SparkPeople Calling all Canadians Team Messageboard

rhubarb

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:21:14 EST

It is now rhubarb season here. 4

Do you eat rhubarb and how?

We make great desserts with rhubarb, but this week I cooked some with frozen strawberries and orange juice.
It makes like a compote that I eat with bread or crackers.
I did not put sugar, so it's pretty sour,but I put a little peanut butter on my crackers and it makes it all yummy! 334

New here! Better days ahead:)

Wed, 22 May 2013 22:13:31 EST

Hi! I am new here, and enthused to have found a supportive community like SparkPeople! After managing my life rather badly the last while I am hoping to find the motivation and support I need to meet my goals. Fitness and a healthy lifestyle are important goals to me, and I want these to become my lifestyle, not just habits. I feel that achieving these goals may be a key to managing some of my depression issues and giving me the tools I need to be a healthy role model for my family. Moving fo...

NEW BLOG: Passing of the Seasons

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:32:35 EST

Ever feel lost from God? Seasons change and they're not always painless.
Here's what I'm going through right now.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/05/pass
ing-of-seasons.html

Howdy doo! Come talk to me.

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:06:48 EST

Hi, I'm Megan and I'm new to this. I was signing up because I was going through a list of small changes you could do to help you loose weight, and spark people pretty much had them all covered, and it calculates everything for you pretty much, and keeps track without wasting paper (Go eco friendly internet!) And hopefully you people will help me stay accountable.

I want to ask you guys something first, get some conversation going. How do you guys make yourselves exercise and stay f...

Hello and Here I Go!

Tue, 21 May 2013 21:20:35 EST

Today is the day that I begin again. I am tempted to talk about how disappointed I am in myself for gaining weight (AGAIN)... but my self-talk must change. I am a wonderful, beautiful person just the way I am... But I also desire to be healthy. I have been thin (once, a year ago, for about a week), but I wasn't healthy. I want not just to be physically healthy but to be emotionally and spiritually healthy, especially where food and alcohol are involved. I definitely have a food problem. ...

Gettin fit for 50!

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:56:59 EST

Hello all. My name is Dale. New to this site, really like it! It's been very helpful and informative. I will be 50 late October and my goal is to be 3 pant sizes and 2 shirt sizes smaller by then. I started my "new ways" on May 3rd and have lost 12 pounds thus far. Very happy about it, a good start! It's nice to see a Canadian team!
Good luck everyone!

HI!

Mon, 13 May 2013 05:50:56 EST

Hi everyone I live near Montréal Qc. 213

New! Kinda...

Mon, 6 May 2013 17:55:25 EST

Hello, I am new to this group! I have been using Sparkpeople off and on for about a year and just recently got back into it. I am gonna try to stick with it this time! I am 24 years old female from Winnipeg, Manitoba. I am trying to lose 25lbs before the end of 2013! I lost about 5 lbs recently but gained it back. However I've lost inches on my waist, I can now fit comfortably into a pair of jeans that were tight before! I can't wait till I reach my goal! and if I can lose even more then tha...

How do you keep motivated??

Thu, 2 May 2013 23:09:10 EST

I'm new to Spark & enjoy reading everything....I have been working on changing my lifestyle for the last 7 weeks. I've been walking & working out 3 times a week, changing my food intake & tracking "most" of everything that goes in my mouth....I've managed to lose 10.6 pounds HOWEVER, today the scale told me I gained 7 pounds in 1 week!!!! Don't understand how that happened & not sure I can get over the disappointment...I've found it hard going already & found it so slow loosing weight at 1-2...

What's for dinner tonight?

Thu, 2 May 2013 18:31:40 EST

Or tomorrow, depending upon your time zone and schedule?

Any Toronto/Ontario folks here who recognize the name Lucy Waverman, our food editor (one of them) for the Globe and Mail? Or the LCBO Food & Drink?

Only for the Canadians here is my tip from Lucy for cooking lamb chops:
Heat your oven to 500 degrees, cook them in there for 3 minutes, then turn off the heat and do not open the door for any reason for 30 minutes. Voila, perfect chops.

Tonight I top...

Hello! Newbie to Sparkpeople...

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:31:39 EST

So bare with me until I figure this site out. I just joined today.

My name is Courtney and I am from Southern, Ontario. I am 28 years old, 5'7 and weigh in at around 172lbs. I am really hoping to lose the 25-30lbs of fat I put on in the last 6 years.

I am not new to logging my food. I come from MyFitnessPal, which in the way of logging food seems much easier, however, for everything else sparkpeople seems to offer, a little planning and I think I will enjoy this site a...

Hello Canadians! I'm returning to SparkPeople!

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:17:25 EST

Hello!

I was a sparkie when the site first began. Wow what big changes and fine-tuning have happened since then. And, unfortunately, what a lot of weight I've gained whilst I've been away. I am taking medication that slows the metabolism and makes you feel hungry... not the best... so I've gained 70 pounds over a couple of years. Yikes!

I'm looking for somewhere to connect to others and become motivators for each other.

I'm from Ontario!

Have a ...

New Sparkie....

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:01:42 EST

Hi! My name is Kimberley. This is my first day on being on my weight loss journey. I would like to lose weight & make some new friends along the way. :)

Hope everyone is having a great night!

100lbs to lose!

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:49:03 EST

Hi everyone, I'm Matt from Sherwood Park, AB, finally decided it's time to lose some pounds! Weight loss has definitely been on the backburner for me until now.....only 101.5lbs to go!

Hello!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:10:26 EST

Hello everyone! My name is Meisha, I'm 22, and live in Saskatchewan, Canada. I'm 5'5" and currently weigh 155lbs. Last year I lost 40lbs to weigh in at 141lbs, but since last summer with working in a bar and not keeping an eye on my diet and exercise, it's been fluctuating at higher weights. My goal is to lose this stubborn weight and keep it off, with an end goal of 130lbs. I have trouble motivating myself to workout sometimes. I also have a bad tendency to eat healthily during the day, and ...

Greetings and Salutations!

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:21:24 EST

Hello everyone,
My name is Wendy and I am a return SparkPeep. I was on here a few years ago and had moderate success so I thought I would try it again. Last week I completed a 26-week WW @Work program and although I lost 20 lb, it was the same four or five pounds lost and gained over and over again. My net loss after 26 weeks was 3 lb... at the low, low cost of $326.

Two weeks ago I watched the documentary Fat Sick and Nearly Dead and thought to myself... "hmmm... I'm two f...

80 days to lose 10 pounds

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:06:35 EST

Hello everyone!

I am a soon-to-be-bride with about 10 pounds to lose by the first week of July. I know I can do this but I struggle with tracking my food and working out. I have started to make "healthy choices" for the past 8 months, but my weight is still fluctuating so much (between 125 lbs. and 135). I didn't weigh myself this morning but I probably weigh about 128 lbs right now. I want to TRY to be no smaller than 120 lbs for my wedding.

A main problem in my house ...

the time is now

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 05:54:30 EST

Hi, I am 37 yrs.old, divorced and have 3 children. I was diagnosed 1.5 yrs.ago
With MS! Iam unable to work so I made the positive choice returning to college
To work on my social service worker diploma. Conscious eating has been on theback
Burner .. but now I have to make the lifestyle change.

New mom with 30 pounds or lose

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:40:08 EST

Hi all, I am just in the middle of my baby weight loss journal, I gained 75 pounds and have 30 pounds left to lose! I need motivational tips for busy ... Tired new moms and love to hear your success stories or tips!

Introduction

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:14:55 EST

Hi my name is Kathryn and I joined SparkPeople in order to change my life style and at the encouragement of my sister.

My Name is Lee-ann

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:21:20 EST

Hi Everyone,

My name is Lee-ann. I am new to spark people and am really not sure what to write. I joined this group to keep myself motivated, to get tips, to help keep myself accountable and to have an open and honest jouney to being more healthy.

I am from Winnipeg, Manitoba. I would love to chat with people on here who are also working on being more healthy and encouraging each other.

I am not sure what else :).

NEW BLOG: Worshiping in Your Dreams

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:56:41 EST

Have you ever worshiped in your dreams? I don't mean have you dreamed you were worshiping, but worship in your dreams. Here's a recent experience that I had.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/04/wors
hiping-in-your-dreams.html

New to Group

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:45:48 EST

Well, I've been here on SparkPeople for at least a month now and just found out about this group. I was born in Canada - my parents were American but lived there for at least 10 years while my brothers and I were born there. Ended up moving back to the US when my grandmother's health was failing (I was 8 years old). It was the hardest thing to do - leave my home.

Haven't been back in so long - embarrassed to even say how long - but I swear there is an enormous special place in m...

Hello

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 11:35:39 EST

I am sort of a return customer here on Spark's. I used the site for a short time about 3 years ago when I needed to lose wt for a hip replacement. Lately I have gained that wt. back and need to lose that again before the surgeon will do my knee replacement. As well as more for me. My biggest issue is exercise as I can not got for walks which I quite enjoy. My daughter and I just bought a treadmill shortly after Christmas and I can't use that until after the surgery either. I find starti...

Quinoa

Mon, 8 Apr 2013 23:53:54 EST

I tried Quinoa for the first time yesterday and I must admit, I don't like it. Does anyone have any suggestions of how to spice it up so that it is more enjoyable? (I am trying to get high protein, but am sick of chicken and fish and Quinoa is high protein).

Thanks!

A Spark Newbie... :)

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 22:31:43 EST

Hi All! My name is Kim. I'm on here to lose weight & make some friends along my journey. I am shy .. so if you don't see me around.. it's just of my shyness. I am however working on my shyness & hopefully I will be able to come out of my shell every so often and post a message on here .. or two. ;)

So, I just wanted to say "hi" and do a quicky intro. :) Hope to get to know some of you! :)

Have a great spark filled night.... & best of luck on your own journey'...

New Bluenoser

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 09:32:17 EST

Hi Everyone,

My 2nd day on Sparkpeople. Joined the gym about 3 weeks ago and am down 8 lbs since the beginning of March when I joined a private fitness challenge with some friends. Now I want to keep going and I think this is a good place to help keep me focused because I like making small goals and accomplishing them on the way.

Looking forward to the journey!

moderate/major expenses (throughout year)

Mon, 1 Apr 2013 22:56:35 EST

What are expenses you notice which come up *not* every month but do come up every year?

For example:

- birthday gifts
- car maintenance (if have a car)
- tuition (if attending school)
- clothing (usually per season)

Thanks for any ideas! ;)

April 2013. Calories IN and OUT!

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 08:30:27 EST

This will be our third month using the Daily Calorie Differential. I sure hope that this is helping some of you. I cannot deny that this is helping ME immensely. It reminds and encourages me to exercise more and eat less so that my differential will be greater every day. I sort of think ahead before I put in that extra piece of food in my mouth. Knowing your Daily Calorie Differential can make all the difference in your weight loss. You can also put in the point system used with Weight W...

Looking for support..and accountability!

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 07:43:04 EST

Hi everyone,

I'm new here and hoping that this site will give me what I need to be successful: A community of like-minded folks to help me on my journey and hold me accountable!
I'm from Nova Scotia, and with spring finally here and the snow melting away I am finally feeling a "spark" of motivation.
I'm 43 years old, and I've never been what you might call "skinny" but I have been successful in the past at reaching a weight I am happy with; at 5 ft 6, that would be, for m...

Happy Easter!!!

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 19:42:46 EST

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Awake, thou wintry earth
Fling off thy sadness!
Fair vernal flowers, laugh forth
Your ancient gladness
~Thomas Blackburn, "An Easter Hymn"

May you feel the hope of new beginnings, love and happiness during this joyful Easter holiday!

449 126 449 126 <...

Hello!

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:45:27 EST

Hi everyone! I am 24 years old and need to lose about 30 pounds. I can't believe I've let my weight get this out of control, I'm really hoping this group will help! Can anyone share any really awesome success stories as motivation?

thanks!
A

I have some new found hope that I can lose weight

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:52:56 EST

This is my 4th day on this site. I have over 100 lbs to lose. I recently received some diabetic education about my insulin. I had been doing a few things wrong for several years and I finally learned how to count carbs. I left that appointment with hope that with some changes in my food, the timing of my insulin injection and doing some exercises that I love, that I can finally lose this extra weight. This site was recommended to me by the diabetic nurse and I am very excited about everythi...

