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4 out of 5 weekly challenge WEEK 5 April 4th....
If you want to join in this challenge please sign in no later than midnight eastern time on Monday, April 4th. After that feel free to join us next week. This is a 4 out of 5 challenge. Meet 4 of the following goals every day to stay in the challenge. Goal 1 - Log all food Goal 2 - drink at least 8 cups of water Goal 3 -…
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Needing a little extra motivation? Add me as a friend!
Greetings... I have been pursuing my passion for health and fitness for over a decade now! With Certifications in Yoga, Nutrition and Personal Training, my approach to weight loss is very much holistic! I am an honest and passionate fitness professional whom just LOVES to help others reach their goals! If you need a little…
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1 Week Only challenge (Apr. 3rd - Apr. 9th)
:happy: Let's give it another go! - The 1 Week Only - Weight Loss Challenge! :drinker: ** It is said that ANYONE can do ANYTHING for just 1 week. ** If you agree with that statement then that means that you CAN stay on a healthy diet and exercise program for 1 WEEK. If you believe you can do this - join me in a weight loss…
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How do you stay motivated?
Well Im not trying to lose weight but I am trying to get in shape and get fit. I do good for a few days with exercising and making sure to eat healthy but then I get lazy and quit for a few days, then I start up again. I dont know anyone in the area so I dont have anyone to go to the gym with. Im wondering what you guys do…
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Does your family support you?
:sad: Hey everyone,i just wanted to say how happy i am to join MFP.Its good to have people on here that I can relate to. My question to yall is,if you have family and friends that support you?Sadly I dont..I have alot of familly,but were not close.I have an older sister,but we dont really get along,even though in the past…
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I need really freinds.
I love my MFPer's and maybe its to much to ask for but I'd really like more friends to talk to. Either messaging daily, or chatting on facebook or one of the other messengers, I don't mind texting either. So if you're in need of a freind who has the time to kinda just shoot the **** daily message me! **sn** real…
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Any men in this forum ? (37-40) - need support / male frien
Thanks to all who responded to my first call for support. I now have a gazillion friends (exxageration), but would also like to have some men friends. If there are any men in this forum, I need your support as well. It does not matter if you are 25 or 40 or 80, I just need it more balance, to get my butt kicked, for…
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Need some opinions, some answers...
Just updated my fitness profile,I started out at roughly 237 lbs back in december, I had been working out a lot just wasnt losing enough, Im now at about 180-185 lbs with about 9-10% body fat last I checked and really sont want to lose anymore, Im 6 feet tall and have a large frame, Ill look sick if I get any smaller. Im…
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An Incredible Article/Blog Post by Evanna Lynch (of Harry Po
Notes: Evanna Lynch plays Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter film series. She overcame anorexia with the help of a letter from JK Rowling (what a legend) and found confidence in her body and herself in general. I think this article pretty much is incredible and if it gives someone on here the motivation to keep going with…
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Helpful tips needed
Not to sure if i am at the right calorie intake i think i am maybe eating to much but not to sure i am 5'6" and 245 my calorie intake is about 1800 i dont even eat that much maybe about 1400 but i just wanna make sure i am challenging myself Help me :)
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how do you do it? what really pushes you to lose weight ever
i'm just struggling really badly and need to learn some discipline.
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High self esteem makes this harder!
I have really high self esteem. I know I'm over weight, but I like myself. I'm not conceded or stuck up... I'm just down to earth and I keep it real. I know I need to lose weight that's why I'm here and I'm excited to do it. Here's the thing, I think I'm pretty... I'm no 10 or anything, but I like the way I look. I feel…
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Last 10 pounds...
I have been on this weight loss journey for a few years now and I have always struggled with body image and the fluctuating number on the scale. After all this heartbreak and success, I am down to the home stretch. I hear the last 10 pounds are the hardest to remove and I was wondering what all of you do to push yourself…
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Need more support
I just have one friend on the forum and would like more if possible. This is my first week, and feel like I will be more successful with more support and friends on the forum. Please send me a request if you want to be my friend! Thank you and best wishes of success to you. Looking forward to sharing the journey with you.
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HOT MOMMAS!! Monthly Challenge!
