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I found that I needed a food scale in order to get everything logged correctly and accurately. It can be time consuming but I take the time to food prep for a few days at a time so in the long run it saves time. If you are struggling with the cravings I wouldn't pull everything "bad" out of your daily diet- instead I would…
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Thanks everyone for the replies! I have been doing foam rolling and some deep stretches but it only tends to provide temporary relief. Thankfully my work has a physical therapist come into work twice a week to work with employees that need it (I guess it is cheaper for them to contract out a PT vs paying the individual…
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The first time I tried calorie counting without a scale and just eyeing everything I was not successful in losing much weight. I started using a scale a little about a week and half ago and have dropped just over a pound. I have been really surprised to see what 4oz of chicken really looks like or a serving of cooked rice.…
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I hear ya! I am always the person that will sacrifice myself to make sure others are happy... I finally had a talk with my husband and we discussed that I need to start giving myself time even if that means he will have to start pitching in more. I recognized that salty treats (mostly chips) are a huge downfall for me and…
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I would also suggest Aldis! The veggies are not refrigerated when in the store so I go on the days that they have been delivered and use them up within a few days. Since I started going to Aldis I have greatly reduced my weekly grocery bill and waste (since I buy less but go more often). They have weekly specials on the…
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I should hang this in my cupboard! Thanks :)
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Like already posted... 5lbs is a great start!
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It started out that I could no longer fit in my horse show clothes (which are expensive) and then I saw how after I lost some weight my numbers looked better (blood pressure, etc). My mother is very overweight and my sister would fit in the obese category.I see how they struggle to get up and down the stairs and doing…
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What about a post workout protein drink? Put the powder in the shaker and he adds water when he is done with the workout? He could eat a peanut butter sandwich with it to add more carbs and protein. My brother (who is 25) is either lifting or running 5-6 times a week and eats what I listed above and has gained muscle and…
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I think losing weight is more then just dropping the pounds. It is about finding yourself, creating goals, and holding yourself accountable to reach them! It is daunting though and often times you will feel alone, uncapable, and just plain frustrated! I thing it is overwhelming to change too much at one time. I would not…
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2 years ago I dropped 30lbs. It was great but then life got the best of me and I stopped caring as much about the calories. I went a year without thinking much of it until I had a doctors visit and found I had gained about 10lbs back. I got a bit of a lecture from the doctor since I am still overweight and I was doing…
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"The miracle isn't that I finished. The miracle is that I had the courage to start." and "What distinguishes those of us at the starting line from those of us on the couch is that we learn through running to take what the days gives us, what our body will allow us, and what our will can tolerate." Both by John Bingham
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As hard as it is, try to not let it bother you. I think people that do that feel jealous that you have the willpower to change your lifestyle and they know that they cant and are a bit self conscious about what they are eating. They get after me for not ever eating out with them (I dont like spending the money or the extra…