No better day to start than today!

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 22:54:22 EST

Hi! My name is Shaela, I have joined SparksPeople to find some great tools to keep motivating me to reach my goal!

I have always been a very active person, playing soccer, running, swimming, the whole 9 yards, although when I became an adult, and started doing adult thing (i.e. working behind a desk) it all stopped.

At 22 I've found myself in a rut. Having been such an active person, to all of a sudden, waking up, going to work, going home and sleeping. That's what my ...

Good Day

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:07:00 EST

Sorry, I’ve been dragging my feet to introduce myself not sure if the team/blogging is for me. So please forgive me if I’m not very social. I do read your posts and love how you inspire others. I, like some of you have a long agonizing journey ahead of me. So, here’s to one step less on my path.
Peace out,
ehlifesshort.

Checking in....

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:30:54 EST

started some UFC training on the wii....day 2 and I am feelin it but not in a bad way...Nice to see the sunshine and snow melting here in Ottawa, Ontario..how is everyone else doing? Whats new and exciting? How is the weather?

Hello!

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 08:46:06 EST

New here....today is my first day to a new and better me! Looking forward to it!

Failrly new to Sparks, New to this Team

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:05:44 EST

Hi. I'm Lin from Peterborough. I am trying to lose another 54 lbs. but am unable to do any strenuous exercise. In 5 weeks I've lost 3 lbs but only because I gained 2 and managed to get the 2 back off plus another, lol. I'm not giving up but sure am frustrated!

homemade replacement shake for optifast/b bariactr

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 09:58:12 EST

Recently my wife being quite over weight was a candidate for gastric bypass. When she turned it down they offered plan B which was to stay on a pure liquid diet of meal replacement shakes for many months. I was not convinced that these shakes that are made by Nessle are optimum for such an extreme approach so I got thinking. We are long time customers of Melaleuca The Health and Wellness Company and they make meal replacement shakes, but do not market them for such extreme dieting, so being...

Hi! Looking for support and accountability :)

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 21:55:57 EST

Hey everyone - I've been through this once before, and have successfully kept 25 pounds off for about a year and a half. However, I can feel my habits slipping, and my once-indestructable body image has taken a few hits in the mirror lately. I'm back to start things up again!

My main exercise is going to be a 10-week 10K program. The first time around, I lost most of my weight as I worked up to 5k. I really love having a program to be accountable to, so hopefully this will be a...

explaining body types to a child?

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 19:16:47 EST

I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how to best explain the difference in body types to children.
I have three daughters, my oldest is 8.5 and has a more curvy body type than her little sisters, especially my youngest who is very tiny for her age. I've explained to my daughter that as long as we live a healthy lifestyleby eating healthy, getting exercise, and limiting traets for special occasions that means she's a healthy little girl. The problem is she is constantly comparing h...

Hello

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 15:16:19 EST

Hi, I just joined SparkPeople and this group today. I'm 29 years old, 5 foot 4 inches tall (and hate being too short to reach the top shelf of my cupboards!) and weigh in at roughly 285 pounds (I haven't weighed myself in just over a week, so not 100% sure of my current weight). I've tried many different things to lose weight, but just haven't been able to stay on track. Every time I start to build myself up to get healthy, something comes along and sends me back down into my vicious cycle of...

* Weightloss! *

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:09:31 EST

Hey guys!

I've lost about 49 pounds in the last 8 months through calorie counting. I've had huge success with it, and I've learned a lot about nutrition and getting healthier. I started a blog about my journey last month and I haven't had a lot of visitors, unfortunately.

I'd love it if you guys would stop by and check out my progress pictures! I would appreciate any and all feedback, since I've grown to trust the SP community. I'm really more of a lurker, but I'm trying...

YoYo Mary

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:02:40 EST

Hi I joined Sparks people because I am a YoYo weight loss person. I lost 85 lbs over 2 years but in the last year I have gained 30 back. I broke my leg in October and could not put any weight on it and that just added to my frustration. I had gained about 10 at that point. I'm hoping to loose the 30 before I YoYo back to my 220 lbs again.

LOOKING FOR TWINS!!!

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:07:53 EST

Hi there! I'm looking for partners in slime that are similar in age, weight and height wanting to lose around the same amount! I will post my stats and please respond if you're a near match or dead on! Thank you so much in advance!

Age: 38
Height: 5'6"
Starting Weight: 164.6 (Feb. 20, 2013)
Current Weight: 155.0 (today)
Goal Weight: lower end of a healthy BMI? (for my small frame, healthy BMI is between 114.6 and 133. I will figure it out when I get there! My go...

Gaining momentum

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:27:49 EST

Hi, my name is Nancy and I'm 51 years old. I've been fit in the past but for the last few years I have been working a sedentary job and getting heavier. Now I'm training for a 10K run and this is where I've learned the damage I've been doing to myself. I have never had a hard time getting in shape before, but now it feels like I have to work twice as hard for the same results. The group I run with is in good shape already so I know it's going to take me a long time to catch up, but with s...

Hello! Introduction + My story...

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:05:43 EST

Hey everyone! I'm excited to be here! I'm trying really hard to get on board and lose the last 20 pounds that I want to lose.I'm 23 years old and about to graduate from university in April. I weigh 160 lbs at 5'6". My goal right now is to lose 20 pounds and get down to 140, while weight training and getting toned and fit.

My highest weight was around March 2011 and it was about 188 lbs. I was very unhappy and had been for a long time, so I finally decided to do a thorough cleanse,...

Hi Everyone

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:00:42 EST

I am new here. I've just completed my first week and am quite happy with the results, down 7 lbs. Of course this weight loss will slow down now, the first week is usually the best week. I've joined Sparkpeople in hopes of finding some friends and some support. I believe that supportive friends around you make for much better outcomes, so here I am.

More about me, I am happily married to a wonderful man who loves me no matter my weight. We will celebrate 10 years this fall, thank yo...

Just a University Girl

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:49:12 EST

Hey, guys!
My name's Alexandra and I'm a first year at University. Last month I found out that I actually did gain the 'freshmen 15' and decided that it was time that I got myself healthy again - who knew that eating microwavable dinners every day would gain you so many pounds ;D

Anyways, I've been eating clean for two weeks and I found that I lost 5 pounds! Very happy with myself. I can already tell the different in my waistline and my face.

Have a great day,

Lost 30 so far and looking to lose another 70-80!

Sat, 9 Mar 2013 17:22:42 EST

So I'm new to spark people and I'm hoping the community and features on this site will help motivate me to go further. My name is Mary and I'm 20, I've always been overweight since I can remember. On my 20th birthday I said enough is enough and started a regime.
Looking forward to losing weight with you all!

Hello everyone!

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 18:32:57 EST

I'm new to this site and just LOVE it! I've tried countless different way to track my food and my exercise, but found everything so boring... while this site is just fun!! I really appreciate the goals, the trophees, the boards, the support... well everything in fact!

I'm really happy to have found the site and all of you!

I'm dieting and quitting smoking, yahoo

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 14:14:32 EST

Hi, I live in Alcona, Ontario, that's south of Barrie. I am turning 54 in April so I am trying again to lose weight while I quit smoking. I tried at 50, I think I lasted 3days, boo hoo.

hii

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 09:19:26 EST

Hi all this is Natrea I decided in February that I needed to work out and lose weight. I started going to the gym religiously 4x a week. I'm feeling blah right now because I haven't noticed any changes. I tried counting calories but not all the foods
I eat can be counted.

East cost

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 08:55:29 EST

Hello to everyone from out East.
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Living in the Dead Zone (Part 2)

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 18:40:54 EST

If God gave you a button to push that would release you from the one thing that bothers you the most... would you do it? Here's my thoughts on that issue.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/03/livi
ng-in-dead-zone-part-2.html

Almost March Break

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 15:33:47 EST

Well folks,

One more day before March break and 2 more days before hubby and I fly to the Mexico for a week. I have no idea what I am going to eat there but will enjoy the sun and the "get away" feeling.
I feel like I have been eating a lot the last 2 days, especially dipping into the carbs and the sugar. Although it's been so long since I've eaten either that I think both are making me tired. So, tomorrow is going to be a struggle to get through the last day. May be on here ...

13.8lbs down in just 6 weeks & I need your help :)

Tue, 5 Mar 2013 13:56:35 EST

I have a small favour to ask of you ladies, which would mean a LOT to me. Could you kindly take 5 seconds of your day to vote for me at the included link? Six weeks ago I started my participation in a transformation contest. In that time, I lost a total of 13.8lbs, plus several inches, despite suffering a foot injury. The prizes are personal training sessions, which I could REALLY use after having two children and having lost nearly 60lbs since the year following my son's birth. The top 5 lad...

March 2013! Move it!

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 12:02:31 EST

On this thread please let us know what you did as exercises.

March 2013! Calories IN and OUT!

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 11:37:37 EST

We've done one month of the Daily Calorie Differential. For those who have lost some weight, please let us all know about it! Knowing your Daily Calorie Differential can make all the difference in your weight loss. It personally affects my wanting to exercise and eat less much more a reality. On this thread, just put down your score on a daily basis. If you're like me, I have a pad beside my computer where I insert all my information so if you don't have time to insert on a daily basis, ...

5 DAYS OLD AT SPRK PEOPLE

Sat, 2 Mar 2013 03:13:36 EST

Hi everyone I'm from Nova Scotia yes a Maritimer. I'm just get the hang of it all and I'm like a kid in a candy store not knowing which one to choose. Hmm now that I wrote that I guess not too many for this kid right now. 30 I'm 62 years old and have gained weight from inactivity that started about 1 and half yrs ago. I have neck probs but with pain specialists have been managed up until then. I had actually joined a Zumba class which I loved but not sure if it like me. Anyway can...

Living in the Dead Zone (Part 1)

Fri, 1 Mar 2013 21:23:34 EST

Ever get the feeling like life is just blah. I mean those times when nothings exciting, but it's not depressing either. It's just....blah. Here's what I learned recently while I was at the doctor's office.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/03/livi
ng-in-dead-zone-part-1.html

Hello

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:29:09 EST

Just thought I would say a quick hello :) Fairly new still to this site, but so far learning lots and very much enjoying all the fun things to do...oh and seeing the pounds come off is pretty awesome too ;)
Happy journeys, and I will probably see some of you around :)

So far so good

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:42:08 EST

Decided to join as to be healthier and join my wife in our efforts together to improve our health,fitness and eventual weight lose. Would love to her similar success stories and any helpful advice.

Best Regards

Scott

So far so good

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:26:02 EST

Thou Shalt Not Kill: You’re Guilty!

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:36:59 EST

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Blog post:
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-shalt-not-kill-youre-guilty.html

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Hi there, another 'newbie'

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 17:59:23 EST

I am a 40 something mom of 3 awesome kids - stopped smoking November 2011, and put on a lot of weight. Cycled to and from work last summer, and I am going to do it again this year, but I need to drop a few pounds (ok a lot of wieght) first and get the cardio back in shape again. I really like the X-Box Kinect 'Your Shape - Fitness Evolved' by Ubisoft (2011 and 2012) as my fitness tool and my husbands punching bag and free weights - I can't afford to join a gym, but it is really fun and hard ...

Hi Everyone :) I am getting stared.

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 14:11:03 EST

Hi everyone,
My name is Alex and I live in Alberta, Canada. I am just starting this new fitness and weight loss program.
I am at 83.6 Kg (184.4 lb) and want to go down to 76 Kg and reduce my waist size by 5 inches.
This website seems to be a useful tool in tracking and getting valuable information.

Hi Everyone :) I am getting stared.

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:20:58 EST

tracking

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 09:58:14 EST

Sooo happy to see some Canadian brands like Blue Menu in the database...makes tracking easier!

Signs of Spring?

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 07:54:06 EST

longer days-light till 7pm 67

Comforting

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:44:34 EST

Its great to know there are Canadians here.
SP is an amazing and overwhelming site. Its nice to read and maybe even come across a fellow Canadian who MAY even live close by. Who knows. But all and any support is so necessary and encouraging.

