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I know this a dead thread and a dead group, but I remembered reading this post when I finally heard it. Seems in my runner's reality Phil kissed for the first time during 'Clubbed to Death' by Furious Angels. I guess he and his partner were at a screening of the Matrix.
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My deepest and heartfelt thanks to everyone. I could not have done what I have without the help and support of the community here. From the expansive knowledge to the brightest cheerleaders, it has all made such an impact on my life!
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Congratulations! :)
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I know it is kind of selfish, but on a personal level part of the elation I feel is the fact that now more resources in major LGBT organizations can go to helping transgendered people obtain even simple basic human rights and protections.
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I use a Hanes pullover bra. For me it just enough support without feeling crushed.
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Hi hi! Let's see if this works... Age: 39 Height: 6'2" Starting Weight: 350 Current Weight: 288 Goal Weight: 180 Right now I am all about calories in and calories out. I do intense cardio and also walk. I don't do strength training at the moment. As I feel comfortable with my new habits I have been adding new ones. I am…
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Well as MTF transperson I do a few things different then a ciswoman. For one most of the nutritional advice I follow goes along with the body I was born with. I take in more calories and my nutrient requirements are slightly different. I also shy away from heavy strength training right now as the testosterone in my system…
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I am queer by some people's standards (I am male bodied, like men, but only if it is with me being physically female (post-SRS)) and definitely gender queer so I guess I can add something. It took me a long time to come to terms with my body. Being a transsexual has got to be one of the most severe cases of body…
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I have been following this as much as I can. The kind of things said by Chief Justice Roberts and Justices Kennedy, Bonauto, and Alito were just plain insulting and bigoted. It does not give me much hope, but there is a sliver there yet. Equality seems to exist only for wealthy white christian men. Of course, the cynic in…
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CICO for me, but I have also been trying to eat better. For me food is an addiction. I could eat my calories with brownies (oh how I loved thee), but I would feel terrible. I would end up eating more to feel better and you get where that goes. I eat foods I enjoy, but that are also beneficial in someway to my over all…
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Welcome back. Congratulations on getting started again! You sound like you are doing good. I feel for you about the sweet tooth that was easily the most difficult part of deciding I was going to get healthy. It was difficult, and I took baby steps, but I replaced my sweet tooth with a pair of walking shoes. You said you…
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No. I do believe in lust at first sight, but for me love is earned. I just watched Ex Machina so, I will ask this. Is a AI with self awareness and emotion to be considered it's own person with the rights and responsibilities that are inalienable to all people?
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A month, but I am obese so all I had to do is stop eatting junk, count calories and start being active.
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I am transgendered, but I can related to what you are saying. Most of my life I have been shy. A real wallflower. After I started my transition, I didn't suddenly become social. But like you alluded to as I became more comfortable with who I was I did start to get more social. I have a much easier time now being friendly…
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I live the rolling emerald hills of southwest Virginia. Gods I love Spring here. There is so much beauty. Oh specifically I live in Abingdon, VA. For those of the NASCAR persuasion that is about a half hour from Bristol Motor Speedway. I only say this because I blame you all for the crudy traffic this last weekend! ;)…
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Wow! Talk about a thread that never dies! Since it is here and my last post so crushing negative, I thought I would say... Wow, what a few years make! I am still struggling with my weight. I got down to 260 last time, and then through only fault of my own I went up to a staggering 360! But all is not lost. I am on my way…
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I know I am losing weight to fast and I know it is bad for me, but I enjoy seeing the number on the scale get so low each week.
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OMGosh! That is perfect! Active Comfort Wrap Sport is just what I wanted. Thank you. Does anyone have any have experience with Glamorise bras?
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That is the bra I saw when I was looking and wanted so bad, but it only goes up to a 46. :( Again, I love the bra, but unless I want to stuff them, the size 8 is at least for a D cup. Thanks for the luck! I am going to need it, perseverance and a little pixie dust.
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Anything you do physically burns calories. So yes, logging your time spent walking will help you in making sure you are eating enough. That said I would be hesitant to count the calories you do burn very high. My FitnessPal says I burn a thousand calories for a two hour stroll. There is no way I am burning that many…
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Like Arober11 said, you need a companion app. Polar makes Polar Beats that is meant to pair with the H7. As for using heart rate for calorie burn, you can but it is just an approximate guess. I personally use my monitor (an H7 also) to make sure I am in the range I want to be in so I can adjust how intensely I am applying…
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Heh, I having the opposite problem of lilmsmetal and loliblullama. But, I am dedicated to getting to my goal and dealing with the aftermath. Brienbear, I have had the same problem. My hope is that at this point it isn't a problem, but I haven't tested it. As for why I want to lose weight? I don't have a solid reason other…
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Thank you sunnykt for such a thoughtful and insightful reply. The ideas and perspective you shared were far from stupid. It did open my eyes to the fact I had slipped in a very unhealthy mindset. I believe you are right in that it is better to see myself for who I am rather then be fixated on what I see in the mirror. I do…
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It is possible, but not for me. The car I have access to is not able to make the drive and even then I couldn't afford her. :( It is a good idea though. When I was active in an online transgender community it was a common suggestion I made.
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First off, I want to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart that replied to my post. I felt so self conscious writing it and I am extremely grateful for the generous and kind support. This weekend I thought a lot about what tameko2, doginsea, and motleybird had so say. Though most of what is said is about the ideal,…
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It is a bother, but I agree with finding a local trail or track. Try anywhere you can find, but the roads (in terms of it be icy) can be dangerous and it is best to have back plans.. If your area had a community/rec center, that might be a place to start. You could also call the local high school and ask for the track…
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I can understand being uncomfortable posting your pictures publicly, but my gosh, you have nothing to worry about. You are a very pretty lady and it's about time for you to start owning that fact! :) It is easy to beat yourself up for a set back, but they can and do happen. The huge point though is that even though you…
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On the go I usually go with PBnJ. I use healthy ingredients of course. :) I try not to eat snack things, but the FiberPlus snack bars worked pretty well for me back when still ate them. When I am out and have to eat fast food, I usually go for McDonald's. I order a grilled chicken fillet (not the sandwich, just the…
