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Starting Again
Okay... I've been absent from taking care of myself for quite awhile now. I've gained 36 lbs from where I felt my best. MFP was the most valuable tool I ever used. A lot of the friends I had have left MFP and I'm in need of some motivation and accountability. I do KNOW how to do this I've just made the choice not to do it.…
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Failing, Falling & Crying
I've been putting off this post for awhile. I am up 18 lbs from where I want to be and 23 from my thinnest.I maintained for about 18 months. I feel defeated. I gain a few, lose a few but don't get back to where I was. I do know what to do but just can't seem to get it under control. Every day is a struggle. I complete my…
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Mind Games
Yesterday was full of bad decisions. I started the day off well with my regular oatmeal then took Mom to the doctor. On the way I wanted to stop for a McDonalds Cheeseburger. Talked to myself, said I don't need it bad decision but drove right thru and because it was breakfast still ordered a steak & cheese burrito. In that…
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Where were you at 12:12 on 12/12/12
Did you make a wish? I was at the post office putting stamps on my Christmas cards. I'm sure I looked crazy checking my phone every 10 seconds. You'll never experience today again. Make a memory! Call an old friend. Do something nice for someone you love. Do something nice for a stranger. Do an extra 12 minutes of…
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The battle within - fat cat won again today :0(
So this is how it went - I know you all do it too Circumstance: Quick lunch needed, really hot outside Options: (A)=Arby's Reuben Sandwich (Sub) Subway Turkey Sandwich (Son) Sonic Chili Cheese Dog All in my head within only a few moments "really hungry, that's my stomach growling..Mmybe Arby's they're real fast & I can eat…
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72 lbs gone - together (w/pics)
Remarkable! 1st pic - our wedding November 2010 2nd pic going to a wedding June 2012. I started in January 2011 & have lost 52 lbs. Been maintaining since November 2011. Hubby hasn't been "trying" but has been making better choices with me and has lost 20 lbs. An amazing man he is. The other day in Walmart in the cereal…
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Starting Maintenance - Any tips?
I'll make this short & sweet. I was 244 at my heaviest weight. Started MFP at 204 in January 2011. Reached my goal of 155 in November 2011. Been floating about 148 - 150 since this January with my goal set at 1/2 loss. I've been going over some days telling myself that it's ok because if I were on maintenance..... Well…
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5'10" Goal?
In November I reached my goal of 155. Been teetering around 150 since January. What's your goal? Reached it?
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Gone to far? Cleaning?
Ok, I do have OCD (really). I know it, I work on it and am getting better. Most of the time it's with things being straight or "feeling right". I don't know how to explain that part. Somedays I tie my shoes 20 times because they just don't feel right. It's sad & a little overwhelming. I clean alot, not because of germs so…
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That little black dress wasn't so little...
I've posted my success story before but I wanted to share a different comparison this time. I reached my ultimate goal in November 2011. I began at 244 lbs, I wouldn't even think about putting on a little black dress. There aren't any pics like that. In 2009 I married the most amazing man and wore my only "little black…
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Did she just say that?
Since Christmas I've been struggling with something my mom said. Someone gave me a compliment, saying look at you all skinny. My mom said, well she doesn't need to lose anymore, she looks too thin, when she gets too thin, she looks old and her face looks saggy. Others chimed in that I look great. But her comment has set…
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GOAL! I DID IT!
GOAL! GOAL! GOAL! TODAY 155.2! GOAL! GOAL! GOAL! DING, DING, DING - BAM! BAM! BAM! Truly started this journey not confident it would work for me. I cried when i got on the scale. Nothing feels like this! Thanks MFP friends for all of your support. I know it has made this journey not only easier but fun. 244 =====> 155!…
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How long does it take?
How long do you think it takes for a REALLY bad day to catch up to you? I mean scale-wise? Do you think one day will make a difference? Yesterday was incredibly stressful and I had a pissy, WTHeck attitude. At mid-day I just said whatever! just eat. Not a good decision I know but after getting so far into negative calories…
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How do I log?
Today I added abut 20 minutes of arm work using 3 lb weights to tone my arms. I added it for strength but I'm not sure how to log it. I did alot but no specific routine or lifts. I don't have an HRM. Any thoughts?
