becky123456 Member

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Do you have any recommendations for me? Looking for an easy workout that would burn a lot of calories, but I have balance issues because of a condition similar to Parkinson's.. Thanks for any ideas!

Southern Maryland has it's own language at times, right along with a somewhat "drawly" accent... My husband's relatives in RI make fun of me, just like I tease them for not pronouncing their "R's". Pretty funny..

Hi -- Although I have never been formally diagnosed with CMT, all the signs point to it for me.. Yes, the deformed feet complete with HUGE arches and hammertoes.. I only fit in a girl's size 4 EEE shoe so finding something to wear to work is a challenge.. I have always had this, since birth, I guess, and since I am getting…

I have Charcot Marie Tooth Disease, a neurological disorder where the nerves in my feet and lower legs are messed up so I have terrible problems with balance and weakness. I have lost 33 pounds using MFP for the last almost 2 years, and I feel a lot stronger, but I still have days when I feel like I will fall down just…

AWESOME ! So happy for you..

Has anyone found any on demand workouts that require little or no blance to do? That's what my problem is - I cannot balance on one foot at all because of mobility issues in my family. Even walking in place is almost impossible. Any advice?

I eat a vegetarian diet, so I can probably use more proteins, for sure.. As far as the carbs go, I do have 1 or two pieces of toast every morning and we do eat a lot of pasta at dinner..

Hi -- I live in the Washingon, D.C. suburbs.. I am 45, have lost 30 pounds in the last 10 months but need an extra push to lose 10 more.. Maybe we can help each other? Friend me if you like.. :wink:

I was shopping at the grocery store and wearing a tee shirt with my son's baby picture on it . TWO different ladies asked me if he is my GRANDSON.. Sheesh.. Yes, it is an old shirt, and the baby is 17 now, but man, I don't think I look like anyone's grandmother !

I went for several years without wearing my wedding bands because they didn't fit.. Now I am worried they will slip off if I am not careful! YAY

I think you are worrying about it way too much.. Don't stress yourself out about this! I did not wear my wedding rings for years because they didn't fit, now they do and nobody has really noticed except people that are closest to me.... I would go, let him wear his rings if he wants to, and don't worry about what others…

Waldorf, Maryland (about 45 minutes south of Washington, D.C.).. Been in the DC suburbs all my life..

I have been using Saturday as the "official" day, when I actually record weight and measurements, but I do peek almost every morning.. :blushing:

My teenage son and I have been vegetarian for several years but my husband and teenage daughter eat meat. Yes, dinnertime is kind of tricky at our house! Since my husband does most of the cooking for all 4 of us, he tries to find creative ways to prepare meals for Chris and I.. One of my favorites is mashed beans (great…

Becky from Waldorf, MD - almost neighbors!!

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but YES - it's normal to gain weight when TOM comes to town... I always gain 8-10 pounds of water, and it takes 1-2 weeks before it is all gone... Try to limit your salt intake, because that makes it worse.. I don't weigh in or measure during those few weeks, because I get so bloated and…

I just started wearing the Walmart one from Gold's Gym today and I can hardly believe how much sweat was under it when I took it off.. I wore it for several hours and did everyday things with it on (laundry, errands...) and then wore it during a 30 minute walk with my hubby and dog.. Then a bunch of sit ups and a 10-minute…

I bought one today -5 dollars at Walmart.. Yes, I am wearing it now (been outside just doing regular stuff) and it really does make you sweat... I will see if there is a difference next weekend, but for now it seems like a good 5 dollar investment.

Oh my gosh - you hit such a nerve with me. Last time I gained 10 POUNDS of water, it took over a week and it has finally gone back to normal.. That is very odd, but I usually gain 5 or 6 pounds easy.. You are so NOT alone in this!!

Hi - my son and I have been meat free for several years.. I will very occasionally eat fish or shellfish, though.. We eat a lot of the Morningstar Farms products - they have great meat free barbecus riblets, "chicken" nuggets, and veggie burgers that we eat about 3 times a week for the protein.. The other nights we eat all…

Yes, it makes a little bit of a mess but it's worth it. Love 'em!

I don't have any suggestions for you, sorry, but I am interested to see what people say too. My problem is my lower abs as well (baby belly) but I have had 2 and they were both C Sections so there is quite a bit of excess "hanging around" HA... With being cut twice and the fact that I am somewhat disabled and excercise is…

Worked out 6 days this week? - that's impressive! I would have passed out long before now!

That is so great! I love to hear about your progress..

Thanks for all your input... Now if I can just stay away from the salt and vinegar, I'll be OK.. HAHAHA Your comments have really encouraged me and now I know I am totally not alone in this.. And I will try the water idea to flush some of this out.. Too bad my desk is not closer to the ladie's room.. HAHA Thanks again!

Well, this obviously is not the kind of advice you are asking for, but I am 45 and had a tubal ligation last summer.. Perfect!!

Now that's a great idea!

wonderful!!