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Fantastic job- and total inspiration!
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Maybe the tax is already working because it started the debate...and consciousness about what we put in our bodies. It's clear that the Starbucks frappucino is high calorie and shouldn't be a habit; diet soda is a really addictive habit and the long-term affects are a question mark. We drink it because it's calorie free…
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I've had the same problem my whole life- I am like CMNVA, and have to stop the addiction to stop the craving. I find that for me sitting around at night is a real problem, so I try to find something to do... the TV watching thing is really really bad for me. I've yo-yo'd back and forth about 10-15 lbs my whole life, and…
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21 days with no added sugar sounds easy and it's not! I'm in too- I am great with food all day, but terrible with sweets at night- it's led to a 10 lb yo-yo for the last 5 years and summer is my toughest time...
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Starting fresh: I was doing great until T'giving and did well through December, but January was a disaster- so I'm back here now. Goals: ~I eat well all day until evening so: don't lose focus or make excuses for poor food choices late in the day. ~don't be afraid to get back on the scale- it's just a number; Thursday…
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@ nurselinda8- me too! What is the definition of "clean eating" ? I'm not sure what's meant by it in this group?
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it creeps up doesn't it? I eat badly one day, am afraid to face the consequences, and all of a sudden I string a bunch of denial together into pounds. I KNOW how hard it is- and how hard that first step is!! I was a single mom, in grad school, struggling to keep it all going, and it's really hard- but you're doing it!!…
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Coffee every morning, water all day, seltzer often, tea at night and red wine a few times a week. Not perfect, not bad. Regular life. The issue with diet sodas for me is they triggers craving for sweets. If I have a sweet, I'd much rather dessert than a sugary drink.
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-Just take it one day at a time, and reach out for help whenever you feel like you can't do it- -Look for success stories here as inspiration, -Find someone in your everyday life who can encourage you and share in your goals. -Set small goals- instead of 100, think about it as a series of 10 lbs at a time, and each time…
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Sadly, I gained about 10-15 lbs when I quit smoking, but it was worth it. At the time it was frustrating, but after years of using that as an excuse, I decided to just deal with it. In the end, I am 10X more fit, feel 20X better and eventually lost the extra weight. Don't smoke- you'll love yourself for losing the habit,…
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You have a great smile and the kind of winning mindset that brings success- congratulations, and enjoy the "new you!!!"
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I'm finally "normal weight"; want to lose the last 5 lbs between now and Christmas and figure out how to maintain and not gain it back....so I will keep checking in, and keep weighing in so I don't let it go. Thanks for the accountability! 11/7 - 11/14 - 11/21 - 11/28 - 12/5 - 12/12 - 12/19 - 12/26 - 1/2 - 1/9 - 1/16 -…
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Happy mom, beautiful and healthy!! Enjoy your success and your baby!!!
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huge difference- you look fantastic! great work!!!
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You look fantastic- and good luck post-grad!!!
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Radical changes in our habits can wreak havoc on our systems temporarily- and it sounds like you're learning how to navigate what's good for you and what's not- best of luck, you're doing fantastic!
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You really look fantastic- not an easy accomplishment, so congratulations on determination and perseverence!!!!
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congratulations on your incredible loss and fitness!
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And a Cubs fan to boot! You look fantastic, thanks so much for sharing, it's inspiring to all of us! Go, Cubbies!!!!
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Love your story and your determination- thanks for the inspiration!!
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59, lost 60 lbs 10 years ago and allowed about 15 to creep back on when I had a hip replaced and found a new love (all that eating out!). I'm back here, back on track- lost 8 lbs and 8 to go (want that extra lb as a reminder). I'm losing very slooooowly now, but it's going down and not up, and that's the key. Glad to find…
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One suggestion, find a yoga teacher who specializes in postural yoga (Iyengar in particular); there are specific cues in that practice that tremendously help core engagement as well as postural stability and in the end your push-ups will be better/stronger. Not vinyasa- someone who specializes in alignment. I've seen some…
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I need to be close to that range just to maintain, so I know how tough it can be- I'm only 5'2, and at 60, calories find me instead of me finding them! My BMR is about 1146-1264, depending on the calculator. I eat very thoughtfully- foods packed with nutrition and low calories; it's not about "dieting" so much as…
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At my goal weight for end of Sept! I didn't expect that, it was tough at first, but here we go for Oct: Ht: 5'3" CW: 138.6 Oct GW: 134.6 UGW: 127
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Welcome back!! Good job coming back, and good job still fitting in workouts that often! Anyone who says something that mean in the name of friendship is not a friend at all. Ignore him, he has noooo idea what your life is with children and night work! Don't be too hard on yourself- you clearly know how and what you need to…
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I'm 59; was on my first "diet" at 9, have always had to watch my weight, and have always been very physically active. Through my forties I gained about 40 lbs (ironic, huh?) which I took off at 49 (premenopause), and have battled with about 10-15 lbs up and down for the past 5 years, since hitting menopause in my mid-50s.…
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at 59, to MAINTAIN my weight (with normal activity level) I need about 1600 calories/day; to lose I need to be at about 1100 calories/day. And as you lose, you need less calories (or more exercise) to maintain your current weight. It's an ever-moving target; everyone is different; height, age, activity level and metabolism…
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I completely understand- when I started a relationship I gained 15 lbs- we were having fun and I didn't want to think about counting calories or working out; now I'm dealing with the consequences and it's not coming off so quickly! The tough lesson is that it's just as much work to stay in "maintenance" mode as in "crash…
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weigh-in: 8/29: 143 9/5: 142 9/12: 9/19: 9/26:141 OK, going in the right direction- just slower than I hoped, so will work on October: goal for end of Oct (5 weeks): 136 ultimate goal: 127 by March 2017
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Welcome, and you've found a great tool! First and most important- use it! Being honest about your weight, eating and exercise habits is the biggest step in the right direction you can give yourself. Consistently looking at our patterns is how we change them- and MFP works for those who use it.
