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I know others say this, but if I can do it, so can you!!
I started on MFP last year at this time. I faithfully logged my food until November (had to take a holiday break). I was VERY disciplined. It took me about 9 months, but I lost 54 pounds just by tracking my food and logging steps with my Fitbit. Over the holidays I gained back about 7, but I have renewed my commitment and…
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Weight Loss Stopped - Why?
Feeling a bit discouraged. I lost 42 pounds between December 26 and May 26. Over the last couple of weeks, I have introduced vigorous exercise to my plan, in addition to the calorie and food plan I have been doing all along. In fact, my calorie deficit is nearly 1,500 a day. BUT, I have lost nothing for the past two weeks.…
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My Short Story
Hello - I joined MFP right around Christmas 2013. I had reached 244 pounds, and started having strange aches and pains. Decided to challenge myself and see if I could get down to 180/185 pounds. I have always been up and down with my weight, but I hate to exercise (still do) and love to eat and experiment with recipes. As…
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Sugar Question
I am one week in, and have already lost five pounds. Love that this site can give me my rules and I am taking it as a personal challenge to stay within the goals. So far it's working! I have been able to stay within my calorie count, carbs, fat, sodium, and protein very easily. The sugar goal says 34 grams though, and I…