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Size...it is just a reference number
I have posted replies to some topics in the past about how the sizing of woman's clothing here in the US is all just a reference number. That when shopping we should just consider it a place to start trying on clothing -- by itself the number is NOT a reflection of us. Well I got a real test of this this weekend. I decided…
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My one year Anniversary
Today is my one year anniversary with MFP. I am down 22.1 pounds. And I am within 2 pounds (1.9 to be exact) of my final goal. I have dropped from 152 lbs to 130, a size 12 in slacks to a size 4. But more importantly, I am healthier and happier, and I feel tons better. My blood pressure is lower, and even though I still…
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Low BMR, but MFP recommends 1200 minimum?
My mom is new to MFP and has a question so I am helping out and posting this for her: She is 5’ 2", weighs 122. Her goal is 110. When we entered her info at Christmas, MPF suggested the usual minimum of 1200. But she finds that to be way too much food even when she exercises, unless she "pigs out on sweets" (her term…
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Walking with weights
I am planning on changing up my walking regime by adding ankle weights. My Doctor has recommended this for me as I have oestopina. This is a way to build bone that fits into my life because I already walk as part of my exercise. However, I can't seem to figure out how to add this to my exercise chart. I know that I need to…
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Half way There!
I debated about posting this since compared to many I don't have much to loose -- 25 lbs total. But it wasn't the amount that spurred me to do this. In fact I have kept it rather quiet because most that I have told react immediatly with "You look fine!". It wasn't even the fact that my BMI had slipped into the "Overweight…
