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Random post on a random day off from work! I really need to get going because I’m making my way down to the shore via public transportation, and I still need to pack, shower, etc. This is a “gift” day from my manager. Due to the vacation blackout in June and July, she gives us two free days as a thank you. Today and Monday…

“While learning can be rushed, changing can’t be…don’t forget why you’re here and what you’re chasing.” Not my words, it’s from the book “Chasing Cupcakes” by Elizabeth Benton. Michelle 48 years old Height: 5'6" Original SW May 2013: 301.2 lbs. SW (5/1/22): 205.4 lbs. August SW (8/1/22): 202.4 lbs. August GW: Under 200…

“While learning can be rushed, changing can’t be…don’t forget why you’re here and what you’re chasing.” Not my words, it’s from the book “Chasing Cupcakes” by Elizabeth Benton. Michelle 47 years old Height: 5'6" Original SW May 2013: 301.2 lbs. SW (5/1/22): 205.4 lbs. May SW (5/1/22): 205.4 lbs. 5/8/22: 202.4 lbs. 5/15/22:…

I wanted to post on Sunday. My last two weeks at work have been busy to say the least. Coupled with an adjustment to my preferred workout time in the morning, I needed some major downtime this past weekend, and although it was "broken" sleep, I slept from about 8:30 last night to 5:00 this morning. I still don't have time…

“While learning can be rushed, changing can’t be…don’t forget why you’re here and what you’re chasing.” Not my words, it’s from the book “Chasing Cupcakes” by Elizabeth Benton. Michelle 47 years old Height: 5'6" Original SW May 2013: 301.2 lbs. SW (5/1/22): 205.4 lbs. May SW (1/1/22): 205.4 lbs. 5/8/22: 202.4 lbs. 5/15/22:…

Popping in for a quick response to @Generic_Excuse * Restaurant and sodium - you aren't kidding! My brother-in-law started his career in restaurant management, and the liberal amounts of salt and oil he uses in dishes is no joke. My sister has asked him to use "less" and supposedly there's been some sort of compromise. But…

“While learning can be rushed, changing can’t be…don’t forget why you’re here and what you’re chasing.” Not my words, it’s from the book “Chasing Cupcakes” by Elizabeth Benton. Michelle 47 years old Height: 5'6" Original SW May 2013: 301.2 lbs. SW (5/1/22): 205.4 lbs. May SW (1/1/20): 205.4 lbs. May GW: Under 200 lbs. GW:…

I participated in this group a little over a year ago - for those of you who remember me, long time no see! I'll be rejoining next month, and in the run-up I'll post a bit over the next few days. But for today, I have some words for @Cluelessmama1979 (and anyone else who needs it) - hopefully wisdom. I started MPF sometime…

@orangequilt - I am on and off the grid so to speak. I hate to say it's survival mode, I at least record my weight and water intake to stay in the habit of tracking. It's amazing how one seemingly small change can shift everything in your life. That's what happened to me last September. My start time at work effectively…

Lots of recent posts about exercise and its role in weight loss. I do run and try to maintain an active workout schedule when I can't run. Here's my take on running and weight losing weight. * You can't outrun your fork. It's not the only place on any of these boards you will see this nugget of wisdom. And I can prove it.…

I am interested! I think she gives me a lot of "food" for thought. I strongly agree with a lot of her philosophy, and honestly find it hard to disagree with someone who's had the personal success she's had. I do feel that her approach is all behavior modification - a must if you're going to keep the weight off. If I have…

Michelle Height: 5' 6" SW (09/08/2019): 239.2 lbs May SW (5/2/21): 174.4 lbs May GW: under 170 lbs. GW: 150 lbs, probably with more to lose after reaching this initial goal. I weigh myself daily, and use Sunday as the “official” day for this group. Goals for May:* Running: Maintain with two maintenance runs during the work…

Hi, I was a part of the this group for most of last year, and I'm looking to return in May. I stopped participating in October I think - there were changes with my work schedule and it wasn't real easy to adjust. Similar to @pamiede, I've gained from my low last summer/fall. I'm about the same weight I was this time last…

Michelle Height: 5' 6" SW (09/08/2019): 239.2 lbs November SW (11/1/20): 160.4 lbs 11/1/20: 162.8 lbs November GW: under 160 lbs – solidly. When I went over 170 about a week-and-a-half ago, it was very disheartening because I thought I’d seen the last of the 170s. Even if I did believe it was due to temporary extreme water…

Welcome to all the people who have found us this month! It’s never too late to join, just follow the road to the September thread. I didn’t realize that I would hit that 1-year anniversary this month. I have been weighing myself daily since the week after Labor Day last year, so my mind always thinks of that as the start…

