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Feeling Empowered by Getting Back on Track
It’s never to late to get back on track! Had VSG 4 years ago and maintained an 80 lb. loss for two years, then gradually put back on 32lbs through bad habits again (carbs, sugar, slider foods, etc). Started the 5 Day Pouch Test yesterday and already feel so much better and back in touch with my pouch. Looking forward to…
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Week #11 - Monday, April 11th - Family Detour
This is a late but quick entry. My mother had a serious fall and had to have a complete shoulder replacement. I drove 20 hours through snow, sleet and rain the entire way to see her. It has been an exhausting trip, but I'm glad to be here now to help out. Much work to do in the next few days to help out my dad at home and…
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Week #10 Monday, April 4th
Sorry for the delayed start to the week. I am traveling and on a cross country trip from Boston to Los Angeles. I've been slipping this week and while I am happy about this trip, I will Be glad to get back to training on Saturday. I'm kicking my workouts and diet up a notch over the next two weeks to see what I can…
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Week #9 - Monday March 28th - It's Never Too Late
Hi everyone! Sorry for the delayed start to the week. It was a crazy day and weekend with the Easter holiday. I am seriously off track with eating and indulging my sweet tooth. But it has to end, like now!! Good thing is that I got all the crap out of my house. Gave away leftover Easter breads and desserts tonight and am…
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Week #8 - Monday, March 21 - Making Progess
Hello fitness goal achievers! Thanks for all the great posts last week. Everything you all said is so true! And we are making progress, regardless of the little slips or moments of doubt. There is more than the number on the scale to show ones progress. For me, I am much more active, stronger, have more energy and can move…
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Week #7 - Monday, March 14th - It's Monday Again?
Hi everyone. I'm behind today on many things and realized I hadn't started our thread for this week! Forgive me. I am completely wrapped up in many distresses and distractions that fall into the "life happens" and "sometimes it really sucks to be me" category. Major job change, major construction project, a legal battle…
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CAUTION: Construction Zone!
Hello all! I can't believe it is almost the weekend. I am so close to finishing a basement remodeling project and can't wait until it is over, but will be painting a lot. I hate my house being in such disarray as it is right now. And I'm sure my neighbors are tired of seeing all the garbage in my driveway, too. I am…
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Week #6 - Monday, March 7th - Looking Back and Looking Ahead
Wow, I can't believe this coming week is our half way mark to the original 12 week challenge! Look back on the goals you set during our introductions and week 1 thread. Are those goals still important to you? Were they ambitious, but realistic? How has each week pushing yourself forward made positive changes in your life…
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Week #5 - February 29 - Leap Into Spring!
Greetings friends! It is a sunny day here in New England and the weather harkens of Spring's renewal. I am so happy to soon bid farewell to winter. I've had a good week despite the stress of embarking on a new job search. I started walking for three miles each morning before work and then also keeping up with my gym…
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Women and Weight Lifting
Hello all! My name is Jonathan Quinn, and Elizabeth has asked me to be a contributing writer and editor for the Lean on Me group. I have been an athlete, and I have been fat; and through it all I have learned a lot about the human body and the will power of the mind. I hope to share ideas and thoughts that will challenge a…
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Breakfast Ideas - At Home and On the Go
This thread will be open to share tips and ideas for healthy breakfast. For me, I often eat breakfast at work or on the go. I have some fairly standard go to items, but tend to mix it up a bit on the weekend when I have more time to cook. I aim for high protein (20+ grams) and complex carbs with 350 calories or less.…
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Lunch That Works
As a busy professional, lunch can be a disaster if I am not prepared or thoughtful. I tend to eat a quick lunch while working at my desk and usually pack and bring my lunch and snacks to work. A few things that are helpful are having handy containers. I just bought a bento lunch box (Lifemark Labs) and a set of sectioned…
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Week #4 - February 22nd - Finish February Strong!
Hey lean on me gang! How was your weekend? Mine was a bit up and down but overall a success with my goals. Decent eating (not perfect as I succumbed to some cookies). Went to my very first yoga class EVER on Saturday morning and LOVED it! Heading to the gym soon for an hour on the elliptical. So what are you goals for this…
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It's 3am I must be lonely ..... and wide awake!
