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Final Five Frustration
I am hoping this group can help me stay the course. I have been trying so hard to lose the last 5 pounds to my goal and it just doesn't seem to want to happen. I have eating more, eating less, mixing up the exercise routine, etc. I did just start to try to drink more water, and I have been pretty good for a week at…
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Looking for more friends for motivation and support
Add me if you log on more than once a month haha
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Is this a great daily workout!? Share your thoughts (^_^)!
5 days a week! Running on the treadmill . For 30 minutes. Burning over 312 calories. Distance 2 miles. + workout bench routine 200 crunches 50 leg lifts
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Other new runners?
I am about to begin the C25k program. I have never been a fan of running. Okay, I should say I have always HATED running. I ran in school because in order to pass gym, you had to run. I have never willingly run since then. My line is the only reason to run is if zombies are chasing me. Well, I guess there must be zombies.…
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New to the group
Hey! This group is exactly me... I'm looking for support through these last 10-20 lbs and some serious motivation because it is so easy to make excuses when trying to lose weight when you're not that big to start off with. I really want to commit this time so I'd seriously appreciate some friends who won't take my excuses…
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Lightest I've been for my whole adult life!
I'm 42 and 5' 6". The whole of my adult life my weight has swung between about 142 lbs to 155 ( and sometimes over) I started this year at 155lbs, and I've been working really hård since then, and this morning I weighed in at 135lbs. I am over the moon.the last time I was this weight was when I was a teenager! We go on…
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F*** chocolate!
Sorry to be crass but seriously, f*** chocolate. F it's power over me, f the way that sometimes its all I can think about, f that it's usually what breaks me. F that once I get started its so hard to stop, f that it tastes so damn good but has nothing nutritionally good about it. Maybe I'm being a little bit over the top…
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Somebody near Westlake or Thousand Oaks?
I love going for hikes at Malibu creek, I normally drag my husband with me when he isn't working, very rare. so when he is working I don't have a friend to go with and I'm afraid of going alone, ( I watch too much criminal minds LOL) does anyone would like to go with me?
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stepping out of denial
I have been in mega-denial and haven't stepped on the scale all summer. I made myself do it last night because: 1. my clothes are feeling uncomfortably snug 2. My 2.5 yo and 6.5 yo both agreed that my belly is "the best pillow ever" 3. I'm jiggly, slightly achy/sore for no reason and generally feeling kind of down I'll…
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dont always have time for weights
I dont always have time to him the gym to do weight training or take a body pump class. what are some home exercises that are good? squats? dips? pushups? any others that you guys like to do ? :) thx!
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actually starting to enjoy workouts!
I was in a very competitive marching band program all though high school, so I never felt the need to go to the gym. In college, I smoked like a chimney and walked 2 miles a day to/from class and stayed slim despite all the beer. Needless to say I visited our free-to-students, beautiful, newly remodeled rec center a…
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Help! Adding strength training.. adding pounds?
Recently, I've been adding strength training workouts and am actually starting to see some definition in my body! It's good to see results :) I feel great! But, I'm worried that the scale number will go up and it's going to be impossible to reach my ultimate goal. But I would rather have muscle, be tone and fit and have…
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Exercise burns cals...do I need to replace them by eating?
Ok, so I have a question to any MFP experts. I have a 1300 calorie limit each day, and some times (ok, not that often haha) I struggle to get there. I don't want to just shove something in my mouth for the sake of making my calorie count. But my question is about exercising. If I burn the cals, do I need to eat more to…
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Perfect YOU! Support/ Fitness & Weight Loss Challenge
Hi Ladies! I am currently looking to assemble a small group (4-6) of girls who are looking to lose about 10-15 pounds and implement a healthy excerise regiment in to their lives. Participants will be required to document and share all meals & exercises. I will also strongly encourage the sharing of any recipes, tips/…
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Hello! New to the group...
Hello beautiful women! I'm new to this group, but been on MFP for a while now. My goals are pretty self-explanatory: -Get and stay fit -Develop better habits -Transform my inner and outer self -Be a positive role model for my daughter For any additional information on me, please visit my profile. I log in every day and…
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Getting 'thinner' without loosing 'weight'
My BMI is 21.5, I'm 5'3" (160cms) and 121lbs (55kgs) and having trouble working out what my next goal is. I don't think I'll necessarily look any better if I loose more weight so I'm keen to loose body fat, tone up and get fitter. What is the best way of doing this? Do I need to restrict calories? Will working out using a…
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Protein needs?