Have People Noticed ???

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:43:14 EST

So, you've dropped some weight and are feeling better about yourself.
How much weight did you have to loose before someone actually said ( totally unsolicited ) something like......
"Have you lost weight" 38

New but not so new

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:29:21 EST

Hi everyone. My name is Crystal and I'm from Edmonton. I've been actively around for just over a month now and realized it was time to take the next step and start taking in some of the forums.

Hiya fellow Canadians!

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 10:26:57 EST

New here as of yesterday! Excited to be a healthier, happier me and maybe make some friends along the way!

I really enjoy walking, hiking and all activities outdoors (mostly) - I'm in the East Kootenays if anyone's in the area and wants a hiking buddy!

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Intermittent fasting

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:02:42 EST

Hello all....I'm quite new to Sparkpeople and have just set my goals for the next year. My sister mentioned she had good results with intermittent fasting (eat for 8 hours/fast for 16 hours daily). Has anyone had any similar results? Thoughts? I am committed with daily exercise and healthy eating but thought no food from 6 pm to 10 am would fit into my schedule. Thanks!

HELP

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:55:09 EST

i AM FINDING THAT AM LOSING NO WEIGHT AND I AM ALWAYS EXHAUSTED HAD BLOOD WORK DONE WAS ALL OK.... I MUST BEING DOING SOMETHING WRONG

Helloooooo! It's me, Jayne!

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 16:42:18 EST

Hi folks,

I've been on SparkPeople for about a month, but this is my first time on the boards. In the last 4 weeks I've lost 7 and a half pounds... okay, okay 7.4 if you want to get technical. :)

I've been struggling with some health issues so this downward movement of the scale is a great sign that I'm on the right track. Say it with me... wheeeeeeee!

I'm a Canadian gal from the East Coast. I've been a vegetarian for years and more recently discovered I'm ...

This is new to me

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 20:33:33 EST

My name's Mary and I'm hoping that Sparkpeople is the answer for me to get past my slump and get through the plateau that I've reached. I just can't seem to get the last 18 lbs. off. I've struggled with my weight my whole life (I'm 48) and I'd like to be able to say that I mastered this struggle before I turn 50. 129

Can food as a reward be part of a healthy diet?

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 16:27:09 EST

I've always been in the habit of rewarding myself with food; like a trip to the coffee shop to relax, or "If I finish all the laundry, I'll have some cookies", etc. I also show my affection through food, such as making my family their favourite dinner, or a nice dessert. Of course, now, I'm trying to adjust these habits, but I actually don't think I want to eliminate them completely. What's wrong with using food both for fuel and for enjoyment? I'd love to hear other people's thought on this.

Back again

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 16:08:10 EST

Hello all,

Two kids, one divorce and a new job later I've gained back 30 lbs (ouch!!!). I'm back and ready to get back on track!

Daily Calorie Differential challenge

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 20:58:46 EST

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hiya all. My name is Mary

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 20:38:35 EST

I am here to get healthy. I want healthy for the rest of my life . That includes better food choices and moving alot more .

February 2013 - What did you do as exercise today?

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 17:35:33 EST

Yesterday, I did some housework for about one hour. However, today I started with a 4 mile walk with Leslie Sansone and did 40 minutes of strength training. This evening, I have a two hour long Zumba class (differential levels). By the end of the day, I will have done 220 minutes of fitness. WooHoo!

Still Trying

Mon, 4 Feb 2013 16:17:22 EST

Taking another crack at weight loss cause my health demands it. My numbers are way out of the healthy zone and I must change them. This is serous business with me tis time.

Hi everyone...so glad to be here!

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 23:35:06 EST

Well first let me start by saying I'm so happy I found this site. It will take some getting used to but I think I will get through it! So far I have had one set back..when it's my husband's days off I fall off the wagon...very time! Is it bad that I use those 2 days as rest days and allow myself some treats? Keeping in mind though, I don't want to ruin the Orkney I have done the rest of the week!
I hope I will be able to stick to this and get a handle on those weight/ fitness thi...

Hi everyone...so glad to be here!

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 23:34:18 EST

February 2013 - Make it count! Calories IN and OUT

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 17:51:59 EST

Knowing your Daily Calorie Differential can make all the difference in your weight loss. I know that it affects my wanting to exercise and eat less much more a reality. On this thread, just put down your score on a daily basis. If you're like me, I have a pad beside my computer where I insert all my information so if you don't have time to insert on a daily basis, do it when you have a bit more time..

Remember, to lose one pound, you need to burn 3500 calories (average of eating...

New Diabetic

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 15:17:55 EST

Hi
I am redvelvet69561.
I am thinking of changing it to Full Of Sugar!

Well 2013 really kicked me in the butt.
I am 56
My BP went to 200, I always has low pressure so I never watched it.

But the kicker was last Tues, went into emerg. my foot was swollen, lots of pain, and bright red.
The Doc asked if I was Diabetic, "No, I answered". He came back and told me my blood sugar was 30

I am on a I.V. for an infected toe.
2 meds for Di...

Hi everyone

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 09:31:49 EST

Hi, I joined on Jan.18th but was shy to communicate. I need to lose 35-40 pounds and I quit smoking 2 weeks ago. I'm having trouble staying with the diet, get the munches after supper but doing a lot of exercise so have stayed at the same weight. Think I need to reach out and get committed here.
Brend a in Ontario, Canada

pushing myself

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 17:43:10 EST

I found that today I had not menu planned, extra daycare kids (one of them is 4 months old) and was just plain lazy to make lunch.

I fed the baby, got her into the swing and forced myself to make lunch. I made a scrambled egg with salsa and pepper jack cheese, 4 cracks with a little peanut butter, a salad and an orange.

I feel so much better now that I did that. I have been taking pictures of my plate every meal to help keep me on track. If I don't post the picture to...

FitBit

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 09:34:27 EST

G'day! Do you have a FitBit? I'm wondering if there are any problems connecting it in Canada.

Back again

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 02:44:35 EST

Hello,
I've been a member of SP on and off for years. Always successful when I am truly committed.
I've also been a member of this team for quite sometime, and would like to be active in it again. I look forward to getting to know you all.

Use the stairs? Check this out!

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:27:37 EST

OMG I couldn't find how to track my stairs on the fitness tracker....but I also keep a personal fitness journal where I write it all down as well....and I found this link!......IF you use the stairs check this out!.....

stairway.hc-sc.gc.ca/calcalc.aro

Getting to a Healthier ME

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:05:55 EST

Hi this is my first week on SparkPeople. Four months ago I quit smoking - quit cold turkey. I was a pack a day smoker and smoked for over 20 years. After getting a chest cold and couldn't breathe I finally realized that I needed to quit smoking, I needed to be around for my girls. I needed to get healthier

That was September 24, 2012 now 4 months later and still smoke free, it's now time to address the weight gain. I'm not sure how many pounds I have put on - truth be told I h...

I'm Michelle and I am desperate to lose 15 lbs

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:20:52 EST

I am turning 40 in a few weeks and so want this 15 lbs gone. I have yoyo dieted since I can remember and just want it off for good. I have no willpower and I love to eat. Everyone at my job is fit and eats healthy, but they like to bring any junk food they don't want, to work and I can't say no to it!! Help!!

Hello from a Newbie

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:29:37 EST

I am new to Sparkpeople and am here to learn how to lose 31 to 36 pounds and keep it off. I am just starting and a friend of mine pointed this site out to me. Thank you Audrey! It reminds me of a site I used when I quit smoking many years ago. Many forums to help people. So I am happy to be here and could use some friends with similar goals to mine and similar interests. I am 60, love travelling, tolerate politics but still have a keen interest, love to cook but am changing that as well...

Wheat Free?

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:59:51 EST

Does anyone here follow a wheat free diet? I'm thinking of giving it a try, after a conversation I heard this morning, but know very little about it.

cold weather and calories

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:51:30 EST

Today is the coldest day of the year where I live and boy am I ever hungry. This is the first time in a month where I actually feel hunger. I am thinking it is because it is so cold today and with my job, I am in and out of the car alot. Do you think this makes sense?

New to spark people- BF mom of 3 in Kamloops BC.

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:40:13 EST

I am new to spark people. I actually signed up over a year ago just before I found out I was expecting baby #3. I decided to take a break from dieting while pregnant and establishing breastfeeding with my daughter. She is now 7 months old, I am due back to my physically demanding job in 4 short months and I would like to find a forum for breastfeeding mommies who face the same challenges as me. Dieting without compromising my milk supply, exercising with my daughter so I can enjoy the time I ...

Still Figuring It All Out! :))

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:23:15 EST

Hi there,

I've only just tapped into this resource and I'm still trying to sort it all out, so give me a little time. I am hoping that this is what I've been looking for. I don't want to spend any more money on knowledge that I already have in regards to weight loss and being healthy. I have the tools... I just need to make the commitment and get on with it! Still, I want to do it at my own pace and know that this isn't a race or a competition. It is just me working on me... :...

Am I a member of Calling all Canadians?

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 23:41:01 EST

I didn't see a button where it asks me to join, so is it just by posting a message that one becomes a member?

Hello again

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:28:45 EST

Hi everyone. My name is Leanne and I am back again for another round of spark people.

I had lost over 40lbs a couple years ago. I ended up needing to go for gall bladder surgery (which is normal when you loose a ton of weight as quickly as I did). I thought, oh I will just eat what I want and get back on the program with out any issues. Well I was wrong. I lost my mojo :(

I am back though and ready to hold my self accountable. Since Thursday I have already lost 4....

Maritimer new to this group

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:45:14 EST

Hello, I'm a New-Brunswicker. 54 y.o. female. Wishing to loose 70 lbs. Anyone with tips, motivational "speech", encouragement would be greatly appreciate. Glad to be part of the group. 252

Balmy here in Brampton Ontario

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:59:04 EST

Hey everybody,
Going up to 12 degrees tomorrow with rain....last week we were in the "deep" freeze. Either way, I still have to concentrate on food. Am writing so I don't go to the back room at work and haul out a container of chocolates. So, if anyone has a minute to chat, I'm here.

Hello All !!

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 09:10:04 EST

Hi everyone !! So glad to be here !! I am a passionate, positive, lively, funny (well I think so) 41 year old woman who just wants to enjoy simplicity and the beauty of life ! That includes my health and meeting new people that will support me on my journey ! I am a social worker, a zumba instructor (my passion :) and now after being DX since 2007 with Ulcerative colitis I follow the SCD diet and on my way to recovery ! I want to create a community kitchen a support group where I live (Mont...

starting again

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 10:42:53 EST

As my username says, Life starts today. In my first week of this program and I am both intrigued and inspired by what I am seeing here. Proud to be Canadian. I just want to be a healthy, fit Canadian. 636

HOLY COLD EH!?!

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:46:19 EST

Here in Ottawa we have a cold spell....currently -31* with the windchill YIKES!

I am making this work to my advantage though....I live on the 8th floor of the building and everyone has their heat FULL BLAST so my apartment is so hot and thus my heat is very low....i also have the windows open (not super wide) but there's a cool air flowing in....so it keeps me moving! I have been dancing around like a nut and i must say it feels good to let it out!

What are you guys doin...

winter fun

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:13:56 EST

I snowshoe as much as I can but would like to get suggestions on other outdoor activities.

Nova Scotians

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:03:24 EST

Just wanting to see how many Nova Scotians are in this group, and where everybody is located :)

Hi Everyone!!

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:05:00 EST

Hi, I'm new to SP. I am a mom of 2 great kids under the age of 5. I am looking forward to starting this new journey in my life and I hope to get some support from this group. If you feel like it add me as a friend and lets be inspirational to eachother

Just Joined :)

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:37:55 EST

Hi There,

Just joined here tonight and really exicted to be able to chat with fellow canadian ladies and gents.

I live out of Ottawa ontario, in the country. Don't know many people so wanted to find some sanity and motivation for my goal of losing 58 lbs.

The Power of a Lemon

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:31:33 EST

I was sent this article on facebook and just had to log it to remind me to take this into action .. it's a great tip ... please note that it is not my own writing .. but it's the message that is most important

"Amazing facts about lemons
All it is.....is a frozen lemon

Many professionals in restaurants and eateries are using or consuming the entire lemon and nothing is wasted. How can you use the whole lemon without waste?

