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4/23/12 2:36 P

There are two of them that would do the trick.
First Reach my Goal weight
Second Going on a dream vacation

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4/23/12 8:12 A

Which of the following would make you feel happiest?

Reaching my goal weight
Going on a dream vacation
Getting a raise and/or promotion
Retiring
Spending more time with friends or family
Landing my dream job
Becoming a parent
Getting married
None of the above



I can choose a couple of them from above. Reaching my goal weight....8 more pounds to go. Having another vacation...this time at the lake with the kids and grandkids.

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4/22/12 1:03 P

I enjoy, swimming, rowing, and water aerobics. I am in the water every Wednesday evening.

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4/22/12 12:03 P

I don't have access to water sports although I love to swim. Unfortunately, to swim in the pool in my complex I would have to share time with at least 20 people in a small pool. Yuck. No thanks.

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4/22/12 10:57 A

I like to: swim, go canoeing and water aerobics.

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4/22/12 9:31 A

What is your favorite way to exercise in the water?

Swimming
Surfing
Rowing
Canoeing
Kayaking
Water skiing
Wakeboarding
Water aerobics
Other
I don't exercise


I enjoy Swimnastics, canoeing, paddle boarding and pole boarding.

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4/22/12 1:06 A

Guilty.

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4/21/12 5:18 P

Depends on how well I ate recently.

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4/21/12 7:18 A

When you indulge in a rich or high-calorie food, how do you usually feel?

Indifferent
Good--It's all about moderation!
Guilty--I shouldn't eat that stuff
Depends on how well I ate recently
Something else not listed here



It's all good with me....moderation, moderation, moderation.

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4/20/12 1:48 P

It depends on rather I can make what I am interested in or if I can alter what I already have.
I did purchase a new exercise outfit in January. My old one has been fixed so many times there was no way to fix it again, and to my surprise I had to move down a size. Hurray.

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4/20/12 10:01 A

Not if I can help it. Way too costly. I can take them in during the process.

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4/20/12 7:54 A

Do you buy new clothes throughout your weight-loss journey?





I do because it is a way of rewarding myself and it makes me feel great about myself and my accomplishments.

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4/19/12 2:32 P

I have a bathing suit but don't know if it still fits. It may be a bit big but I have no problem going swimming because I swim with my grandchildren and they don't care if I have cellulite or am overweight. Ya gotta love kids!

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4/19/12 8:14 A

No. I have one but have not gone swimming in a while.

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4/19/12 8:12 A

Do you avoid wearing a swimsuit for fear of being judged?

Yes
No


No.....but I still don't feel comfortable about wearing a bathing suit quite yet. I have a few more pounds to loose before I will feel good about myself in a bathing suit. Maybe by summer....I'm working on it.

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4/18/12 4:15 P

not at all

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4/18/12 3:23 P

Well, as I'm single and my live ins are 3 elderly cats...not affect at all. Unless, of course, you count the times they want to love with me when I'm doing my crunches!



Edited by: CALAMITYJANE53 at: 4/18/2012 (15:24)

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4/18/12 8:29 A

How does your significant other influence your exercise habits?

Positively
Negatively
Not at all
I don't have a significant other


My DH is very encouraging. We both like to use the elliptical. He likes to bike while I prefer to walk.

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4/17/12 7:29 P

I'm not a runner but if I was, I don't think I would run bare foot. I'd be afraid of stepping on something!! Although I hate shoes, in the house I'm always barefoot!!!

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4/17/12 5:54 P

Never heard of it. Don't think I'd try it though.

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4/17/12 9:23 A

What do you think about the ''barefoot'' running trend?

I'm a believer!
I'd try it
I don't buy into the hype
I prefer shoes!
Sounds painful or dangerous
Never heard of it
Something else not listed here


It believe it to be another option but with any running.

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4/16/12 4:36 P

I don't think I would knowingly, but I guess I've been eating it!! It just sounds gross!!!

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4/16/12 9:44 A

Would you knowingly eat meat that contained pink slime?

Yes
No
Maybe-- I'm still researching it
Not applicable-- I'm a vegetarian/vegan
What's pink slime?



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4/15/12 9:55 A

No, they don't need to lose any, lucky them!!!

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4/15/12 8:19 A

As you've lost weight, have your kids lost weight with you?

Yes
No
Not appilcable/don't have kids
Other


My daughter and her family are very careful with what they eat and have lost weight as a family. So I am careful about what I eat as well and want to lose weight for them but mostly for myself. So yes we are in this as a family even though we live miles apart.

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4/14/12 5:32 P

I do some yoga on my wii fit but I can't do them all. I have 2 bad discs in my back.

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4/14/12 11:34 A

I do yoga occasionally when I want to change things up.

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4/14/12 9:16 A

For those living with chronic pain, do you think yoga would help your condition?
For anyone...do you do yoga as part of your exercise routine?

