Michealwho Member

Someone may have said this already...you need to be selfish. The housework can wait, your bf won't starve if dinner is an hour late and the dogs can be exercised when you have more time. Right now you need to take time for yourself and don't feel guilty about it. My work day is about 12 hours long, with travel to and from,…

Just starting out? Walking is always good to start with, if you're not very fit. build up to jogging and then running. Bike riding is also awesome. Lifting heavy stuff can help too, but like I said, start slow. It's not rocket surgery :)

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I agree, if you have a craving for something, eat it but be in control of it. Prior starting this process I eat a muffin in the morning with my coffee and then something bad at lunch and a few little treats in between. By the time dinner came around I'd already eaten enough calories for 2 days. I focus on having as many…

I haven't bought new clothes as yet, but I'm starting to wear clothes from my wardrobe that I have either never been able to wear or haven't worn for many years. Either way, it's a very good feeling and very motivating...

Maybe if I was just starting out I might. What I learned in the first 100 days, I can apply well into the future. I can look at food now and guess reasonably closely how many calories are in it. That's the beauty of MFP. It's retraining us. I guess I might donate a small sum annually if they needed it butt hey seem to be…

I like this one: "What personal change will you make today that will make a difference to your life in the future?" I'm not sure who said it and I'm not sure if I quoted it right, but I like it and it keeps me focused.

The only time I have not added something is when I have finished logging for the day and it was a late night treat, and I knew I had enough calories left to stay under my limit. If it was going to push me over my 1800 cals, I would either not have it or log it. :smile:

Thanks everyone! Your kinds words, prayers and support are very welcome.

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So inspirational, good to see stories and pics like these when you're struggling!

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