Ok i need LOTS of support to get my tail in high gear..So i have decided to start a challenge for all you hot mommas (and hot daddys) who need to lose some pounds, and make a lifestyle change!! We will do this challenge from month to month..In other words from today april 10- may 10 you will post how much weight you would…
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Going to a spring festival with the kids. Fair food, buzz o
I've only been back on the wagon a week. I've GOT to stay true to my plan to lose an average of 2# a week in order to make it to the goal I have set for my wedding day weight. This post serves to keep me honest. as I will come back and check in once we have returned home. I vow to not eat the delicious fair food that is…
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Atlanta Area Anyone?
Hello there! I am in Atlanta, Ga and am looking for more people in the area. I am a BeachBody Coach, but also looking to host some "fit clubs' at local parks or schools and then transitioning into TurboKick and Zumba classes in June after I complete training. So looking for some people that would like to participate, share…
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Just a pic for motivation...
...And I took it while being attacked by a ferocious creature! LOL! Feeling good today :-)
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Small Motivator
I want to start the Couch to 5K and found the perfect water bottle, Hello Kitty!!! It is a small thing that motivates me to get out there!!
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Healthy Town---where everyone knows your name
In a few weeks, I will be leaving healthy town(my girlfriend & I apt.) where working out every day is simple & easy as sunday morning(well not really but,...) & eating right is enjoyable as a hot summer day. In healthy town there's nothing but smiles, & "YOU CAN DO IT". In healthy town, everyone eats baked chicken instead…
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Stretch Marks
Is there anyone else out there who feels like me??? So I absolutely hate my stretch marks..... like despise them. & i feel like no matter how skinny i get i will never show my stomach in public, I will never wear a 2 piece bathing suit.... Ever. Im glad that i wil be able to look good with my clothes on & i will feel more…
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Recovering from eating disorder..
Hey guys! I have had problems with eating disorders in the past, and usually when I start counting calories and such, I start to have problems again. Do you guys have any tips for how you count calories without obsessing? I don't know if anyone else struggles with this.. Sarah
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20lbs to lose?
Hey guys! I've got 20 lbs left to my goal weight and was wondering if anyone else did too? I was thinking we could make a friendly competition and see who can get their first? A little motivation to keep me going and maybe you too. Anybody interested? :-)
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When will I stop being "fat"?
I'm having a hard time accepting compliments on my weight loss, even though I'm anxious to know whether it is something others can notice. I've lost a lot of weight (36 pounds from my highest not-pregnant weight) and I'm down four sizes. I can't gracefully accept compliments because I still feel fat. I don't want to see…
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I confess of my sin!
I've spent all this time tracking my food, doing my exercises, putting money fourth towards a nice HRM, .... but then only putting fourth a measly 3 minutes towards my prayer life, especially this Lent. I confess to making fitness my idol, putting it before my relationship with God. I'm sorry +
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What will you do when the thrill is gone?
It's an interesting question - one that was posed to me recently by someone who had noticed my recent weight loss. He had asked how I had managed to lose 95 lbs in a short 5 months. I gave a lot of credit to finding MFP, their easy tools and access, and the great network of friends who cheer you on when you are doing well,…
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Motivating Pic!!
When you feel like you "can't" exercise, think of this: You can. :flowerforyou: :heart:
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OT: Sort of...WWYD about "insulting friend" who contacted me
I will copy/past some back history on here: Some of you may remember reading this before but wanted an "updated opinion"on a call I got from her yesterday. Here is the copy/paste from Last July: My friend of 30+ yrs (we are 38), feels it's ok, I guess, maybe b/c I let it go most times, to make rude comments to me. Wether…
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Visual Motivation?
I have been searching the internet for pictures of FAT by weight for visual motivation. Does anyone know if or where a website would be that shows you pictures of fat by weight? I have lost 15lbs so far, and my dh claims he can't tell. I want to find a picture of 15lbs of fat to show him he can shut his trap.Plus, I would…
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Military needs your prayer
News just came out for all Active Duty military. We will only get half a pay check on the 15th. And unless congress makes a decision we will NOT be getting paid on the 1st. Please pray for our troops (myself included), as many of us will be unable to pay our bills and provide for families.