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So, how productive are you trying to be? What are your activities? I thought I was motivated to do something every day and then, all of a sudden, the drive went out of me. I notice it's nice to have a social situation in order to get moving. Speaking of lakes, tomorrow we go to Lake Tahoe with our grandson. Hoping I swim…

Sorry to hear your feet are hurting you. Perhaps you should not worry so much about taking more steps, but focus more on alleviating the plantar fasciitis. I remember how painful that was for me. It took awhile, but I finally got over it. Had to tape my foot for support. However, the way I figure the "steps" method is that…

Looks like everyone agrees that calories burned are difficult to assess because of individual variables. I like MMW because of the distances and pace rates that it tracks. When I enter the exercise onto MFP, I usually enter a little less time or a slower rate than what MMW gave. That being said, 365 calories seems like a…

Welcome, Grannynot! I would love to lose just 2 pounds, let alone 25. I was happy yesterday because it looked like the scale was going in the right direction. But then yesterday I had a glass and a half of wine and didn't exercise. The scale today has shot up. I keep telling myself it's a combo of diet and activity, but I…

Hello, Lonelywombat and Betty, I haven't been on MFP in a long time. Just getting back into it. It's easy to get discouraged, but let's share some good suggestions. 1. I hope you got up the nerve to get on the treadmill. Baby Steps are required. I use a timer to help me get through difficult chores. How about getting on…

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Plateaus are discouraging. But You look Terrific! Congratulations! Have you tried Intermittent Fasting? Or change up your exercise. Ride a bike, go for a swim. The body gets used to routine, so if you mix it up a bit you may see some success.

So many things affect our weight: age, calories, water (beer), more muscle, hormones, carbs, and on and on. In a couple of days, you will probably weigh less. I had the same problem. I am starting to finally lose some weight but I have to be very dedicated. I'm keeping the calories and carbs low and throwing in some…

I like Hasfit.com. Lots of short, power-packed workouts w/wo weights if that's what you are looking for. They also have easier workouts for beginners. PS: you may not be ripped, but you look fine to me!

Are you disabled? Can I offer some suggestions? Today I took a nice flat walk. about 1.5 miles. It felt good to be outside. Ate lunch out. Had a yummy salad with Ahi tuna and grilled Portobello mushrooms and sesame dressing.. Excellent! I've decided re calories to eat when I feel hungry, but not too much or at least eat…

Actually, the bookmark star at the upper right of my discussion title does not seem to work for Groups. However, if I click on it when I am in the "message board" section, my posts get saved to the "Favorites Star" next to the bell on the upper right of the page. Then I can check to see if anyone new has replied or see…

Urges. Temptations. OMG! I realize I've been giving in! Excuses, excuses! I need to focus on discipline. Stick to the plan. This is my problem. Yes, that damn chocolate screams at me, too! (Off to Zumba this morning! What's for lunch?)

Yes. Mindfulness. Awareness of our habits, or, in my case, non-habits. I am not very fond of routine. I always want a different meal or a different exercise or a different time. So glad Kim you have found a work out that suits you and also challenges you. That's important. Exercise that is more intense is beneficial.…

I also want to be able to drop at least one dress size before April. For me, it's more about the exercise. I can kind of avoid high-calorie meals, but not always. Since you are tempted by food, how about satisfying yourself with just a couple of bites of something plus a glass of water? Sometimes that's all I need to…

So, Rosa, what are you doing towards that goal? How can we motivate you? What is everyone else doing? **I am trying to keep to the 1200 calories, eat fewer carbs, exercise at least 30 min/day, drink water on the hour. So far, I've lost one pound. Not very exciting, but I just need to keep moving every day. That is the…

I'm not sure what's going on, but those of you who are going to extremes should be careful. You are setting yourself up for gaining back the weight you are now (too) quickly losing. 1200 calories is a fairly good minimum to keep up. Working out while eating fewer calories may be ok once in awhile, but I wouldn't keep doing…

Dear Rosa, why do you need to lose 20 pounds? I have a wedding to go to in April. I'm hoping I can just lose a pound a week. It has been very difficult for me to lose any weight. I know I must move some everyday, but it doesn't always happen. I, too, need motivation. Maybe we can help each other? Let me know.

Hi. I have lapsed this week. Played golf on Tuesday because Monday was a holiday. Then I went out of town, came home very tired. Tomorrow is Thursday. I have a meeting in the afternoon. I don't think I'm going to feel like doing anything other than a bit of housework. It's cold outside. Lots of excuses! I know I must…

I think so far I'm the oldest of this group.(>60) I'm not into running or kickboxing, but I've committed to zumba 2x a week, golf on Mondays, weights and abs workouts 2x week and some walking whenever. I'm counting my calories and trying to stick to a low carb diet, but not being overly fanatic about it. (100 net gms or…

CW: 161 Easter Goal: 149 ( 1 pound/week; 12 weeks left!) Ultimate Goal: 141 I'm new to MFP. Do I just log in and comment every week, day, whenever? I'd like to know what people are doing to reach their goal. Thanks.