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Scale-aholic challenge
Hi Everyone, My name is Cathy & I am a scale-aholic. I weigh myself daily, every morning just before my shower. Just do? So my goal/commitment this week is NOT to weigh until Saturday. I'm going to do all the right things & focus on living instead of the scale. I realized today that somedays it starts may day off…
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Winter Coats NSV!!!
NSV!!! Today I decided to try on my winter coats that I've had for several years. As I was putting them on I thought "they can't be that big". I am happy to say that I need to get new coats. I am swimming in them. Truly would look awful if I wore them. A leather one that was always snug on me was lapping over by about 6…
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My story w/pics
Like many others I was waiting to post after I got to my goal but I am 10 lbs away & while looking at my MFP pics decided I'd share my journey (so far). I was skinny as a rail until I had my first child at 19. After that I teetered and really didn't struggle much afterall, I had a little one to chase around. In 1989 I had…
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They noticed NSV
I went to my Mom's this weekend and saw several friends on Friday night that I haven't seen since I began my journey on January 10th. They all said how great I looked and how healthy I looked. Then on Friday I saw my brother and the first thing he said was wow, you've lost alot of weight. Then my nephews (both of them)…
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Premarin??? Effects???
About a week ago I started using a premarin cream for some scarring (down there). Since then I have gained FOUR lbs. My feet yesterday were swollen like when I was pregnant. I feel sooo puffy and my lower stomach is aching. Any experience?? Ideas? I have to do it for a month. If this keeps up there is no way. Help
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How important is it?
How important do you think it is to rest a few days a week from exercise? I always feel guilty when I don't and I miss it. Any thoughts?
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Pizza... Ugh!
I've really been making good choices for 6 months... hardly ever totally fall off course. But today... OMGoodness! Went to a sales meeting & they served pizza for lunch. I know better, really I do but after 2 slices the girl walked around trying to get rid of the last few pieces "I" took one. WTH? I regretted it as soon as…
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Best Advice Ever??
I was reading a post from a new MFP. It made me think about what advice I could give. What words of wisdom or advice would you give someone who is struggling with where they are or just starting on this journey? Me: You can do this.... one bite, one meal, one day at a time
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Missouri?
Just wondering how many of us are from Missouri? It's a great place to live. In the middle of it all. You can find city life as well as, very country life. I haven't lived here all my life but have been living in Missouri since 1992. I wouldn't trade for California ever again. Missouri has strong morals and interesting…
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Woohoo I am NORMAL
Finally I reached the recommended normal weight for my height. I never thought it possible. By .2 lbs. A win is a win. I'm going to keep going for a bit because I'd like to be in the middle of that range. That means about 20 more lbs but I am completely confident I can do that. It's great to be normal. LOL Not that the…
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No Butt! Seriously
Ok... I know this is complaining and that not everyone has the same issues. I have no butt! Seriously, my butt is flatter than a pancake. If we could just turn the bottom half around loll. Since I've lost some weight I am setting directly on my butt bones. It hurts, it's like setting on your elbows. I still want to lose 10…
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Before & Now
I've struggled w/ my weight since I had my kids. Back & forth, back & forth. Tried this & that, this & that. MFP is sooo working for me. Support, accountability (to myself) & visual reminders of what I'm putting in my body. If you are new here - DON'T GIVE UP - Commit to logging everyday no matter what you eat - Live in…
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Help - Pics?
How do you put your pics on here? I have before and now photos that I'd like to share. Thanks for helping me!
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Eliptical? Thoughts
I'm looking to buy an eliptical (sp?) machine. My doc says for me this is a much better choice than the treadmil. I don't want to spend a lot and am not sure what I should be looking for in the machine. I thought I'd check out Craig's List? Any thoughts? Ideas? Opinions?
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I did it!
I set my first goal out a ways so I would have plenty of time to reach it. But I made it! Early! I am amazed at how strong I feel, how successful I feel. I am excited to exercise each day... it leaves me with a sense of peace and a much better attitude. Even the days where I need a crane to get my @ss off the couch are…
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Chili cook-off! tomorrow!
We've had a chili cook-off at work scheduled/rescheduled but the time is upon me and I have no clue. Usually I make chili like my mom's but.... I'd like to make something healthy and easy. Any amazing ideas?
