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I want to share something here tonite and it has nothing to do with FS but in a way it does. I took my son to the Navy recruiter today. He has his heart set on enlisting once he graduates. And some of you may know, I have been dieting and working out with my 17 yr old son since the new year. He has always been a husky boy and big eater and sadly, he is/was overweight. We started this journey together this new year, not just for me bc I wanted to lose weight but for him to bc i knew he wanted to enlist. Ive lost about 30 lbs and he has lost around 21 lbs. Anyway today we found out he needs to drop one size.. he is 38 and needs to be 36 to enlist BUT that is still ok bc he was size 40 a few months ago. Anyway, the reason Im sharing is bc one, I am super proud of my son for all his hard work and his motivation and real honest need to be part of something and to serve his country but also bc today has given me a new reason to work harder at this.I announce here to you all of you my fat secret friends, bc i consider you all my friends, that I Andee, am committed to working hard at losing weight,eating right,and working out and being a good source of support for my son!! GO Michael !! I love you... and we can do this together !
Diet Calendar Entries for 15 April 2015:
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538 kcal
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Fat: 40.84g | Prot: 34.20g | Carb: 14.42g.
Breakfast: Giant Eagle Cherry Tomatoes, Turkey Breast Meat. Lunch: Olive Oil, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Capers, StarKist Foods Chunk Light Tuna in Water (Pouch), Mixed Salad Greens. Snacks/Other: Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Pecan Nuts. more...
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3555 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Exercise machine (slow) - 30 minutes, Calisthenics (heavy, e.g. pushups) - 30 minutes, Housework - 3 hours and 15 minutes, Resting - 11 hours and 45 minutes, Sleeping - 8 hours. more...
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It is so nice that you can share this journey with your son :D Good luck to both of you~
15 Apr 15 by member: LambiePi
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Good Luck to the both of you. It is awesome that you two are in this together! I am rooting for you both!
15 Apr 15 by member: kattay
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16 Apr 15 by member: UmmBilal
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16 Apr 15 by member: redgirl1974
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GREAT JOB to the both of you!
16 Apr 15 by member: Darren the Runner
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My ex was a navy aviation tech and the workout stories he told me from boot camp made me shutter. Trust me, if you get him down one size, the navy will get him the rest of the way!
16 Apr 15 by member: littlechanges
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Your entry is so full of love! My youngest son struggled with weight issues from mid-high school and for quite a few years after. It took a few years, but healthy attitude and lifestyle, then really working out has paid off. He looks and feels so good now. Good luck to you and your son! You deserve to be proud!
16 Apr 15 by member: iulani
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You are truly inspiring . Thank you
16 Apr 15 by member: VVERONIQUE202
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Very nice Red and we all should be proud of our kids, and kudos to you. Kudos to your son for wanting to serve our Nation
16 Apr 15 by member: Rockiesfan
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Hi Andee, I loved your post when I read it this morning. Please tell your son Michael I appreciate what he wants to do with his life in serving our Country. May God bless you and him on this weight journey, ya'll have done a wonderful job. Please let us know when he enlists. mary ann
16 Apr 15 by member: maryann1262
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Wishing you and Michael both continued success. I know that Michael will get down and Mom, you are living proof that it can be done. Our youngest daughter is in the Navy---she was a tiny little thing and had to build up weight and muscle but she was determined and did it! I will be watching and praying for your success.
16 Apr 15 by member: 2227Gwen
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THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR SUCH KIND WORDS. My son is my inspiration and Id move mountains for him and reading everyone response here has brought tears to my eyes and warmth to my heart..
16 Apr 15 by member: redgirl1974
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Congratulations to both of you on your weight loss, on your son's desire to server our country, and your continued desire to support him and demonstrate how to live a healthier life!
16 Apr 15 by member: jmb3450
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Andee, congrats to you & your son! I'm happy & proud for you both. Awesome story! You keep on building a better you; while setting the example for Michael to go after his goals with tenacity. Teach him that something being hard to do, doesn't mean it can't be done. I know kids have a tenancy to close their ears when a parent offers advice, but the example you set will never escape his memory. Let that motivate you to fulfill your oath; as your example will be the inner voice that guides him someday. Your example, will be his character. Your example will be his fortitude. And by the sound of it, you have already done a pretty good job on that front. Again, congratulations to you both!
16 Apr 15 by member: Jonathan Walsh
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With a Mother who is also his partner one more size should be a piece of cake for him! Congratulations on both of your achievements.
16 Apr 15 by member: BuffyBear
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Aww, what a great story! You did good mom!! And thank your son for his service for me!!
16 Apr 15 by member: NikkiJP
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Vet's wife here - congrats to your son and blessings on you for raising him with pride in his country and a willingness to serve.
16 Apr 15 by member: Lucy1771
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He is going to do it! I was in the Army when I was 17. The biggest thing I can suggest is to run run run. Sing while you run. I learned a big lesson when I was in the Reserves, prior to be Active Duty. When everyone runs and sings together, you get in a cadence and it takes your mind off of everything. Punishment was to run without singing and we lost over half in the run when that happened. I sang the cadence in my head because I was stubborn--LOL. Another exercise that will help him is mountain climber's. I know he will do it. Thank you to your son for wanting to serve for our Country and Thank YOU for sharing him with us.
16 Apr 15 by member: Jillzee00
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Fabulous mom and great kid! Good job!
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He has this!Great to have such a close support ,it motivates.My daughter is in the Air Force just got home from 8 yrs in Japan,you love and miss them when they are gone,but you burst at the seams with pride and joy to know you did a good job as a parent (we all know its not easy none of them come with owners manuals).Best of luck
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