Simple.. place the washed le...

Hi

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 12:06:34 EST

Hi there
I am from Calgary, AB I have been on Spark in the past but now I am back and ready to make a change in my life

Hi

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 11:39:26 EST

Hello All

I am from Toronto, ON

SherG

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:39:41 EST

hi everyone, my name is Sheryl.
this is my second round of loosing weight - i am working on my last 20 lbs after taking a brief intermission( so to speak) of loosing weight.
i first starting loosing weight in the later part of 2010 with the help of curves - and i lost a total of 60 lbs and 7 dress sizes.
you have to be true to yourself - you have to love yourself, and who you are before you can truly loves others
when is comes to nutrition - if you do have thos...

Hi walking on hills helps lol

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:22:58 EST

I am in BC on beautiful Vancouver Island.I am starting again but my commitment to loosing weight and being healthy is 100%. I just have to stay on track. thanxs

Calories Burned

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 22:25:21 EST

how is everyone today?? Good i hope.

So i just did the biggest loser game and im wondering if the calorie burner is off on it? I do have a hear rate monitor watch that i just got and used and its saying in 25min i burned 55. Can that be right?

thanks for the help

Measurement Fluctuations?

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:34:35 EST

Hey Everyone,

I have been fluctuating with my measurements in my Waist by 0.5 of an inch and my Abdomen by 0.5-1.0 inch over the last two weeks. I have been gaining inches in these spots but continuing to lose in all the other areas. I was just wondering if it happens to anyone else? If it has, how did you deal with it?
- I measure myself same time every week (only once a week)
- I have been losing weight

(For the ladies: This hasn’t happened during "that" ti...

Big loss today! Tracker question

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:54:05 EST

I'm so excited! I just weighed in and lost 5.5 lbs! that hasen't happened in a while! Of course this time is attributed to the stomach flu last Thursday and Friday, but I'll take it however I can get it. I just noticed though, my tracker shows kg and when I posted my starting weight and today's weight I assumed pounds. How do I change it?

Accountability Pal

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 23:28:22 EST

Hi,

Im read this on another page and am stealing it because its a great idea.

Im looking for someone to text pal. Basically that go to person when your feeling like giving up on this, or having craving. that sort of thing. I don't know anyone thats really trying to lose weight and i have a two trips set at my half way mark and then goal. My aim is to be close to the half way point by my birthday in March.

Anyone interested??
Im 26, single mom, have a 5...

hello sparkpeople

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:32:43 EST

Hi there! I am a mother of 2 children, a girl who is almost 8 and a boy who just turned 5! I have strugled all my life with my weight! I am wanting to loose enough to make me healthy again! I don't want to be my mother who is 60 and is having trouble walking and breathing! I also want to be able to play with my kids for a long time! Any support is what I need! The more the merrier! My husband of 11 years has type 1 diabetes so me eating better allows him to eat better! I am a farmer ...

snowshoebunny

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:06:21 EST

Hi Everyone, I've done it and joined this site. Wish me luck!

NEW Blog: Can You Recognize a Blessing in Disguise

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 15:01:17 EST

NEW Blog post: Sometimes things aren't how they seem. Sometimes blessings come from the most unlikely paths.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/01/can-
you-recognize-blessing-in-disguise.html

Hey guys!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:19:53 EST

Hey guy!

I have been on a journey of weight loss for a year and five months. I started my weight loss journey at 311lbs and I currently weight 165.4lbs. I am very proud of my accomplishments thus far but still looking to lose 40lbs. I hope to meet many new people, help others and support you all with your weight loss goals or helping you live a healither lifestyle. Good luck to everyone and their 2013 goals!!!

Samantha

Hello Everyone!

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 23:55:30 EST

Hi everyone. Just thought I'd introduce my self to you. My name is Linda (Fuzzylambsears) and I live in Southwestern Ontario. I've looked at SparkPeople before but was too shy to join properly, but I've decided to jump in with both feet. I have about 85 lbs to lose and if I don't do something about it now, I never will. I've been procrastinating and watching the weight go on for about 25 lbs. and it's time to stop. I'm looking forward to being part of this group and meeting you.

My new vice: caffeine

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 10:00:27 EST

I never used to be a coffee drinker at all. I enjoyed juice and sugary, milky latte-type drinks, which are both now cut from my diet. I have coffee with breakfast, and throughout the day whenever I need a boost and would normally have turned to sugar. I know I should drink water instead, but sometimes it just doesn't cut it. Does anyone else have this problem?

Hi everyone!

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 09:31:04 EST

I am one of the many people signing up as a new year's resolution. I had a baby last spring. Even before getting pregnant I had started gaining weight, but I have now lost the baby weight plus about 15lbs, I'm hoping SparkPeople can help me lose the last few pounds to reach my goal weight. I'd love to get there by my birthday in June, so I can treat myself to a cute new summer wardrobe :)
Also, I enjoy running. My post-baby fitness goal was to run a half-marathon, and I did it, but it w...

SparkPeople Cook Book

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:05:25 EST

I know some of you have purchased the SparkPeople Cook Book. What do you think of it? Is it useful? I know we can search for recipes here, so I'm wondering if it is worth getting the book. It's about $15 online, from Chapters.

Back on Track

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:14:17 EST

Hi I'm Jackie from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. 2012 was a terrible year for me in so many ways but I'm finally back in charge and ready to get serious about taking charge of my life again. Looking forward to meeting all of you and helping each other along the journey.

Hello from the Vancouver, BC!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:17:07 EST

I am so happy I found SparkPeople! This is a fun website, and very useful. I am looking forward to connecting with the various communities, and finding inspiration from others.

I am fresh and not a clue in where to start

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:12:31 EST

I am new to this entire thing. The only thing I know is I have to loose my weight and I am so ignorant to how to do so or where to start. I am a mom of two and a busy life style. I need to know in steps that are accomplishable and have someone who is as intsted in it as I am to help lend ideas and opinions and possibly help one another on this crazy journy

NEW Blog Post: What Do I Want to Crave?

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:57:01 EST

NEW Blog post: Are you craving what you should be craving?

www.worshipmelodies.com/2013/01/what
-do-i-want-to-crave.html

Help I'm new to the site and having ISSUES!!!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:54:10 EST

Hello there,
I just started Sparkpeople a week ago and love it!!! However I have noticed that when I personally enter foods that I eat into the nutrion tracker I cannot find it later on the search site unless I put it in my favorites. Am I missing something really simple??? Do I need to create a Spark Page? I have no idea, really busy most of the time and just happy to find the time to put in the calories I have consumed and track my sodium intake. Wow I feel like everything has salt and...

drives me bananas ..lol

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:27:14 EST

Can anyone answer me this question why is it that when you add a med banana to your food tracker it shows 109 cal. 28 carbs, 1 fat 1 protein. But when it is listed on the menu for a large banana it is 63 cal. 16 carbs. 0 fat and 1 protein? Do Medium banana's have more calories, carbs and fat than large banana's? just find that kinda weird 40

Points to-day

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 06:18:23 EST

5/7

Points, points, points!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 06:41:35 EST

7/5 345

And again...

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 22:54:54 EST

Hi! I'm an almost-40, almost-divorced single mom of an amazing 5.5 year old. I have a lot of trouble with emotional/stress induced eating as I don't have a lot of down time to spend on me.

I welcome any friends, and would love to find others in Edmonton to chat with - perhaps even find a few walking buddies... who knows.

I lost 40 pounds before using Spark People and I hope that this reboot will give me the incentive I need to lose the rest!

Passing of the phrase

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 20:13:55 EST

"Eat Lite to Be Lite" Pass on the Phrase to other groups

Thank you SongbirdPaula for the inspiration....

Anyone from Newfoundland

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 12:18:06 EST

Hi all,
I'm from Newfoundland and wondering if there are other sparkers from here as well. Maybe someone might live close by. I could use a buddy!!!

Lorraine

Wishes

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 08:53:19 EST

With every wish that you make comes the power to make it come true.
But it is up to you to provide the work that will make it a reality.
Are you using your power to make your wishes come true today?
Libby Rosenauer.

Well.....are you?

I am! 334

hello SparkPeople

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 07:14:43 EST

starting today 37 pounds to lose

1day Newbie!

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 06:08:44 EST

Hi all Canadians. I am in the beautiful city of Kingston, Ontario. I paddle on a breast cancer survivor dragon boat team and my goal is to get buffed for the team and for me. 40 pound to lose! I am giving myself two years to get into better physical condition and be all that I want to be when I hit 60!

Not a newbie, but have been absent

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 05:14:58 EST

213 I had to go through some life lessons before understanding what my goal in life and living is really all about. Although I am not a newbie, in the sense of new to sp, I have not been on spark for a while, so I guess, I am sort-of new. I look forward to the interaction and making new friends. Most importantly, I hope to meet my goal of living a healthy, active lifestyle and perhaps, lose a few inches along the way.

To all the "new" newbies to sp, keep it simple. ...

2013 January - My activity for the day was...

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 12:20:24 EST

On this thread, indicate the exercises or activities done.

2013 January - Calories eaten vs calories burned

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 12:16:41 EST

Knowing your Daily Calorie Differential can make all the difference in your weight loss. I know that it affects my wanting to exercise and eat less much more a reality. On this thread, just put down your score on a daily basis. If you're like me, I have a pad beside my computer where I insert all my information.

Remember, to lose one pound, you need to burn 3500 calories (average of eating 500 calories less per day).

www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/myreport
-...

Your weather forecast today?

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 11:10:34 EST

Hi I'm newish here (joined in 2006 but have never really participated until now).

What is the weather forecast in your corner of Canada? I'm in SW Ontario & it is 0C here with a 60% chance of mixed precipitation. We had a about 2 cm of snow early this morning.

Here I go!

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 00:59:58 EST

Hello from Fraser Valley BC,

Im here to try this because counting points is beyond me anymore. I lost 65lbs seven years ago, had a baby and got divorced abd Im here to do it again!

Nice to meet you all!

Just joined

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 22:17:56 EST

Hello everyone,
I am new here, doesn't know much about the site. Looking forward for your support.

Ukrainian christmas eve

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 21:05:03 EST

It is Ukrainian christmas eve Sunday. We do most of the celebrating on the 25th. Only fish three kinds of perogies and ofcoarse wheat. After this weekend the tree goes down. We like to do puzzles in Jan. Puzzles and knitting keeps me out of the fridge. Something I really have to work on . Good weekend everyone.

Magie in Dauphin, Man. 381

Greetings from (near) London, Ontario

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 19:30:50 EST

I want 2013 to be the year I get serious about living a Heathy lifestyle! I'm 54 and need to get into an active fitness routine. Snowshoeing, perhaps? 425

Midsection weight

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 17:35:30 EST

Hi everyone,
I have rejoined SP. I have gained a few extra pounds since I have been away. I am up to 202.0 pounds now! And my joints feel it. I have started walking today, I only done 15 minutes but I have to start somewhere.I have lost 20 pound when I first joined SP. The worst is my midsection, I have a difficult time losing weight there and am so embarrassed when people ask me if I'm pregnant . Anyone else have this problem? 46 HELP!

chia seeds are they for losing weight ?

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 10:57:10 EST

I read that chia seeds helped you loose weight because they absorbed water and made you feel fuller. After about 4 days of trying them I got on the scale and was up 3 pounds. I quickly searched the internet and typed in do chia seeds make you gain weight and low and behold it says they may cause a weight gsin as it makes you retain water. So what now. Take them for the omega's or forget aqbout them? I think I just answered my own question. I think I'll find a different form of omega's. ...

I need your help with a recipe!!

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 20:21:15 EST

I made a pumpkin banana bread recipe.

It makes 2 breads.

But then it says it makes 20 servings.

Do you think it's 20 servings per bread?
Or
10 servings per bread X 2 breads= 20 servings?

At 150 calories per serving, it makes a difference!

hi all new to the site

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 19:45:58 EST

I am looking to learn how to manage my weight, diabeties, depression and so much more.

