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There is a gentleman on here and when he knows he is going to have a "not so good" meal or day he will walk (his main exercise) off the calories in advance of the "treat". So instead of having the treat and then busting your butt to burn it off he burns it first. Works for him. I have a secondary issue of being a diabetic…

I love mine! I have had the Flex for about 6 months or so and and had the Ultra since 2012. The Flex charger is finicky but I place it where it seems to work for me. You may have to play with it. That is really my only complaint. I love how I can compete online with my friends and the mobile app has challenges too where…

I agree! Some people aren't physically able to do certain things so you should have things that can be modified. This sounds like fun! Steps per day. Miles per day or total for the week. That's all I can think of for the moment.

I will be your friend! Step away from the pie!!

Sounds good to me! Be careful with the Gatorade. Some of them have a lot of sugar.

The key is moderation!! If you are making yourself eat things you don't like it won't last. One of the other replys said to eat what you like but cut back on the portion. For this to work and be successful it has to be a LIFE change. For instance, I don't plan to go without sweets forever so I have them in moderation, Not…

I love your story!! Very inspiring!

Sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you comfort in this hard time. I am blessed to still have all my parents so I won't pretend that I know what you are going through. I know it hurts to even try to imagine. I will be praying for you and your family and you need to lean on your friends and family and let them…

Thank you! I really needed to read this today!!

I had just asked about this yesterday.

Feeling better and noticing physical activity is easier is great! you may not notice it but those who haven't seen you lately may notice it. Are you taking before and during pictures? I keep meaning to but I forget, however it will help you seen the subtle changes.

Awesome!!!

Don't beat yourself up! Just get back up and dust yourself off and move forward! Now I shall follow my own advice. LOL

After reading the reviews I am not sure I would recommend the Sync Burn. I would be willing to bet there is a pedometer app out there somewhere.

Fit Bit will sync with MFP. So will Map My Walk/Fitness/Ride which are all free apps for smart phones. I just found another thing called a SYNC Burn fitness band and it counts steps and many other things. The best price I have found for it is $60.99 at Best Buy and I think there is free shipping. If you have a pedometer…

I don't know what you are eating or how much you have to lose but I do know that when you are working out you need to pay less attention to the scale and more attention to your measurements. Muscle is denser than fat so you could be "gaining" weight but losing inches. I have a great deal of weight to lose but I had the…

I just had my GB removed and I had the pancreatitis as well due th the bile ducts being blocked. I have lost 11 pounds in 6 days so far so I was wondering if the bad GB had anything to do with it being difficult to lose weight so I Googled it and I got your post. I know it will not continue to go down this fast but I am…

I think the op's post is true for some people but not everyone. It is not that simple for everyone. I have diabetes. Some of the meds I an on make it harder for me to lose weight. I was told that by my DOCTOR. Sometimes it is not as easy as pushing away from the table.

Hi all! I am new to this group. I will be 50 on June 30 so...close enough. I guess I just post my goals for April. Well even though it has already started, here goes: Log food every day!! Try to get some kind or exercise in at least 4 times a week. Test my blood sugar 2 times a day every day like I am supposed to. I guess…

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See a podiatrist! If you have pain and it is a nerve issue and you keep working out you could do permanent damage. I have orthotics that I have to wear in my shoes and it made a huge difference. The little bit of weight I have lost has helped too. Good luck!

One of my friends has been on for 955 consecutive days and she is probably never getting off. Good luck to you!

DUMP HIM!!!! There is someone out there for you who will love you for you! You are worth waiting for that person to come along!!

Lots of good info, Thanks! I walk with a friend 3-4 times a week for about an hour and we go just over 3 miles. I am ready to add a little more. Thanks again!

I have tears in my eyes reading your story. How wonderful for you. You are truly an inspiration and another bonus is you have/are teaching your kids by example how to eat healthy. Awesome job!!

Congrats!!! You are awesome and inspiring!

Awesome job!!

I just want to comment on your use of "lifestyle change" instead of "diet". I think that speaks volumes. I think I will get rid of them as I go. I will probably alter what I can and donate wnat I can't. Congrats!

I love this!!!

Thanks for all the great info and tips!