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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Thread is for "bragging" or "crying" about the things you are doing to better yourself. I know several of us are "trying"  to lose weight, eat better, exercise more, etc. Share your progress, your diet, your milestones, etc. Let's..... GET IT DONE!!! 
OT. Swam for 1.5 hours yesterday and then went for a walk (3 miles) with a friend. Trying to lose some weight. Trying to get under 200 lbs. At 216 right now.
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| 4/10/2015 11:12:32 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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I had a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast, and one waffle with some honey on it. Syrup has too much sugar in it for me (trying to watch sugar intake).
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| 4/10/2015 1:29:04 PM |
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ahleah4mriris
Fort Worth, TX
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Trying to cut back on sodas. Limiting myself to only one a day now. Pepsi Next is also helping me out. It's hard, though, because I love Coca Cola so very very much! 
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| 4/10/2015 1:41:09 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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I know what you're facing ahleah. I gave up Dr. Peppers cold turkey about 6 years ago, and I have not had a soda of any kind since. I thought it would be hell as I was so "addicted" to those Dr. Peppers. Sometimes drinking 4 or so a day. But surprisingly (for me at least), I have/had no real craving or caffeine withdrawal to speak of. Giving it up made me feel great. No empty calories like before, and drinking more water was so much better for me too.
Good Luck! 
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| 4/10/2015 7:21:21 PM |
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ohdannyboy59
Arlington, TX
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I'm still sweating it put on an elliptical four times a week and walking/running my dog most mornings. And while I don't eat badly, I love good food. Not willing to go overboard on healthy eating.
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| 4/11/2015 7:13:53 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Sounds good Danny. I like the elliptical too. I was doing that and swimming but figured out doing both was a little too much, and took too much time too. I miss my "pup" Alex. I call him a pup to me, but he lived to 18 yrs old before I had to have him put down. If you are really "running" with your dog, that is great. LOL, IF I tried to run now I think thinks might start to fall off.  I have bad knees from playing football and dirt bike racing, so not too keen on things that put a lot of stress on the knees.
I agree with you that one can go overboard on "healthy eating". I still love GOOD food, but just in moderation, and in quality.
OT... I fell off a little about 3 days ago when I broke down and had a Tropical Blizzard from DQ. Mmmmmmmm It was good.
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| 4/11/2015 12:07:23 PM |
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ahleah4mriris
Fort Worth, TX
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I'm walking at least 2 hours a day now
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| 4/11/2015 12:18:53 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Wow. 2 hours a day is pretty good. We usually walk about 3+ miles in one hour. I enjoy the walks with my bud. A chance to enjoy the company and the stars at night. (usually walk at night)
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| 4/11/2015 12:47:35 PM |
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ahleah4mriris
Fort Worth, TX
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Good Luck!
Thanks, I'm gonna need it! 
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| 4/11/2015 1:33:48 PM |
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ohdannyboy59
Arlington, TX
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I say walk/run because we run some and then he wants to stop and smell the roses, so to speak. I know what you know about the knees and the pounding. If I tried to run three miles a day, they'd break down pretty fast. So it's just in short bursts. That's why I prefer the elliptical, anyway. Lower impact.
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| 4/11/2015 4:25:23 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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I'm trying to eat better and be more active. I started the run/walk thing and it's been good. I'm motivated. I want to start biking because i know I can't keep doing that everyday. It isn't good for my knees.
I haven't lost much weight but I feel the difference in my clothes.
I still have my fat girl binge moments but it's not nearly as bad as before.
I walked the Race For The Cure today. I'm pretty proud of myself.
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| 4/11/2015 5:33:31 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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@danny... Hey, IF you run AT ALL, you're doing better than me. LOL I know what you mean about the elliptical, I like it too for how smooth/low impact it is.
@Jen... WAY to GO!!!  And I understand the occasional binges (why I had a Blizzard from DQ about a week ago). I think you need to allow yourself some of that, otherwise it all gets old quick.
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| 4/11/2015 5:46:53 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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i knoww hat you love very much.....dont t ell these,,they dont care.
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| 4/11/2015 5:48:13 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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all you need hunny is me..i,ll teach you.ok..all these can shut up,an dont confide in there asses,or brains.
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| 4/11/2015 5:48:55 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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you said...hard..
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| 4/11/2015 5:49:58 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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posible chatting..stop it,,no talkin to..dudes.ok...
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| 4/11/2015 5:51:44 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Walked (about 3.5 miles) last night after eating out with a friend. Weighed myself this morning and was at 216. I have seemed to plateau somewhat.
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| 4/11/2015 7:01:49 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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im proud of you my sweetheart,,very much so...
