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I have a friend on my MFP friend list that has lost almost 200 without surgery. I have another that is down 140. I'm down nearly 70. My husband is down more than 80. Both he and I are still working on it. As I approach my initial long term goal, I look at myself and think, "It's not going to be enough." Glad I didn't know…
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Nice job! We have at least 2 species of owls that frequent the treeline at the rear of our property and along the creek running through the neighborhood and I always enjoy listening to them in the evening. Sometimes I can call to them and they'll call back.
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Young... well, I have to say that's not the only consideration. My impression is more that many marriages fail because the two folks involved didn't really know each other very well, didn't have enough common ground, or didn't have similar ideas of what marriage should be like. Maybe that's a maturity issue, or maybe it's…
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Went from 219 to 195 in 2-1/2 months. I'm between 5'1" and 5'2" and 46 years old. Lost 50 pounds in 5-1/2 months. However, in the next 4 months I've only lost another 18 pounds. I've been eating more calories (1450-1500 vs. 1300-1350) and, honestly, exercising less. I really like walking, biking, and other outdoor…
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You are looking terrific! The before picture shows that you were making the most of where you were before, but you look really great now. A really nice transformation you've got going. Keep it up!
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You know, those East Texas pine cone gnawing squirrels taste *completely* different than hardwood forest northwest Arkansas squirrels. Just sayin'
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I don't log anything as exercise unless it is exertion beyond that of my average everyday activity level. I figure that unless it is outside of that, it is accounted for in the activity level multiplier applied to my BMR to generate a TDEE. I also do not usually eat back ALL of my exercise calories for a day, though it's…
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My work day is timed differently than yours, but I have some of the same issues with being too hungry at the end of the day and wanting to eat everything in sight when I get home. For me, the days that I keep my carbs in check (not really low carb, but definitely controlled) and eat plenty of protein control my hunger…
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Nice job! I was impressed with just the first comparison pics... "Hey, he got rid of the flab!" But the last pic shows what dedication and work you put into it and the great success you've had. Congratulations!
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Since you asked, my husband picked me up during the losing phase. We're neither one finished yet. First time I've weighed little enough for him to do that in over 20 years. If he tries to pick up any other women on MFP either before or after completing weightloss, it'll get very unpleasant on the homefront. I have no plans…
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Congratulations, T! You are looking happy and healthy and ready to take on the world in great joy! Yours is a terrific story, thank you for sharing.
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Small goals, definitely. If you're only looking at large loss long-term goal, it looks HUGE and every small slip looks like proof you can't make it. If you are telling yourself that in this month you will lose three pounds and log what you actually eat (no lying to yourself) daily, that is doable. The urge is to fix it…
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Not about a food show, really, but my daughter and I snicker every time we walk through a Target produce section. In the "packaged-ready-to-nuke-or-boil-in-bag" area there is a Paula Deen branded product, Green Beans with Butter & Bacon Sauce. We laugh and say that for Paula Deen, just butter fat or just bacon fat wouldn't…
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I had this about 9 years ago. I had a new job and was on my feet on hard surfaces for hours per day with nowhere to sit down even if there was a lull in the work. Horrible pain in my feet, sometimes actually worst when I'd get up after sleeping. It made me walk weird which put the rest of my joints (knees, hips, back) out…
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My favorite way to eat it is with berries of some type, usually blackberries or blueberries. If the fruit is especially tart, I may sprinkle a little bit of Splenda over the fruit before topping with the cottage cheese. Sometimes I sprinkle a couple of tablespoons of granola over the top for extra flavor, fiber, and the…
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So do you have a someone or more than one someone who can and will be your accountability coach? The person that will hold a REAL mirror up to what you're doing to help you keep it healthy? Who will cheer for your progress but tell you flat out when you've veered off course? Are you willing to listen to this person and…
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Hey, nice smile! Oh, and great loss too! You're looking great and stronger also, though at you did always have a great smile. However, I know what you mean about the look thing... I keep looking in the mirror and thinking, "Gee, I thought 60 pounds would have melted some age away too...." Heh. :ohwell:
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Great report! Good to be able to appreciate the benefits that your healthier habits are earning you.
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Yep, saw them back in the store this weekend. Didn't buy any, but found it interesting that they had 3 flavors I like on hand, and of those, my favorite (which is NOT favored by half of the family) was the lowest in calories. Also interesting, the Bavarian cream ones had fewer calories than the raspberry! Oh well. Gonna…
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You can do this! The hardest part is truly making the start, and you can SEE that you've done that. Keep going!
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A few random ideas, I offer no guarantee as to their quality: 1) Have you tried yoga or bodyweight strength training as exercise? If the pain you experience in that leg is truly the joints hurting, building/strengthening the muscles and ligaments that support the joints might help limit the amount of pain. 2) Have you…
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Soups are a great idea! Easy way for you to combine new/additional veggies to your diet in a way that is not discreet and recognizable, so maybe less likely to trip your hate-o-meter. Also, I wondered from your comment about lettuces if you have an issue with TEXTURE and food. My son is very freaked out by the textures of…
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Looking great! I recently dropped from XXL scrubs to L top and M pants too. Feels better that it looks, doesn't it?
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That is some terrific progress! Sounds like you are working a plan for long term success! <applause>
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Caveat: I am NOT 5'7". I'm only about 5'1.5". And I very much agree with an earlier poster... today's US sizes for women's/misses clothing are NOT the same as the sizes 20-25 years ago! I had jeans that old to compare to, and wish I hadn't gotten rid of a couple of smaller pairs from that era a while back so I'd have them…
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I have given away LOTS of clothes and just this weekend pulled out another HUGE pile to donate. I have kept a couple of pieces for progress comparisons and put aside a couple of skirts and silk tanks that I *think* might could be modified to still be wearable and look nice 'cause I REALLY like them. However, since I still…
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Very nice! You took control before things got crazy and did a great job! Wish I had done that 2 decades ago!
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Congrats on reaching Onederland and your commitment to a healthier life!
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Looking terrific! What I can't get over, with your before/after pics, those of others, and my own experience, is how much the fat AGES us! Look how young and energetic you look now! It's an awesome side benefit! Congratulations on your loss!
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Great pictures! Your pictures show how you love spending time with your family and doing things outdoors... must feel terrific to be more healthy and fit enough to get more out of those times! Congratulations!
