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  • Hi Fitter Knitters and Crocheters, I am a knitter and a new crocheter, I also enjoy quilting. Most of my knitting has been shawls, scarfs, fingerless gloves, and socks. I am very slow at both knitting and crochet, which can be a problem as I am addicted to yarn. I hope to see some projects from my fellow MFP friends. I am…
  • Thank You for sharing :smile:
  • Do be careful, anyone taking in very low calories, 800-1000kcal/day, should be medically supervised. This low calorie intake slows your metabolism, and switches you into starvation mode. It also frequently causes electrolyte imbalances. The best thing is to (1) talk with your doctor, eat your balanced 1200kcal/day and add…
  • Hi Ellen, yes that is a struggle for me as well. I try to side track myself, doing something active, like a walk or one of my hobbies, knitting. Remind myself of my weight loss goal, and really check to see if I'm hungry or just bored. I drink flavored water and I have found if I am craving protein I have usually eaten too…
  • For people with lower limb problems you might want to try "Chair Exercise". I have done this and it actually makes my heart rate go up and modifying the exercises that make the knees/feet hurt is easy.
  • Hi Maurap, You and I have similar goals for May. Best of luck to you. Linda
  • I would like to join the 50+ women and set my personal goals for May 2012. 1) Log in daily 2) Drink required water for the day 3) Walk 6 days a week for 20minutes BTW what does BUMP stand for? Linda
  • Ms Hannibal, I am glad you are on your way to recovery, keep up the good work and fight those demons. However not every body who is on a very low calorie diet < 1000cal/day has an eating disorder. As you are an RN I'm sure you are aware of medically supervised diet programs, which start with a very low calorie intake at…
  • Sounds great, can't wait to try these. Thanks for sharing.
  • Thank You for your inspirational journey. You look wonderful. I like the pictures you shared
  • Yes, I'm a native and currently live in Murrieta, CA.
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