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Need hobby ideas so won't eat
because if I have nothing to do, all I think about is food. Food makes me happy, I know that is sad but it is true. I have anxiety issues and few close friends so food is my comfort. I am not creative but need a hobby to keep me busy on weekends. I do volunteer work but I need something for my time at home. My sons no…
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Type 1 diabetics please friend me
I am a type1 diabetic on an insulin pump and CGM. Trying to lose weight again on MFP. need others who understand dieting while on insulin and the roller coaster blood sugars it causes. Determined to lose at least 50 pounds this time.
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Best workout songs
I get bored quickly and am constantly looking for new, uplifting, fast paced music to add to my exercise playlist. This is mostly for my time on the treadmill. Some of my current favorites are: Uptown Funk Overcomer Man in Motion Move Your Feet So, what songs do you have on your playlist that keep you motivated and moving?…
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Apple Watch opinions
I am getting an apple watch in July (is on backorder) Just curious if anyone has one and if so, what do you think of it as far as tracking your activity?
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Am I eating enough?
I am 5'5" tall and 202 pounds. I started MFP about a month ago and joined a gym at the same time. I have been doing 1700 calories a day and working out 4 days a week at the gym doing strength training on machines with weights for 30 minutes, then abdominal crunches, followed by 30 minutes on the treadmill with varying…
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Does strength training make u gain?
i ask this bc I started mfp 3 weeks ago. Doing 1700 calories a day. I joined a gym and go 4 days a week. I do strength training on various machines with weights, then abdominal crunches, followed by 30 minutes on the treadmill at 3.2 mph. I lost 4 pounds the first week then gained about .4 the second week and another .2…
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Stress at work
I have been dealing with a lot of stress at work lately. I am a paralegal and the 2 attorneys I work for are women. They are very demanding and I do my very best to keep up with them. I don't take breaks, except for lunch and to go to the bathroom. I have been at my job a year and a half. In Sept I complained to HR b/c one…
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My Rings are Loose again....
Was not sure where to post this, so I apologize if this is not the correct thread. Let me preface this by saying I lost weight years ago and had my engagement ring sized down b/c it kept sliding off my finger. Fast forward a few years. I gained the weight back and then some. I had to have the engagement ring cut off my…
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Refinance from h*ll
Trying to refinance our house for 2 months now. Tried to close by end of August but the bank wasn't ready. Paid $400 for an appraisal. Loan all set to close tonight at 7pm. Up until then, we were told no closing costs. Then, Friday afternoon they tell me it will be $2600, which we don't have. Then it is gonna be $400, then…
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Vacation weight gain
Just weighed in after my week long vacation in Florida with my family. Cannot believe I gained 3 pds in a week. :sad: I knew I would gain some, but wow! Trying to just jump back on the wagon. So afraid I will get off track and gain my 20 lbs back. Got 30 to go so it seems like a long ways to go. Would like to be done by my…
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NSV-a bit personal, but have to share
Just noticed today that not only did I go down a bra size (42DD) to 40D, but I had to move my 40D to the smallest hook. I guess this means I may be moving down to a 38 at some point. Some of my underwear is actually getting too big too. I have lost just shy of 25 lbs since the end of February. Got about another 40 to…
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Bathing suits for D cups
Was not sure where to post this topic. I have been trying for over a month to find a black tankini top that meets the following criteria: 1. solid black in color 2. has straps (nothing that ties around the neck or strapless) 3. fits a D cup I have literally looked everywhere. I am not small enough for a bikini, but am not…
