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Resveratrol
My mom had me start taking Resveratrol awhile back but I went off of it for a long time. I recently found some of my old capsules, that are still good, and so I took 2 yesterday. I remember the side effects...cleaning me out a bit, running to the bathroom a lot...but I also remember last time I took them feeling like I was…
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The weight is coming back....EEEK
So I started at 230 and was down to 215 last week and as of today I was back at 220. My diet hasn't changed for the most part. I stay at or just below my caloric intake amount for the day. I don't go to sleep till 2 hours after I eat my last meal. I do cardio for 45 minutes, weight training 3-4 times a week and walk every…
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goodbye over-eating hello obsessive shoe buying!
Seriously. It's a problem. I've barely had time to pat myself on the back for sticking to my Lifestyle Change (and ps - lifestyle change is possibly the most awkward phrase ever, second only to Change of Life.) than I find new ways of indulging myself - like shoe buying. I am not kidding - three pair in two weeks. I WILL…
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Advice to new people
I have advice to all the new comers here...please feel free to ad to it if you have anything! First thing first...get a full physical from your doctor. Include a weight check, body measurements, thyroid test, BP test, blood sugar test, EKG, stress test, and anything else your doc suggests. This way you know where you stand…
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Chalean Extreme
Hey hey! Last night I started Chalene Extreme! WOWSERS! Who would have thought my heart would be pumping THAT MUCH! Let alone the panting and sweating that came along with it! Anyways, how do you guys log it in here? I searched the boards but didn't see this question.
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I am confused
I know there's many topics about this already but... as a 19 year old who is bad at math, i'm still confused... Eating your exercise calories. Here's my scenario: I weigh 188. I have my calorie intake set to 1,200, loose 2 pounds per week. I have my exercise goal set to 35 minutes a day, 4 days a week. After 35 minutes of…
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Any other night shift workers out there?
I have decided to give this weight loss thing a try.....AGAIN. I work all nights (from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am), plus I have an hour commute to and from work. I have lost weight before (almost 50lbs), but I was actually off work at the time. Since returning to work I have gained it allllllll back :( I am really struggling with…
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No loss in last 2 weeks!
I just realized........ in 3 months.... i lost only 6 lbs!!! and i hear folks have lost 6 lbs in a week!!!! grrrr...... too slow!:( i make sure I stick to the 1400 cals.. dono wat else to do!!:(
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Breakfast shake/drink suggestions?
Does anyone have a suggestion for a low calorie, good tasting, cheaper, filling, breakfast drink/shake? Im looking for something quick because im NOT a morning person and I dont have time to spend on breakfast. Id rather just drink something and go on my way. I tried slimfast and that hurt my stomach... so thats a fail...…
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Think Thin Protein Bars?
Has anyone ever tried these? They were reviewed in today's newsletter from "Hungry Girl" and look awesome. Calorie content is a little higher than I would like, on some, but the rest of the nutrition information looks good. I am just so leary about buying something, online, and then not liking it!
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Low on Energy
Hello, I am super happy that I have lost ten pounds so far, but lately my energy level has been terrible, i have been feeling so run down. I am on a 1280 calorie diet and exercise everyday as well as take care of two kids. do u think my calorie intake is too small? I was 165lbs and now down to 155lbs, just wondering if i…
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Help me help a friend (breastfeeding)
A friend of mine has been trying to lose weight. She is a breastfeeding mom and has some questions. She wants to be sure that she is doing what is right for her and baby yet still able to lose weigh herself. She is 5'5" and 150lbs. MFP started her off at 1200 calories and she was starving and also notice a big drop in her…
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Its NOT magic...and its NOT complicated!!! (long)
I am gonna vent a lot...so I work in a retail setting and most of my coworkers are female, as am I. All but 3 of us are under 30. Most are under 23, and Most of our employees are overweight....big surprise.... well anyway, I have been eating healthy and working out for about 12 weeks now, (After a shocker trip to the doc.)…
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Is there really such a thing as 'big boned'?
Hey everyone. I've been reading up on stuff about weight and whatnot, and seeing before and after photos of people who lost weight. I bought these clothes for my ideal size as a 10 or less and I'm starting to have doubts. Maybe I'm too big boned for that and I wont be able to wear them cuz bones don't shrink? Or when you…
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Frustrations
First and foremost, I've been dealing with weight issues since I was a kid. I was about 200 pounds at the end of high school and I worked hard to get it all off the next couple of years. By my junior year in college I had lost about 80 pounds and managed to keep it off for years. I exercized the first half off and then the…
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Polar FT7 and Amazon
Does anyone know if i buy the Polar FT7 on Amazon is the warranty still valid?
