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Measuring really helps me. I have lost more inches than I have pounds. I measure every three or four weeks.
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I can so relate to some of your journey. I gained some weight when I lost my job in 2008. I started this site in July and I have already lost 22 lbs. The people are very supportive and motivating. You will love it. Welcome.
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Welcome to MFP....I have tried a ton of different diets and I have learned on thing since being on here, it is not about dieting it is about a lifestyle change.
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I was overweight when I got pregnant with both my boys and my doctor wanted me to only gain a limited amount of weight. I did go to the gym and still ate healthy while pregnant under the guidance of my doctor. It gave me energy and I had no morning sickness with either of my boys. I only gained 17 lbs with either boys.…
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Don't be discouraged....try measuring yourself as well because even when you don't lose weight, you could be losing inches.
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This site is wonderful. My word of advice is to make sure that you actively participate in the message boards and blogs. They will allow you to build the support system that you need to acheive your goals.
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Welcome to MFP. This place is wonderful and you will find the people on here to be very supportive. My suggestion to everyone new is to get involved in the blogs and message boards because you will get a ton of support.
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Welcome to the site. You will love it. The support and motivation that you receive here is amazing. We are all in this together whether we have to lose 100 lbs. or 10. It is still hard. My advise, become actively involved in the site and be sure to post so that you can talk to people about your progress.
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Welcome to the club. This is an amazing site. The support you will receive here is fantastic.
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Incredible. You look amazing. Keep up the fantastic work.
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Welcome. I have been using this site for a month and I love it. I have used several other sites and this site is hands down the best out there. The support system and motivation that is given by the members is amazing. My suggestion for success is to become an active member of the site. I not only want to log in each day…
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Welcome. I understand totally where you are coming from because 16 years ago I was you. I wish I would have had the determination then to live a healthy lifestyle. Congrats on taking the first step.
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You will love this website. It is so great to not have to count your own calories anymore. This place is amazing! Enjoy the motivating people and socialize. We are all here to encourage each other.
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Way to go!!!! This is my fourth week and I am really loving this site. I am extremely proud of myself and I love the support and motivation that everyone gives each other.
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This site is amazing and I am sure that you will not be disappointed at all. I understand all about overeating on vacations or even traveling in general. I started gaining back all the baby weight I lost once I started traveling for work. Everyone on this site is very supportive and motivating so don't be afraid to jump in…
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Welcome to MFP. I am sure you will love it. The people here are really motivating and encouraging.
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I post my zumba class under belly dancing because the movements are somewhat similar and it seemed the closest to what zumba really is. My class is also an hour long. I LOVE MY CLASS!!!!
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Congrats on your amazing progress. Celebrate and enjoy wearing those 14s even if it is just for a short time.:happy:
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I have been doing Zumba now 2 to 3 times a week. One of my friends from high school is an instructor and he does classes 3 times a week. It truly is for all fitness levels. In my class we have young girls who are just trying to tone up and then we have people who weigh in at well over 300 lbs. No one judges anyone else and…
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Welcome and congrats on your first day. This is a great place to find the motivation and support you need to keep you on track and lift you up when you have a rough day. Glad to welcome you.
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Welcome to MFP.
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Welcome ladies!!! I have been overweight pretty much all my life. I have the arms that wave hello and goodbye at the same time. I am trying very hard to get rid of them. I have a long way to go but I have chunked my weight loss into to segments so that it doesn't seem so overwhelming. This site is wonderful and you will…
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I have been doing Zumba for about a month now 2 times a week. I love it. Good luck with your classes and welcome to mfp.
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It is wonderful to be on here and talk to people who truly get what it is like to want to be healthy. When I tell most people that I want to lose weight they think it is because I want to look better. I have noticed that most people on here are doing it because they want to be healthier and feel better both physically and…
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All great journeys begin with one footstep. Welcome to the group.
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Congrats on the end to a good first day. I have been fighting my weight and my unhealthy lifestyle for years. I have really found a new attitude that is making it easier for me to want to change. Good luck!!!!
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I am just starting but I have been on and off the fitness band wagon several times. I would love to have some people to help motivate me along the way. I would try my best to motivate as well. Feel free to add me.:drinker:
