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How long has your knee replacement lasted?
I am 51. Just saw my surgeon yesterday. I have bad osteoarthritis in my knee, it's bone to bone on the inside of the knee, the outside of the knee joint is covered in arthritis, there is a lump of bone growing behind the knee (not the patella, the back of the knee) so I can't straighten my knee and the whole knee is…
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Dukan Diet - Oat Bran HELP!
Hi, I am seriously thinking of starting the Dukan diet and want to know if anyone knows where in the UK (or online) we can get Oat Bran. The diet seems to indicate this has to be eaten "raw" i.e. off a spoon (1.5tbsp) in the first and second phase (2tbsp) of the diet as it expands so much in the stomach and helps with…
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Am I on the Scrapheap??
Married for over 30 years. Now I am not. I went to the gym 18 months ago. Lost all this weight. Changed as a person (apparently!) and now I am on my own (don't blame the husband, it was not his fault...) Anyway, What do you think - AM I ON THE SCRAP HEAP NOW? Is there any hope for me? Of course there is. I am embracing my…
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In the 12s!!!
I have had a great 18months. Lost all this weight and regained my life! I used to be size 28 and now I can wear size 12 (but mostly size 14!). Also, cos I am British and measure weight in stones, I wanted to get out of the TEENS, and yesterday I did it! My weight now begins with a 12stone (and 13lb)!! WooHoo. For you…
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Have you lost a lot? I need your advice!
Hi, I have lost over 8 stone (112lb or 51kg) in the last 12 months and am now finding myself looking at my face (on the left in these pics) and wondering if I need to put a stone (14lb) back on - the pic in the right is heavier but I look so much healthier in my opinion. I still want to lose another stone over this next…
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I Did It! I hit my GOAL!!! Lots of pics!
I apologise for the length of this, it's quite a long story, but you will be rewarded with pictures at the end! It's taken just over a year, but I made my Goal! I lost 112lb (UK 8 stone) and I guess you are reading this because you think I hold the answer or the secret to success? I don't! But what I do have is my…
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In your 50s with a knee replacement in last 5 yrs?
I am 51. Just saw my surgeon today. I have bad osteoarthritis in my knee, it's bone to bone on the inside of the knee, the outside of the knee joint is covered in arthritis, there is a lump of bone growing behind the knee (not the patella, the back of the knee) so I can't straighten my knee and the whole knee is generally…
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NSV! - I am starting to believe it!
For Christmas I received a (UK) size 16 piece of clothing which is made of satin so has no stretch at all. In January this year I was a size 28. I looked at it and thought it would be nice to wear it when I get to a comfortable size 16. BUT it fits! and in all the right places. I am slowly beginning to believe the mirror…
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10 months, 1 trainer & over 200 visits to the gym.....
10 months, 1 personal trainer and over 200 gym visits...... See my previous blogs for the whole story. If you can't, then message me and I will try to open them. The Title says it all really. These pics are a culmination of the last 10 months of sustained effort. I am proof that literally most people can eventually get…
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Famous for a day
I am off to London today for a photo shoot. Its a prize in a competition I won. Visit LA Fitness UK Facebook page and you will see me there for a little while. Just wanted to share I am a little bit excited! When you weigh(ed) 297lb this day is one I never imagined would be happening to me!…
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I'm going to be a Facebook Cover Star!
I entered a national competition at my gym (LA Fitness, UK) which has 80 sites in the country, and I won! They have chosen ME to be their cover star for their Facebook page in December! WoW. They said my weightloss and body change was inspirational and I would look fabulous on their Facebook page for the month. I haven't…
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When do I stop calling myself "BIG"??
:happy: Just a thought, I still refer to myself as a big girl. I am still overweight but when I see photos I can see I look more "normal" sized. When can I stop referring to BIG?? :smile:
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SEVEN STONE in 10 months (98lb or 44kg) PIX
In January I was in pain, contemplating using crutches or wheelchair to get around, unhealthy and uncomfortable. I have not finished my journey yet, but yesterday celebrated losing all this weight and reaching the end of my "Phase 2" goal. My next goal is another 14lb by the New Year and after that continue my fitness,…
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NSV heart rate!
In the words of my doctor - you have the resting heart rate of a super-athlete. He put a thingy on my finger which measured it: 45bpm. I am impressed with myself! Shame I haven't got the body to go with it! LOL :laugh:
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I am waiting for a certain NSV!
Yes, I am going to admit it - I am shallow and vain - I am just waiting for some random bloke driving past to TOOT me! It doesn't define me and what I think about myself, but in my mind I think that having this happen will finally make me realise I have made such a difference to myself and that someone who doesn't know me…
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5 sizes down!
I started in January 2012 and have lost 81lb since then, by eating clean(er) and weightlifting. I just wanted to share. I have never posted pics before, so hope these come out okay!
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Primal / Paleo - thoughts please!
Hi I want to lose about another 28lb in the next 60 days. As you can see by my ticker I have been somewhat successful in weightloss so far, but November 5th is my birthday AND is my target date. I am thinking the paleo/primal diet will get this weight off quickly?? I am eating reasonably clean already, although I am not…
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148 days - 56lb lost. My story so far
When I decided to start my journey, I began writing emails to myself from work to put down my thoughts for the day. I wanted to be able to look back and see what influences in my life were affecting my weight loss. I gave myself 148 days in which I was going to do my best whatever happened, that way any failure was not…
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Sort of success! But my face is getting baggy! HELP!
Hi, I have lost this weight since Jan 2012 and have noticed that my usually youthful (full) face is turning into a baggy face! Crinkles are coming round my eyes and bags are appearing under my eyes and my jowls feel like they are flapping! If you have lost a lot of weight did you have experience this, does it get better??…
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NSV for lady who needs knee replacement!
I had a huge NSV last night at my training session. I have been working with my PT since January 2012 and when I began my journey at that time I was severely crippled with knee pain (bone to bone) and contemplating using crutches/wheelchair to get around. My trainer and I have worked together once a week since then, with…
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I need men!
I have loads of MFP pals, but mostly women. It would be nice to have a few more men supporting me, especially if you are interested in lifting as I started lifting on 3rd Jan 2012 and have not looked back since. I have a PT once a week who is a fitness model and he certainly knows his stuff about how the body works and has…
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I broke the 100kg barrier!
AT LAST! MY WEIGHT IS IN DOUBLE FIGURES!!! Yay, I broke the 100kg boundary - I don't mind saying I am now 98kg! WOO HOO! Yay for me......lol lol
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Lost 75lb - baggy face!
Hi, I have lost this weight since Jan 2012 and have noticed that my usually youthful (full) face is turning into a baggy face! Crinkles and bags are appearing under my eyes and my jowls are flapping! If you have lost a lot of weight did you have experience this, does it get better?? Apart from this I feel great! :sad:
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I don't care about the scale any more!
Just got through a 10 week (yes 10 WEEKS) plateau with a 13lb loss in the last weigh in. Finally, I am on the road again. Didn't lose hope because I now look at the numbers on the scale as a guide - not my lifeline. During the plateau I lost 6.5% body fat, that's why I don't care about the scale anymore
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Looking for fitness friends
Hi, I have lost 56lb since January 2012 and am looking for new buddies to help me lose another 56lb by November this year! I am interested in lifting and moulding my body to the lean fit machine I now know I want. I have a long way to go so would appreciate people who can encourage me and would like the occasional…
