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advice please
ok i'm 5ft 2 inches and started out at 140-142 back in oct and i am almost 36. I am now 123/124, it's been a long process and slow but i am getting there. Now my dr said she wanted me at 122 no less then 120 but i am not sure why? I feel that i am just a smaller version of myself now and i don't really see the changes at…
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new here looking for some great Dolls to push me
Hi dolls im new and happy to be here !! I could use some friends like me .. Comfy with their current body not obese but would love to change some not so appealing body parts :) please add me i'd love to follow you and gain and give some motivation. CIAO DOLLS
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new to the group
Hi, I am a 5' 4" 52 year old female who went from weighing 185 in Aug 2003 down to 130 by June of 2004. Granted, I've been yo-yoing ever since with my weight getting back up to 148 at one point and a low of 123 a month or so ago. Currently, I weigh right around 127/128. My biggest challenge is trying to figure out the…
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Going thru a Weight Loss Plateau
Just wanted to know if anyone has experienced a weight loss plateau? How did you overcome it? I have been stuck in my current weight for a little over a month. I would like to lose the last 5-10lbs to reach my goal. I read articles of changing exercises and lowering the caloric intake, so I've been trying to make these…
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Stalling? Please Help
I was wondering how long an average-jane stalling period is. My weight loss has been on a sharp decline, until recently. I've finally passed the 140s and have been between 139.2 and 139.8 for the past week and it's driving me nuts. My goal weight is 130lbs, I'm 5' 7" and am 18. I eat between 1400-1500 calories a day. Is…
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What's your profile? 140 to 130: 5'...
140 to 130: 5' 3.5": 36 years old: Irish: mother to 3 babies In no particular order that's my profile! What's yours? I'm hoping to meet similar people here - so feel free to add me! If you don't have a similar profile why not add yours and you might be a match for someone else?
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anyone around 140lbs?
Hi there, I just signed up to MFP and am looking to lose those pesky final 6-7lbs. I'm 5"6ish and 140lbs at the moment, would like to be about 133-134 by the time I go on a beach holiday later this year! Would love to connect with anyone who has about the same amount to lose, or who's about my weight currently. Feel free…
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Fighting Family Discouragement
Hey! My name's Courtney, I'm 21, 5'5'', and 137 lbs. When I was 15 I reached my highest weight of 182. Since then I have completely changed my lifestyle. I am now eating a very healthy diet, and working out 6 days a week with Brazil Butt Lift by Beach Body. I feel amazing and am in the best shape of my life!!! =D The only…
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I am 62 yrs young tomorrow.
Would like to hear from people my age and hear how you are doing. It seems to me I have never had to diet, now I seem to gain some weight, and it doesn't come off. I have 25 lbs. I want to loose. I have been trying for 2yrs. So far this is the best website I have found and may really work for me. I have lost some of my…
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SUCCESS!!
Hey ladies! After 6 months I have FINALLY lost those last pesky lbs and am at my goal weight (SW 146 lbs, 5'5", C/GW: 121 lbs, 20.1 BMI). I always felt like there weren't many success stories out there for those without much to lose, so if any of you are interested feel free to read my blog, it should be open (and there's…
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Flexibility
Hello all ! My goal is to shed a couple pounds to tone up and get in awesome shape. I really want to make a dance team for my school but they are pretty flexible. Is there anyone who knows how to do the splits that was not born flexible? And how long did it take you to get it?
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HELP! I'm stuck!
So I have been stuck at about 153 for the last few weeks and I would really really like to get back into the 140s! I workout consistantly about 5 times a week and have been doing a program through fitness blender that's supposed to shed fat and put on muscle. I am almost always under my calorie goal and I think I have had…
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lossing modivation :(
As I get closer to my goal weigh, I find myself getting lazy. I still have a ways to go but some how I have no modivation. what do you use to keep you going?
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weight loss supplements??
hey, just wanted to know, obvi its harder for us to loose the last stubborn pounds as we rnt as big, does anyone use weight loss suppliments? ive tried loads but cant find one that actually works and want to know is it cos im choosing the wrong ones or r they all pretty much a disapointment?? x
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Insanity-is it really insane?
I'd like to learn more about this workout, anybody currently doing it or have just finished it? Does it actually work? I am pretty fit but I am concerned I wont be able to do it, it seems pretty insane (ha :P) I'm also new here and need some friends/ motivation so friend me!
