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Prednisone and Weight Loss?
Hello MFP friends! I've lost 70 lbs in the last 18 months by using portion control and increasing my activity. At 34 my health hasn't been great and I want to continue losing weight to improve my health. It's been difficult this last year as I have had to deal with a serious lung disease. I had to have part of my lung…
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Pregnancy and weight loss/nutrition
Hey friends I am six weeks pregnant with our first. I weighed 300lb when Starting mfp and got down to 210. I started gaining after I got married due to the birth control hormones and depression and anxiety. I now weigh 259lbs. Decided to stop bc a couple months ago so that I could focus on getting back on track. So now Im…
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Graduation pics! Me minus 75lbs
Graduated from college last week and the pics say it all! 290lbs at a debate tournament Last week at 225 lbs
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Tube Top Dress NSV
Went shopping at Ross yesterday and saw THE most amazing dress ever for $5!!! It's a black/bright floral pattern tube top dress. Since the dress was so cheap I bought a cute knit cropped open cardigan to wear over the top of it to hide my fatty arms/shoulders. Wore the dress tonight with some friends and realized that I…
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Tips for trail running? I'm starting out. :)
Hello MFP friends! In the last year I have lost 70 pounds. All I did was eat less and hike. I currently eat between 1300 and 1500 calories a day and I hike 12-16 miles a week. Today I ran about half a mile at the end of my hike. I would love to start trail running. Any tips for a beginner would be great. Shoes, training,…
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Thinking about increasing my calorie intake?
So I just graduated and I started my first Medical Assisting job last week. Today I weighed in and I've lost 5lbs. I am on my feet for about 7 hours during the workday. Should I increase my calories? Or just enjoy the loss? I currently eat between 1300 and 1500 calories a day and I hike 12 -16 miles a week.
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Bathing suit shopping! (pics)
I have lost 63 pounds and I can't believe that's ME in a swim suit! :happy: Before 288 lbs Now 225 lbs
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Me---minus 58lbs! size 24 to 16 (with pics)
I went shopping with some girlfriends today and I tried on a cute pair of size 16 skinny jeans, and they fit perfectly! I started my weight loss journey about 9 months ago and have lost 58 pounds. I am still not where I want to be so I am still moving forward and losing weight. I am currently 230lbs and my goal is…
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Scrubs NSV! :)
I am currently in a medical assisting program at school and have to wear scrubs everyday. I will be graduating in May, but since September 20th when I started the program I have dropped several scrub sizes! I went from a 2X to a L in tops, and a 1X to a M in bottoms! I bought two new pairs of scrubs this morning. :happy:
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Protein Shakes for Lunch?
Hey all, My name is Sara. I have lost 55 pounds since last April. I didn't exercise as much then, but I was still dropping 3lbs a week. Now I'm at a standstill. I skip lunch because I never have time for it. I am a busy medical assisting student and am a full time CNA. My roommate has suggest adding a protein shake to…
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50 pounds down (pics)
I started my weight loss journey last May and have lost 50 big ones! So excited to lost more! Merry Christmas to me. LOL. Only have about 60 more to go. May, 2011 at 288 pounds December, 2011 at 238
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Bloomsday 12k run/walk Spokane, WA
Hey all, Since I've started my weight loss journey I have come to enjoy long walks and hikes. The first Sunday in May we have a huge race here in Spokane. Just wondering if there are any of you going to do bloomsday, or have done it in the past. I am looking for any tips you might have. I am also looking for a training…
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43 pounds down!!!
Tue 10/18/11 10:58 PM I went to a clothing exchange with some friends today and decided to try on this dress. I bought it.....I can't believe I can fit in it!!!! 43 pounds down and I went from a 3X to a 1X :happy:
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Is that actually me?
I went to a clothing exchange with some friends today and decided to try on this dress. I bought it.....I can't believe I can fit in it!!!! 43 pounds down and I went from a 3X to a 1X :happy:
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HUGE Workout NSV
I live in Spokane, Washington on the lower part of a hillside area called the South Hill. During my normal walk I decided to push myself a little farther than normal. I live on 10th ave, during my usuall route I go down to 4th ave and do a big loop up to 14th and then back down to 10th where I live. (it's important to know…
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Lost 5 pounds this week
Hey all, I have lost 5 pounds this week. Usually I only lose 2 pounds a week. I eat 1480 calories a day without exercise, and no more than 1700 with exercise. My mom told me I was losing too fast. But I haven't changed anything. What do you all think?
