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littleduce
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Posted: 6 June 2005 04:06 am |
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3 years ago, when I turned 50, I realized that I had put on considerable weight after stopping smoking. I found your web site, and a stong dose of determination. On May 15, 2002, I weighed 202. My plan was to burn 300-500 calories more a day than I took in. I made myself a spread sheet and set REALISTIC goals. I only weighed myself once a week-same day-same time. Each day I kept track of calores in and calories burned; I didn't go to bed unless I met my 300 goal (I would get on my ski machine instead). I started waliking, then walking fast, then running. Not always a pretty sight on the highway, but I am now able to do a 5K. Hiking in the mountains 3-4 times a month in the good weather really burns up calories. I watched what I ate-no more bowls of ice cream. One tablespoon was the limit. NO more bagels with coffee at work with the gang. Maybe a corner of one. Light beer. 
On October 3, 5 months later, I met my goal of 168 pounds (I am 5'11" and big boned) and after 3 years, I still feel great. I have given myself a 7-10 pound "flucuation" (winters can be nasty)-but do not obsess over the weight. I know how and what to eat, I know what to do for exercise, and it has become a life style change for me. The roads are easier to run. The mountains easier to climb. Wearing a size 10 or 12 instead of a tight 16 is TERRIFIC!!
Thanks for your web site. It has made a big difference in my quality of life!
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patesguy
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Posted: 6 June 2005 04:30 pm |
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| congratulations!!! i just want to say thank you! i have to admit ive been struggling with my weight a bit and stories like yours really help push me! you are an inspiration!
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littleduce
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Posted: 6 June 2005 05:37 pm |
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Thanks for your reply. Do NOT give up. The important thing is to be realistic in your goals and to find a way that works for you. I have had dozens of people I know ask me what special diet I used (because so many dieters put the weight right back on). Counting calories sounds like a bother, but it really only takes about 5 minutes at night to use the web site-and it puts things in perspective.
Good luck!!!
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Posted: 12 June 2005 09:06 am |
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You're truly inspiring...I'm definately keeping your success story in mind (also knowing that two people are not the same and won't have the same success rate) but never the less, congrats.
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