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Something New....
Is anyone thinking of starting anything new this upcoming week? If so, share it and maybe we can all try it together. For instance, this week I have not eaten anything pass 7pm. It really has not been to bad, but I find myself going to bed much earlier now. But if you have something you would like to try (exercise, eating…
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"You don't need to lose weight"
All I ever hear from my family and friends is "You don't need to lose weight". It gets pretty annoying, but instead of answering them I just laugh and walk away. When someone says this to you or something similar what is your response?
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Celebrating losing inches, but gaining weight
I went from 139.8 to 142.4 lbs. I have been tracking my vigorous exercising about a month, and tracking my calories on MyFitnessPal about 2 weeks. I have lost 3 1/2 inches! But gained 2 1/2 lbs. Here are my measurements a month ago versus measurements now: Chest 30 1/2 " to 29 3/4" Waist 26" to 24 1/4" (yay-almost 2 inches…
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New to the group: I need tips for lean arms and good abs
Hi, I am a new mom and have discovered that being pregnant has left some extra tummy flab! I would love to have a great abs! I also have always wanted lean, strong arms (not big and muscley). If I could get some advice on what people eat (or don't eat), workouts, or any other advice and motivation I would love it! Thanks!
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Looking for friendship
Hi Not That Heavy Girls, I am new to My Fitness Pal, looking for friends who are also interested in losing 0-10 lbs. I want to share food diaries in hopes of finding what works, and some ideas on what I can eat so I don't get board. I'd also like to see your posts on the exercise that you find beneficial. I'd like to give…
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I really need to vent!
Hi everyone, so I lost 15 lbs earlier in the year and I was somewhat okay with my body, but I started to fall back into my old habits and was really disappointed with myself. I was so discourged about a platue I hit that I basically gave up, I ate junk food, my portions were out of control and I stopped doing any activity.…
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HELLO...New to the group
HELLO EVERYONE!! I just joined this group, in hoping to find some great meal ideas as well as exercise tips! Please feel free to look at my profile and add me as a friend! Or, to just drop me a line of inspiration!! :flowerforyou:
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You can lose one lb per week, and its simple
Calories and Pounds One pound of fat, stored in your body, is equivalent to about 3,500 calories of energy. If you burn up to 3,500 more calories than you consume, your body will tap into your stored fat reserves to power the extra energy expenditure, and you will lose 1 lb. Likewise, if you reduce your usual diet by 3,500…
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3 MONTHS' PROGRESS!
Before (3 months ago): 128 lbs, working out maybe 2-3x a week, all cardio After (yesterday): 130 lbs, working out daily and incorporating strength training 4x a week Not muchhh difference, but I've lost inches and gained a LOT of muscle! Just goes to show you shouldn't always just trust the scale :)
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confused about stregnth training
Hi, Im brand new to this app and am so far loving it. When I input my stregnth training it doesnt show anything as far as calories burned. Am I supposed to do something further
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Cellulite :(
Ok, I know there is no "cure" for cellulite, I've heard it all...but I'm starting to get worried I will NEVER get rid of it! I've lost 12 lbs so far...pretty much halfway to my goal of an 18-19 BMI. I run, bike, do squats, lunges, all the leg machines, but my butt and the back of my legs STILL have ripples! GRRR Is there…
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Finally!
Hi all! Relatively new to the group, but I just hit my first big milestone today! I've weighed in anywhere between 150 - 151 for the past two+ weeks, and was DYING to see 149.9 or something on the scale. Well, today it happened! I weighed in at 149.3 lb - I am OFFICIALLY in the 140's!! Height: 5' 7'' HW: 158 SW: 155 GW:…
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How does one lose inches?
So I've been strength training and counting calories and measuring inches for about 4 months now. I want to fit into my very attractive, fitted around the chest, super sexy, littel red polka dot dress for my friends birthday/my anniversary celebrations in October. 4 months ago I was exactly 10 cm (4 inches) too big around…
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obese boyfriend?
While hanging out with family, the conversation led to everyone in the room stepping on the scale and my BF was surprised to see that he now weighs 203 lbs. (im not so surprised) I could tell in his face that he was a bit shocked and his sister in law mentioned to me that she noticed it too. He's only 5'6'' and I typed in…
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Bikini this year? YUP!!!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/689363-hey-there-bikini-ready-body-pics There's my story so far guys! :D