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Hi Everyone!! New on the block!
I'm 52, been in Menopause since 2011 about 4 yrs now. No hysterectomy etc. possibly Lyme induced. Anyway, I have menopause, Hashimotos, and Neurological Lyme makes 3! Yes, I have a triple whammy! I have heart disease so I need to get this excess weight off or I will have another heart attack. I just joined Kenpo Karate…
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Now What ???
Hey everyone! I'm in a tough position right now. I have Lyme Disease and other hard medical issues which are hard to battle. The past month I've been doing great, clean diet and exercise. Losing inches and pounds slowly but surely. I've been sick the past few days, thought it was the flu at first. But no for that. Stomach…
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Slowly but surely!
Within the last 6 days I've lost 1 more pound, and a 1/2 inch more off the hips and 1/2 inch more off the thighs! I want to lose 65 pounds total and I have 61 more to go. That goal weight seems so far away, but I can't give in and fall off. I have to learn patience is a virtue, but we are spoiled in a Want It Now society.…
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Anybody getting addicted to weight lifting/boxing?
I think I found my new love! Seriously, I love weight lifting and boxing! It relieves so much stress and pressure in everyday life, and I feel great afterwards. I also started Kenpo Karate in October which I also do with it. I'm 52 I wish I would've started this years ago... but better late than never! When I go to…
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Where are your "stubborn" areas ??
Good morning! I lost 1 more pound this morning and a 1/2 more on the hips and 1/2 more on the thighs. So I've lost a total of 3 inches on my hips and 1 inch on thighs since December 29. My upper arms and calves are shrinking too, but my waist will not move. I'm doing weight training, some cardio, and Karate. Its firming a…
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Lose inches BEFORE weight?
I just started my "journey" again with MFP this past Sunday the 20th. I've noticed I already have more energy, and my pants are starting to fit a little different. I know I'm getting excited and jumping the gun but I have a little ounce of HOPE! Out of curiosity I just went on the scale this morning the weight remains the…
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FINALLY!!! Almost gave up---- 17 days and I lost 3 lbs and several inches!! :)
Hi all! It's been frustrating and I almost gave up... but I didn't. Hashimotos and Lyme fight against me, but I will win this battle slowly. Today is day 17 and the scale FINALLY moved, but I lost some inches first. Because I've been on Low Carb/High Protein with exercise and weight training!! I went into Ketosis 3 days…
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Kenpo Karate?? Long term goal of Black Belt!
Hi Everyone! Looking for some others who do Karate on their weight loss journey. I just started Kenpo 2 months ago and I'm 52 years old. I'll test for my Yellow belt in about a month. I've wanted to give up several times, cause of my medical limitations and weight gain. But with prayer and persistence I will hopefully…
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Anyone here with Hashimotos or Menopause??
Hi Everyone! Weight loss is hard enough, but it's rough struggling with physical and mental issues. I was on here last December I've gained 25 lbs since then. I have menopause, Lyme disease, Hashimotos, severe depression added to my already long list. Sometimes this weight loss seems IMPOSSIBLE with these isssues... I hope…
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Hi Everyone! I'm Back. Ready 2 lose 65 and be healthy!!
I'm back!!!! Been off of here for a year, I need the support again!! I was 160 at 5'4" last report in December and now I'm 185 and gaining steadily due to medications and health problems. I can starve and drink water and still gain weight... sad. I have Menopause, Hashimotos, and Neurological Lyme Disease with antibiotics…
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Anyone getting addicted to walking??
Good morning everyone! I started walking 6 days a week about 2 weeks ago. I usually walk outside or a track 3 miles daily plus walking around house cleaning etc. But now I feel like a "walking" Forrest Gump I want to walk all the time!! I'm looking for walking marathons to do etc. I feel so much betterincreased stamina,…
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"SECRETS" to lose large hips/butt area??
Which methods have helped to lose and firm up those problem areas? I know there are different exercises etc. but has anyone found a sure fire method? My body shape is heredity-- pear shape-- 51 yrs old and only 5'4''. HELPPPPPPP!!!!!! Thanks in advance! :happy:
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Pics of 5'4 and 115 to show me?
That's my long term goal. Started at 170 at 5'4 down to 166 now. I would love to be about 115. I would love to see some pics to get me more motivated! :happy:
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Lost 1 more pound!! I'm HAPPY!
:happy: These are small steps on this long journeybut I weighed in this morning. I felt different for some reason. Plus I was up 3x last night to the bathroom...which I NEVER do. Anyway, I lost 1 more pound as of this morning!! I'm a happy camper not only for 1 more pound---- my jeans are fitting a little more different.…
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Hurt Feelings? Anyone else? NEED ADVICE.
Hi everyone~ I'm new to the board. I decided to get healthier and lose weight due to several health problems. As of today I've lost 4 pounds and I feel GREAT! My jeans are fitting nicer and my spirits were lifted when my best friend noticed some change. I went out and celebrated today with a new cute hairstyle. But now my…
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Where do you lose weight first?
I'm on a big weight loss journey due to increase of weight and several health problems. Before when I would lose weight I lose in my stomach first then my chest area. Where I want to lose is the hips, thighs, butt, and legs. (Lower extremities) It's so hard to spot reduce especially when big hips and butt run in the…
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Saying Hi! Oops Forgot!
Hi Everyone! I posted earlier and I completely forgot my namemy name is Stacey! :smile:
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NEW HERE! Just saying Hello!
Hello Everyone! I am new to Fitness Pal I'm ready to start a very healthy journey. I'm on a Gluten Free diet not by choice, but I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease 2 yrs ago and as of 2 wks ago I had to add NO dairy to it per doctor orders. So I decided to make the best out of a bad situation and clean out my mind and body…