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| 4/11/2015 8:39:58 PM |
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ahleah4mriris
Fort Worth, TX
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trying to eat fruit for dessert instead of cake/pie/candy. Sometimes I actually manage it. 
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| 4/12/2015 12:35:21 AM |
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ohdannyboy59
Arlington, TX
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^^^Fruit and ice cream!
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| 4/12/2015 1:41:52 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Did 3.5 mile walk tonight after dinner. But ate too much all day. Going to be afraid to step on the scales tomorrow. 
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| 4/12/2015 7:47:52 AM |
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1adorable
Sonoma, CA
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Trying to go more Organic
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| 4/12/2015 7:56:28 AM |
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hitz07
Plano, TX
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I'm trying to gain weight even though I workout and play sports with special Olympics in my area
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| 4/12/2015 8:03:11 AM |
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star5141
Grand Prairie, TX
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I think the bad me beat up the good me and tossed her in a closet. I have not been able to focus on being healthy in months, I think it's stress run a muck.
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| 4/18/2015 10:42:19 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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@ahleah... the fruit vs. candy/cake/etc. is a good idea. It satisfies somewhat the sweet tooth desires but is better for you. BUT... those cakes/pies/etc... STILL look soooo tempting.
@hitz... GAIN WEIGHT!?!?!?!?!?! GAIN!?!?!?!? LOL. Heck follow me around and do what I do and you're SURE to gain weight. LOL 
@Star.... LOL.. Love it! The Bad me is winning against the Good me it seems too. Stress is a major contributor to the bad eating, not exercising, etc. Even though the exercise helps the stress, you still do not feel like doing it when you're stressed. I know that well.
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| 4/22/2015 1:18:53 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Trying to go more Organic
I should eat more organic... but it costs so much more.
OT... lost another 2 pounds... down to 213 now. BUT STARVING!!! 
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| 4/22/2015 10:25:55 AM |
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txcountrymedic
Pleasanton, TX
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My life revolves around my kids hundred percent of the time. I am finally doing something for myself. Of course my son will be involved but, it is a push im the right direction
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| 4/24/2015 10:47:24 PM |
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anywhereusa
Converse, TX
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Fantastic thread.
It's been a long time since I've post in state chat.
I no longer drink sodas either. I have been doing natural juicing. Drinking a lot of plain water or with lemon.
Leaning more and more with a raw/plant based eating lifestyle. Raw fruits and vegetables. Occasional chicken, fish, not red meat.
I need to get to exercising again. Had stopped for a year due to painful knees but I'm starting to feel better so will be easing back into it again.
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| 4/25/2015 1:13:44 AM |
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ohdannyboy59
Arlington, TX
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^^^ Low impact stuff is best for balky knees!
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| 4/25/2015 2:11:45 PM |
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texasgirl_1978
Grapevine, TX
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The new Rec center in Grapevine opened today. I would like to try yoga or something to get into exercising. I haven't really done much exercise except walking and climbing stairs at home and when I go out.
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| 4/25/2015 9:33:11 PM |
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star5141
Grand Prairie, TX
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@ahleah... the fruit vs. candy/cake/etc. is a good idea. It satisfies somewhat the sweet tooth desires but is better for you. BUT... those cakes/pies/etc... STILL look soooo tempting.
@hitz... GAIN WEIGHT!?!?!?!?!?! GAIN!?!?!?!? LOL. Heck follow me around and do what I do and you're SURE to gain weight. LOL
@Star.... LOL.. Love it! The Bad me is winning against the Good me it seems too. Stress is a major contributor to the bad eating, not exercising, etc. Even though the exercise helps the stress, you still do not feel like doing it when you're stressed. I know that well.
Rrr yup I have a lot of stress right now. And I have to stop and tell myself to stand back and not take on other peoples worries. I walk a lot at work during lunch time, Las Colinas is sooo purdy! But the long drive home at the end of the day undoes me. Perhaps I should Learn a foreign language while I'm stuck in traffic?
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| 4/26/2015 7:59:45 AM |
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anywhereusa
Converse, TX
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Yoga is something I do want to learn to do or Tai Chi.
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| 4/27/2015 11:40:45 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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@txcountry... I understand being 100% involved with your kiddos. I was too while they were young. But it's important to foster your own routines, etc... perhaps involving them too. You will teach them the importance of taking care of themselves.
@anywhere... Thanks! And as Danny said, there are low impact exercises available. I know, I look for them, since I have bad knees from playing football and racing dirt bikes. (motocross). Try swimming if you like it... great exercise and minimal if any impact on knees.
@star... I used to work in Las Colinas a while back. Like you, loved the area. And yes, learning another language would be Great for the drive home.
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| 4/28/2015 12:04:34 AM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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Back on track to working out.