Try, try again

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 10:04:26 EST

My world fell apart on January 9, 2012 when my 32-year old son died of colon cancer. Since that time, I've gained 10+ pounds and was overweight to begin with. Steve was a high school gym teacher and appeared to be the picture of health prior to his diagnosis the previous October. He wanted so badly for me to exercise.

I've come to the realization that I can't do this alone so I really hope this group is active and I will do my best to encourage others. I know myself well enough to ...

Back to Do What Works

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 10:03:25 EST

I used to be a member about 2 or 3 years ago, and SparkPeople helped me a lot in achieving the goals I had set for myself. Once I got there, though, I began to focus on other things, drifted away from SP and eventually deleted my profile. It's been all downhill from there. I am back now to do what I know works for me and it's nice to see some faces and names that I remember. Thank you for still being here.

starting fresh

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 19:38:57 EST

willy, im tracy.
I'm tryingtoloseweight and keep it off. I've lost weight in the past, but seem to put it all back on easily. looking for lifestyle changes and support. hoping joining sparks eill help.

Newbe

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 11:49:25 EST

Hi, new here, started on new years day and no this is not a resolution,It is a lifestyle change. how am I doing yes attitude change not a resolution a lifestyle change.I am married to a wonderful man 33 years we have 3 grown children 2 boys and a girl.I have 50 lbs to loose all that baby weight lol.I am diabetic and joined sparks to see if I can't get my health back even just a little. so need motivation people i'm weak and i know it ,but this is going to be my year.I am staying on track so f...

Cautiously excited to start this journey... again!

Wed, 2 Jan 2013 16:59:19 EST

Hi everyone! I'm a teacher in my late 20s, have been married for almost 4 years and have been desperately trying for a baby for a year now with no happy results. I'm ready to focus more on my own health in hopes of finally having a healthy pregnancy and baby. I have a long journey to my ultimate goals, but I have to start somewhere! Hopeing to find some support and motivation through sparkpeople.

New form Edmonton

Wed, 2 Jan 2013 15:20:20 EST

I am a single Mom of 2 and I am also a student. I am so busy with school that this is going to be a challenge but one that I need so much!!

Like I said I am a Mom of 2 but it is getting to the point that they have grown into their own. My son just turned 18 and my daughter will be 16 shortly. With the new career on the horizon I want a new start and I want to be able to enjoy what I have been working so hard for. Now is the time to change what I have wanted to but didn't for far t...

New Year Greetings from Hamilton, ON

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 22:25:57 EST

I am not new to Spark, but I am new to this site. Look forward to meeting Spark Friends.
Have a great day.
Florence

Hi

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 18:48:37 EST

Thanks for the opportunity to join. Still learning all this site has to offer. Look forward to any tips you have.

Sending out Salutations from Toronto, Ontario

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 13:07:41 EST

Greetings and high 213 from me to you!

Newbie here, looking to get settled in quickly - unpack my HEAVY baggage and start living lighter and with more energy.

Feel free to drop me a line, progress will occur within a PACT 211

BlessUp

Trying something new!!!

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 10:24:58 EST

Hi Everyone!

I'm a 33 year old mom to a beautiful one year old daughter, Amelia. Since Amelia was born, I had lost all of the pregnancy weight + 20 pounds...thank you breastfeeding!! ;) However, since I returned to work and stopped breastfeeding, I have gained it all back at what seems like lightning speed. This has proven to me that I'm in a serious state of denial regarding my eating habits!

My hope is that tracking everything I eat, and the exercise I do, will help to...

hello

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 05:06:10 EST

Hi, i am a busy mom of three is is having a hard time losing those last couple of pounds(10-15).I am hoping this will help keep me accountable to my daily goals, and long term goals.

Happy New Year

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 03:32:46 EST

I'm a 48 yr old, married, mom of 3 teen sons, nursing student. To lose 50 lbs I need to exercize more, ugh, and eat less per meal. My house is a mess, and I want an even better relationship with my husband. I'm looking forward to improving all these things a little at a time. I think the challenges could work for me.

Greetings from London Ontario!

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 09:50:53 EST

London is my home but I also spend a lot of the summer time at Turkey Point on Lake Erie.

Hey from Montreal!

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 22:24:15 EST

Hey everyone!

My name's Marcie, I'm a licensed practical nursing student from Montreal and I'm finally ready to take the leap and get my act together. I really want to be healthier, happier, and not be worried about how I look or feel ashamed to wear the clothing I like. I just recently finished "The Spark" and I'm hoping this site is as inspirational and helpful as the book made it seem.

All the best, and looking forward to getting to know you all,

Marcie ...

Fighter.....

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 20:12:24 EST

.....is looking for some support to lose weight and stay motivated to exercise. Anybody from Alberta ,Canada?

trying to loose weight

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 23:06:29 EST

hi, i am on Dr.poons diet, its my forth week , i lost 14 pounds, but now its getting hard to shed i am following my diet but still i am not losing.

Holiday Wishes

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 00:26:49 EST

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It came without ribbons! It came without tags! It came without packages, boxes or bags!"... Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before! "Maybe Christmas," he thought, "doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more!
~ Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

May you have the gladness of Chri...

HI I'm Marion but everyone calls me Abby

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:31:22 EST

I;m 30 lbs o everweight. For health reasons I need to lose it. My back is fused and I'm diabetic 2.

I tend to lose it and then not stick to a change of lifestyle then gain it all back.

Since I have so many restrictions - I.e. no dairy, no wheat or gluten, no nuts or seeds, etc. it''s hard to stick to any plan, but I need to do it.

T rust that I have come to the right place to lose this weight!

Abby

21/12/12

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 05:24:00 EST

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Hello From the East Coast

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:20:37 EST

Hello Everyone!

I am from the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia!

I am 25, a wife, a mom and a full-time student studying from home! My life is busy! I have had weight issues my whole life but before having my son had managed to get my weight down to a healthy range. After my son was born I had a lot of weight to lose and three years later still need to lose a bunch of weight!

I'm happy to be here and look forward to meeting my fellow team mates!!

Cheers...

Bonjour from snowy Quebec City

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:40:17 EST

Hi everyone! I just joined SP (for the second time) and I'm hoping that this time I'll be able to achieve my goals. My weight has been slowly going up and now I found out that I'm pre-diabetic and my general health is not so great. That scared me and I want to regain "control" over my body. I've been trying to loose weight for a while but always on my own, thinking that I didn't need help or support (and not wanting anyone to judge me!). But here I know I'll get the support I need and with al...

exercise a-z

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 06:35:01 EST

Hi,
Here is a way to show our creativity on ways to exercise. Just go to the next letter and list a way to exercise.

Hi All - Season Greetings

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 20:05:30 EST

Skinny all my life, I thought I would never need to lose weight.
Its been 6 weeks smoke free (cold turkey)
I love food and now eat more since not smoking - Hard to find a balance.

Need help.

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:19:16 EST

Hello everyone: I am an overweight, overworked mother of four children. I have two jobs both of which I work at Monday to Thursday. I start work at 6:00 a.m. and finish at 9:30 p.m. Normally I will go home for 3:00 p.m. to start supper for my husband and the two children at home. Lately, though, I have gone from one job to another. . I am a Type 2 Diabetic, not on medication. I need help planning my meals for these days. I have tried to follow the Atkins diet to keep my sugar low, but sometim...

Snowed in in Alberta lol

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 23:43:08 EST

Finally decided that I could use some support in my weight loss efforts. I live in Pine Lake, Alberta. If you know Alberta, Red Deer is just about halfway between Edmonton and Calgary and Pine Lake is 40 km southeast of Red Deer.

I am a very shy person, I don't like to share my personal life. So, I have been reluctant to seek public support for my weight loss. Like I said above I finally decided that I could use some support so here I am.

I am 44 and have a goal to ...

34 year old wanting to lose weight

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 16:36:13 EST

i did the p90x 2 years ago and lost alot of weight but last year i got pregnant and gained a whole lot of weight. my goal in 2013 is to lose all the baby fat. hopefully the 10 minute trainer will work for me :D

Peameal backbacon

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:08:03 EST

All right Canadians.
How do I find the nutritional value of Peameal Backbacon?

Stress Management

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:29:09 EST

Hi Team,

I was just wondering how you guys deal with stress during the day when you don't have the ability to push things aside (like work) to go to the gym or sneak out for "mental break"? It looks like this is turning into a stressful week =(

Looking for support to move forward

Sun, 9 Dec 2012 22:38:37 EST

Hi,

I am a 42 year old mom of two children I adore and married to a man I love dearly. My life is full of blessings. So how did I get to almost 300lbs and feeling like I am struggling every day?

Well, I have always struggled with my weight and even when it was stable it was 30 lbs over my highest " normal recommend" bmi weight. 3 years ago I lost 70 lbs through a diet doctor. The weight came off quckly as I stuck to the 2 daily meal replacement bars, no bread and ...

Word Association Game

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 16:16:09 EST

The first person says a word (e.g. "food"). Then, the other person should say the first word he or she thinks of (e.g. "milk") - associate, with other words. Then the next person should say the first word he or she thinks of (e.g. "cow").

Hello sparks folks

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 23:33:34 EST

I wish I had found this site when I first started on this journey. I am really half way to my goal and going strong. I can't wait to to get to my weight goal and begin a weight training program.
I look forward to meeting folks with similar goals and interests, it would be interesting if they were in my area as well.
Take care, and look forward to hearing all!

NEW BLOG POST: 50 Things I Believe

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 14:25:19 EST

What you believe in says a lot about who you are. Have you ever stopped to seriously pay attention to what you believe in?

Here's some things that life has taught me...

www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/12/50-t
hings-i-believe.html

New to spark! Determined and motivated!

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 00:18:36 EST

Hi there,

My name is Michele and I happened to stumble upon this site today. I'm very glad I did! (thank you google). My new year resolution for this year was to join a gym and run the annual Times Colonist 10km in my city. So I joined a gym about mid January and only went 3 times a week for about an hour. I even got a personal trainer for 6 sessions, as well as doing the tc10k running clinics. I ran the 10km and finished in 1:24:57. I was proud of myself for being able to do it. A...

Back and ready for change!

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:52:31 EST

Hello Everyone...I haven't been here in awhile, but I am finally feeling the motivation to get back to better health and overall wellness that I have been lacking in my life over the past couple of years. I look forward to the support that I have received from sparkmembers in the past, as well as the accountability I feel to myself through the trackers and planners on the sparkpeople.com website...I will look forward to a positive future with a spark!

What's your average grocery store bill??

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:53:49 EST

Hey Everyone,

I am trying to get some things organized for meal planning.
I was just wondering if anyone here is using the Sparkpeople meal plans and approximately how much the grocery bill ends up per week?

And for everyone else who just sticks with their own meal plan approximately the average you spend a month on your food??

New transplanted Maritimer living in Ottawa

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 12:34:33 EST

Hi all! My name is Gwen and I am originally from New Brunswick. My husband and I moved to Ottawa about 14 years ago for work and have grown to love it here. There are so many benefits to living in our nation's capital, most of them surrounding the huge amount of things to do out of doors.

One of my goals is to be able to do those outdoorsy things without huffing and puffing. I have about 95 lbs to lose and I know it will take some time to do it all. Someone in another team said...

Do you decorate your house for Christmas?

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 06:26:51 EST

We have 2 Christmas trees because my mom lives with us and she has her own living room.
She has an artificial tree,but I always had a real tree. Sometimes we buy it but sometimes we cut it down ourselves from the woods behind our house.
People call it the "Charlie Brown tree". 246
I always say it's the most beautiful tree in the world, no matter what it looks like. 211

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Hi there!

Sat, 24 Nov 2012 14:33:17 EST
My name is Simone and I am new to the site and very excited to be here. It's been almost 2 weeks and my will power (which until now has been non existent) is astounding lol. Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. :)

mildredy1

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 22:45:10 EST
Hello everyone, I just joined this group last Friday and so far am enjoying the site. I have one major question as far as exercise. I do some major cleaning jobs and today worked 3 hours mostly vacuumning. I know it is not a regular exercise but I can really work up a sweat doing it. Does anyone know how many calories I am burning by doing this activity. also how many on other cleaning chores, as I am using my arms, legs, bending and stretching all the time I am cleaning. It has to count for ...

