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Uh huh! No cottage Cheese here!!!!!! 4/3
http://www.freeworkoutsguide.com/intervalcardiolegsworkout.html Remember that commercial from years gone by...."we wear short shorts!' Ahhhhh those were the days when things were simple and commercials made sense! Anyhoo! Those girls had legs like smooth still waters and toned like a firm apple! What I wouldn't give for…
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Does anyone write letters anymore?!?!? 1/8/13
Hey! I thought this would be a fun (I read it again other day) "put your money where your mouth " type challenge! We have all done it either in high school or college..but you write yourself a letter then it is sent later to evaluate how far you have or have not come. Reassess what happened...because life happens despite…
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Mention it Monday...how'd it go?
Okay, if like me need to refocus after the holidays! So, as much as it pains me ....drink more water today! I know some of you drink a lot but if you over indulged yesterday or last week then commit to drink an extra 20 oz today! We need to flush out the excess salt and sugars! OH and btw since we didn't check in…
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Happy EASTER and PASSOVER!!!! 3/31
Nothing but fun and love and sharing life! I love and cherish you all! Big hug! Peace, Tanya
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Oh..not another 5 minutes!! 3/30
If you can today exercise an extra 5 min and increase the intensity those 5 min! Peace, WW
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Quick and simple and thank goodness to the point! 3/29
Get a great quick workout for today and perhaps the weekend...I know many will be busy due to holidays! We can always make time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=771BF1viey8 Afterwards get a good stretch very very important! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oj9-4ZQes4 This is nice stretching routine...I have done it before…
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What would you do if...? 3/28
http://media.lehighvalleylive.com/express-times/photo/-a0eca2cd14bbc152.jpg Okay, your challenge is to make this pizza healthy! Yes because it is foolish to think wwe will never eat it again but to pre-plan how will I deal with this item?! pizza can be a disaster or a healthy addition to any diet! What changes would you…
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Why does everyone scatter at 'Spring Cleaning'? 3/26
Okay todays challenge comes from something I read in a blog. Now we all know last Wednesday was the first of spring. So, folks have already started prunning their gardens, garages will be cleaned with sales, and homes will be scrubbed from top to bottom! HOWEVER, what about your pantry and refrigerator and workout room?…
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2 for 1 Sales at Gym-R-US! 3/27
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMB8EN48Lxw I love 2 for 1 sales! This is right on time! Who has time to be in the gym or workout at home for hours?! Do some cardio and get this bang for your buck exercise that works the legs, glutes, shoulders and arms! A little cardio in too if you do 3 sets of 8-12 reps! Woooooo…
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Jumpin Jack Flash!!!! Yeah yeah yeah! 3/22
I was born in a cross-fire hurricane And I howled at my ma in the driving rain, But it's all right now, in fact, it's a gas! But it's all right. Im jumpin jack flash, Its a gas! gas! gas! Alittle pick me up to do jump rope to! Ah the Rolling Stones...good music to get ya going!! Okay, I wrote on this before and man I…
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New to the group
Hi, I am new to this group, but the concept of a challenge a day sounded interesting. What's today's challenge? Who usually posts it? Thanks.
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Okay do the Bulgarians really do this?!?! 3/25
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyoV909uMPY Try these today! Note it is not a race...I see folks do these like they are a toy bouncing up and down! You are building strength and balance no reason to go super fast! Now if you are used to these and easy then add weight. Nice though all you need is a chair! If at gym use a…
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SOS: Shout out Sundays 3/24/2013
Hey what happened this week? Anything good? Bad? What did you learn? It does not have to be related to this weeks challenges. We discussed triceps, jumping rope, bicep burls for the fitness challenges...I hope you got a chance to try or archived to try later. Mental wise with the health journey we discussed making a bucket…
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Curl... 1, 2, 3, no..not cheese curls silly! :D 3/23
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SoGXiHDJx4 Hey a simple but still challenge today! Bicep curls and yes ladies I want you to do them! You will not develop big arms. We are looking for toned arms remember? Not just Mushy arms! Beside you 'biceps curl' when you pick up kids, laundry basket and groceries! HA! Men....I already…
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OH noooo! I went to the store hungry! 3/21
Hey don't do it! I have done it and bought some very interesting items! Things I know I never would have if I was satisfied! check this out! http://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-shopping-list-for-beginners/ It doesn't have to be clean eating but just a nice list so you can simply cross off! Now how about them…
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Flags should be the only thing flapping in wind! 3/20
http://www.oxygenmag.com/Training/Articles/Triceps-Circuit.aspx OOOOOOOOH! This one is really good for someone like me that has flap...oooo what is every woman's nightmare? To wave and your hand is not the only thing waving!!!!!!!! So...break out the dumb-bells and get busy! You can make this your workout or add one set to…
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Jack & Jill of all fitness trades!!! Get up that hill! 3/19
http://www.freeworkoutsguide.com/fitness-bucket-list.html I love this! I have to many on my list too! This is great because it puts creativity, beats boredom, promotes growth in brain activity (when you do something different) and can get rid of those pesky plateaus!!!!!! MOST IMPORTANT IT PUTS FUN into exercise! So, what…
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New challenges?
