Just wanted to say hi.

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Registered: 01-22-2005
Just wanted to say hi.
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Thu, 02-01-2007 - 5:56am
I'm new here. Just wanted to let everyone know a little bit about me. I'm 34 years old, I'm happily married, almost 14 years. He has a 20 year old son from his first marriage. I don't have any children, just my little Chihuahua mix, Princess. I have always had a weight problem. I just can't seem to control myself. I went on the Adkins diet in Dec. 2004 when my doctor told me I had to go on meds for my sugar probs. I was around 390 then. I did great(losing down to about 335)until around May 2005 when I gradually went back to my old bad habits. In late Sept of last year, I realized that all of my health probs were coming back. I knew I had to tackle it again. I started on Oct. 1 weighing in at 358. So far I have lost 55 pounds. I'm not really doing any certain diet right now. I try to stay between 1200 and 1400 calories and approx. 30 grams of fat. I drink only water and avoid trans fats whenever possible. I joined a gym and try to go at least 3 times per week. When I do go, I usually walk 20 min(1 mile)on the treadmill, work about 10-15 min on strength training machines and then do 2 miles(about 5 min)on the bike. I feel great after going, it's just hard to drag myself in there. I've been falling off the wagon a lot lately and I'm hoping that finding this board will help to keep me motivated and maybe I can help some of you too. I look forward to getting to know everyone. Thanks for listening. Tammy 358/303/150
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Registered: 09-08-2003
Thu, 02-01-2007 - 7:27am

Welcome and congrats on you weight loss so far. That is great! I am new here and just renewed my commitment to loose weight earlier this month. After reaching an all time high for me of 251.4 lbs. I am down to 244 as of 4 days ago. I am 30 years old and have 3 kids. I look forward to seeing you around the board. There are really some great and inspirational ladies here.

Betsy
mom to:
patrick 4-3-04
Andrew 12-27-96
Steven 1-28-94
and Aaron (dh) the biggest kid of them all!

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Registered: 02-06-2006
Thu, 02-01-2007 - 8:16am

Hi Tammy and welcome to the board.


Congratulations on your success so far. It looks like you found a system that really works for you and you're working hard to achieve your goals. I wish you continued success!


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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 02-01-2007 - 8:24am
Welcome to the board Tammy. I myself just came back to this board after a bit of being away (due to moving). Everyone here is great and supportive and you couldn't ask for a better cl than Mary.
I copmpletely know what you mean about the gym. I am the same way. I feel GREAT after I go, it is just getting my butt there that is hard.
You are doing great!!!
Karen
210/210/175

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Registered: 01-25-2006
Thu, 02-01-2007 - 9:42am
YOu are doing so fantastic congrats to you. I wish you continued success!! AND WELCOME!!

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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 02-01-2007 - 10:39am

Hi Tamara,

Holy cow are you doing great! I look forward to having you on the board with us. Keep up the great work!

Annie

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