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Does having a dog make/keep you more active?
Our family is getting a puppy this Summer and I am really hoping that it will have a positive impact on the entire family's activity level. We are pretty inactive, not couch potatoes by any means, but when we are inside we are definitely on devices. I am having fantasies of long walks outside with the dog and overall being…
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What curbs your cravings?
I know for me, there are a few things that work well most of the time, but I'm always looking for new and creative ways... I LOVE sparkling water (seltzer, club soda, etc.) with a little fresh lime squeezed in Unsweetened Iced Tea with fresh lemon Hot tea (Earl Grey and Mandarin orange are my favorites) Decaf coffee (hot…
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What was your rock bottom?
Mine happened just after the holidays when I was 39. I was about 220 pounds, the heaviest I had ever been. I had two amazing kids, a great husband, and just felt awful. My feet ached every morning when I got out of bed, I had anxiety that was getting worse, which included physical symptoms like chest pain, nausea, and…
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Overeaters Anonymous
For those of you who go/have been to meetings, what is it like? There is one near me and I am thinking about it but not sure what the experience is like.
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What Kind of Kitchen Scale to buy?
I've looked on line and there are some that are flat, and some with plastic cups. Which one do you have and why did you choose it? What do you use it for? Portion control? Just curious how useful it will be. Thanks :)
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Slow and Steady
Hi all. I just wanted to post this to motivate those who are feeling impatient. I joined MFP 4 1/2 weeks ago and have lost 11 pounds. At the same time I joined MFP, my good friend started the Dukan Diet. On this diet you eat LOTS of protein, fresh veggies and then eventually work back in "regular" foods. Anyway, many who…
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30 Day Shred! Calories Burned?
Hello all! I just did level one of the 30 day shred for the first time. I went to log it in and it isn't listed. Anu idea how many calories are burned? I definitely sweated way more than I do just on the treadmill :)
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Staying on track at Disney??
HELP! We are headed to WDW at the end of February for 5 days and I am freaking out about how I will manage. We are not buying the Disney meal plan which will hopefully help me not feel like I have to eat since I paid for it. Any tips or advice? I think I am the most worried about not having nutritional info for the foods…