I quit smoking! Now I need to lose the weight.

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:05:30 EST
Hello! My name is Steph and I quit smoking November 17th of last year (2011). I'm really proud that I reached my goal, but I guess I took the weight gain a little too far and now I am 45 pounds heavier as a result. I would like to reach my goal weight of 115lbs (don't worry, I'm only 5'2) as soon as I can, and maintain my weight after that! I've been eating healthy and trying to find time to exercise, but with University stressing me out, it's difficult to find the time and energy to do every...

New To SparkPeople !! :)

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:12:24 EST
Hi Everyone!
I just joined and am looking forward to the many new changes in my life...
Let's work together and share some ideas...

New - from Calgary, Alberta

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:19:08 EST
Hi Everyone!

My name is Danielle and I am from Calgary, AB. I am 22 and working towards a goal of loosing 27lbs. I was born here in Calgary, left in 1997, and then lived in Fort McMurray until Spring 2011.
This is my first time actually taking advantage of the site and so far am loving the community atmosphere!

Newbie

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 21:23:43 EST
Hi all - I'm new to spark people but not new to trying to change my lifestyle! I'm a 40 something mom of 3, healthcare manager, and business owner with my husband. I am always at the bottome of the priority list which has led to a HUGE weight gain over the last 8 years. That needs to CHANGE 249

Looking forward to getting to know you.

Getting back on track.

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 15:49:37 EST
I have not posted in a long long while. I feel the weight starting to creep back on. So, better get back to basics and start tracking my food again. I think I have lost sight of portion control:-)

The winter months seem to be the toughest for me. I love running and find it has been real help to my weight loss and weight management. However, as the winter months approach...well things aren't so easy. Colder temperatures and bad footing tend to keep my indoors. I am hoping with my go...

NEW Blog Post: The End of the World Project

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 13:28:58 EST
You never know what they day will bring when you get up in the morning.... here's the day I had a few days ago.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/11/the-
end-of-world-project.html

Any Artists Out There?

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 09:24:33 EST
Hi There,

My name is Cathy and I live in Ontario. I work as a Real Estate Law Clerk but paint and draw in my spare time, if I can ever find any.

When I joined spark I joined the Artists group and was participating in swaps etc. but then it got to be a bit of a hassel with the postage etc. since most others in the group were American and we all know Canadian and Americal postage is different.

Long story short, I decided that I would create a Canadian Artist gr...

Alberta

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:11:36 EST
Hi everyone from alberta here

Calories Burned more then Calories Ate=Weight Loss

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:04:04 EST
I found that keeping track of my daily calorie differential really helped me stay on track. I've gained five pounds so I've decided that I'm going to keep track of my daily calorie differential.
Feel free to join me if you like.
November 11th: Eaten:2000 Burned:2155 Calorie Differential:-155
November 12th: Eaten:1531 Burned:2214 Calorie Differential:-684

Intro

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 07:08:18 EST
Hello! I am new to this site! I'm Leslie.
I live in Alliston Ontario Canada with my puppy - Stella. I am 5'2" and I weigh 232lbs. I would like to go from a size 18 to a 12 - not just for the weight loss but for health too. I have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disorder Type 1A (kinda like Muscular Dystrophy)...
I'm looking for some friends... so please, give me a shout!

IM TRYING TO LOSE 20LBS

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 21:30:16 EST
I LOVE THIS SITE, JUST STARTED TODAY AND SO MUCH GREAT INFORMATION. IT LAYS IT ALL OUT FOR ME SO EASY TO FOLLOW. I AM EXCITED TO GET STARTED AND MEET NEW PEOPLE ON HERE. I LIVE IN CANADA AND HAVE 2 BOYS AGES 11 & 13...MARRIED 16 YRS TO MY HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEART. WE LIVE ON 20 ACRES WITH A BARN FULL OF AWESOME ANIMALS...WE JUST STARTED TO BREED NIGERIAN DWARF GOATS(JUST HAD OUR FIRST SET OF BABIES THIS SUMMER) AND I HAVE A BEAUTIFUL ARABIAN HORSE. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU...ANY TIPS WOULD...

New to the Team, from Toronto

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:01:13 EST
Hello All,

I'm Laura, and have been active on SP for a few months now. I am down 25 lbs with many more to go, but doing pretty well with my program. I live in Toronto, but I am from Vancouver and have lived in Edmonton and Quebec as well. I'm a writer and theatre artist who's been off work for a few years at home with my two crazy kiddos (ages 2 and 4).

Looking forward to seeing who's about!

Laura (redsmirk)

Thunder Bay, On :D

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 15:30:37 EST
hey there my fellow Canadians :D Just introducing myself...I'm a SAHM of 2 (3&5yrs old) ive lost 64 lbs over the past year and a half and come leaps and bounds from where i used to be. I'm actually the lowest weight ive ever been in my adult life and most definitly the fitest. i honestly never thought i would ever be this fit! lol. BUT...im out to lower my body fat % to around 18%. i would like to lose 10lbs also. so whichever goal i hit 1st, is here ill be happy at! even if my weigh remains ...

Spartan Race

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 15:26:35 EST
I have decided that I am going to start training for the Spartan Race next August here in Calgary. I am by no means even close to being ready for such a challenge but I figure...HEY why not see how far I can push myself. A great mental and physical challenge!!!
I am looking for anyone out there who would love to take on such a challenge. It is a 5KM obsticale race that should take just over an hour...in my case maybe 2 to complete.
I have never done anything like this before as I ...

Canadian Cities A-Z

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 10:02:40 EST
Abbotsford, British Columbia

London, Ontario

Tue, 6 Nov 2012 13:23:23 EST
Hi everyone.
I come from London, ON. I have lived here for 4 years now and I like the city very much. I am 67 years old and had reached 178 on the scales and said 'that's enough'. I was thoroughly disgusted with myself and decided I had to change things. I lost the first 10 lbs on my own but it wasn't easy so I then went to Jenny Craig and have been on Jenny since Aug. 28/12. I have reached my half way weight loss and can now start on 2 days of my own food so looking for recipes c...

hi everyone!

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 23:39:28 EST
hi everyone my name is carmen i live in montreal im new here and im looking for people to get inspired from ..im 76 kg i need to lose 13 kg ..i need help i love red wine and i drink sometimes ..i can cut down on unhealthy food i dont have sugar craving but only im under the red wine spell i drink a large glass daily.

Hi my name is Colleen

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 16:20:33 EST
Well i decided to make a promise to myself ,to take control of my health, that of course means it is time to lose 50 pounds, and become the person i need to become , i definitely need support so would love to have spark buddies, if you have some secret tips that you would not mind sharing, i am all ears

introduction

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 15:59:19 EST
I am a 31 year old mother who has tried on my own to lose weight but I am in desperate need of motivation. I seem to do well for the first week then I tend to self sabatoge. I am hoping sparkpeople will give me the kick start I need to stay on track and finally keep that healthy lifestyle I have been aiming for.

Manitoba Greetings

Sun, 4 Nov 2012 16:57:54 EST
I joined way back when and now I would like to get more involved with the team.

Irene

Hi I'm from Acton, Ontario

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 11:01:02 EST
Been a member for a while, but really started my journey in January. Hoping to meet new friends along the way.

Fed Up

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 21:03:50 EST
Fed Up! Ha! That's my play on words! I'm fed up with my weight and what I'm feeding myself. I've always gone to the gym and as long as I watched what I ate, my weight was fairly stable. But since I hit 50, that's not working anymore. When the kids were home, evenings were spent running them back and forth to activities. Now that they've all left home, I find myself turning to food more and more in the evenings. I've put on a lot of weight the last 4 years or so and I NEED HELP!!!!

Newbie

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 11:24:01 EST
Hi,

I'm new here, just signed up a couple of days ago, but only started using the site officially today. I'm from Vancouver, BC and am excited about this website and the support available. I'm hoping to make some new friends along the way while I change my lifestyle and get healthy for myself and my daughter. I hope everyone's recovering well after Halloween!

Hello from our little reserve, Gitsegukla BC

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:03:31 EST
Hello, just wanted to introduce myself. I'm 40 year Gitksan native from Gitsegukla BC. Just began my journey again this past August.

NEW BLOG POST: Ghosts, Goblins, & Spirits; Oh My!

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 11:58:03 EST
Halloween. Is it really a big deal? Here are my thoughts. I invite you to read and share your thoughts in the comment section under the blog.

http://www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/
10/ghosts-goblins-and-spirits-oh-my.html

one is all, all is one

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 04:28:06 EST
What can I say you are not experiancing also. I hurt my back many years ago and gained over 150 pounds. As my weight went up, my self esteem went down.
I then received a shock and discovered this sight. I discovered I have diabetes, the month before my brother died in a diabetic coma.
Time to loose weight, control my diabetes and improve my health
But easier said then done, as it is with all of us

New Member from Red Deer, AlBerta

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:33:46 EST
Hello Everyone,

I am a new member to this board, and am looking forward to getting to know you as we support each other. I joined yesterday and am learning my way around this site.

Doreen (MissDaisyRD)

New here!

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 22:18:02 EST
Hi everyone! Im new here! My name is Nicole and I am 26 Years old from Canada! I just got married this past August to the love of my life of 7 years! I was recently diagnosed with endometreosis, and am struggling with this, and trying to lose weight. I know that if I can get some weight off, it may be easier for me to become pregnant...so here I am!
Feel free to add me as a Sparkfriend, as I want to stay very active in this community!
Hpe to talk toyu all soon!

hi I'M new! I can't wait to meet friends that can

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 00:05:47 EST
hi I m Here to get help to get my live on track

New in Edmonton

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:45:28 EST
Just relocated to Edmonton, and don't have a car.

anyone out there is sparkland from Edmonton that can point me in the direction of the following, inexpensive, fitness options. Getting tired of google searching. I am in the Strathcona area - near Gateway.

- saturday zumba
- indoor boot camp
- cross fit
- a cheap 24x7 gym

thanks, H

Checking In

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:26:42 EST
Hi everyone, I'm relatively new to SP, and love reading all the news with everyone. It's like our own version of Facebook! I have lost 8 lbs so far, and am looking forward to the future! Have a great day everyone!

Lisa

Hi Everyone from B.C.

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:41:12 EST
50 is around the corner and I have promised myself that I will change my lifestyle and eating habits to be a healthier me. Looking forward to being a part of the Canadian Team! Go Team! 381

Hello

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 18:34:17 EST
Hello. I go by Acia. I'm 22 and currently working on changing a lot in my life. I recently got a degree, moved, have a new relationship, and I'm hoping to get a job that will help me move towards my career. I recently decided that I should stop putting it off and get healthy. Now is the time for me to make change. I hope to find a few people along the way that I can help support and who can help support me.

Why I never stick to SparkPeople

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 18:16:21 EST
Ive been on and off this site for years. I am struggling so bad so lose weight and always fail. One of the things I know I need is motivational support or at least someone trying to lose weight as well to talk to regularly about our progress, struggles and even just to vent. But every single time I decide to come back to Spark...NO ONE ever replies or comments!!!! I dont mean to sound rude or anything but its really discouraging to continue signing onto Spark. Please no negative feedback...I ...

My not-so-short introduction!

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:52:36 EST
Hello Everyone,
I have just started using the site again so I thought I would reintroduce myself. My name is Jennifer (Jen) Coutts. I am a twenty-year-old university student from Ontario. Obesity is something that runs in my family so I have been overweight, by varying degrees, for most of my life. Once I reached my early to mid-teens, I started packing on the pounds and never was able to get them off again. I have been moderately active throughout my life, skiing and dancing when I was ...

35 lbs to loss

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 20:24:08 EST
Hi
I'm the mother of three beautiful boys, need to take this weight off, for sure
If anyone has any secret tip on how to make this happen
Please help!

NEW BLOG: The Book that Shocked the World

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 15:22:23 EST
It's a shocker, thriller, intrigue, action, drama, truth, parable, murder, and soooo much more.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/10/the-
book-that-shocked-nations.html

Halloween kisses....