Yes
No
I find it to be very useful
Other



I don't do Yoga all the time but I will use it for a change in my routine. I find it really loosen up those tight muscles.

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4/13/12 5:33 P

I'm a morning person. If I don't exercise in the morning I won't exercise. I have tried time and again but it's a no go once I've worked 9 hours that's it I'm done. So from approximately 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m is my time to workout.

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4/13/12 12:35 P

Kind of impossible for me because I have early morning classes and I don't want to wake my roommate. but I prefer night because they help me fall asleep faster and help with feeling more rested.

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4/13/12 8:43 A

How do you feel about morning workouts?

They're the best way to fit it in
They're difficult, but worth it
They're impossible for me
They help me start my day on the right track
They're only for ''morning people''
Other



I love my morning workouts. I can get them done and out of the way. Then the rest of the day is mine to do what has to be done.

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4/12/12 10:37 A

Log on to Spark People!

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4/12/12 9:48 A

How do you control cravings without turning to other foods?

Drink water
Distract myself
Take a quick walk or exercise break
Call a friend
Log on to SparkPeople
Taking a nap
Something else not listed here

I distract myself by doing suduko puzzles or something else that will keep my hands occupied,

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4/11/12 4:18 P

No, I was not overweight as a child. I gained a lot of weight during my first pregnancy

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4/11/12 3:28 P

No. Managed to stay thin until menopause.

Edited by: CALAMITYJANE53 at: 4/11/2012 (15:28)

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4/11/12 2:49 P

Were you overweight as a child or teenager?

Yes
No
Not sure

No...I was skinny until my early 20's when I started having children.

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4/11/12 9:30 A

Were you overweight as a child or teenager?

Yes
No
Not sure



I was the opposite....really really skinny...people would encourage me to eat more.

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4/10/12 7:53 P

No, I have not exercised in the water for a health condition. I used to do water aerobics. Loved it!!

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4/10/12 8:49 A

Have you ever exercised in water to help a health condition?


Yes
No



No I haven't done exercises in the water for a health condition but I have just for the exercise. Swim-Nastics.

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4/9/12 6:02 P

Other. I can't switch anything up right now as I hurt my upper back in a fall. Normally, I switch things up every other week or so. Keeps my body guessing.

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4/9/12 6:14 A

When was the last time you switched up your workout routine?

I try to do something new almost every day.
I try to switch it up every few weeks.
It's been a month or two.
Between 3-6 months.
I've been doing the same routine for a year or more.
Other


I try to switch it up every few weeks. I try and add something new just so I don't get bored with my regular routine.

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4/8/12 9:56 A

for me healthy fats

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4/8/12 8:00 A

I have the most trouble meeting my daily requirements for...

Fruits
Vegetables
Fruits AND vegetables
Whole grains
Protein
Healthy fats
Something else not listed here


For me it would be the.....whole grains.

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4/7/12 11:18 A

Diet, love to eat!!

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4/7/12 9:48 A

Which part of the weight-loss equation is more difficult for you to stick with: Diet or Exercise?


Diet
Exercise
I struggle with both equally
I don't struggle with either of them
Other


I would have to say both....I have to work to keep them both in check.

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4/6/12 11:10 A

No, I have not!!

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4/6/12 10:21 A

Have you ever had surgery to help alleviate a health condition?


Yes
No


I've never had surgery thank goodness.

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4/5/12 8:31 A

Late afternoon, around 3

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4/5/12 8:00 A

Which time of day is it hardest for you to resist food temptations?

Before lunch
Late afternoon
Before dinner
Early evening
Just before bedtime
Other


For me it would be late afternoon just before supper.

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4/4/12 8:10 A

Yes

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4/4/12 8:08 A

Did you take swimming lessons as a child?


Yes


No


Yes I did. I kinda remembe them!!! My mom is terrified of the water, but I loved it!!





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4/3/12 11:25 A

It depends when I do my workout. I usually work out right after breakfast. If that happens, I do not have a snack.

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4/3/12 11:12 A

How often do you eat a meal or snack before you workout?


Always

Sometimes

Never


I never eat before I work out, well not right before, I don't like that "full" feeling






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4/2/12 12:47 P

I used to and once my weight is down to an acceptable level I will try it again. I loved running.

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4/2/12 11:35 A

I have time to get on the computer this morning....and all is working well for the moment. In answer to your last question.

No...I tried it but my ankles aren't as strong as they used to be. I prefer walking.

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4/2/12 7:33 A

Is running part of your fitness routine?




Yes, it's my go-to exercise


Yes, but only occasionally


No, but I used to run for exercise


No, I prefer other activities


No, I refer other activities. But I have thought about trying it. Maybe when I lose more weight, I don't know!!

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4/1/12 10:32 A

Have you ever met with a dietitian?

Yes

No

I did a long time ago. Didn't really help.

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3/30/12 9:50 A

Yes, but I live alone and don't expect the support -after all I have SparkFriends!

