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  • Hey all - I am so glad to find this thread! I know that our agegroup has it's own set of challenges, and when you are talking with a 20 something year old, they just don't get it. I turned 56 last month and just started a biggest loser challenge at work with 8 other people. I also bought a fitbit which I wear all day and…
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2012 Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • Started using Truvia on Friday and haven't used Splenda all weekend. Don't miss Splenda one bit! Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Free Calorie Counter
    in Artificial Sweetners Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • I'm Janice - and I'm married with 3 grown sons, 2 of whom are getting married this year. I just turned 56 and though my body *says* 56, my mind still tells me I'm 30! I live in the northeast foothills of Colorado for the last 12 years. I'm originally from Connecticut. I joined this group because I know that it's easier to…
    in WELCOME Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • I love water aerobics but the only classes that are near me are at 8:30 PM (I work full time). By that time I am ready for bed! I just turned 56 years old, and have two sons getting married later this year. I bought a fitbit (www.fitbit.com) and have found that to be motivating me to make the extra effort to take more…
    in NOT EXERCISING? Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • Height: 5' 6" Start weight: 220 Current weight: 215 Goal Weight: 150 Not sure of current pants size BIG ! lol Goal pants size - those size 8 jeans waiting for me in my bottom drawer from 10 years ago!
    in What are you now and what's your goal? Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • I use Splenda all the time, but after reading these posts with the information you've all given, I'm determined to change that. I have heard about it tricking you into thinking it's the real thing but in the end making you crave more sugar. I've always had a sweet tooth, it's been my downfall with my weight problems. It…
    in Artificial Sweetners Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • Never mind, I think I found it. :) I should have looked first. Created by MyFitnessPal.com - Nutrition Facts For Foods
    in Losing weight but tired all the time? Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • by the way - where can I find the weight loss tickers?
    in Losing weight but tired all the time? Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
  • I agree that you should first see your dr. to rule out any kind of thyroid issues or deficiencies. It could also be the KIND of calories you're consuming. Also, be sure that you are drinking all your water during the day, it makes a big difference. I am tired all of the time too, and I ordered a fitbit from fitbit.com to…
    in Losing weight but tired all the time? Comment by JanuaryJan February 2012
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