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My husband has been very supportive and often points out my weight loss to others in the family. He says things like "Doesn't she look good? She has been working out." It's cute and makes me feel great.

I take two 15min power walks a day (on my breaks) also I use the restroom which is farthest from my break and every time I go to the rest room I run up and down the flight of stairs three times. Just try to think of as many ways as you can to get up and move around! Good luck.

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I have an office job too. What I have found that works for me is going to the furthest restroom from my desk each time. Also each time I leave my office I do three flights of stairs as fast as I can. I also use my breaks to walk around outside or in the parking garage if it is raining. Keeps my metabolism boosted all day…

I too am Native American and sadly the diabetic epidemic plagues my tribe as well. Great job wanting to make a change in your life and setting a good example for your child. MFP has been an amazing tool for me I am half way to my goal.

Oh yeah I was working out like a mad woman :) 3000-5000 calories per week.

I switch my cardio up with swiming every other day :)

Yay you! That is a great victory :) Thanks for sharing.

I have a similar problem with a friend of mine. I usually just walk with her for 10-15 mins then she stops and I continue on for 15 mins more at a faster pace.

I found some pretty helpful stuff here http://exercise.about.com/cs/exerciseworkouts/l/blofficeworkout.htm. Alos everytime I go to the restroom I run up and down the flight of stairs 3-4 times. This gives me an excellent energy boost periodically throguh out the day. Also on my lunch break I walk around the building a few…

I love my beer too and have found that it is the hardest thing for me to give up. So this is a great accomplishment. Thank you for sharing that it can be done!

I have heard that wii zumba is fun...

I have an interview on Tuesday :) What I like to do before the interview is go over the job description with a fine tooth comb... pulling out all the little details of what is expected in the new job. I then go over my resume and fit my experience with the job description. It is nice to come up with a few stories about how…

I typically do at least 30 mins of cardio 6 days a week. On Mon/Wed/Friday I do two hours of cardio then on Tue/Thur/Sat I do weight training. But regardless of what day it is I still walk/jog for 30 mins. Seems to be working for me but it's a major committment.

I alternate my cardio between the elliptical and swimming. It is an amazing option and is very low impact. Great way to rest with out resting!

Good read. Thanks for sharing.

If you are going out to dinner most restaurants have their menus on line. In which case you can figure out exactly what you are going to eat before you go and how many calories it is going to be. Try not to eat the pre dinner bread that is provided or chips / salsa depending on the restaurant. Also if you are planning on…

Sounds like you have the right attitude to get to where you want to go :smile: Keep up the good work. MFP is a valuable tool.