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Hi Debbie. My name is Margit, I'm 51 and am 5'3. A little about me - I live in Maine, married, 17 year old twins and work pt in a gift shop. I once weighed 393, and had a gastric bypass in 1997. I lost about 150 lbs. Fast forward to 2011. I found myself back up to 317 and vowed not to get any higher. One year later after…

I've noticed a lot of people have mentioned Subway. It's definitely one of the healthier fast food options. If I eat there, I ask the server to hull out the middle of the bread. It'll save you some calories and you can add more veggies. I also don't add cheese since you really don't notice it anyway. If you can avoid mayo…

FALL CHALLENGE Name: Margit Age: 50 Height: 5'3" Start Weight (as of Sept. 16th): 258.6 Goal Weight (for Nov. 18th): 240 Weigh in Weeks (listed by Wednesdays) 1. Sept. 20: 2. Sept. 27: 3. Oct. 4: 4. Oct. 11: 5. Oct. 18: 6. Oct. 25: 7. Nov. 1: 8. Nov. 8: 9. Nov. 15: Final Weigh in: Nov. 18: Weight -/+ this week: Total…

Dove deodorant. And maybe a spritz of Beautiful by Estee Lauder when I'm going out.

OH, and that's 1oz of nuts, not 100oz!!! lol! Whoa!

Thank you all for your kind responses. I will definitely stick to this low carbing. Since doing it, I haven't been high on cals, I don't eat much junk food anymore and I feel really good. I definitely agree measuring is vital. I have my digital scale and use it often. My kids think I'm crazy for counting my almonds right…

I weigh everything and try not to go over 1400 cals a day. I have a really nice scale that counts in grams, ozs and lbs. My diary is open. I haven't had too much today since I'm sick with a nasty cold, but I do the best I can with being true to my diary and food intake.

The first thing my nutritionist said was think like a "caveman!" Your suggestions fit that bill. Trying to be like one. Not easy, but getting there. As for my strength training, I do Zumba for 30 minutes and Zumba toning for the other 30 per class. The toning is awesome. I definitely have to consider my hormones. Going…

My nutritionist did measurements on me and I'm anxious to see the results. My next appointment is on the 29th. :) I know this is still early and I know I need time. I just find it funny how your body reacts to change. I do have to ask though. How does one do a lower than 30g. carb diet a day??? Just eating a piece of fruit…

I had a Gastric Bypass 17 years ago. I lost over 100 lbs, but didn't exercise, eat well and over time gained it back. For many years after I tried other diet methods until I decided enough was enough. I decided I was ready to lose weight, start exercising and get healthy! MFP is an awesome tool to get you there! Until…

When I first joined the gym, I started with a Zumba class. Talk about ackward. However, I got through it and went again. And again, and again. You've got the motivation. Now make it a habit. One year from now, you'll be glad you did.

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Kick *kitten*! I'm on the road to Onederland, too! Thanks for posting your pictures and keeping me inspired to keep on going! PS...Your pictures are A-MAZ-ING!

Handsome!

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Maine - Mainah / Maniac - The letter "R" is wicked overrated. It's lobstah, not lobster. - We say wicked. A lot. - 4 inches of snow is a dusting. - You crave an Italian sandwich weekly. - You know what an Italian sandwich is. - You crave a whoopie pie with your Italian sandwich. - LL Bean isn't just a store, it's a way of…

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1750. When I workout, I usually burn at least 500 calories and I will consume half of those. Eat people! It makes all the difference!

I graduated from HS in '86 and LOVE the 80's to this day. I was a huge fan of Berlin! Can't do a workout without them!

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Chocolate, Midol and a gun...

Still trying to figure this out!

I downloaded two pictures on photobucket. Where do I go from there? Not computer savey - OYE!

Liike, OMG! Only one? Hmmmmm????? Probably Sixteen Candles.... What was he wearing? Well, uh, let’s see, he was wearing a red argyle sweater, and tan trousers, and red shoes…No, he’s not retarded.

I haven't tried it yet, but a friend of mine gets hers at Walmart for around $5. She swears by it!

"My name is Peaches and I'm the best, all the DJ's want to feel my breasts" ~ Coming to America

I sacrificed my time with the TV. I no longer spend my evenings watching TV. I now spend my evenings at the Gym. Not only do I get good workouts, I also avoid the mindless TV eating aslo. Win, Win!

Interesting. Do you fast on the same days consistantly or do you plan a fast day based on times food may be an issue. Not sure I could fast two days in a row. How many calories do you intake on your free days? And on the days you fast, do you have the energy to workout? I've had some major issue with binging in the past…