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Subject: Mind if I join you here... Wed 13 Feb 2008, 10:40 am

I went to the doctors last week, and I've gained 7 pounds since the holidays. Shocked

The doctor told me not to worry about it, but my clothes just don't feel comfortable. So, I've decided to lose at least 5 pounds, if not the full 7 pounds.

Exercising has been difficult for me lately. I have a pinched nerve in either my neck or shoulder and it's been cutting off the circulation in my right hand and it hurts really bad in my shoulder. I caught a head cold, so I've missed two weeks of my yoga class. I've started walking around 2 miles a day, and just stretching as much as I can until I go back to the doctors next week.

I've given up sweets, potato chips and bring less for my lunch during the day. I snack only on fruits and nuts during the day and I have an apple with cinnamon heated in the microwave for an after dinner snack, if I'm hungry.

That's all I'm doing right now, except for the daily housework.

Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Wed 13 Feb 2008, 11:16 am

I'm sorry to hear you're in pain Sissy, I have a similar problem on-and-off with sciatica in my lower back...it can be very uncomfortable so I sympathize with you.
Walking is good if that is easy for you and you're on the right track cutting out snacks. I too am trying to cut back on CHOCOLATE Shocked

and eating a mix of almonds and sultanas which still gives me the 'sweet' fix.
I regained the whole 7 lbs I'd lost last year while on holidays in Ireland for a month and it really wants to stay, like it's my new best friend Laughing

I've always refused to go up to the next dress-size because I think it might get comfortable and I'd let myself 'fill' it...although the sizing is more generous in Aus. than in the U.K.....

Keep up with the walking, briskly if you can, do you have stairs you can walk up and down at home? That certainly gets the heart pumping.
I hope you feel better soon and the doctor can provide some relief for your shoulder.
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Sissy...I'm sorry your hurting! I'm glad you are joining us on our weight loss adventure!! I wish you the best of luck!!!

Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Wed 13 Feb 2008, 3:12 pm

Sissy you can get those pounds off. You are a very determined lady from what I can tell. We are here to support you.
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Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Wed 13 Feb 2008, 3:21 pm

Good luck Sissy, yes you can do this bounce

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Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Thu 14 Feb 2008, 8:31 am

Thanks so much for all the support. I'm so hungry right now, but I know I'll feel better in the long run.

Skin - I've heard that sciatic nerve pain is really bad. I hope you can get rid of this pain and not be bothered with it in the future.

Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Thu 14 Feb 2008, 11:06 am

please take good care of yourself
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Subject: Re: Mind if I join you here... Thu 14 Feb 2008, 6:27 pm

Sadly, I'll always have it lurking in the background waiting to flare up.

When you're hungry try drinking a glass of water before eating, it might help to cut down on portions and snack amounts.
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