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My first 30 pounds gone! (with pics)
Decided to post some pics. So far I have lost 30 pounds and still going. :happy: BEFORE: Current:
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25 down, with pics!
Went to my friends wedding today in this SIZE 18 DRESS!!!!! I can actually see a difference! :happy: /Users/rachel/Desktop/3298364_474.jpg (before at 288) /Users/rachel/Desktop/260273_252461224767761_100000116570974_1313181_978432_n.jpg (now at 263)
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Shockers! *GASP* :O
Before using my fitness pal I never paid attention to what I was eating.....now, I log EVERYTHING. Today as I was eating my lunch, I was logging it too....a grilled chicken breast, baby carrots, and some Albertsons macaroni salad. The shocker? Dun....dun...dun...the macaroni salad....one serving = 1 cup = 600 calories!!!!…
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NSV!!! Gotta go belt shopping!
Went to put my favorite pair of skinny jeans this morning and they were super loose! I don't own a belt, cause I've never needed one, so I used one of my scarves as a belt. LOL. :laugh: I guess it's time to go shopping for some cute belts. :happy:
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Not really new......just getting back into the swing of thin
Hello, My name is Sara. I am 22 and a student at Spokane Community College, in Spokane, Wa. I have been over weight for most of my life. I first joined myfitnesspal last January. I lost 16 pounds......then my computer went kaput and I didn't really have any other resources. My friend gave me her old desktop computer…
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Active Outside Summer Activities!
Hello MFP Friends! I thought since summer is around the corner it would be fun to share our favorite active summer activities. So whats your favorite outdoor activity and a new activity you'd like to try? I LOVE kayaking! I would someday like to go on a backpacking trip in British Columbia! :)
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What are some of your recent motivaters?
Hey all! I went shopping with a Friend last week at the mall. She said she needed a few things from penny's. As I was talking and looking at some cute stuff I realized that I can't fit into anything in the store. My friend is a size five. I got bummed at first, but then I thought to myself, "Hey, use this! Put pictures of…
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NSV!!! :)
So I put on my Favorite pair of jeans this morning and they are super loose! And then tonight at church my friend the sound guy told me I looked good, like I was slimming down! I'm so freaking happy!!! :happy:
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Going to the movies
Hey all! I love going out to the movies with friends! But I hate the price and the unhealthiness of movie theatre snacks! Does anyone else sneak stuff in? Whats your top 5 list of sneak in snacks? I like to bring carrot and celery sticks, fruit (mostly apples, strawberries and grapes) Nuts, and Kashi crackers.:smile:
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Xbox 360 Kinect
Hey all! :smile: I just bought an Xbox 360 Elite and I am wondering how well the kinect works, as far as exercise goes? Also are there any games you like for the kinect? Do they have any fitness games?
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Tips for eating out?
Happy Wednesday! So I'm leaving for Portland, OR for the nationals college speech and debate tournament. I'm very excited because I placed first at a tourney last weekend for my persuasive speech. Even though I am excited I am worried about eating out for five days! Does anyone have some good tips for picking off of…
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Chicken Recipies? :)
Does anyone have some yummy/healthy cassarole/crockpot recipies that include chicken in them? Or just a yummy way to cook it? I am tired or boring broiled chicken breasts.
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Anyone have a favorite type of walking/hiking shoes? I'm loo
Hey everyone! I'm looking into buying some walking and hiking shoes. I am wondering what brands you all like. How are Sketchers Shape Ups for in town walking?
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Walking/Hiking buddy-Spokane, Wa
Hey Ladies! I really love walking especially when it's warm and sunny out! I am looking for a walking/hiking buddy....I live in Spokane, Wa. Message me if you would like to join me. I like Riverfront Park, Manito Park, The centennial trail, and Riverside state park @ the bowl and pitcher.
