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Stop! Take a Moment to Celebrate Yourself
Hello My Fitness Pals. I wanted to take a moment to encourage you to encourage yourself. Life happens and things don’t always go the way we planned. Never did I think that I’d have to take a few weeks off from my workout plan but I know I will be back and healthier sooner rather than later. These pics prove that hard work…
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Woo Hoo!!! 50 Days Till Summer w/Video
Oh boy, here I go again....lol. I had to do a video cause we are at the half way mark, so let's make the next 50 days the best 50 days! I thank you all for your continued support. http://youtu.be/nYy9SS9pOtA By the way, I had to start and stop a lot cause I was getting way to emotional so I managed to get one done with no…
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OMG...OMG...You have got to read this...
I could not let another day go by without you knowing that YOU ARE: Awesome Amazing Confident Loved Courageous Victorious Powerful Fearless Motivated Resilient Determined Triumphant Consitent Unstoppable Capable Inspirational And last but not least BEAUTIFUL/HANDSOME XOXO Alfreda Barnes-Pittman
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I'm Back Just In Time - 60 Days Till Summer w/video
Hey yall!!!!! Here I go again!!!! Just made a quick video to encourage my pals. We've got 60 days till summer. Are you ready? I'm not so I got work to do for real. This sickness has set me back a bit but yall know I am not going down without a fight so don't count me out yet. I am still in this for real. Ain't nothing…
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Be Encouraged
She's back.....with another video...lol. If you have a moment I would appreciate you taking a moment to watch! Just wanted to speak on encouragement a little bit cause it is so important during this journey. Thanks in advance. http://youtu.be/0jSWSB-s3so #IDislikeMyThumbnailPic I have really missed you guys! I have been…
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April Goals.....This will be hard for me (maybe)
Its April 1st and time to set some goals for the month. I am going to set the toughest one I have ever done before. I will not weigh myself until May 3rd. Why, do you ask, well I have a few trouble spots (abs and upper thighs) but other than that I think I am looking kinda cute...lol. Also I am trying not to be to obsessed…
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Just Wanted to Introduce Myself - Hi
Wow, my very first and maybe last You Tube video....woop woop!!!!! Please check it out if and when you can. Thanks! http://youtu.be/ibK9aPwckgo
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Day 91 - Weigh-in Day (with Video)
Hey guys. I decided to make a video so you can feel the excitement that I have and hopefully encourage you to push through the weekend. I hope you guys are well and making 90% of all the right choices. If you are resting enjoy it and get ready to hit it hard come Monday. Let's continue to encourage and motivate each other…
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100 Days Till Summer Countdown Calendar
I am so excited about the 100 Days Till Summer Challenge as some of you already know. We are now down to 98 days and the momentum is still high. I created a small wall calendar so that I can check off the days until we get to June 21st, the first day of summer. It all starts with one step and a commitment. Thank you Steph…
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500 Days on My Fitness Pal
Wow that sure is a long time considering I didn’t think I’d make it after the first week. This weight loss thing has been a struggle for me but I am so thankful to My Fitness Pal and all of the support I’ve received. I just wanted to share a few before and after pics to remind myself that I am doing it. I am excited to see…
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I am a witness that it can be done…
On May 30th I made a decision to change my life for the better. First, I started eating right and logging my food on MFP. Second, I started working out and burning calories using Zumba, 4 Fast Miles, Hip Hop Abs and EA Sports Active. About 5 months later I am happily down 50 pounds and I am loving it. I am closer to my…
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My 1st time...
posting pics that is. I have been on this weight loss ride for 435 days and for a little motivation I thought I'd try and post a few pics o remind myself how far I've come. I started out at 243.2 pounds and I am now 192.0 pounds. My goal is to reach 160 before the end of the year and with the help of all of MFP's I know I…
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100 Miles in June Challenge Results
Congratulations to all of the participants of the 100 Miles in June Challenge. You guys proved that when you put your mind to something there is nothing you can’t do. I decided to put together this challenge after watching the HBO documentary The Weight of the Nation. I had no idea that with the help of Tanya Coles we…
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365 Days with My Fitness Pal
Good Morning MFP's. Well I made it to the 1 year mark on My Fitness Pal and I must say that I am super excited. To be honest I thought I would be further along than I am but when you take 4 months off what do you expect. This time last year I was 243 pounds and wondering if this app would work. I gave it my all and to my…
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12 Super Snacks With 100 Calories or Less
I received these tips from our Simply Slimming Challenge and I thought I'd share it with my MFP family. 1. 1/2 cup Slow-Churned Ice Cream = 100 calories 2. 6 cups microwave popcorn = 100 calories 3. 1/2 cup cottage cheese and a small wedge of cantaloupe = 100 calories 4. 3 whole-grain crackers with cheese = 98 calories 5.…
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Goal -vs- A Dream
A dream is just a dream. A goal is a dream with a plan and a dead-line. I saw this quote and thought I'd share it with everyone. Have a happy and healthy day. :flowerforyou:
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Confession, I am not who I thought I was..
