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How do you juggle weight loss with everything else?
I have over 100lbs to lose. I work full time and have a young family. We have so much to do around the house, extra curricular activities, full time work, paperwork (perosnal and for work) as well as the day to day stuff like shopping, cooking & cleaning. Some nights I don't get to sit down until 22:00. How do you all fit…
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142lbs to shift - excercises to avoid saggy skin??
Hi I currently weigh 282lbs....never been this heavy before. I would like advice on what is suitable exercise to start with and what is good for toning during the weight loss journey? Anyone managed to shift 100+ lbs and avoid saggy skin? Would love to know your tips! Thanks in advance!
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Can you relate? Shall we work together?
If so join me! Wonder of others go through the same thing also. I've not been very motivated for a few months now. So much so that I have let everything go - from house work to healthy eating! Even losing control of admin and finance. It would be great to have people who can help me get back on track with everything. I am…
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Be honest!
Well we are nearing the New Year again and I am at my heaviest weight AGAIN! I have been trying to lose weight for over 10 years now since having my children. I really don't know why I can't stick to it!? I have never reached goal but have managed to lose in excess of 50lbs when on a roll (a few years back). I do have a…
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Please say it gets more easier and enjoyable!
I weigh 256lbs = 18st 4lbs (was 271lbs = 19st 5lbs) and I have to admit I am not enjoying exercising at this weight. I do remember loving exercise when I was lighter in previous years. Just wondered when did it get easier and more enjoyable for you? Thanks in advance!
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How long did it take you to lose 50lbs?
Hi all....I started at 19st 5lbs (271lbs) and am currently 18st 5lbs (257lbs). I would like to lose another 50lbs, how long did it take you? What really helped your progress? Overall I want to lose 100lbs but will be happy to bag my first 50! I have a long journey...but it needs to be done.
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Lots to loose!
Hi I have around 125lbs to loose - I am from the UK weighing in at 19st 5lbs. I really need someone to support and guide me daily - who understands this torture of yo yo dieting and cravings! Honestly my diet has been shocking recently and I start off well then it all goes downhill. It's become quite intense - it's all I…
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30 Day Shred...what's your experience?
Hi all I am doing 30 day shred and wondered has it worked for you? Or are u currently doing it too? Have you lost weight? Has it helped you tone up? I am on day 6...plan to do 10 days on each level. Thanks in advance.
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Advice for someone who has 125lbs to lose!
What are your top tips for staying on track over a long period of time? What is the best exercises when heavier and any beauty care or techniques which help you with preventing loose skin. And what has been the best thing about being slimmer? Thanks in advance!!
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Low calorie Starbucks options - what's your brew?
I am off too Starbucks tomorrow....what is a nice low calorie drink? I love coffee...usually have a skinny vanilla latte at Costa, but I fancy trying something new - so inspire me!. I'm in the UK by the way - thanks in advance!
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Does your job contribute to your weight gain?
Hi all, does anyone feel their job contributes to their weight gain? I teach however I am a lone worker so I find I don't eat at set times but end up eating lots when really hungry and if I find I've had a bad day I end up reaching for sugary foods! How do you manage your eating and exercise alongside your demanding jobs?…
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What motivates you to exercise?
I have gained so much in the last year...feel so heavy. I have no motivation these days...So how did you get yourself out there exercising? What types of exercises do you do, especially when weighing around 263lbs. When did you start to see the benefits? When I was lighter I used to jog lots....its been a while. I would lo…
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MFP food diary...help!??
Hiya when I press the blue bar to get a summary of my day at the end of my food diary it used to give me an indication of what my weight would be in 5 weeks time...It has stopped doing that...how do I get it to do that again please? Thanks in advance!
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Pros and cons for the Cambridge diet...
I have a friend who is doing a maxi get on it. I am seriously struggling to get motivated a day would also like to achieve fab results (have lost motivation as have been dieting here and there for years - novelty has worn off!). I am now heavier than I have ever been before...so what are the benefits and drawbacks to this…
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Tired of dieting...trying to make it a lifestyle
Hi all...I am tired of dieting and have now reached the point where it does not excite me to start a new plan or exercise regime. I do really well then gain even more than when I started! I would love to hear your success stories and what generally works for you. I think I need to go to bootcamp for a year...stepping away…
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Ditching the scales for a while....
has anyone else done this. If so, did it help your weight loss? I find I get obsessed with the scales, a slight gain and the day goes to pot! So I am thinking of hiding the scales and weighing in every 6-8 weeks instead or perhaps only during Easter, start of summer holidays, Halloween and Christmas time only...that's if I…
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Weight gain...but why??
Hi all, I am feeling hugely frustrated. I have exercised and kept within my food calorie allowance but seem to be gaining weight...could it be muscle (been doing 30day shred)? Do I need to cut carbs out completely? I used to lose weight so quickly before...its been a struggle this time. I wonder if I've messed up my…
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Oh what does one eat??
Hi all, I have not eaten yet. I have no idea what to make...when one is as heavy as me it's hard to know what is okay to eat...when I see myself in the mirror I think I shouldn't eat at all! I have 12th bs to lose...would love to hear what your meal plans are for the day! Thanks in advance ☺ x
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How much have you lost in 6 weeks?
Just wondered how many lbs people have managed to lose in 6 weeks....off to a wedding in September and would love to lose 14lbs...my friend is aiming for 42lbs. ...is that possible??
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Need to start asap...anyone fancy joining me complete the 30 day shred?
Hi all, I am live in the UK and have started my diet (yesterday). I need to lose 123lbs...and need to exercise also. I have managed to get to day 9 of 30 day shred but could do with completing the programme...anyone fancy joining me? We can report back daily once we have completed our session - hopefully motivating us to…
