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Feeling a bit down today.
I started my journey back in Sept and have lost 53 lbs. I am very proud of myself, and I have about 30 more lbs to go. It just seems like everytime I look in the mirror I get so depressed @ my tummy. Everything else is changing and toning, but after the weight loss and 2 kids all I see is a flabby tummy that I feel won't…
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Have a case of the 'Mondays'?? What is YOUR motivation?
Good Morning Everyone!!! :) I hope you all had a great weekend....and are ready to power through this new week!! :) I know a lot of people (including myself) experience the 'Mondays' syndrome....feeling tired, worn out, and just plain old NOT READY to start another week.... Well, lets all take a deeeep breath, put a smile…
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I Could kick myself :(
Yesterday we had a crawfish boil at my house...tons of friends and family. I logged all my food ahead of time as not to go over. I did fine with the food...but I sooo blew it with drinking sodas and beer. I dont even keep those in my house bit people brought stuff to help out. I feel so bad now...i cant believe all that…
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Depression a result of diet change?
So I noticed two things today: 1. My fingernails look super strong and healthier than ever. Surprised me a lot since I haven't had any milk in a couple weeks. Have had plenty of cheese though. 2. I'm feeling a little depressed today. Actually it started probably about Saturday. My husband is deployed, so of course I go…
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6 week challage!
PEOPLE come help me on my 6 week challage- iv been on here a week now and love it, doing well and really feel like this is the time for me, before iv just done at a diet but now im really DOING IT, i feel great and cant wait to feel even better. In my diet history i always do well in the first few weeks or days and then i…
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WORDS OF WISDOM
I could do with a few friends to keep me on track! I've been using MFP for nearly a month now and although the weight is coming off I need so much encouragment to keep going! friend me pleaaase!
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The 3 mini-goals LENT challenge: starting Wednesday 9th Marc
Hey everyone, So as most of you know, Lent starts this Wednesday (9th March) Even if you are not religious, I feel this is a great time to set some goals to achieve. If you are like me and not cut out for fasting, then join this challenge!! So it's pretty simple: Pick three mini-goals that you would like to achieve over…
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Lonely...
I'm new and I don't have any friends on here...anyone wanna be buddies so I can get some support and give some support? Thanks!
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MUSIC!
Alright FP friends--I need ideas for AMAZING workout tunes!! I am starting to train for a half-marathon and I get bored SO easily with music and running so HELP ME!!! Ready, Set, GOO!!!!!!!! :bigsmile:
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Need a little more motivation to help you reach your goals..
Greetings... I am looking to add a few more MFP friends! 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…
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Bikini
I was just browsing the bikinis on victoriassecret.com.. and I can definitely say it's a motivator! I don't want to go to the pool with the hubby and the kids and be the only flabby one! Seriously, my husband is one of my biggest motivators. He's in such good shape and constantly dedicated and motivated, and I just really…
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Angry spouse!!
So... This morning I get up at 515, as ussal and ride my bike (it is on a fluid trainer and in the house) when I finish and go downstairs for coffee there she is with her arms crossed lookng angry. She says it wakes her up and she does not like it. Trust me it makes some noise but, on the other side of the house it sounds…
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Motivation
I am having a hard time motivating to lose weight depressed jackie dan
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Day 1 of 30 day Shred
I have always been overweight and have seen lots of peoples success on MFP with this program. So this past weekend I decided to do the 30 day shred. Today was day one. It was hard but it felt so good. I will probably not say that tomorrow since I will be sore:laugh: . After the 30 days will post my results along with pics.
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I've Stopped Answering The Phone
An irl friend who always asks me for help in the kitchen (she'll call and say something like, "I have a roast out. What do I do with it?" :-D ) has found that I've taken to adding a bit of exercise (and obviously MFP) to life. I think she thinks that since she took Pilates for a couple of years, has a Y membership, and is…
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What's your reward?
Hi All! Just wondering what everybody's reward is for either reaching mini goals or the final goal or both! I have mini goals set along the way since I have 62lbs to lose to make it more managable. When I hit my first 15 lbs loss I am rewarding myself with a body wrap. I've never had one and have been wanting one for a…
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Slave to the Scale!!