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 19:08:16 EST
Do you eat Halloween kisses?
You know, those little molasses candies that none of today's kids want to eat?
That is the first candy my kids would share with me when they went trick or treating.
This year i'll have to buy my own if I want some! 211
At 150 calories for 5 candies, do you think it's worth it?
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HI

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:15:58 EST
Hello fellow Canadians! My name is Lisa and I started SparkPeople a couple of weeks ago and so far, so good!

Hi I am new to this

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:55:58 EST
My name is Andrea and I am trying to get healthy and prepare myself for the long journey of gastric by-pass surgery.
I live and Windsor, ON Canada - 42 with a 9yr old son and a 2yr old daughter and I weight 317lbs.

Greetings

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:51:17 EST
Hello. Not new to site. Did the Spark diet before and lost weight. Stopped and had a baby, but, that was 4 years ago. I'm tired of being tired all the time and done being depressed. Not gonna give up this time.

Another "New" Ontarian

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:22:12 EST
Hi there, I'm Sara from London, Ontario. My fiance and I entered into a weight loss competition at our gym, and so, I decided to come back to sparkpeople for all the great resources and support!
So far we're one month in to the competition (3 months in total - all done in December), and I'm down 14 lbs, and he's down 19 (AND he broke his foot a couple of weeks into it). All of the recipes and resources have been fantastic, as well as the ability to track food and exercise.
We're bo...

Skating the butt into tightness!

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 11:44:21 EST
I love ice skating and I can believe that more people don't do that. It burns calories and it also shapes the butt. Look at all the figure skaters's rear ends? Aren't they gorgeous? I mean of all the exercises to sculpt the rear end (lunges, squats, stairs), none of them are as fun as ice skating!

Trying or not so much?

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 23:43:11 EST
Hi all. This is my first time posting & really using SP. I need to lose about 30 pounds, although I'd be happy with 10, really happy with 15 or 20. I started going to a gym 6 months ago & felt really good about it. It made me feel strong & I liked going. I really didn't change the way I ate so I never lost anything but I kept going because it was fun & I just should. I saw a nutritionist as well, only twice, I lost 3 pounds my first week. I felt really good about it.. That was last mo...

What would you be doing if.....

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 12:01:43 EST
....you were not sparking right now.

Me, it would be working... 20

Decided to get my act together

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 11:11:16 EST
I'm finally taking the plunge. I need to lose a lot of weight. I am from London Ontario 9 I hope I can do that soon with my pants.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Sun, 7 Oct 2012 13:31:27 EST
426 Happy Thanksgiving!!! 426

For each new morning with its light,
For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food, for love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
426 Enjoy this special day all!!! 426

How are you spending your Thanksgiving?

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 07:58:43 EST
My mom (who lives in our basement apartment) is making a big, traditional turkey dinner. My brother and his wife and daughter, my parents in law, and my sister-in-law and her two kids are all coming. We'll have 13 people in total, and I'm looking forward to having a full house and a big family dinner.

new member

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 02:00:34 EST
Hi everyone, I am on this site hoping it will motivate me to lose 50lbs by my birthday in January. I have been successful in the past, but I am having alot of trobule this time. Help I need motivation to lose weight.

Love my life in Ottawa!

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 00:25:00 EST
I live in Ottawa since 14 years, love it a lot. Before, I was in province de Québec, near the city of Trois-Rivières (it's a very nice city too). I love Ottawa for the bicycle paths, the museum, the downtown with Byward market and the parliment hill and the parliment cats. I love to go skating on the canal and reward myself with a beavertail!!!

I have 46 pound to go and I will do it... 381

Pumped!! Time for a lifestyle change...

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 20:20:55 EST
It all started with a plan and has snowballed since... I was overwieght and have struggled with my weight for some time now. Growing up I was ALWAYS active. After school I got heavy into weight training and packed on some serious weight. Then came a busy work schedule and family... and thats where things went southMy weight went as high as 280 lbs. I lost a bit here and there with some dieting and then was introduced to a very controversial method of weight loss...HCG. Starting weight going i...

Just joined from Alberta!

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 08:01:26 EST
Hey everyone,
My name is Crystal, I'm from Alberta and I just joined today. I'm wanting to lose 40 lbs before my husband and I go on our trip to Jamaica in April! I have a 9 yr old girl, 8 yr old boy and 6 month old baby boy. Hoping to find some ppl that have the same goals as me to help keep each other motivated!!

I will try a new thing... so excited!!!

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 02:38:03 EST
Yes, tomorrow, I will sign for my free week at Curve. I will try it and I'm very excited by this new experience... I'm closer and closer to my goal. For me, it's not just losing pounds, it's to be confident enough to step in the gymnasium. I'm ready... Tanks to all very inspiring post and success story I found here!!! 224

Introducing a New Attitude!!

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 13:01:06 EST
I'm new to this. I mean, I'm new to SparkPeople, but also to the "slow and steady" thought. I have always have issues with my weight, with my whole self image actually. I have usually gone to diet pills, or 7 day flushes, or special diet plans.

If the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result then I guess I have been insane (I know some would agree with that!!). It doesn't work, obviously, so, let's try something new. Every...

just joined

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 09:45:28 EST
Hi:

Just joined about 5 minutes ago. I'm in Newmarket, ON. Have been walking almost daily since May when I was told I have developed type 2 diabetes. So far no meds, and I'd like to keep it that way. Challenge will be to exercise in the winter. Have several 'indoor' walking DVDs by Leslie Sansone, so I will probably get a lot of use out of those once the snow flys.

Lost about 20 lbs since May, but I kinda stalled out a month or so ago. Still need to drop about 30 lb...

Dinner someone makes for you...high calories

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:43:45 EST
What should I do?

Scenario: Tonight is dinner at in laws to celebrate father in laws bday as while as mine. They cook extremely high calorie foods they can turn a salad / veggie dish into super high calories as well. How do I not make a scene and accept the food without really eating it or eating a tiny tiny bit?

My bday is tomorrow I want to wake up feeling good not bloated and gross. I took day off work to go get new clothes...i want to feel good when trying on cloth...

Reaching my goal!

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 17:02:58 EST
Hello spark people out there. Thought that since I have been using Spark since March that I may as well introduce myself. I am one pound away from Sparks goal weight for me. I have lost 49 pounds to date and have been running regularily since I started this program. Spark has helped me to reach my goal and inspired me to become a healthier person. I have never run before and now am running 6k 4 times a week. I hope to run 10 k by spring time. People at work notice the weight loss and I am abl...

Hello :)

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:05:31 EST
Hi, my name is Melissa and a friend of mine recommended this site to me. I am 37 years old and weigh somewhere around 425lbs. I have been diagnosed with P.C.O.S. (poly cystic ovarian syndrome). I have been a little overweight most of my life, but since my marriage in 1997, I have put on about 200 pounds. I had knee issues in my teens with my knees dislocating, so now I have problems getting around as easy. I have, over the last couple of years, had issues with my hips now and very bad pa...

Hi!

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 00:43:01 EST
I have been struggling with my weight since having my kids (yougest is 13) -last year I managed to loe 47lbs, but since February I've plateaued. I'm here in the hopes that the support will help me get started again. I love Zumba and I consider myself a wannabe runner. (I completed the C25K in the spring, but haven't run much over the summer) I am thinkig of joining the work 10k team for a spring run, but am not sure I can be ready in time!

Hi!

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:31:28 EST
Hi, My name is Tish. I live in the Niagara Region in Ontario. I'm excited to meet fellow Canadians! I'm 28 (almost 29), I'm married with three daughters (5, 6, and 8). We are lucky enough to live in a town with beautiful walking trails, hiking and paths next to the Niagara river so Autumn is an amazing time to be outside!

A lot of changes during my last year.

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:14:45 EST
Hello.. I just want to introduce myself, I am new to Spark People and have had a lot of changes in my life during this last year. My name is Elizabeth and I am looking forward to the support, because I need a lot of motivation! I gained weight and I haven't been able to get back on track. My goal is to lose 36 lbs and reach my goal weight of 154 lbs.

Calling all Middle Agers

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:06:43 EST
Hi, my name is Judi. I am 64 yrs old and over 40 lbs overweight. Have been most of my life! I live in a little cottage in the woods with my little dog Molly. Molly weighs 11 lbs and is a minature Daschund/Terrier mix. Molly and I walk for miles every day and she just loves to run. I have a hard time keeping up with her. I am a Diabetic with High Blood Pressure and High Cholesterol. I am Bi-Polar and this is kept pretty well under control with my meds, but, I do get depressed. I have ...

Newbie Newbie... :-)

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:15:05 EST
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Hello Sparkies! :-)

My name is Kim. Married. Canadian (born, raised & still lives in Toronto). And been big *all* of my life & I am tired of it. I am going to make several changes in my life to become healthy and leaner. I have quite a bit of weight to lose (around 80 pounds) & will NOT give up until I accomplish that goal. :-)

If you have some time - stop by my page & say Hi. :-)

Have a great day!!
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coffee substitute

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 20:51:30 EST
I have stopped drinking coffee but still miss that nice morning drink in the car.
I was wondering if anybody knows of a healthy substitute that does not give me that jitery feeling and leaves me tired after. 33

Giving me a chance

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:12:59 EST
Good day to all, I am in great need to believe that this is my last hope to achieve what I am dreaming and thinking it is the true healthy me. Have been here and there all over trying and trying to get rid of of this excess of weight and I am being failing over and over, time after time, trying all but still nothing, I can not keep up like this for my family and for me.Need to believe that this is my chance. I hit the bottom and it is the time for my to decide what is best for me.

...

Points Plusin my way healthy!

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:26:15 EST
Hi everyone! My name's Christy, Im from Winnipeg, MB. I have been over weight my entire life. All through school I was always the "big" girl in the group. I have gone through spells where it bothered me, and then spells where I couldnt care less. I woke up the other morning and decided it was time to do something for me. I spent the day contemplating what the ideal activity for "me time" would be, and ended up at a weight watchers meeting. The program looks great and the support is the key to...

Sue.

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:50:24 EST
Hi I'm Sue, and I've been at this only about 2 full days, I have been burning an average of 60 cal. per day and I'm eating my daily amount of cals. How lond will it take me to lose a pound?? maybe I'm a little impatient but I have been fighting to get rid of mymidsection and muffin top for going on 2 years now, I had lost 18 pounds 2 years ago and gained it back after a fire forced me out of my normal environment, the stress built up and boom the weight went back on. I need some encourage...

Posts

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:31:06 EST
How do I find my previous posts? According to my ticker I've lost 26 pounds - that would be wonderful if it was true!!

Greetings from Winnipeg

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 21:14:54 EST
Just joined; looks like a lot of great tools and much support. Looking forward to the journey...

Day 11, toronto

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 14:49:04 EST
This site is making me realize that I have time for myself. looks like rain but i am going to get my run in no matter what.
Haven't perfected my habits but tracking is the beginning.
I have signed up for the 8 week rookie training program and the October Trick or Trot. Anyone else doing this? 244

Ontari Girl!

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 12:05:10 EST
I am new to board - from Ontario, Canada! Born and raised in a small town near Windsor. Lookings to loose about 15-20 pounds - just getting fimilar with site..love it so far!

Looking for some online buddies for support

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:16:56 EST
looking for some people to keep in contact with to motivate and gain motivation from!!
i've recently started tracking and joined the gym!

Im new...but happy to have found this site !

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:56:26 EST
Good Day All !!

My name is Kim and I just joined this site yesterday. I quit smoking nearly a year ago and without me even seeing it happen I grew or my clothes shrunk....either way what is in my closets do not fit !!

Two years ago I went back to college for a pretty intense physical demanding course and lost a lot of weight and felt fantastic and looked good to myself when I looked in the mirror, then I quit smoking to further help my health and BAM the weight sneaked ...

I am new to Spark People!

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:23:07 EST
Good morning everyone! My name is Nataline, I am from Nova Scotia Canada, am a survivor of colon cancer just this past year. I have one daughter and two grandchildren. I am finding this site very enjoyable and easy to navigate! Good luck to everyone here! You all have my support!

Checking in from Vancouver

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:40:56 EST
Hi! My name is Tracy and I just discovered this site today.

