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ROFL...no joke, I went and bought yoga pants after this thread!! ....hubby LOVES when I wear them. ;-) I'm glad this post was revived...it still amazes me some peoples lack of good humor!!!
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Hmm, it surprises me that "fatty" is a term used...for me, it doesn't matter what stage a person is in, my heart bleeds for those that are overweight and merely surviving, rather than living. We don't always know the details of what someone is walking through. Death of a loved one, sexual abuse (this was me), eating…
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I'm with the previous posters, add some more friends, 8 isn't enough to have a community of supporters. I watch what other people are eating, it gives me great ideas...I get to read about other people's successes, it helps keep me motivated to stay on track. And, I have some GREAT friends on here (that I've never met in…
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I'm sorry you have felt such negativity...sadly, you are not alone. I'm not secretive about my surgery, however, I don't advertise it either. Opinions are just that, opinions...and unfortunately, when it comes to social media, people give themselves permission to say the most negative and rude things. -most is out of…
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You can open your diary by going into your settings. I found, when I hit a 3 month plateau, that upping my calorie intake from 1200 to 1400, worked! So, first, I would check all the standards...are you drinking your water, how much sodium are you intaking, etc.. If that's all good, then maybe change things up a bit, change…
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Ok, here's my first try at posting photos..here's hoping it works. ;)
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I was having this SAME issue, until a couple weeks ago. I was sticking close to the 1200 calories per day...working out 3x's a week, typically I never eat back all my exercise calories, but, for THREE months-nothin! So, I decided to up my calories a bit, to 1400. I'm TRYING to watch my protein/fat/carb ratios...but,…
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Ack!! Where was this post when I first started out in here??!! Glad somebody thought to ask...I had to figure most of this stuff out on my own!! LOL
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Hey there...I'm a techie nerd, can't figure out how to post pics, but, my photo gallery is open. Started in October of 2009, latest photo is the one of the hubby and me. It's been quite the journey, I must say. SO many great stories and inspirational pics on here!! I want to be in the 130 range SOOOO badly! Thanks all for…
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Mommy's UNITE!! ;-) I have 4 beautiful kiddos and one pretty awesome husband. It's never easy making a change to a healthier you...nor is it easy keeping it up when you have a family. Finding a good group of moms on here is (in my opinion) essential. Congrats on stepping out and reaching out. :)
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First off, BRAVO for choosing to quit smoking AND continue getting to a healthier weight. That's definitely a tough one. I was a two pack a day smoker, started when I was just 14. I quite over 10 years ago, and am so happy I did! I know you say you don't want to replace it with another item, like food...but, that's what I…
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^^^totally this! My husband has been The most supportive partners I could have ever asked for..even at 370 pounds, he hated what it did to my personality, being that large and depressed, but, he loved me through it. Through every journey point, every milestone, every NSV he has rejoiced with me. That said...he has made…
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It's very hard to give an accurate answer, given that it's only been a few days...but, what I can tell you is, I had my calories originally set to 1200 (I'm 5'6", currently weigh 207). I work out 3x's a week, and I was diligently staying within my calorie range-and hadn't lost ONE POUND in almost three months!! Less than…
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I've done both...lost 75 pounds on WW (before getting pregnant with my 3rd...you can't stay on WW while pregnant). In my opinion, the support from the weekly meetings were invaluable! Much like the support you CAN get on here with a good, quality group of friends. Tracking calories through my app on my phone, I think, is…
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LOL, me too!! I turned 34 in June. Does that take me out of the running? I log my food and exercise daily.
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^^^^THIS!! Totally, this!! ....and coffee, does coffee count?! ;-)
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There's A LOT of great comments on here...so I'll be brief. First, DON'T EVER GIVE UP ON GETTING HEALTHY..being healthy, eating healthy-it's not a number on a scale. It's a choice in how to live! Second, this site can be as helpful as you want/need it to be. Get yourself a good group of supporters as friends, ones who will…
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Congratulations!! I know what a life changer it is, you loook stunning! :) ...you've inspired me to try to edit a photo collage. ;)
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Don't let the numbers discourage you!! YOU CAN DO THIS! It sounds cheesy, but, you can meet your goal-ONE BITE AT A TIME. When I started my journey it seemed almost impossible. Lose 240 pounds??!! Me??!! ...but, it has to start somewhere. An earlier poster said it exactly right, make smaller goals so you can celebrate your…
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;-) I'm not perfect, for sure, but, can definitely support ya! Mamma of 4, ages 13, 8, 4 and 21 months. We do what we can! I think it's great how your focus isn't just for yourself, but, that it's a family affair!! Feel free to add me, best wishes to you and your family on this journey! :)
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Hmm..wake up call?? I had a few... Back in 2009, I was the heaviest I'd ever been. Tipping the scales at just over 370 (I'm 5'6", yikes!). When you're super obese, you become almost inhuman to the public around you. Adults and children alike, would stare. Kids in my children's class would whisper and giggle. I could no…
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Bravo! You look beautiful, happy and healthy. :D
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Been here in Olympia since I was an itty bitty. :)
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Not really sure what the question is/was....but, if it's support youre looking for...I'd say build a good friends list for support. The message boards can be great, informational...and sometimes-HIGHLY entertaining (Yoga pants made me fat, was HILARIOUS), but, I've found that posts can get lost very quickly. Hope you…
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AWESOME NSV!! Those really are the keys to success!! Way to go!! :D
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Hi there...several years ago, I was having those same symptoms...I don't know which one was worse, the hair loss, or the forgetfulness!! Anyhow, after being tested, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and put on Synthroid and off I went. It should be noted...it takes about 6 weeks for your hormone levels to regulate, so,…
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Oh my goodness...all these posts are making me hungry!! ;-) Fav snack...jalapeño yogurt dip and multigrain tortilla chips. SO yummy!
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LOL..it amazes me the crap that comes out of people's mouths!! I kid you not, a few weeks ago a friend of the family said to me (as I was holding my 20 month old), "So, I see you're expecting another??!!". AND IF THAT WASN'T BAD ENOUGH...when I responded, no, I'm not pregnant...she continued her verbal diarrhea of the…
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Thank you...and, believe me...I know exactly how you feel. Once I hit a certain weight, I could almost feel people's eyes of judgement on me. Then, I began treating myself just as they viewed me. I gave up. Wthout sounding cheesy or anything...if I can say anything that would be encouraging, DON'T LET DEFEAT GET THE BETTER…
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NSV is non-scale victory. ;)