Early TGIF my friends! I've had a serious week from hell at work and my stress levels have been at an all time high. Even with focused attention on my eating and exercise goals, negative emotions have given me insomnia and a nice headache here in the middle of the night. So I find myself here, as I try to refocus my…
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Week #3 - Monday, February 15th - Progress and Goals Update
So we start week three on Monday. How's everybody doing? We have some new members who joined us just this last week. Tracey, Jess and our newest member Ashley. Welcome! I have to rate my progress over the last two weeks as a success, especially in the exercise department. I have been consistent in working out twice a week…
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Introduce Yourself and Share your Goals - Week #1
Hi everyone! While I'm still trying to get the hang of managing a group, I'm trying to start a thread for week 1. Hopefully, this time it works well. Thanks to Emily for introducing herself and getting us going. Whether your goal is to lose 10 pounds or 100 or whether you'd simply like to make better eating choices or…
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Friday's Coming - Are You Ready for the Weekend?
Hey Lean on Me teammates! I have really enjoyed reading all your posts on the Monday thread for this week. Seriously, we are all making progress, but have had our struggles too. Stay strong, people! Keep it going! Remember your goal that you're trying to achieve in 11 weeks (by April 24th). How will you get there? How does…
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Need Help? Join the Lean on Me Fitness Goal Achievers Group
If you need some help in setting goals and sticking to your plans, check out our community group and consider joining us. We're working on our first 12-week fitness goal for the new year (ends April 24th), but new goal setting starts every Monday. So anyone new can feel free to jump in and join us at any time.…
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Repost: 4 Steps to a Healthier Relationship with Food.
Don't know if you guys saw this, but a great blog post about food and diet. http://blog.myfitnesspal.com/4-steps-to-a-healthier-relationship-with-food/
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Why Weight Training is the Ultimate Fat Fighter!
My trainer shared this article with me this week and I've been trying to paste in here to share with all of you. No luck with the pasting, so I'm just going to type it, cause, it is seriously THAT good. I just got started with weight training (like this is week 1), but I am already obsessed with it. This article has me…
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First Fridays
Hello friends! Happy Friday! :) And this just happens to be the FIRST Friday of the month, which is an important day for me. Working with my personal trainer, he's convinced me to only weigh and measure myself once a month. So we agreed last night that I could weigh in today, but not again for another month. This is both…
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Finish Strong, Super Saturday!
Hey everybody. How's your weekend shaping up so far? I've been reading everyone's posts on our other threads and I have to say, we've had an awesome start! So as your weekend kicks off, keep focused on your plans and goals so you can finish strong, too. What's my day looking like? I have thoroughly enjoyed a lazy morning…
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Mid-Week Check In - How's everyone doing???
Hey there, Lean on Me members. How's your week going? Four more days until the end of week 1. Are you on track with your goals for the week? If not, how can you get back on track?
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Spending Your Calories
Melissa's mid week update got me to thinking. She wrote about having a not so great lunch but making and educated decision because the calorie information was posted on the menu. I have to say that I wasn't such a fan of the menu calorie notices when it first started a few years ago. However, I now find it very helpful.…
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Let's Begin! Week 1 - February 1st
Hi everyone! I hope you're ready to start February with a great new group and challenge yourself to stay committed to your goals. So let's get started. Introduce yourself. Share your personal fitness goals and what you hope to accomplish by April 24th (end of our first twelve week challenge). And be sure also share your…
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Join the Lean on Me - 12 Weeks Fitness Goal Achievers Group
Ready to start February with a new 12-week goal setting and challenge group? We'll be articulating our goals, logging daily, sharing motivation and support and seeing just what we can achieve over the next twelve weeks. Commitment and accountability are key to success, so let's get started!
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PREP WEEK!
This challenge will begin on February 1st. For me, planning ahead makes all the difference, so make this week (and weekend) count! Some things to think about to help you be successful with a new challenge: DIET/FOOD PREPARATION 1. Clean out your cupboards, fridge and freezer of all those lingering post-holiday treats. 2.…
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In the mood for a challenge?
Hello there! I had my VSG almost two years ago. I lost 76 pounds and maintained that, but need to lose considerably more. I've rekindled my motivation and have started back on my good eating and exercise plan. I started a new group for anyone who'd like to join a challenge / support group. It's called: Friends and Family…
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Getting Started - Prep Week!
This challenge will begin on February 1st. For me, planning ahead makes all the difference, so make this week (and weekend) count! Some things to think about to help you be successful with a new challenge: DIET/FOOD PREPARATION 1. Clean out your cupboards, fridge and freezer of all those lingering post-holiday treats. 2.…
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Six months post op ... Overeating again!
I am just over six months post-op with my VSG, but find that my appetite is now coming back and I am overeating and eating too fast. Of course, I feel miserable afterwards, but I am having a hard time all of a sudden staying in control of my portions. It is so weird to have done so well and now, I am prone to pushing the…