I just got an email from Golds that I can join for $10. I may go look into that....
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| 4/28/2015 12:18:36 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Cool! Way to go! You may want to check out Costco, they have a 2 year 24 hour membership that ends up costing about 15$ a month and gives you access to most of the clubs. Great Deal!
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| 4/28/2015 12:28:36 AM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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For Golds?
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| 4/28/2015 10:49:09 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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24 Hour Fitness.
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| 4/28/2015 12:41:36 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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We don't have those here.
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| 4/28/2015 12:47:31 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Wow. I did not know that. I just assumed they were in all major cities. That Gold gym membership you found sounds good then.
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| 4/28/2015 12:53:25 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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Thanks!! I'm planning on going tomorrow to take care of it!
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| 4/30/2015 12:01:50 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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OK. I have got to revamp my diet. Thought I was eating healthy, but found out I got to cut out some of the sweets. Dark Green veggies, fish, occasional chicken, walnuts, fruit (limit apples and bananas (sugar)), and less Carbs. Oh JOY.... NOT!!!! LOL
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| 4/30/2015 8:50:43 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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Diet is tough for me. So many years of eating bad....
I have been trying very hard to eat better with most meals. It's crazy hard but the longer I go without the junk it's been easier to say no. I haven't completely given it all up and I don't think I want to. I'm at a good place right now....
I started Golds today. I feel a great sense of accomplishment already.
It's been awesome having a great support system.
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| 4/30/2015 9:43:28 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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That's great Jen! Way to go! I have GOT to lose some weight. I am not bad but I am sure it would help to lose some. I figure, I should get down to 190 or so and still be able to workout with weights.
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| 5/15/2015 3:24:02 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Still trying to lose weight but it seems the harder I work out, the more my metabolism kicks in, and the more I eat. Still right around 214. Gotta MAKE myself NOT snack. So hard, especially WHEN I am in front of this dang computer. GRRRRRR
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| 5/15/2015 9:40:40 AM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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My trainer said eat mixed nuts if you want to snack.
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| 5/17/2015 2:37:14 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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I eat almonds (plain), or walnuts (high in Omega 3). Nuts in general are great choices, but they are High in calories. Unfortunately, I need to learn MODERATION (LOL... should be a 4 letter word in my book). I eat TOO MUCH! I got to start counting the calories and QUITTING when I read the 1200 or so calories a day... while continuing my exercise regiment.
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| 5/17/2015 5:26:48 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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1200 calories?!?!?!
That's not enough, especially if you're working out!
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| 5/19/2015 3:32:20 PM |
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ahleah4mriris
Fort Worth, TX
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Now I've began about 20 minutes of fast walking. Kind of like jogging, but easier for me because I don't like jogging, lol.
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| 5/19/2015 6:00:40 PM |
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flyfish77
Conyers, GA
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nope,,heart rate,,,,,,,up,,30 minutes of brisk walkin hunny,,your young at only 52,so go for it.
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| 5/20/2015 9:23:28 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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@Jen... Yeah, you're probably right about the calories. I seem to be eating MORE than 1200 a day.
@Leah... I know what you mean about jogging. I used to run all the time, but not no more. Not sure my knees would do well. But we will see. I am doing an hour on the elliptical and an hour of swimming, and eating Vegan now... so everything is starting to feel SO much better. MUCH more energy. After the 2 hours... I am still thinking about going to the stair stepper or something.
Fast walking is a great start! Good Luck!
OT... 3rd day of eating Vegan and already feeling better, and seem to be slimming, especially around the waist. Was not fat but getting more definition now. Surprisingly, it has not been hard (Vegan) yet. Talk to me after going out to eat with my buds on the weekend though.
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| 5/24/2015 10:01:31 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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I found a Spinach Veggie Wrap at Jason's Deli that is delicious. And low in calories too... and Vegan. Found several other dishes (Website) that had the best vegetarian dishes at various restaurants around DFW. LOL... also looked up around Vegas too (my second home). Several dishes looked REALLY good.
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| 5/25/2015 4:28:45 PM |
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jenbutterflies
San Antonio, TX
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Are you giving up meat?
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| 5/25/2015 6:31:20 PM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Yes, attempting to go Vegan. So far so good. Only been about 10 days so far though. I thought I would REALLY miss meat (chicken breasts, etc.)... but so far, no real craving and I have found some really good vegan recipes.
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| 5/29/2015 11:30:12 AM |
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frfforever
Keller, TX
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Down to 213. Did a really heavy workout yesterday. Added some more weight training. Trying to work on back and core more in addition to swimming/elliptical. Man I soooo want to hit the one-wonders (less than 200 lbs.)
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