I thought I was unstoppable but now I see that I am. When I started this weight loss journey I came out guns blazing but now my fire is burning out. I consistently lost weight every week and now the weight loss has stopped. I no longer have the passion that I had and it all started with taking a break for Thanksgiving. I…
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One Way Ticket to Onederland
A day or so ago I told all MFP's that I had bought a one way ticket to onederland, a place I had not been since around 1995 or so. Since I was so close and didn't want to jinx myself, I projected my arrival date to be 10/21/2011 which I knew was attainable. Little did I know that I would redeem that ticket today. When I…
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What will you do when you meet your goal?
Will you treat yourself to something special? Will you jump for joy and eat a Sprinkles cupcake(red velvet, yummy) or will you take yourself on a fantastic shopping spree? I plan on doing all three and treating myself to a vacation on a cruise to Jamaica. After the celebration I plan to keep the weight off by continuing to…
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What's the one "bad" food item that you won't give up?
I am fully aware that we can have all things in moderation but the one thing I can't give up is mayonnaise . I have gotten better about portion control but if my sandwich doesn't have mayo then I just don't want it. I will workout extra hard just to fit it in the calorie goal. What about you? What food can't you do without…
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To Eat Before or After Your Workout...
I was just wondering how many people eat before or after their workout. I usually workout before I eat but I am curious to know what you guys are doing and if you think it makes a difference. Thanks for sharing!
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Losing my drive...
I'm not sure what is going on with me. Today I celebrated my 115th day on MFP. I have lost 37 pounds so far and I am about 7 pounds away from Onederland. I now sit here with no motivation to workout today when I usually workout out 5-6 days a week. A friend said I need to take a break and just eat right and stay at 1200…
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What have you learned about yourself?
Since I started MFP back in June I have realized that I am strong and not just physically but mentally as well. I have pushed myself to workout harder and longer than ever before. I have also learned that my positive attitude is appreciated by others who are walking this walk of weightloss with me. I am excited that I am…
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Set a SMART goal
I just thought this would be helpful to us all when setting and going for our goals. S-Specific; know what you have to do daily to reach your goal. M-Measurable; how are you going to measure progress? A-Attainable; it‟s your goal, you have to be able to achieve it. R-Realistic; are you willing and able to reach the goal…
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I love myself enough too….
I love myself enough too….:heart: :heart: 1. Exercise 4 – 5 days a week for no less than 30 minutes each time. 2. Utilize my pedometer and walk 10,000+ steps everyday day. 3. Eat more fruits and vegetables. 4. Eat breakfast everyday no matter how late I get up on the weekends. 5. Set realistic goals for myself. 6. Reward…
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Tough Love Thursday
How long will you continue to make excuses? You complain that you don’t like the way that you look. You say that you are tired of shopping at plus size stores or in the Big and Tall section of department stores. You claim that life is just too hard for you to focus on your health right now. You say this; you say that, over…
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Do you need to be validated?
If you do I’ll give you a big dose right now. You are worth every bit of blood, sweat and tears it takes to get in shape. No one and nothing on earth is more important that your quest to be healthy. You are strong. You are gorgeous. You are amazing. You are awesome. You are intelligent. You are sexy. You are everything…
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Reality Show - Big Sexy
While channel surfing I came across Big Sexy on TLC. These Plus Size women have confidence through the roof. One girl said that not all plus size women want to be skinny and that I do agree with because not everyone is meant to be super skinny. Now my question is why do you want to lose weight? If these women are…
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Very very very small NSV...
I was sitting on my couch catching up on the news when something strange happened. Out of nowhere, my left leg crossed over my right leg as if it were the most natural thing to do. I have never been able to cross my legs so this is big for me. As I sit here with my legs crossed, I feel a sense of accomplishment. I am…
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Deleting Friends....
I personally feel that I have the BEST FRIENDS ever on MFP. They are super supportive and encouraging and I know for a fact that I could not have come this far without them. That being said, I just checked my friends list and there are some who have not logged in for 3+ months. Do I delete them or leave them and try to be…
