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In January I decided I had a physical and a conversation with my doctor about my health. One aspect of my overall health plan was to lose weight. I am done with all these diets and fads. I simply count my calories using the Lose It app and walk 40 minutes a day on my treadmill, 7 days a week. I am now down 26 pounds.
When I first started walking I was only walking 30 minutes a day at 2.5 mph. I have gradually increased that so now I am at 40 mins a day at 3.1 mph. But I won't jog, walking is enough for me!
For meals, I eat what I want but try to make better choices based on the calories I am allowed through the app. Right now I am allowed 1444 per day as I have the app set for me to lose 1 1/2 - 2 pounds per week. I still eat McDonald's but only have the double cheeseburger and no fries. I have not had any soda since January and it has helped my headaches.
Some weeks the scale shows no loss, other weeks it shows several pounds. I try not to focus on the numbers and just stick to the daily routine. Numbers get you down too easy.
Instead I look at how much better I look. Still a long way to go but I can see my clothes fit different and some are getting too big so I won't be able to wear them much longer.
Motivation has always been an issue for me but this time my husband has been on board and very supportive. It isn't about what I eat, it is portion control. So far so food. Under 200 for the first time in years. 49 more to go to be at my goal weight!
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I think you are doing an amazing job, great attitude and spirit. Having your husband supporting you is a very good thing, and makes it easier. It seems as you and I are very close to mirror image with our weight and goals. Keep up the fantastic work you are doing, and remember you are not alone in this journey.
07 Apr 14 by member: SherrieC
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You are doing very well! I am an "everything in moderation" person, and do not like crash diets either. It works for me. I too with occasionally have fast food, but I too opt for 1 sandwich or salad and skip the fries and drink. In fact, when I was 135-140... I took a 6 week trip around the country with my kids... driving and camping (only driver). We got fast food sandwiches everywhere we went, but had drinks/snacks/other food in the car. I was shocked when I got home and maintained the weight! I think I do well as long as I don't start going for other food at fast food places.
07 Apr 14 by member: JeanineDS
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Sounds like you know yourself & what it takes to get you to your goals. Walking is great exercise as it works all of your body. Eating whatever you want & making healthier food choices will ensure you stick to your plan while at the same time seeing weight loss. Non-scale victories (NSV) like your clothes fitting differently are great ways to measure progress.
07 Apr 14 by member: myawethinTICself
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