Kamalalue

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Is anyone still here?
It has been a long time since I have checked in on here...to say I fell off the wagon would be a gross understatement... I am back and trying to decide whether to pick up this group or to start another. If anyone is still following this group, would you please let me know? Kamalalue
You are awesome!
Just in case no one has told you today...you're awesome! Hold your head high and keep moving forward! :)
Welcome!!! Please introduce yourself!
:flowerforyou: My name is Katie, my username is Kamalalue. I am a 31 year old female. I live in Wisconsin with my fiance of almost 10 years... yes, 10 years! I am currently unemployed, but always looking. I love to be creative and find joy in art and cooking. I want to lose weight because I am not living - I am watching my…
What is your biggest fear about dieting?
My biggest fear is failure. :flowerforyou: Kamalalue
Hello Out There!!!!
Hello! How is everyone doing? Any recent struggles or successes? What are your upcoming goals? I am personally struggling to keep going to the gym - because the scale is not reflecting the effort that I am putting in. (On the flip side, I can see visual changes that the exercise is having on my body.) : ) I hope everyone…
Non-Scale Victories (NSV) - What are yours?
I just found out what NSV means; I have been reading it everywhere on this site, and had no idea what it meant! For me, I have noticed that movement is getting easier, my legs rub together less, I have more confidence and I am gaining the self-respect that I lacked. What are some recent NSV that you have realized or…
Check-In
Hi fellow Heavy Weights! I just wanted to check-in and see how everyone is doing... I have recently started a new job, and found that my time is a lot more limited than I had hoped. How is everyone doing? What is new with your weight struggles and successes? I think I have found a good routine that enabling me to lose…
Anyone have any good low-cal recipes?
Can I get a little help? I am getting a bit burned out on the same meals... Does anyone have any healthy meals that they would be willing to share? I would really appreciate it! (If there is an interest in this thread, I will post some of my favorite recipes as well.) Katie :flowerforyou:
Dr. OZ's 100 Weight Loss Tips
1. Automate your eating by planning your meals ahead of time. That way you're less likely to make an unhealthy last-minute food choice. 2. Oats are your friends! Eating a cup of oatmeal in the morning will prevent you from gorging in the afternoon. 3. Foods with healthy fats such as olives, salmon and walnuts help you feel…
I need help with an Exercise Block...
Good Morning - I am having a real issue overcoming an exercise block. I know that I need to exercise, I have the time to exercise, but there is something mentally that keeps me from doing what I am supposed to. Has anyone had this issue, or does anyone know how to get past the excuses and get to the place of acceptance? I…
Change
I saw a sign on pinterest.com. that said: "You have to make a change, to see a change." I saw this and had one of those epiphany moments... where I realize that the harder that I fight to keep my life the same, the harder it is going to be to change my life... sounds simple, but it is one of my biggest issues. I have…
Heavy Weights... Looking for others that have 200 lbs to los
Hi, My name is Katie and I am a 31 year old from Wisconsin. I have been tinkering with this website for quite a while, but I have never tried to network or look for support. I am looking now. I have a lot of weight to lose (about 200 lbs), and I am looking for others who have a long journey ahead of them too. I am a…
Welcome to the beginning!
I am at a point in my life, that it is time to make a change. Not a half-hearted change - but a "all in" sort of change. The other night, I realized a couple of things... 1) I have almost 200 lbs to lose. 2) I did this to myself, and there is no one to blame but me. 3) It has been a long time since I have lived. Has anyone…
Recipes
I made Chipotle Chicken Meatballs last night for dinner, they were fantastic!!! I thought that I would share the recipe: http://www.rachaelraymag.com/Recipes/rachael-ray-magazine-recipe-search/budget-recipes/chipotle-chicken-meatballs The recipe was a little more complicated than I had originally thought, but they were…
Fitness Programs: 5 Steps to Getting Started
Morning Everyone! I have found exercise to be my biggest adversary, time and time again... I stuggle with the idea of getting up and getting moving; even though I know I that I have to, if I want to reach my goal. I found this article, and thought I would share it with those that have the same issue:…
Happy Thursday!
Howis everyone doing today?
50 Ways to Stay Motivated to Lose Weight
Here is an article that I thought I would share: 50 Ways to Stay Motivated to Lose Weight Well, it's the middle of January, is your motivation starting to wane? Never fear! We asked some of the nation's top experts – doctors, psychologists, fitness experts, life coaches – to give us 50 of their best inspirational tips for…
Questions, Comments or Suggestions
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