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I haven't used Alli but I've heard several people say "don't dare go too far from the bathroom". Somehow this doesn't sound like a great idea for weight reduction. Caralyn

Marie, I fix a large pyrex dish of vegetables consisting of zucchini, bell pepper (green & red), onions, carrots, broccoli florets - and probably any other vegetable you can think of. I drizzle it with olive oil, salt & pepper (or any other spice that you like) and bake it. It is delicious, low-cal, and I always have…

Patgab, If you haven't already, check out the Golden Sneakers thread. It's mainly comprised of seniors like you and me (I'm 64 years old) and have battled weight problems for years. I had two total knee replacements a few years ago and although they are doing o.k. (although they will never be 100%), I am now dealing with…

Phoebe, It's drizzly here in Reno today. I don't know what the temp. is but it's really not very cold. We're expecting more "weather" thru the weekend. I hope you are doing well...... Caralyn

Good morning all...... Rainy/misty here in Reno also. They had a couple inches of snow at the higher elevations (Lake Tahoe area) yesterday. We need it badly so we can't complain. Have a good day..... Caralyn

Marie, Thanks for the encouragement..... Caralyn

Thanks for the encouragement, Jeffrey. Caralyn

Reno, Nevada

Hello all, I hope you are all doing well. My weight is still the same and I know I need to be more diligent at my exercise - which I hate! : ( Caralyn

Phoebe, I keep my coupon clutch right in my pure so it's always with me when I grocery shop. It's real handy..... Caralyn

ellelit, I feel real bad for you as I see you do have a lot of stress. Please remember that you are a unique person and no one could ever replace you. You sound like you have a lot to offer this world and I just know that you can get past this stage of your life and your life will be changed forever. Please know that we…

Good Morning All, I just added my ticker to my signature. I'm only down 3 lbs. in almost 2 weeks' time.....is that slow or what?? I try hard to not get discouraged but some days are harder than others. "Chatting" with all of you is definitely a "plus". Have a great day everyone and stay warm..... Caralyn

Hello Biggramma, Jeffrey, Pat, Phoebe & Ellie, This is Caralyn again and I live in Reno, Nevada. I'm wondering where all of you are from. I can tell some of you are in snow country and some are in sun country. We all have the same issues to deal with, (weight) don't we? It's good to have a senior group (I'm 64). I read the…

Ellie, Marie, Pat, & Phoebe, My name is Caralyn and I live in Reno, Nevada and I would LOVE to join your discussions. I, too, am a senior and deal with a couple physical issues - nothing too serious. I don't have time to write more right now because I need to leave but would appreciate a reply from you......chat later…

Hi Dawn, I just read your message but can't reply at the moment. My temp service called and they want to send me on a short-term assignment immediately and I'm not even dressed yet. I will respond later - probably this evening. Must go...... Caralyn

AmyNVegas, Looks like I'm brain-dead.....I've re-read your message above and realize what you said. Still, I would assume you would recommend a beginner's video, right? Caralyn in Reno

AmyNVegas, I am looking at WATP videos on Amazon.com and I'm wondering......do ALL the videos have specifically recumbent bike exercises (which, I guess, doesn't sound logical)? Can you suggest one or the other to me to purchase? Thanks, Amy Caralyn in Reno

Hello nysa, Yes, hip problems are no fun. Ibuprofin helps me a lot and will try my darndest to stay on my program though! I'm desperate - as I'm sure many others are also. Thanks for your message. Caralyn

Hello AmyNVegas, Thanks for your info. Amy (I'm up in Reno). I also have a recumbent bike with a wide seat :happy: but I think the treadmill burns off more calories. However, the recumbent bike is much more comfortable. Truthfully, I HATE exercising - no matter what type I do. Please, let's stay in touch and thanks so much…

Hello Dawn, Looks like I've finally connected with someone who has some physical problems. I definitely commiserate with you. Funny, you'd expect the hip to hurt on your bottom (the cheek area) but it actually hurts in the groin area - where the hip bone actually connects. Some days are awful and some days aren't so bad. I…

BrenNew, It's me again....Caralyn. Thanks so much for the encouragement. I too am going through a rough patch in my marriage (it's the 2nd for both of us) and I'm sure that's part of my weight issues. I also had bad knees and had total knee replacement on both of them (at separate times, of course). Although they are MUCH…

Johnlynn, Yes, I meant Myfitnesspal. I've been doing so much research on the internet that I forgot which one I registered with. Today I'm a little more motivated than I have been the last couple days. I have 100 lbs. to lose easily and need to "light a fire" under myself to get going, with exercise being my problem. I…

Hello BrenNew, I've been off track for a couple days but today I feel more motivated. I have 100 lbs. easily to lose but my problem is exercising. I have trouble with both hips and some days I have a real hard time and consequently don't do my treadmill on those days. I've only been doing Myfitnesspal for a few days now…

Hello! My name is Caralyn and I live in Reno, Nevada. I'm hoping to stick to this!!