that anyone else can say. This is you and it is all up to you and how you want to do it. Only you can change the things in your life!
Good luck, and if you need any support or motivation please feel free to add me!!!0 -
I'm 45 and I don't feel old.
BUT....years as a firefighter wracked my body and especially my back.
I had to stop and now it IS harder to be as active as I once was!
I do water aerobics and I love it!
Highly recommended for all of us "OLD PEOPLE" .. lol.0 -
How do you post on the sub forums? I am interested in a couple but there is not post button when I follow the links. Thanks in advance!
You have to join the group first. Then you can reply to threads. Until you join, you can only look at the threads.0
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