A few years ago, I got down to my goal weight through running and tracking calories. Then my running buddy got pregnant. Without even thinking about how it effected ME. 211 I gained tons of baby weight. I still run long distances, just not as often as I should and have been awful about watching what I eat.

My running partner's "baby" is now three and she is thinner than she has ever been and I am ...

Hi/Salut From Toronto :D

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 12:37:10 EST
Hello/Salut everyone,

I'm 37, almost 38, and have almost jumped through all the hoops required for weight loss surgery. I have managed to lose 22 lbs since January 31st, but gained back 2lbs after my Grandpa died a month ago, so I am a little discouraged by that.

Also, my psychiatrist has just retired due to sudden ill health and I am looking to replace him, but it's been difficult. So far, I've seen one woman twice who will accept me as her patient and one man who i...

In It to Win It

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 12:06:31 EST
I am a 33 year old single mom with a lot to lose (35 lbs).

I have always tried to be healthy but as a "big girl" as long as I was healthy I had nothing to worry about. But this year I have been to the Doctor too many times an leave with a prescription each time. Doctor may not be saying anything. By my spirit in screaming something is wrong. The time is now. The skinny girl in my mirror is coming out.

I am in it to win it and appreciate all the motivation I can get....

New Girl

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 06:21:02 EST
Hi from the beautiful Gaspe coast 213
Born in Halifax NS and have lived in NB, Ont, Que and Alberta. I love to travel down the roads less taken, love music though I can only play the radio, laugh or cry at a good movie, I read, but probably one of the few that wasnt totally blown away by 50 shades of Grey, well I was for the first few chapters but by midway I was starting to want to slap her myself.
Kind of at a loss lately, the kids are old enough they dont need me, ...

hello...again

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 01:42:21 EST
Hi! I joined sparkpeople about 5 years ago and have just recently got serious about my health again. I look forward to all the encouraging things I will see here and also hope I can contribute to them

Looking for newbies

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:35:59 EST
Just joined...still trying to figure things out....anyone else in my shoes?

Hello from Ontario

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 18:34:14 EST
Hi everyone!

I am new to Spark but not new to the online world of weightloss. I've used an online calorie tracker before and lost 25 lbs. Then when I stopped counting my calories, I stopped holding myself accountable and within 4 months had gained it all back and then some. 39 I'm here to try again and this time, STICK with it!

I live in Southern Ontario and I am a stay at home mom of two. My youngest just started JK this fall so I am looking forward...

New Canadian Gramma

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 08:01:57 EST
Hi Everyone, I joined Spark People on Sept. 3rd. This is the introduction I posted on the Grandma and Grandpa site. Sorry for being lazy but my time on line is limited but I thought this would be a great team to join.

I joined Spark people to lose a good 10 pounds. My timing of becoming a member is probably not the best. I am a proud Grandmother of 11. My newest little angel Tia is only 6 weeks old. She had a surgery when she was 4 weeks old and is still in Children's Hospital. ...

Hello from Canada

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 20:00:05 EST
Hi there all, may name is Kathy, I log in under kathy093, I am really enjoying getting to know this site, it's informative and interesting and I love the video workouts, I am 54 years young and am hoping to lose 20 llbs. Nice to be here , what a great site!

New and from NB, Canada

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 16:07:54 EST
Hi everyone!

This is my third day on Spark and I am really enjoying it. I really like that I have access to so much information, support and a place to vent things via a blog! ^_^
I am looking to make friends and find support because that is what I feel has been really lacking in my journey thus far. Is anyone from New Brunswick? I look forward to hearing from you and wish you luck on your journeys and if I can help in some way please let me know, I am a good listener ^_^

Searching For African Canadians

Sat, 8 Sep 2012 08:26:20 EST
Basically black people, however I love all my Canadians, just wish there we're more black people on spark in Canada trying to get healthy and make changes *sigh*

Any people from:
Etobicoke?
Mississauga?
North York?

I apologize if anyone is offended by my post, not my intentions

I'm on my weight loss journey alone and its getting harder and harder everyday and I need people I can relate too on multiple fronts/issues/topics

Blu

Ready Set Go!

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 23:36:09 EST
I have had this app on my phone but never used it. I need help to lose weight. I am hoping this is it.

Hi....My name is Trish

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 20:13:43 EST
I'm on Day 3. Feeling good about starting this program to change my lifestyle. I know I need motivation so I'm going to try hard to be on here daily so I can keep on track. Thanks for a great site...I'm really enjoying it...so much to do.

Overweight Canadian Aussie Guy

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 16:24:54 EST

Well here goes.
I moved to Canada 12 years ago and have been working and not playing any sports since. From Vancouver to Winnipeg and now Moose Jaw Saskatchewan. I am 5'10" and when I came to Canada was a little overweight at 185 but now I'm up to a God Awful 220. Snapping my PCL in my left knee 42 months ago didn't help much either but only just a few days ago I found I can jog normally albeit rather slowly at the moment so now is my time to shine. Cut down weight and get health...

New & very happy to be here!

Wed, 5 Sep 2012 16:13:44 EST
Hi everyone!
This is day 2 for me with SparkPeople and WOW, loving it like crazy and just trying to figure things out and read read read!
Hope to chat and make new friends along this journey!
Talk to you soon!
Jenn

A Oldie Returning To SP....

Tue, 4 Sep 2012 23:22:51 EST
Hi Sparkies. My name is Kimberley.

I used to be such an active Sparkie... until one day I made a horrible turn on my journey and ended up leaving this awesome place. I started eating all the wrong types of foods (like chips, cookies, diet pop, fast food etc etc etc)... and, before you know it... it is September 4th, 2012 --- and I have done nothing but gained weight .. and feel horrible. :(

SO... that is why I have returned to SP. I am hoping this time... I stick ...

Newbie here *waves*

Sun, 2 Sep 2012 11:29:41 EST
Hi everyone, just thought I'd pop in and introduce myself :) I live in Nova Scotia with my hubby and two kids. My hubby works in British Columbia as a truck driver so we don't get to see him alot. I have a very busy life taking care of everything and everyone while he is away and I kind of ....um....Hi let myself go. So I've made a promise to myself to get healthy! I'm trying to eat healthier and exercise. I'm really enjoying walking on my own with my music playing in my ears, it's ju...

4 months left

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 21:57:45 EST
114 days before Christmas is here.
What goals do you wish to reach before then?

Summers regrets

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 21:51:30 EST
Do you regret not doing something this summer?
I regret not going to the beach more times.
Most of the time because I was just too lazy. 2 39

This is a little scary.

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 21:44:53 EST
This is new to me so I am a little nervous about posting. I am 47... 48 in a couple of weeks. I have gained and lost and gained over the last twenty years. I am excited about all of the tools that are available on this site I have been wading in slowly and have already lost 7 lbs. What I have found to be the most difficult is staying on track. It seems as soon as I turn my back, pounds are creeping up on me.I am married and have two mostly adult children (depends on the day) that are still l...

HI I am new

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 21:18:34 EST
Hi! I am Jacquelin - from Victoria, BC. I am part way through a year of eating clean and exercising to become healthier and happier! So far I have lost about 40 pounds, and I have about 80 more to go. I needed some fresh inspiration, so here I am! I am excited to be part of the Spark community!!

Excited and Encouraged

Sat, 1 Sep 2012 00:06:43 EST
Hi just want to meet people who like me are in the 50+ age bracket who are struggling to keep their weight under control. I just found this web site and am excited to see what all it offers. I know I haven't checked it all out but I like what I am seeing so far.

I have a desk job so I need to make the effort to exercise after work and spend less time in front of the TV. Anyway excited to be a part of this

NEW BLOG: How to put Organization into Your Chaos

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 17:12:32 EST
Busy schedule? Full life? To-do list that's way too long? Are you in brain overload and life seems to be chaos? Here's how God is helping me to fix my busy mind.

www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/08/how-
to-put-organization-into-your-chaos.html

Feeling hopeful and good

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:37:24 EST
Just starting out with all of the hopeful emotions of a new start. Married with 3 children of special needs, easy to forget about me. Want to take care of myself and enjoy and dance more -- hug more, laugh more 249

Fall is in the air

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 07:49:07 EST
Top of the day to my fellow people of winter, you can feel fall in the air. I have been using my yard work and mowing as exercise this summer and have been grateful for my huge yard and all the work to be done. (No longer wishing for a goat). Summer just seems to be the shortest season and have started to think about what the heck I am going to do for exercise in the winter months. I don't want to say the S word for fear it will do that next week here in Alberta, weirder things have happened....

Hello everyone :)

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:09:17 EST
I'm new to Spark people, and look forward to discovering what its all about! :)

Hi from Pickering, ON

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 09:20:50 EST
Just started on Sparkpeople today. Sorry, no pic yet! Successfully lost 50 lbs on Hallelujah Acres lifestyle Aug 2011 - Mar 2012, felt absolutely terrific. Had major surgery and complications in Mar-Apr 2012. God has done an amazing work of healing and recovery in me, He is so good!

Now that I am feeling pretty normal once again, I would like to lose 40 more pounds and get lean and fit! Can't use HA at the moment due to temporary medical conditions. Am using Body Gospel program fro...

Hi, from Guelph, Ontario

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:16:21 EST
Hi all. I joined SP almost 3 months ago now and have seen some amazing results already! Wish I could find some people that live close to me that would be interested in getting together for walks or bike rides so we could push each other on.

NEW BLOG: What Weapons are More Dangerous?

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:24:42 EST
Ever wonder what weapons do the most destruction or who your worst enemy might be? I bet the answers might surprise you.

http://www.worshipmelodies.com/2012/
08/what-weapons-are-more-dangerous_26.
html

SPARK FRIENDS... there's a special note to you all at the bottom of the post on this one. Many blessings to all of you. I love you for the support. So many days, you guys are all I have to turn to. Thank you for being there, and for not judging me....

Hello to everybody! Glad to be here with you!

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 15:53:26 EST
Hello guys!

I'm Seb from Montreal. I just discovered SparkPeople 3 weeks ago and I'm already enjoying the benefits of a healthier life!

SparkPeople Calling all Canadians Team Messageboard

rhubarb

New here! Better days ahead:)

NEW BLOG: Passing of the Seasons

Howdy doo! Come talk to me.

Hello and Here I Go!

Gettin fit for 50!

HI!

New! Kinda...

How do you keep motivated??

What's for dinner tonight?

Hello! Newbie to Sparkpeople...

Hello Canadians! I'm returning to SparkPeople!

New Sparkie....

100lbs to lose!

Hello!

Greetings and Salutations!

80 days to lose 10 pounds

the time is now

New mom with 30 pounds or lose

Introduction

My Name is Lee-ann

NEW BLOG: Worshiping in Your Dreams

New to Group

Hello

Quinoa

A Spark Newbie... :)

New Bluenoser

moderate/major expenses (throughout year)

April 2013. Calories IN and OUT!

Looking for support..and accountability!

Happy Easter!!!

Hello!

I have some new found hope that I can lose weight

No better day to start than today!

Good Day

Checking in....

Hello!

Failrly new to Sparks, New to this Team

homemade replacement shake for optifast/b bariactr

Hi! Looking for support and accountability :)

explaining body types to a child?

Hello

*** Weightloss! ***

YoYo Mary

LOOKING FOR TWINS!!!

Gaining momentum

Hello! Introduction + My story...

Hi Everyone

Just a University Girl

Lost 30 so far and looking to lose another 70-80!

Hello everyone!

I'm dieting and quitting smoking, yahoo

hii

East cost

Living in the Dead Zone (Part 2)

Almost March Break

13.8lbs down in just 6 weeks & I need your help :)

March 2013! Move it!

March 2013! Calories IN and OUT!

5 DAYS OLD AT SPRK PEOPLE

Living in the Dead Zone (Part 1)

Hello

So far so good

So far so good

Thou Shalt Not Kill: You’re Guilty!

Hi there, another 'newbie'

Hi Everyone :) I am getting stared.

Hi Everyone :) I am getting stared.

tracking

Signs of Spring?

Comforting

Have People Noticed ???

New but not so new

Hiya fellow Canadians!

Intermittent fasting

HELP

Helloooooo! It's me, Jayne!

This is new to me

Can food as a reward be part of a healthy diet?

* Weightloss! *