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Stress eating and pharmacy school.
That combo definitely does not equate clothes fitting. I have tried using recipes from Hungry Girl to at least make what I typically eat healthier, the problem is I do not have time to cook/clean up that these recipes require. Anyone know of ways to avoid the binge?
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Ohhh I just keep snacking!
I know why I do it, I'm bored, and I just keep thinking about food! And all these new healthy recipes! They're so healthy but I'm eating so much of it! Also, am failing miserably when it comes to exercising. Managed to get up half hour early to do some Zumba this morning but It's quite hard when I have to get up at 5am…
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Meal Planning
How far in advance do you plan your meals? I do not plan mine in advance. Occasionally in the morning I will pack my lunch & snacks, but that's as prepared as I get. I've heard that planning your week is helpful. I always shy away from this because I don't want to be "tied down" to a specific menu. But I am really…
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To Count or Not to Count
Hello, I have found several contradicting instructions about this. I am targeting to eat (consume) 1500 calories/day to lose 2 pounds per week. I am exercising for an hour every day. Should I count (substract) the 300 calories I burn? And therefore eat an EXTRA 300 calroies? George
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Another HRM question
So I'm thinking of purchasing one for myself in the next few weeks. Which ones are a good product for not a bunch of $$$. what is the average price for a HRM? $100 or $150 or more. I hope it's not too expensive, as I'm broke most of the time. LOL Are they easy to use? What are your likes and dislikes with your HRM? Thanks…
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Why do my arms feel so FAT?
Sooo. I am noticing significant decrease in all my body parts.....EXCEPT my arms. I don't understand this. I do at least 3 days/week 60 minutes of cardio and I do weight training 2 days a week. My weight training class involves biceps, shoulders, triceps, back, core, calves, glutes and thighs. I am noticing a difference…
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What's your favorite (low cal) Breakfast, lunch and dinner??
I'm kinda getting tired of my egg white, reduced fat shredded cheese and broccoli scramble every AM. Also my tilapia and green beans. I need some new tasty things to cook. Any suggestions?
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Lost Inches but no pounds
Hi everyone. I started mfp on wed and so far i havent lost any weight, though i didnt expect to as yet. But what i did notice is that i lost inches. in my tummy area alone i lost a inch and a half and on my upper leg, hips and thighs i lost half a inch. Is this normal. Ive been working out 2 times a day. Not alot, just 8…
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this is not good
woke up this morning at 2.30 am. starving and just came down stairs and ate a packet of crisps. Ouch!!!! Liz
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Over 50 and Weightloss
Is it just me or am I the only one over 50 and i have to work really hard to lose a pound.? When I was in my 40's the pounds just seemed to melt off but omg now they seem to resent coming off at all :( Anyone else in my age group having this problem? I'd love to hear what is working for you, or even ideas youd like to try?…
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Does this make sense to anyone?
I'm on day 10 of my diet. The first 5 days I lost 4 pounds, and I did NOT exercise at all. For the last 4 days, I have continued to diet PLUS I have worked out every day, and not only, have I not lost any more, but I actually put a pound back on. I've not cheated on the food one bite! Does that make sense to anyone?
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100 Push Up Challenge....
Hello, just thought I would start the 100 push up challenge to go along with Turbo Jam. I have absolutely no arm strength. It is quite pathetic. Anyways, just wondering if anyone has done this before? If so, did you start with the"girly" ones and were able to work up to regular push ups? I was be completely ecstatic if I…
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How to determine mini goals??
Hello all, I have been on here for a little over 2 months and have lost over 20 lbs. My question is although I have been averaging about 2 lbs per week event though I set my goals to 1 lb per week. How do you determine your mini goals by a certain date. Do you just pick a number? Or do you just minus the pounds per week…
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Not hungry
When I started here on June 1st, it was very hard for me to stay within my calories, I even tried cheating a little and adding food I ate one day to the next day. But, now it is very hard for me to eat all my calories, I am just not hungry any more. I try to at least eat 1200 calories a day, but it is hard ...for example…