hollyteech Member

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  • Feel free to add me too! 40's single teacher looking to make this stick! I've got 80lbs+ to get rid of. Thanks!!! :)
  • Thanks for the kind and motivational words. Going to try to do this one day at a time. I know that logging in my food and exercise will at least be a good way to start and I'll be lurking around the message boards. I should clarify, that while I do have many wonderful friends and family, most aren't sharing my struggle. My…
  • Hi all! Thought I"d try to revive this topic. I took a long break from MFP and now am back again. I'm particularly looking for support from other singles, without kids, who just prepare meals for themselves. I've got plenty of time to work out, and even have a membership at a nice gym... however after work each day (I'm a…
  • Hello fellow teachers!!! I'm so glad to find this group!! I teach 4th and 5th grade in a multiage class in Los Angeles. I LOVE my students AND my job (for the first time in 15 years)!!! I have to share my Valentine's story this year: My kids know that I have been working out like a demon (I work with a trainer 2 days a…
  • Thanks for the great ideas!!! I am a speed eater. It's a huge problem for me. I've tried to slow down and there are times I put the fork, (or the chopsticks) down in between bites. I love eating with chopsticks! I slow down a lot and really have to think about how I'm eating. I also really try to focus on finishing a bite…
  • Fitness Chick: Thanks!! Great to hear about a teacher support group. I could really use that. I don't see the link in your post though. Did I miss something??? I'll search for it, but might need some help. :tongue: Holly
  • Thanks everyone! I do love how this site has sooo many of the Trader Joe's foods in the database. Makes things so easy. I measured my cereal for the first time today. I like to mix cereals (Kashi GoLean and Barbara's shredded Spoonfuls). Not too bad... added in some ground flax seed and some blueberries. Yum! I did a…
  • Hi! I just joined MFP and am really excited about it. I would love to chat, swap stories and support and find support with other singles. I'm 41, no kids and working my butt off to get in shape and out in the world. I've got about 70 lbs to lose and even though I am doing well with exercise, eat really healthy, I am…
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