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Cheryl: the star at the top beside the bell is Bookmark :)

Began Keto Jan 19. I feel like I have done well so far. Most carbs I do not miss. This past weekend was a bit harder. I had guests staying with me and they wanted to take us to Steak n Shake. Fortunately it was around 10 am so I was able to get breakfast food. I didn't really want burger and fries but I just felt left out.…

Hey ladies, been MIA for a bit. Changed jobs. Changed my diet. Been doing the Keto Diet. Broke the cycle of lose 2 then gain 3. Before pic was Jan 21, bottom pic was mid March.

Enjoying some time to myself. The hub is gone with some other men from the church to a baseball game. Time alone is my way of recharging.

I worked in the cafeteria at the high school today. I was able to make myself a healthy salad there. I like working at the high school and at the jr high. The elementary is a bit too much for me. When I was in elementary school there was a lady in the cafeteria who knew a friend of my family so when I went through the line…

First week of school and first time to work as a lunch lady in a school. The first 3 days have been 3 first days, Jr High, High sch, Elem sch. Worked at all 3. I signed up to work as a sub but the lady who hired me is wanting to make me a permanent part-time employee working 11am-2pm at the High School starting next week.…

well I survived my first day of work in the school cafeteria on the first day of school. The manager of that sch cafe told me I did an awesome job. I felt like I was in the way because I had to keep asking what do you want me to do and how do you want this done. I just did my best and hoped I was more helpful than an…

Gloria, so sorry about losing your mom, praying for peace, comfort and healing.

exermom: I got the PT and Wellness Certifications as a way of becoming more educated and knowledgeable about health, fitness and nutrition. I did PT for some friends who basically just needed accountability and direction. I got the Group Fitness certification and taught a weight training and fitness kickbox class.

EXERMOM yes it has to do with fitness, American Council on Exercise Group Fitness Certification. At one time I had a Nutrition and Wellness Certification and also Personal Trainer through ISSA (International Sports Science Assoc) but I let them expire. I have been contemplating renewing them.

ok, I have been reading posts and many have initials like DH, DD, and others, Can someone please clarify what they mean :)

Good morning ladies, Hope you all have a Fantastic Friday!

Michele in NC I do not have that certification. I do have the ACE Group Fitness certification. It looks like I will be mostly serving. It's possible that I may go from being a sub to a permanent soon. I am working everyday next week.

Lenora No mystery meat that I can remember. Growing up in the deep south we had a maid who came and ironed. Her sister worked in my school cafeteria. She knew who I was and so when I went through the line I would point to what I wanted and she would give me extra and if there was something I didn't want she didn't put it…

It's 12:29AM and I am awake :neutral: Last I night I couldn't sleep because I kept waking up hungry. Got colonoscopy over with and have thoroughly made up for not eating for about 36 hours. Time to get back to healthy eating today. At 8am I go for and all day orientation for my new job. For about 12 years I have was the…

exermom I taught a fitness kickbox class. The first half of the class was weight training, the second half the participants put on boxing gloves, I put on boxing mitts and we did something similar to TaeBo but I also went through the class and everyone got the opportunity to punch my mitts. I had ladies tell me they didn't…

KJLaMore my name is Connie, my grandchildren call me CC. So Sugardarlin, Connie or CC works for me :) Had my first colonoscopy this morning. The worst part for me was the IV and being very hungry during the night. The new prep tastes like orange Tang. I was able to drink clear flavored sparkling water, blue Zero gatorade,…

My name is Connie. My grandchildren call me CC. So Sugardalrin, Connie, or CC works for me :)

Had my first colonoscopy this morning. KJLaMore it wasn't bad at all. There is a new colon cleanse that tastes like Tang orange drink, drink 6oz followed by clear fluids of choice, no read or purple, then 5 hours later drink another 'Tang' followed by liquids. I drank flavored sparkling water, blue Zero gatorade, warm…

I am 57 and getting my first colonoscopy tomorrow. I know I was suppose to get my first one when I turned 50. Today is prep day. So I am sitting here sipping on warm vegetable broth and reading posts. I am more worried about getting a headache and feeling sick due to no real food than I am about the procedure, 11:30am…

Just checking-in and saying hi. Recently went to dr about my knee, thought I had a meniscus tear but MRI did not reveal anything but a little fluid on it. Dr told me to take Aleve when it flares up August Goals ( after Wed when I get my first colonoscopy) *Bike every other day *Weight Train 4 days a week *Toss in some fun…

My diet and exercise kinda got derailed this week. I have been keeping my 2yr old grandson while his mom had his baby sister. I have really enjoyed him but am ready to get back on course. She weighed 7lbs, 17 1/2" long.

I am 57 and have the same goals as you. I have really been enjoying MFP especially since I found out that my Fitbit syncs with it. My life has been crazy the past week but hoping to get back on track by Tuesday.

cory17 - I understand about motivation. It has taken some time for me to truly get motivated. I procrastinated for too long. I didn't BELIEVE I could lose weight, I didn't BELIEVE in myself. I might lose a few lbs but then would sabotage my efforts. I finally decided to do it on faith and at least give it a true effort. I…

I buckle it onto my shoe when bike riding.

I have these at home. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RZV1NB2/ref=sxr_pa_click_within_right1?pf_rd_t=301&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=2329824862&pf_rd_i=work+out+floor+mat&pf_rd_r=1K25STDBP9J8VETZG0R1&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&psc=1

Congrats on the 16lbs! Being honest with ourselves especially when no one is watching shows good character, discipline and determination. Keep it up.

I would love to go to a pool too but the nearest one is 25 miles away. I am too embarrassed to put on a swimsuit. Bought men's board shorts for kayaking this summer.

Joined a gym today. Until it closed last summer I was a member of Snap Fitness and worked out with a PT and really loved it! MY PT was once the state bodybuilding champ. He moved away and I joined Planet Fitness but I hardly ever went because I felt overwhelmed by the size and there were guys who just kinda hung around the…

Hi, I turned 57 this month. I am 5'1" and desire to lose 50+ lbs. In 2000 I wore size 8, in 2005 size 12, in 2010 size 2, now I wear size 14. My main goal is to get back to a healthier weight. I had a total abdominal hysterectomy in March and am still experiencing stabbing pains which my dr said is normal and can happen up…