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3/30/12 8:28 A

Did you ask friends or family members to support and motivate you to lose weight?


No, I have kept my goals private.

No, but I do plan to ask them for support.

Yes, I asked but they don't help much

Yes, they help me stay accountable and on track.


No, I kept mine private. My mom knows but that's all!

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3/29/12 9:47 A

sometimes, depends on the condimnent

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3/29/12 7:39 A

Do you track calories from condiments?

Yes
Sometimes
No

No, I don't.

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3/28/12 7:47 A

Do you own a Nintendo Wii?

Yes, I have the wii
Yes, I have the wii and wii fit
No, but I wish I did
No, and I don't plan to


Yes I do have the wii and I love it!! This weekend I'm going to get the wii fit!!!

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3/28/12 7:42 A

I'm not married.

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3/27/12 8:03 A

Are you using the Sparkpeople program with your spouse?

Yes
No
I'm not married


No, I'm not. My husband thinks he doesn't need it!!

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3/25/12 12:28 P

I also don't indulge very often. So I don't feel guilty, it's about moderaiton with me too!!

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3/25/12 11:27 A

Depends on how well I ate recently.

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3/25/12 10:18 A

When you indulge in a rich or high-calorie food, how do you usually feel?

Indifferent
Good--It's all about moderation!
Guilty--I shouldn't eat that stuff
Depends on how well I ate recently
Something else not listed here


I don't indulge very often so I don't feel guilty about it but I also think it's all about moderation.

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3/24/12 7:29 P

fruits, veggies, grains, water, dairy, protein

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3/24/12 1:20 P

Fruits, vegetables and whole grains. I DO have trouble getting enough protein, though.

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3/24/12 10:10 A

I have NO trouble meeting my daily requirements for...

Fruits
Vegetables
Whole grains
Protein
Healthy fats
Something else not listed here




For me....vegetables and water

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3/23/12 11:01 A

Not exercising because I know IF I do go over on calorie intake I won't have the backup burned calories to charge against the overage. But then I have a tendency to beat myself up.

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3/23/12 7:58 A

It used to be both. But not any more!! I don't feel guilty at all anymore!!!

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3/23/12 5:23 A

What makes you feel more guilty?

Eating "badly" for a day or meal
Not exercising for a day
Both
Neither



Neither for me....I think we all have bad days from time to time or not able to do exercises everyday due to unexpected circumstances. I just get myself back on track as soon as possible.

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3/22/12 3:33 P

Hmm, to some degree. I have neuropathy in my feet and sometimes I have shooting pains in them as though the nerves have awakened and decided to run a test or two. I also have RLS but to me it's not really painful just annoying as all get out at night.

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3/22/12 11:01 A

Do you experience chronic pain?


No
Other


No....thank goodness. I feel badly for those that do!

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3/21/12 6:51 P

I keep track here on SP

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3/21/12 3:15 P

I have a devotional calendar, a notebook of BP readings, glucose levels and nutrion I write enteries in every morning. I also log exercise and nutrition on SP.

Edited by: CALAMITYJANE53 at: 3/21/2012 (15:16)

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3/21/12 5:36 A

Do you keep a journal or blog about your healthy lifestyle journey?

Yes, a private journal
Yes, a blog (online journal)
Yes, both!
No


I keep both a private journal and I log my nutrition and exercise on SP.

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3/20/12 11:51 A

It curbs it for about an hour or so then I need something to burn.

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3/20/12 8:01 A

I feel the same!! No change!!

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3/20/12 6:40 A

Does exercise generally curb your hunger or increase it?

Curbs it
Increases it
I don't know / I don't exercise
Other


Exercise usuallly increases my hunger.

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3/19/12 12:54 P

Only go out on special occasions. It's so costly!

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3/19/12 7:57 A

I go out to lunch with my mom every Saturday. But my hubby sons, we go out a few times a year. Since the boys started college we are trying to save as much money as we can!!!

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3/19/12 7:51 A

How often do you go out to eat?

At least once per day
A few times per week
A few times per month
Only on special occasions


I would have to say once every few months. Usually when we are on the road travelling.

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3/18/12 5:29 P

No, I'm not heavy enough, however, I would consider a tummy tuck, breast reduction and whatever it is they do to the wattle under your chin!

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3/18/12 5:11 P

No, I would not have surgery. I've heard of too many things going wrong!! I work with a lady that had it done over a year ago. She's lost 50 pounds, but she has not lost in a while, she says she's been so bad with her eating. That's what you have to do, make it a life style change!!! I also gave her some of my watp dvd's I got sick of and she has not used them yet!! Oh well!!

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3/18/12 4:45 P

If cost weren't an issue, would you consider weight-loss surgery?


Yes
No
Other




That's not an option for me.....I don't like going to the hospital and I only go to the Dr.s when I'm really sick or for my yearly check-ups.