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FIT BIT Friends?!
Just got my new pink FIT BIT Ultra for Christmas from hubby. Still trying to hook it up and figure it out... in the meantime would love new friends :) Add me! http://www.fitbit.com/user/23WR2K
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- 43 lbs almost halfway there!
So it's been 332 days since I started MFP and I have gone from 278 lbs to just 235 lbs. I have dropped atleast 2-3 jeans sizes (havent shopped much for new clothes so not exactly sure) Lost over 20 inches all over my body and have gained a whole new self confidence. I am feeling great! All with just counting my calories,…
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Halfway there! With pics!
At 278 lbs I decided it was time to change my life. It's a long story but basically with just counting my calories daily (thanks to my love, Myfitnesspal) and with some exercise at the gym.... I have lost 41 lbs. My husband jumped on board and is also down 40 lbs. Here are just a few before and after pics :) Needless to…
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231 Days In.... with picture!
Just wanted to remind you all to keep going. Being 231 days in I have felt like some days all this hard work and effort has not paid off exactly the way I wanted it to. When the scale doesn't move you automatically may feel dissapointed, like you are not doing something right, or working as hard as you should. But it's…
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6 Month Progress with Pics!
I am currently celebrating my 6 month anniversary and am down 34 lbs. Never thought it would make such a difference! Here are just a few quick facts. Feel free to add me for extra friendship, motivation, and inspiration <3 My New Year's resolution was to double what I lost in the past 6 months; so this year I will lose 66…
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May I Share Your Story?
I recently started a Weight loss page on Facebook to inspire and motivate others... There is nothing I like more than looking through people's before and after pictures and hearing their stories. It is what keeps me going every day and reminds me that this journey I am on is not impossible. If you are interested in sharing…
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THANKSGIVING DINNER
Thanksgiving is JUST around the corner. One of my favorite days of the year. Where I can fill up on 2 humongous plates of the usual; turkey, stuffing, corn, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, and of course pumpkin pie & vanilla iced cream. But today on Pinterest I found an AWESOME guide from Health Magazine that gives some…
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Progree Pictures
I thought it would be inspirational if we all shared our progress pictures. From when you started until now & how far you have come in this challenge. Just 130 days ago I weighed in at 277 and was wearing a size 24 and XXL in shirts. Today I am down to 252. Can fit into a size 20. And size XL shirts (even in the juniors…
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First 25 lb Loss - picture heavy.
So I started my journey 4 months ago at 277 lbs. I currently weigh in at 252. I am short - 5'4'' and started around size 24 jeans and 3xl shirt. Currently fit in size 18/20 jeans and depending on where/what can fit into a size L or XL shirt. I also have a terminally ill disease - cystic fibrosis and I want to be a mom so…
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WHEY PROTEIN?
WHEY PROTEIN? Was thinking of getting a protein powder to make shakes in the morning for breakfast or when I am on the go? What is the best for someone trying to lose weight & not necessarily for exercise. Because when I checked the can out it said to use "After Exercise" but can it be taken daily as just a supplement &…
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First time Jogger at 270 lbs
So....... I've always "wanted" to be a jogger. When I see them on the sidewalks, I almost envy them. I think it is great for your body, your healthy, your mind - I have just always been "too big" Recently I have turned my sick addiction of reality tv into watching The Biggest Loser, Extreme Weightloss, and other shows that…
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What Is Your Goal ?
So my goal from now until December is............. To lose 25 lbs. I think that is fair. SW 274 CW 258 GW 174 I have lost 15 lbs in 77 days and would love to get under 250 - closer to 230 - so 25 lbs will bring me to 238.
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Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition Fans!!!
If you are like me than you love CHRIS POWELL from Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition on ABC Sunday nights. So I just wanted to share one of the most important things that have happened to me on my weight loss journey thus far. He has been such an inspiration to me, sometimes when I am in the gym or about to make a bad…
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Food / Calorie Suggestions please.
Good morning ~ happy Monday. I am taking suggestions and looking for some feed back; so I have made my diary public. I lost 9 lbs in the first 3 weeks then plateaud for about 5 then currently just lost 6 lbs in 2 weeks. So it has not been a steady weight loss each week. It's been very up & down..... Here are some stats: I…
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I have CF & stool blockage - weightloss plateau?
So - I was hoping that I would not have to make this post, but I was currently on a 5 week plateau. And considering I am only 56 days in and have lost only 10 lbs I thought I should ask.... I have cystic fibrosis. It's a terminally ill disease. Which most people relate only to the respiratory aspect of it. A lot of people…
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Chocolate shocker!
So.... I have recently increased my calories per advice of everyone on here, "eat more - lose more" & so I went from 1300 calories per day to 1800. I am REALLY really having trouble finding things to eat to get up my cals. I am also on day 5 of drinking only water ( 7 days straight ) because I hate hate hate water & I…
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Share Your Recipe!
Share your pictures and or recipes of your favorite foods and meals! Some of my helpful tips - I swapped out chips & dip for 100 calorie pack chocolate covered pretzels & fresh fruit. I also swapped out using as much salad (lettuces) for more green leafy spinach and herbs. I also stopped buying anything that had to go in…
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Already a Plateau? Need help!
So.... today is officially day 35 for me and I have already hit a plateau?! Any HELPFUL positive advice please..... Here are some statistics about me :) Starting weight 274 and current weight is 265 (which Im stuck at) - Lost 9 lbs so far but nothing lost in the last 3 weeks - My BMR came up at 1,907 calories per day. And…
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Only 500 calories a day.
So today on facebook - a friend messaged me and this is what it said.... lol "When i was in miami i was doing this thing called medi weight loss there is one in billerica it cost like 280 to start and every week you go you hve to pay 70 for the shot but its a 500 calorie diet i lost 60lb in 4 months i just started working…
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Biggest Fear : Losing all the weight & having loose skin!
So... I guess my biggest fear is that I am going to shed 65-100lbs (maybe more) and have all that loose, flappy, skin :( Is there anyone here who either lost a lot of weight that has that problem? And what are your options now to do about it? Or someone who had the same worry as me, but worked hard to make that not happen,…
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Ab work outs at 270 lbs before weight loss?
Question- Just wondering if there are any benefits to doing any ab work outs now at 270 lbs. Like sit ups and crunches, before all the weight has come off ? I recently pulled a muscle in my butt/thigh and need some alternative work outs until its healed. I have been doing stuff with my arms - but what about my abs lol All…