Hello friends and HAPPY THURSDAY!! :) I hope the sun is shining wherever you are!! :) So, I find myself, after giving SUCH MOTIVTIONAL speeches to others....STILL a slave to the scale each morning....and guess what, it hasn't MOVED in a few weeks, which leaves me frustrated. Now I KNOW that the number on the scale isn't…
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10 Biggest Celebrity Weight Losers …
:happy: 10 Biggest Celebrity Weight Losers …:happy: http://allwomenstalk.com/10-biggest-celebrity-weight-losers/ With the summer starting, my #1 priority these days is getting in shape before we go for a beach vacation with my hubby. He doesn’t understand what the fuss is all about, but thankfully other women understand…
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Late Night Eating
Hi guys - I have a simple question. I've heard two different opinions on this and I do want to do the best thing. I've read/heard that you shouldn't eat after 7PM, but I've also read/heard that it's 9PM. Which is correct? Or is it different depending on what time you go to sleep? To help...I normally am in bed and ASLEEP…
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One day, two conferences, difficult eating opportunities
So tomorrow I have a breakfast meeting starting at 9 with breakfast provided. It's a half day but with no finish time specified. Then I have to go straight to an afternoon at a conference, which provides lunch but obviously only if I get there on time. How can I make healthy choices, and how to I avoid missing lunch…
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Fat Mentality
Since high school, for the most part anyway, I have been overweight - and sometimes obese. I weigh less now than I have in ages. My clothes fit more loosely and I am even wearing smaller sizes. People keep commenting on the changes. So - why do I still see the fat chick when I look down at my legs in my jeans or when I…
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Challenge Group (New Members Welcome!!!) 4/4-4/10
This thread is one in which a new fitness and dietary challenge is posted each week. The challenges begin on Monday. Lets keep this rolling! Here are the challenges/format to post for this week: (ANY one can join in at ANY time!) _________________________________________________________________________________________…
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pitty party day SUCKS!!
So I had my pitty party days last week. It was awful. I went swim suit shopping and looked in the mirror and was SO disappointed with myself. Heres a little back story. I was in GREAT shape last summer. Had the body and confidence I always wanted. Well, I had surgery on my feet the right in august 2010 and then the left in…
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Monday April 11, 2011 Daily Dose Motivation 4 Lifestyle Chan
To change who you are, change who you think you are. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie If we think that we are fat, then we are fat, but if we think we are thin then we are thin. What we speak out of our mouths it will happen. So each and everyday confess that we are thin and at the end of our journey we will be thin. Many…
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kettlebells
Just wondering if anyone has tried kettlebells and if you really get a good workout??? and what was the difference you see?? does it build muscle or just tone?
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Last Call: To Fourth of July: a two pounds per week challeng
There are about nine of us. It starts tomorrow (Monday) so this is sort of a last chance to get on board. If you are about 20 to 25 pounds to your goals weight please join, this group is making a big last push to get there. The time in NOW to reach goal weight. I am declaring independence from my weight losing phase this…
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Bucket of Chicken Fantasy
Hi all Thought I'd share my current craving. When at my biggest or most unhappy I would often buy a 10 piece bucket of fried chicken and eat it all over the course of an evening. For some reason, and I don't know why, I have recently not only been tempted to buy a bucket of chicken, but I also have a recurring dream about…
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Gaining weight when running?
Has anyone gained weight after they started running? My scale went up and I am SO frustrated! The only thing I have been doing different is I started running. HELP!! Any thoughts!?
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Team 420 starting Monday 4/11
Hello, I have been battling my weight for my whole life and have had a few successfull journeys. I need motovation and better self controll. I am looking for around 15 people that want to loose 50 + lbs. With a combined group total loss of 420lbs by the begining of summer (does any one exact date?). It would be nice to…
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Feeling frustrated
So I weighed myself, and in the past 3 weeks I have lost 5 lbs. I was pretty excited about that, then my fiance weighed himself and he's lost 4 lbs. It's frustrating because I go to the gym 5-6 times a week, he goes maybe 1-2, I eat as healthy as healthy can be, while he doesn't eat junk, he doesn't eat quite as healthy as…