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Small private group for people weighing 200+ pounds
I am one of the moderators of a long running, small, private support group for people that weigh or have weighed over 200 pounds. The group has been operating on MFP for over 4 years. We are looking for a few, new members that want support from others that can understand the challenges of losing weight when obese. Our…
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Support group for people 200+ pounds
My well established, closed group is opening up for new members. We have a new 6 week challenge beginning this weekend - we are debating whether to do an exercise time challenge vs ave a number of steps per day vs accountability partners. The group has been going strong for about 3 years. Some of us have successfully made…
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Help deciding to run 1/2 marathon
Okay everyone - this weekend is decision time. I need help to decide on committing to run the Detroit 1/2 marathon in Oct. It's something I really want to do but next year may be better - being at my goal weight (43 more pounds to lose) would be better on the knees and I've heard that people don't lose much while training.…
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9 months and 53 pounds down
Several friends have requested progress pictures: On a trip to Hawaii, I was fatigued and depressed. I complained about walking a half mile. Here's a picture in the same outfit when I was down 42 pounds... Fitness - I can now run 6 miles, bike for an hour and spend an hour a week lifting light weights. I'm much happier and…
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10 things the weight-loss industry wont tell you
I ran across this article today and thought I'd share. http://www.smartmoney.com/spending/deals/10-things-the-weight-loss-industry-wont-tell-you-13677/?page=all
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25 ways to get fit for $25 or less
I ran across this article and thought others might enjoy it. http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/articles_print.asp?id=1162