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Kinda new here but been on a couple of trips and now caring for hubby who had total hip replacement Thursday. Have not been able to get my workouts in but I was able to walk the pup before sunset. I am hoping to weigh in on Wednesday at my goal weight; I've lost 36 lbs in the last year the most being the last 10 weeks.

Thank you I appreciate that! Happy hump day to all B)

Love this active thread full of support, insight, information and perseverance❣I'm not 60 yet but I will be in 6 months and was hoping I could join? 🙏

Hey there hypothyroid friends! Let me start off by saying that thyroid disease sucks BUT I believe at least for myself fixable. I am 59+ and lost my thyroid to cancer in 2016...which was only a few years after I experienced surgical menopause. I have lost only to gain right back despite doing the exact same thing which was…

Oh, sandypoint1267, I forgot I read a GREAT book recently by Kate Deering How to Heal Your Metabolism, that has a wealth if info for anyone really but in particular thyroid and food. Just in case you are interestec.

You are doing FANTASTIC! 20 LBS in 2 months is INCREDIBLE! I'm absolutely 💯 ecstatic for you because I know how incredibly hard it is to lose. Keep up that great work, slow and steady wins the your race 🤩

I too have thyroid disease, thyroid cancer in 2016 at 54 with right lobe removed and Hashimotos Disease. Thyroid disease is a hideous disease that many underestimate. I understand your struggle! Even on 2 different meds every day is a battle for optimal health. MFP in conjunction with an exercise program has really helped…

I do not weigh, however, I do use a color container method of eating that helps control portions. Something I ordered through a program that I use. I considered purchasing a scale to weigh but I found the other method and it works very well for me which I think is key, finding what works well for you. I also use the…

I'm not new to MFP but I am NEW; New mindset, new commitment, new attitude, new priorities. I have been looking for a 50+ group, so I would love to join.

Never heard of it, sorry:( I am on Elestrin which is a gel that I put on my arm at night. Have had really great results! Good luck in your menopause journey:)

I don't know if this has already been posted but I just did the Oatmeal with a little organic vanilla, Diamond Breeze Almond and Coconut milk ( 0 sugar) and half a cooked sweet potato:) mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm really good!

Happy day to you and WAY TO GO! You've put in a lot of hard work and their negativity does not negate that in any way! There is NO WAY you could lose 20 lbs and it not be noticeable, no way. You DO look different just not through the lens of the green eyed monster. I like ekz advice:) Keep up the AMAZING work, you are…

That's a great idea!

I just want to hug you so hard! You are a courageous, beautiful woman! Take care of yourself, good care:)

You're body needs a recovery period; and if you are not eating enough calories your body is trying to protect itself. I would be careful if I were you:)

Did a little more research on the kettle bell workout and I am decreasing the caloric burn from 400 to 200 for 20 min. I would rather err on the side of caution. Even if I over estimated it still doesn't explain the 1 lb gain since I am consistently exercising and I have not been eating those extra calories given for the…

Love the mani/pedi idea; haven't had one since February and could really use one. Operative word being "use"!:wink:

I've done honey and walnuts, honey, yogurt and cinnamon, protein powder, just about any fruit, coco and I have even done cucumbers:)

CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My sweet, wonderful, loving, SUPER SKINNY daughters sent me 6 HUGE chocolate covered strawberries for our anniversary! So thoughtful, cuz…

This was in my Devotions for Dieters e-devotions this morning and it smacked me right in the face, "I DON'T WANT MY GREATEST SKILL TO BE MY ABILITY TO EAT!" Wow for me that was profound and I will remind myself of that all day today. I don't want that to be my greatest ability; how I speak to others, how I treat others,…

AMEN sister! I just had an epiphany about something that I have been saying to myself. Recently my excuse for not going to the gym is because I am embarrassed about the way I look... but I had no problem going out to eat and stuffing my face. Hmmmmm...

Good idea James, although I'm not real keen on having my picture taken skinny or fat:) Baby steps, I tell my students, you can't eat an elephant all in one bite.

Just completed day 2 of kettle bell workout and it is kicking my backside! front side and all the other sides:) Didn't really feel like doing it, had a massive headache...oddly enough... headache gone after workout:smile: Eating oatmeal and getting ready for work. Have a fantastic day all you groovy women! Shine…

Oh, my heart breaks for you...I know the disappointment! Hang in there, we can do this! I tell myself if I can do 22 hours of labor and delivery drug free I can DO THIS! Think of the hardest thing that you have gotten through and tell yourself, "if I can do that, I can get healthy!" Let's get our GROOVE ON!:wink:

I too am finding myself hungry more often then not but I think it is an adjustment period. I would increase your water intake and fibrous foods; fruits and vegetable but more vegetables than fruit if you are trying to keep your sugar down. I am trying to keep an eye on sugar even if it's from fruit. Sweet potatoes and…

Thank you for all the friend requests, advice and encouragement; didn't realize how much I was in need of all the encouragement! Wish I had come to MFP a long time ago. tjohnconnor, you are absolutely right, eating too little is my enemy; something I am going to have to work hard on:) When I completed my food journal I was…

Thank you! Trying to do just that, take it one day at a time; I exercise once and eat right one day and think I should weigh 1lb less, lol. Silly I know but I want it yesterday. Thank you for the friend request, would love to partner with anyone who is interested in motivating and encouraging:)