Where do I find the daily challenge???
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ATTACK!!!!!!!!!!! Of the snacks that is! 3/18
http://www.snack-girl.com/snack/top-ten-100-calorie-snacks/?e=jElaVqLz Now that we are starting our work week off let's think how we can stay on track! Well, this is one way to have healthy and snacks that are ready! Snacks help us from tearing down the kitchen or the vending machine like a pterodactyl ripping bags and…
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SOS: Shout out Sundays 3/17/2013
Hit me back ya'll....what did ya learn this week???
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How does that Pina Colada song go again? Rain... 2/25
http://www.snack-girl.com/snack/fresh-pineapple-recipe/?e=IEUzVddE If you live where it is cold this may be a welcome change! A feeling of the warm sun and the tropic winds blowing through your hair! LOL! Eat some pineapple! I love the stuff and once I had fresh very hard for me to eat the canned although nothing is wrong…
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And the Angel finally went Ninja on the Devil....POW!
Now you have a pick me up when you are ready to give up! A reference for the angel and devil who are always fighting on your shoulders! http://www.mensfitness.com/training/pro-tips/the-10-most-important-fitness-goals I really like this article! It is not just for men but for us all! I believe it gives a nice perspective…
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If a Zombie was chasing me..how fast cld I run??
Well, we will find out today!!! Whether you are a beginner or advanced this routine has it all for you! A challenge! http://oxygenmag.com/Fat-Loss/Articles/Killer-Cardio-Workout.aspx This cardio routine is for everyone! Press "print" or write it down and get busy! Who doesn't want to burn fat?! Here is just one more way…
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Jiffy Pop, O Redenbacher, Popsecret & Kettlecorn
http://www.snack-girl.com/snack/popcorn-healthy/?e=Sl31BMwX Okay, if ya'll don't know by now I loooooooooooooooooove popcorn! i am a purist and I pop in the pot with a little oil. YUMMO! But to each his own. Enjoy this great fiber rich treat but if you add butter now you have made it a 'treat' instead of a snack! I love to…
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Runners Log stardate 3729.4...We were on...
http://www.sideofsneakers.com/2010/08/04/running-without-injury/ This is a runner's blog but I thougght the tips she gave are vital! when you want to run whether as a daily or occasional one like me there are still proper steps to take! Try as much as possible to prevent injuries! Rome was not built in a day! Even if a pro…
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Eggcelent ideas you have today my friend!! LOL! 3/12
http://www.oxygenmag.com/Nutrition/Articles/Clean-Egg-Muffins.aspx Ooooh I love recipes like this..I guess because I need something quick in the morning I can run with...and easy peasy too! WOOO HOOO! And if you need proof eggs are good for you then read this:…
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Beyonce's Bootylicous BOOTY Routine! 3/11
PSYCHE!!!!! LMBO!!!!!!!!!!! I could not help myself! I have no clue of her workout routine but I know what you can do!!!!!!!!! http://www.freeworkoutsguide.com/best-butt-makeover-bootcamp-workout.html I know we seem to be talking about the 'booty' a lot lately but hey for good reason..most powerful muscle in the body and…
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New to MFP! :)
Hey Everyone! I am new to MFP and just wanted to take a minute to introduce myself. My name is Danielle and I am tired with being over weight, I have decided to change my entire lifestyle to achieve my goals. I needed some support and decided that MFP was right for me, I can not wait to meet all the great people on this…
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SOS: Shout out Sundays 3/10/2013
So what did you learn this week? What new or reminder for life, health and fitness you discovered? Anything in this week's challenges make you think? Try harder? Tweak or change your thinking? No judgement just discovering and saying out loud our victories loses and learning battles that will win in the future! Peace, WW…
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WE ARE F-A-M-I-L-Y...I got all my__with me! 3/9
I was listening to a radio news program on way to work a week or two ago and this psychologist said that technology has gotten folks so out of touch with how to socialize. Humans were made to socialize and have fun together. We need actual FACE time! She said the newer generations are not showing skills on how to deal with…