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  • That kind of goes alone with, "Older women shouldn't have long hair." Well, the rebel in me decided that in my 50's, I was letting my hair grow longer again. I cut my hair in my 30's and did the boy-cut, with hair angled over my ears and longer on top for "volume". In my 40's, I let it grow out some, but kept it layered…
    in Hairstyles Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Awesome job! You look fantastic!
    in 42 pounds so far (Pics!) Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hi everyone! I hope everyone is doing well! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201 15 Feb: 199.5 22 Feb: 198.5 Total loss for Feb: 2.5 lbs 01 March: 198 08 March: 198 15 March: 198 22 March: 199 Gained a pound! Yikes, too much pizza and birthday cake…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hi everyone! I hope everyone is doing well! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201 15 Feb: 199.5 22 Feb: 198.5 Total loss for Feb: 2.5 lbs 01 March: 198 08 March: 198 15 March: 198 I'm STUCK!!! Re-eval: I have been slack about daily journaling. Doing…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hi everyone! I hope everyone is doing well! I'm relieved that I didn't gain. The past week wasn't my best as far as food choices. Gotta get back to making healthier choices! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201 15 Feb: 199.5 22 Feb: 198.5 Total…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hi all! My March goal is to continue walking and to try to get to where I consistently hit 10000 steps a day. I have just started doing some strength exercises, so another goal is to keep those going and building on them.
    in March goals Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hey, I am trying to lose and am new to this group also. I sent you a friend request.
    in Looking for friends for support Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Yes! Sugar can contribute to higher levels of inflammation. I have fibromyalgia, arthritis, and type 2 diabetes. I have read and researched so much over the years, and one thing that always stands out as a way to help fight inflammation is to watch and reduce your sugar intake. Hope this helps!
    in Excess sugar Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • ridiculous59 and carol: Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don'...still feel like a nut!LOL!
    in Making and Keeping the Connection Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Hi everyone! Hope you all have a good week! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201 15 Feb: 199.5 22 Feb: 198.5 Total loss for Feb: 2.5 lbs 01 March: 198 08 March: 15 March: 22 March: 29 March: Total loss for March: 05 April: 12 April: 19 April: 26…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 March 2021
  • Joyfulandactive: Congrats on tracking again and on your weight-loss!
    in February Check In Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Liz, I am so excited that your daughter had an extra Fitbit! I so hope you enjoy using it as much as I do mine. ridiculous59, I am so glad I am not the only one who finds it hard to control nut portions. I swear, last year at this time, I rarely ever bought nuts! Then, I went online and read about how good they are for…
    in Making and Keeping the Connection Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • TaosLiz: I am so sorry for your loss. I admire your outlook and your positive approach to each day is inspiring!
    in What are your most helpful habits that inspire you on this journey of health & fitness? Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Okay, so I completely misread what you were looking for. My inspiration would be MFP. So far I have logged 36 days straight. I enjoy reading the success stories and connecting with others. I find something new to inspire or motivate me everyday!
    in What are your most helpful habits that inspire you on this journey of health & fitness? Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • I wear a Fitbit. This week has been my highest step count yet. So far I have walked 34812 steps this week and I still have tomorrow. I'm on track to beat last week's steps by 10000. One of the things that has helped me to get more steps in this week has been joining a couple of challenges on Fitbit. They are fun and I find…
    in Are you counting your steps? Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • This is just what I have been looking for! Glad I found this post.
    in YouTube workouts who's your favorite? Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hey, I'm new to this group. All of you are an inspiration and I really like reading about the different approaches. I somehow lost 4 pounds over the holidays. I think my emotional state during the holidays may have contributed. It was our first holiday season without my DH. I came back to MFP after a MFP reached out to me.…
    in February Check In Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hey Liz! I'm so sorry you have been through so much! I'm also new to the group and just saw your post. In my post I talked about needing to lose 50+ pounds. My ultimate goal is to lose around 65-70 pounds. I worked as a dental hygienist for 29 years until my hands just basically gave out. Besides my hand issues, I have…
    in Making and Keeping the Connection Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • My inspiration is my mother. She is 78 and can still out work me. And all of this is after breaking a hip 4 years ago! She has always been active outdoors, whether walking, gardening, mowing...She just never quits! She is my biggest supporter and my best friend.
    in What are your most helpful habits that inspire you on this journey of health & fitness? Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hi! I just joined the group too!
    in Just joined Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Your dedication is inspiring! I have a long way to go and now after seeing the progress that you have made doing fitness at home, I have no excuses. I will be 55 in June and started back on MFP in January. I have been walking and doing low-impact aerobics mostly, but no strength training. I have the weights, I just need to…
    in My journey to a healthy life. This is my progress: Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • My blood sugar is coming down! This morning's number was 136. It has been as high as 210.
    in What's Your Most Recent NSV Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • bananas: As a former dental hygienist (29 years), I would definitely recommend you going to a dentist who will answer your questions, as this is an important part of patient-care. I wouldn't trust anyone with my teeth who isn't willing to explain what their treatment plan is.
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2021 Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Beth: prayers and hugs. So, sorry for what you are going through.
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2021 Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hi everybody! I am soooo happy! It is currently a nice, sunny 63* here in the NW Foothills of NC! I have my granddaughter with me today and I'm planning on a trip to the park with her later. As far as seasons go, I really enjoy them all! I guess my favorite would be summer. As a Cancer, I love going to the beach. I enjoy…
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2021 Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hi everyone, The weight loss is moving sloooowly along, but at least it's moving! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201 15 Feb: 199.5 22 Feb: 198.5 Total loss for Feb: 2.5 lbs 01 March: 08 March: 15 March: 22 March: 29 March: Total loss for March:…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • HI everybody! It's a messy day here in the NW Foothills of NC; freezing rain and temps hovering around 32*. I'm just hoping the ice forming on the trees doesn't cause of lot of power outages...so far mine has stayed on. I have the gas logs, water, and "picnic"* food ready, just in case. *(Not the healthiest, but if the…
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2021 Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • To everyone who has sent hugs, prayers, condolences, etc., I just want to say "Thank You"! I have been scrolling through, trying to catch up and get familiar with everyone. It's a lot of information to absorb and I'm not sure where to jump in sometimes. I think it's lovely how so many of you have become so close. The NC…
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2021 Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Oh yeah, I wanted to comment about the Premier protein shakes. I'm not using them as a meal replacement. Been there, tried that, didn't work. I'm adding the shakes into my eating plan to get more protein into my diet. I have a tendency to fall short on protein a lot of the time. I'm not sure if it's really a thing, or just…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
  • Hi everyone, I hope all is going well. I'm finally below 200! I'm only a .5 lb below that awful, beastly number, but hey, I'll take it!! It has been a good while since I've seen the 190's on my scales. Woo-hoo! Challenge Starting Weight: 201 Challenge Level: Level 3-4 Challenge Goal weight: 180-185 01 Feb: 201 08 Feb: 201…
    in Three Month Weight Loss Challenge February - April Comment by blackburn23 February 2021
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