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Where are you finding your encouragement?
I found a book in the discount bin at my local grocery store entitled "Lose 10 Pounds in 2 Weeks". I was very unsure of it at first. Five pounds a week???? Not good. But, so far the book is right on. It speaks of eating more natural foods, portion control and getting in exercise. These are things that I already know, but…
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Hope I can find help
I am deleted myself from a lot of my groups. They do not have any action. It looks like this one may be more helpful. The description of this group sounds like me. I want to lose about 15 pounds and having a hard time doing so. I think that a lot of my problem is that I see how little I have to reach my goal so I am…
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Non-scale goals
My goal is to lose some size and be less "squishy". But that's not very measurable. Anyone have any non-scale goals to offer as examples?
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Hi
Hi, just had an invitation here. I'm 5'5" currently 125 lbs and looking to get to 120 to maintain. I was nearly there 2 months ago, but bounced back up!
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Toning and Shedding Pounds
Any ideas on a good program to incorporate cardio and some toning? I am not a fan of toning but I am realizing I won't make real progress with just cardio (i love running). Thinking about doing some cardio everyday and strength training (toning) every other day. Any ideas/suggestions?
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Question about eating 1200 calories per day
My doctor said that I will not lose weight eating 1200 calories per day. MFP says this should be my goal. Any advice?
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need a plateau buster
Hi, I'm new to the group, but so glad I found a group that either needs to just lose that last 5-10 lbs or tone up/feel better. I'm 5'6" (although I'm convinced I'm closer to 5'7") and weigh 142lbs. I'd really like to get to 135. I joined a local 6 week challenge four weeks ago and am down 6 lbs, so am thrilled about that,…
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new here :)
I'm new to the group and have only been on mfp for about a month. I used to work out all the time and go to the gy but I had my second baby 2 years ago and haven't been since. I decided to start the 30 day shred in january and I just finished yesterday. Today I started the 6 week 6 pack dvd. At home workouts is my only…
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workout dvds
Hi everyone! Hope you are having a good Sunday! I have been eating well and trying to stay in my calorie goal, but I haven't made time for exercise.:frown: I have been religiously taking the stairs at work and school instead of the elevator, but that is it. At work I do climb 100 stairs to my office 2X a day and at school…
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Ab Crunches Everyday.....
I have the muffin top.... I have some weight to loose.. Is it a good Idea to do a small amout (less than 200 overall within different types) of ab crunches every day... Is it OK or should I do it every other day??? What do you think???
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facing my fears and boosting my self-esteem
Hi everyone! I wanted to bring up a topic that I've struggled with for years...my self-esteem and how my body image has affected it. Next month I'm doing something I haven't done in over 10 years and I'm doing it because I finally feel like I'm ready for it... I'm modeling nude for an art class. Back in my "skinny days"…
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hello!
hiya! I'm new here! I've only been a member on here for a couple of weeks, so hello! I've been trying to lose weight for a while now but i've struggled to find something that works for me. I found the myfitnesspal app and it seems to be working wonders with me haha. I've lost 5lbs so far woo! I'm 22 and from england. I…
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L- carnitine
Have any of you have tried L-carnitine? or any GNC/other brand Workout Supplement??
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Curves Gym... Do you have an opinion about it?
Have you tried to workout at a Curves Gym??? What do you think about this type of exercise??
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New and Nervous
I have a hard time staying on top of the weight issue. I'm 21, a little heavy, but not unhealthy. I'm trying to tone and get back to the me I love. I'm scared too. I don't talk openly about my weight fears, but it's time I took charge of myself. I need some friends to help me succeed, and not many at home are worried about…
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hello!
Signed up today! Got 8lbs to lose in the next 4 weeks going on holiday! really hard work but hopefully ill get there, i plan to check in regular 128 to 120/119 here we go! Any one with a similiar time constrained goal?
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Chalean Xtreme / Bob Harper's Inside Out Method
Curious who has done either. I like the looks of Bob Harper's inside out method dvds. I got the weight, cardio and yoga one second hand and I'm excited to do those. I also want to try to focus more on weights than just cardio so I was thinking Chalean xtreme but the heaviest weight I have is 8lbs and I can't afford to buy…
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Hola!!! I'm introducing myself!!!