I'm trying to catch up here, it's been quite a month! I do want to tag people and give a better update. But I've had quite a bit on my plate the last few weeks. I’ve had more of a busy/rough month than I planned. Two weeks ago I went to the shore, and just before I started back to my place, my car stalled. I spent the…

I’m posting my Sunday update way late! I’ve been trying to tag more people and post earlier. But I’ve had a weird week – a falling asleep at 7 PM, waking up at 12 AM and realizing you really need to eat dinner so you do, then maybe going back to sleep to wake up at 4:30-5:00 AM sort of week. Last night was the first night…

Welcome all newcomers and glad to see all who are returning! And thanks to @RavenSt.Cloud for starting this thread anew! Michelle 46 years old Height: 5' 6" SW (09/08/2019): 239.2 lbs August SW (8/1/20): 161.4 lbs 8/2/20: 159.2 lbs August GW: under 160 lbs, solidly. By that I mean no more than a day a week above 160. GW:…

I always think of July as a birthday month, and maybe some of my behavior reflected it. I think I’ve been doing too much guessing without much accountability. I need to reclaim some control over this process and I think that’s the main thing to work on for August. I’ve been making excuses because of the pandemic and…

Welcome to all new posters on the thread! @SquidVonBob – sorry for your loss. It’s been a difficult time all-round this year, and it all seems to keep coming. @jspeyer – Hope controlling your BP is as “simple” as using your CPAP. I know how much of a pain it is but so many people realize huge benefits to using the CPAP.…

A little late with posting the check-in. I’m not sure where July has gone, but it feels like it’s almost over. I did have a birthday this past week, so I have been taking it a bit easy. And I've gone to the shore two weeks in row, staying at my Mom's place. I found these trips to be more burdensome than usual. The…

This is my busy time of year at work. My group actually has a yearly vacation blackout in June and July. So it’s been hard to participate as I have in the past, but the load should be lightening bit by bit going forward. My weigh-in days are Sundays, so I'm definitely late with this post! There are so many people to…

@aliciap0116 - Glad to see you back! Thanks for the support! How sweet of you to remember the gym guy! He wasn't there yesterday morning. However, it is the holiday week and many people in this area are probably down at the shore this week. Also, the gym did not send out notification they'd be reopening. It would be an…

Height: 5' 6" SW (09/08/2019): 239.2 lbs June SW (6/1/20): 159.6 lbs 6/7/2020: 169.2 lbs 6/14/2020: 165.8 lbs 6/21/2020: 162.2 lbs 6/28/2020: 161.0 lbs 6/30/2020: 166.2 lbs June GW: 155 lbs GW: 150 lbs (then reconsider) Goals for June • Running: I started increasing my running distance again. I’m amazed that I no longer…

Only a quick few comments because I've felt so out of touch. @chlomonster555 - my goodness, I am so sorry that happened to you! Sounds like you are moving forward in a positive way. I hope you are back to rights soon and able to feel safe in your environment. @orangequilt - glad that the quarantine is better than expected,…

So I'm not alone in my struggles with the scale! I thought May was rough for me but June will NOT be outdone! I have a lot of confounding factors at play, but here's the summary: As of yesterday's weigh-in, I gained 12 pounds in the first 11 days of June. I know I have not been the most consistent this month, and I know…

Height: 5' 6" SW (09/08/2019): 239.2 lbs June SW (6/1/20): 159.6 lbs 6/7/2020: 169.2 lbs June GW: 155 lbs GW: 150 lbs (then reconsider) Well. I really thought I’d get to do a whole post about goals and what not. To recap the last week: Monday, had tooth extraction. Tuesday was OK, but off kilter just a bit. Wednesday was…

Welcome all newcomers and hello to those joining again this month! I have been participating in this forum since January, but started lurking in November or December. I find this to be a helpful and supportive group of lovely ladies. I will likely post my goals later tonight, but there are so many posts, I wanted to…

I’d planned to write a whole separate post about the scale. But since I didn’t get to it, I’ll start with hopefully a shorter summary. I’ve mentioned before that I’m a daily weigher, some months ago, so the newer thread participants may not have seen that. I decided to weigh daily for this go-round for many reasons, but…

@cesse72 – So sorry to hear about you and your families’ hardships! I hope things sort themselves out quickly so you can start getting things back in order. @bluffgirl69 – I’ve been thinking about you and hoping you’re doing OK. I assume you’re still reading, even if you don’t have time or mindset to post. @jspeyer – how…