Hi. I am new to mfp and this group (just 6 days). I have noticed that I always go over on protein, but stay below on carbs, fat, and calories.. Am I the only one that tends to eat more protein, or is that common? Maybe it is because I was taught to eat lean protein with each meal and then try to eat a lot of veggies/fruits…
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Healthy snacks
I was wondering what everyone ate in between meals to curb hunger. What are your go to low cal/ healthy energy boosts? I usually eat Fage Greek yogurt, or Kashi bars. What does everyone else snack on?
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When do you fight it and when do you just accept?
I just gained 15 pounds. I am still in a normal weight range, but I went up a size in clothing. No more size 8 for me. When do you fight it, and when do you just love your body as is?
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Newbie Here
Hi. My name is Mary. I am 29 years old, a wife, mother of 3, and full time online student. I have always been overweight. I used to weight over 200 lbs. After I reached 200 I stayed away from the scale and pretended nothing was wrong. Till one day backpain ruled my life. I couldn't get out of bed and I was only 26. After…
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How to lose weight according to my Naturopathic Dr.
I am 46, 5'7", weigh 140 lbs with a goal of getting into the 132-135 lb. range. I am on a 1200 per day calorie diet. I exercise every day, and burn about 400-600 calories a day. So, my daily calorie goal is 1600-1800 depending on how much I exercised that day. I had an appointment with my Naturopath yesterday. Here is how…
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friends welcome!!
Need that motivation from girls just like me. Short, & with about 20 lbs - 25 lbs to lose !! Girls who want to lead a healthier lifestyle. Girls who want to overcome their cravings. Girls who want to be strong and sexy. Girls like me ! We're in this together. Def need more friends on here to help motivate me!* Friend…
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Can't give it up even though you know you should....
Mine's beer. I love trying new microbrews and I know if I cut it out i would drop the weight no problem. But it's almost fall brew time, what's beer drinkin' girl to do?! Don't even get me started on MGD 64, if I wanted flavorless booze I would drink vodka.
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Sugar Addiction
Anyone else with a sugar addiction?? I'm always binging. I can't even go a week without indulging in some kind of candy. What are your weaknesses and how have you overcome them?
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Hi, I'm new
Hi! I'm new to MFP and to this group and thought I'd introduce myself. I'm MrsAzriel and I'm a 24 year old wife, accountant, martial artist, runner and cross country coach. I'm also a tattoo lover, mom to a cat and dog, and have a major sweet tooth. I was 127 when I got married and then life happened. DH deployed to Korea,…
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Getting nowhere....
I'm 5ft5 with a starting weight of 147lbs. In the last month I've cut down on snacks, cut out takeaways and joined a gym exercising 3 times a week for at least 40 minutes (mainly running with a little bit of weights) rather than a 60 minute dance class once a week. Within a week I was starting to see signs that I was…
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Girls who are 5'3 and 125lbs. Any tips?
Hello! If you are 5'3 and 125 I would love your help. How did you get there? How many calories do you eat per day? How long have you maintained? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!
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Hello...just joined
Hi. I just joined my fitness pal today...although I have been dieting and exercising for a long time now. I saw your group and it looks perfect for me. I have never been over weight, but I struggle with keeping my weight from creeping up (I am 31 with 2 children). I am 5'4" 130 lbs with a good bit of muscle. I need to lose…
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Newbie to the group!
Hello all :) Well, with the help of MFP I've gone down to a number on the scale that I'm mostly comfortable with - until I get it on the bodyfat percentage and that's something BAD!!!! I know they're not 100% accurate but it's the only thing I've got to measure it with. It's currently about 25-27% (like everything else it…
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5'5 weigh 143 starting zumba and piloxing
I'm 18 years old and went from 115 to143 in a years time. I was also on the depo shot which I know causes weight gain. Starting tomorrow I will be participating in Zumba and Piloxing Classes every day for 1-2 hours. Has anyone here been successful losing weight from any of these dance classes? I am nowhere near fat…