Good Morning Girls.. My name is Ana, I'm from Guatemala, Central America... In case you dont know where is that... Guatemala is a small country right below Mexico... If my english is not that good I apologize in advance, I'm a spanish speaker.... I dont know if I fit the profile of most of the girls in the group but i have…
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Woah, is it possible that MFP cardio calculator is this far
So on Saturday I went to spin class followed by Body Pump. Both of these are Les Mills classes (RPM is what they call the spin class and then Body Pump). I logged them in MFP as spin and strength training. MFP gave me a calorie burn of 393 for spin and 154 for body pump for a total of 547. I was just messing around online…
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My evil inner voice
Ugh, sometimes I swear I'm my own worst enemy. LOL! I've been at (or under) my original goal weight of 125 for a little more than a year now. My new goal is 115 but more than weight my goals are in conjunction with lowering body fat % and qualifying for the Boston Marathon. 115 is not set in stone for me, it's more like…
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Just saying hello.
Hey all, My name is stephanie and I am 20 years old. When I saw this group and it seemed like it is just what I am looking for. I am 20 years old, 5'3 and 140. I gained 20ish pounds in the last 8 months or so. I was maintaining a great 118 until I had to move for work, and then move home when the job ended, and then move…
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Introducing...ME!
Hello everyone. I am 37 years old, married to a great guy and we have 2 fabulous kids, 13 and 8. I work as a Police Call Taker and Dispatcher in Alberta, which involves shift work (usually 12 hrs shifts, 2 days 2 nights then off for 4 days) I am fortunate to have free access to a gym here in our building and I have a…
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I need some snack ideas with good protein
I'm doing well with eating lean meats, etc. with my meals to up my protein, but I need some snack ideas. So far my snack foods have mostly been: almonds, string cheese, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds. I usually have a protein powder shake with my breakfast. Breakfast also usually includes an egg. I'd eat more eggs in a day…
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I had an interesting, eye-opening day
I joined a new fitness center this week and one of the services they offer new members is a one-on-one health assessment consultation with one of their personal trainers. Basically you talk about your exercise and eating habits and goals. They also use a scale that weighs you, does BMI, body fat %, body water %, muscle…
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Veggies!
Morning! So Day 1 of my eating plan went pretty well! It seemed like a lot of food to eat in one day - but I trust my trainer that she knows best! It's crazy though how your brain is teling you that you shouldn't be eating this much or you will get fat - the anxiety that comes with eating when you think you shouldnt be is…
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How to burn more calories
Since most of the people in this group are on the lower side in terms of weight, how do you burn more calories? I prefer to do aerobic/dance type exercises. The only one I really have right now is Turbo Jam. I have to do the low-impact version due to weak ankles. According to MFP, 40 minutes of low-impact aerobics only…
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Gained Weight and some inches as well!!! Aaaahh!
Okay so recently I finished the Supreme 90 Day workout. I did get some muscle tone that I didn't have before and was happy with that however, I actually gained like 5 to 6 pounds and some inches too. I can understand gaining a little from muscle weight but, I should have lost inches!! I am so discouraged! In the beginning…
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New Here
Hi Ladies, I read the description of your group, and it fit me to a tee. I've lost around 80 lbs since my pregnancy. I'm my healthy weight range, and I look pretty good in my clothes, so all I hear is: don't lose any more blah blah. I really want to lose about 10 more lbs and tone up. I look forward to getting to know you.…
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Holiday Meltdown
This week I have noticed a distinct change in my social calendar. My nights weekends are packed with parties and get togethers that include yummy dips, all things carbs, and many, many drinks. My time for working out is dwindling b/c i have obligations right after work. I cannot fall off the wagon now. My brother's wedding…
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Just joined!
I just started using MFP this week almost exclusively with my iPhone. This group is what I've been looking for. Support is needed for people that are in their "normal" weight range, but want to lose to be in the lower end of said range. How many times I hear "you don't need to lose weight" and get a that crazy look. I lose…
