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I am a 59 year old female who has struggled with my weight most of my life. In 2015 I weighed 267 lbs and could barely get around. I have degenerative disc disease since 1990 so it progressed as I aged and my weight made it worse. I lost 90 lbs between 2015-2017 and was able to get a job where I was constantly on the move and I eventually got down to 150 and I was happy. I maintained my weight until Covid hit. I got Covid before any of the bans began and the doctors simply thought I had the flu. Long story short, I ended up in the hospital for 5 days, very sick for 1.5 months prior to hospitalization. I couldn’t even butter bread without gasping for air. My doctor told me I was 1-2 days from my dogs eating my carcass (his exact words). While hospitalized I was given an echo which revealed my heart was damaged from Covid and was now only working at 20%. I was always tired and had a huge loss of stamina so over the next 2 years I gained over 60 lbs. One day I fell out of bed and had a hell of a time getting back to my feet. I put all the excuses aside and found my way to FS and every time I weigh in my confidence gets stronger. I want to look good again, I want to be active again, I want to help my heart function improve….it is now functioning at 30%…still needs improvement but losing this weight will be one step to the positive. I also lost 4 dogs to old age, my best friend to a mysterious illness and my girlfriend dumped me. I was pretty down and out during that time. I wasn’t sure I had the strength to drag myself out but wonders never cease. It seems we are more resilient than we realize. I get stronger every single day this last month and I am ready to start a new chapter in my life. There will be bumps in the road but I am hoping to meet some new friends here to help me through the bigger ones and I will do the same for them. Thanks for reading.
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235.0 lb
Lost so far: 25.0 lb.
Still to go: 95.0 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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Diet Calendar Entries for 08 April 2022:
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1540 kcal
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Fat: 37.19g | Prot: 79.06g | Carb: 231.83g.
Breakfast: Cinnamon, Great Value Cappuccino Mix Hazelnut. Lunch: Sweet Baby Ray's Original Barbecue Sauce, Arnold Multigrain Sandwich Thins, Kroger Chicken Tenders, Sea Salt, Walker & Sons Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning, Bacon, Black Pepper. Dinner: Marketside Baby Greens Salad, Archer Farms Raspberry Acai Vinaigrette, Great Value Real Bacon Bits, Sea Salt, McCormick Salad Toppins, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Basil (Dried). Snacks/Other: Great Value Cappuccino Mix Hazelnut, Cinnamon, Pears , Dannon Light & Fit Greek Yogurt - Blueberry, Dannon Light & Fit Greek Yogurt - Cherry, Kozy Shack Simply Well Rice Pudding, Bananas , Golden Delicious Apples, Dannon Light & Fit Greek Yogurt - Strawberry Cheesecake, Sweet Tea. more...
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895 kcal
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Activities & Exercise:
Yard Work (gardening) - 2 hours, Apple Health - 22 hours. more...
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losing 7.0 lb a week
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It's been quite a ride, eh? Your determination to restart is commendable! Sorry for all your losses - the pups, friend and relationship. Good luck to you! You sound incredibly strong willed! ❤️ 💪🏼
09 Apr 22 by member: davidsprincess
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I'm rooting for you you can and will succeed, hang in there, press forward to what you can become and don't look back to what was. have a wonderful day today.
09 Apr 22 by member: buenitabishop
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easy for me to say right? it's not how many times we fall down as long as we always get up one more time. I too admire your strength. so many don't get back up. we are very resilient if we will only keep going. we're here to help any way we can. even if it's simply a "hey keep fighting."
09 Apr 22 by member: HeBrewZ
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I don’t think you’re scary, but you sure have had a scary time of it. Wow! I admire your determination, blessings to you on your health journey.
09 Apr 22 by member: crboyer2
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Hi there, 3 very good people have already commented on this post. You have friends here, always. I would like to comment on your last post. Nice picture! Leaves starting to pop on Maple trees. Soon is summer and the beach, what fun!!! :-)
09 Apr 22 by member: LivinBreezy
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Nice to meet you. Your struggles are real, and so is your progress. You are handling your hardships with grace. Bless you. Louise
09 Apr 22 by member: sugarplum_
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Thank you all for your very kind and supportive words. Your comments made me cry happy tears for once in what feels like an eternity. I am an emotional being and as strong as I may appear and sound there is a person inside of me who needs encouragement at times and the support of all of you wonderful people. I thank you again for making me feel like I can and will do this and come out better and healthier than I was before.
09 Apr 22 by member: Scaryizme
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You got this!!!!First step is just saying it Good luck!!!!
09 Apr 22 by member: Brandi B
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Your story is compelling, honest, raw and real. I can tell from your words that you are special and strong-willed. Many would have just given up - but not you. Keep it going!
09 Apr 22 by member: camwyatt
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Welcome and wishing you all the best in your recovery.
09 Apr 22 by member: Draglist
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I will echo ALL the comments on your post! These are some wonderful people and WE ALL have your back! Keep tracking your calories! Know how many you should be having. Weigh and measure everything! Best of luck on your journey! 💪 💯 👏 ☘️ 🧡
09 Apr 22 by member: 3dkids2
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This is my first day on this sight 🙃
I’m not sure yet how to except follows.?!
09 Apr 22 by member: pearltlv
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You have already survived many larger obstacles, you can do this! We are rooting for you!
09 Apr 22 by member: weezay
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Also try to fit in some weight bearing exercises, they will help you metabolize more calories. Start with small weights and just a few reps then increase the reps to 15 3x then increase the weight.
09 Apr 22 by member: weezay
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Your words are very compelling. You have been through so much. I hope for brighter days for you. Keep up the fight.
09 Apr 22 by member: kmartdollie
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Wow! Your words really moved me. Your resilence is astounding and humbling. 99% of my anxiety is from attempting to prevent myself from experiencing hardships, it's exhausting. I know it's impossible to avoid difficulties in life but I still overthink everything because I'm afraid that I'm not strong enough to endure. "More resilient then we realize", I find that incredibly inspiring. I have no doubt that you will reach your goals! Your stength after everything you've suffered is truly humbling! We're here to support you 💯
09 Apr 22 by member: horridzombie
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Thank you horrid a dollie, your words help to keep me focused on the big prize which is getting back as much of my heart function as I possibly can and ditching this teenager sized human accompanying my every step. If I can carry 260 lbs around with a bad heart imagine what I can do at 160! That is the mind space I try to remain in.
09 Apr 22 by member: Scaryizme
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Welcome aboard 🚢💪you can do this . We are all here on this journey with you 😀
09 Apr 22 by member: CharlieLovesChaplin
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Weezay, I just happen to have a set of 10lb dumbbells in my basement who are quite bored in their present state and are looking for a date, that would be me 😉 😜
09 Apr 22 by member: Scaryizme
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Thanks Charlie! I am here for you too
09 Apr 22 by member: Scaryizme
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