Byrdsong1920 Member

Replies

  • Omg! Hilarious! Not CNN! Love it! How about....in shower at gym and have to evacuate and news camera crew is outside filming! Gotta look hot!
    in Anyone have strange reason for losing weight? Comment by Byrdsong1920 February 2013
  • I have not tried yet, but actree Nicole Ari Parker (wife of the fine actor Boris Kodjoe) :) invented this sweat headband for women dealing w/this issue: check it out http://frugivoremag.com/2012/02/nicole-ari-parker-invents-headwrap-that-saves-your-hair-from-sweat/ This is an issue for most women, but we can't let it hold…
    in Black Women Avoiding Exercise To Maintain Hairstyles: Study Comment by Byrdsong1920 February 2013
  • I was just goggling this.....lowering sugar helps w/insulin spikes and so its good to always eat sugars w/a protein. And stick to healthy sugars such as fruits and not processed sugar such as raw sugar, candy, soda, etc. We can't avoid sugar, but we can help it work for us. Cutting back on high sugary dressings on salads,…
    in Sugar intake for Women Comment by Byrdsong1920 February 2013
  • CHECKOUT bodybuilding.com's Jamie Eason's Turkey Muffins, good balance of healthy carbs and high protein and can throw in your gym bag or purse and eat anytime! http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/video-jamie-eason-turkey-meatloaf-muffins.htm SUPER EASY TO MAKE! Happy journey!
    in Turkey recipes Comment by Byrdsong1920 February 2013
  • I have luckily never been a 'salter' of my foods...I order fries w/no salt.Mainly because people tend to over salt. I'd rather do it myself! To cut down the salts, try to avoid eating out and prepare your own foods. This way you can manage and control the salt intake. I love the MFP app, you can look up foods when dining…
    in Need ideas to reduce sodium Comment by Byrdsong1920 January 2013
  • I like the premade ones from GNC/Strawberry Cream. I only use them when I'm in a rush. Maybe 3 times/week. I make my own in the morning w/Almond milk, flax seed, Iso100 Chocholate Protein powder, raw almonds and maybe Sugarfree Torani syrup. Add some fruit if you want. But the gnc is good...try it!
    in Meal replacement shakes Comment by Byrdsong1920 January 2013
  • I wouldn't count light cleaning like vaccuming, but if you are moving and doing strainuous work, then yes. Put on your Heart Rate Monitor and see if your heart rate is up. If its not something you do daily, thats not part of your regular activity. Today I moved boxes, went up and down the stairs, etc. It was WORK!! I…
    in Do you count cleaning as exercise? Comment by Byrdsong1920 January 2013
  • 4 cans of frosting...hilarious! My worse (from what I recall). Brusters ice cream sundae with brownie and mint choc chip ice cream, pretzel w/cheese, reese's cup and mcdonalds somewhere in there. My home girl at a 12 pack of hot Krispy Kreme donuts in one sitting...it was bad. lol!!
    in What was your WORST binge ever? Comment by Byrdsong1920 January 2013
  • Love the GNC Meal Replacement Shakes/high protein.Strawberry Cream is the bomb!! They are already pre-made and about $2 for 14 oz bottle. If you have time to quick blend, I love my Bullet Blender and mix almond unsweetened milk, protein powder, raw almonds, flax seed and can throw in some sugar free Torani Raspeberry or…
    in Super Quick- High protein breakfast??? Comment by Byrdsong1920 January 2013
  • Greetings from Atlanta.... I agree with several aspects of this and some I don't....at the end of the day. You have to find what works for you. MFP is great because you get to log your progress and track your weight programs, calories and cardio. I joined a new gym several mts ago. I love it because after meeting w/my…
    in Cardio vs weights??!! Which do you do & WHY? Comment by Byrdsong1920 December 2012
  • Hey! Happy Holidays everyone! I've always done well when lowering my carbs. If I eat a high carb diet at 1400 cals and a low carb diet plan at 1400 cal I always lose weight. I learned a lot after meeting w/my colonics specialist. She shared a book with me called EAT RIGHT FOR YOUR BLOOD TYPE. A lot of our diet (When I say…
    in why do people think carbs are so bad/evil? Comment by Byrdsong1920 November 2012
  • SOO HARD PICKIN UP FOLKS AT THE GYM! My new gym I go to is HARDCORE!! Everyone is a fitness buff! lol! I saw a cutie the other day and he had on HEADPHONES!! (BIG ISSUE AT MY GYM). He hopped on the machine infront of me. Well, in between reps, I hopped off and tapped him on the shoulder...he pulled out his earphones and…
    in Gym pick up lines Comment by Byrdsong1920 August 2012
  • Love my protein shakes...I now throw in some raw almonds (love the crunch, great source of protein and good fats), add some fruit too for antioxidants.... Also, snacks through the day will help too such as low fat cheese, crackers, some protein bars, nuts, etc. Beef up your salads and have fun w/it. Check this out:…
    in I can't seem to eat 1200 calories! Comment by Byrdsong1920 July 2012
  • I would have major withdrawls!! Gonna have to pray about this challenge! lol!!
    in One Month No Scale CHALLENGE Comment by Byrdsong1920 July 2012
  • thanks for sharing, will checkout!!
    in Automatic Meal Planner Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • havent decided...I usually treat myself and do a blueberry waffle,but doin lower carb, so my pass up and do a protein shake!
    in What are you eating for b'fast tomorrow? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • I agree w/the first comment made after yours.. 1. Log everything you eat...I often text myself if I cant get to my app. Then add the food later 2. Measure all you eat-this way you start to visually learn serving sizes and portion control 3.I pack my food cooler daily. I'm a Realtor, so always on the move and in meetings!…
    in what helped you?? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • I just picked up lunch there for my colleague yesterday! They now offer brown rice! so get the 'bowl' vs. burrito shell! Get brown rice and load up on veggies and extra lettuce! The chicken is a little salty, but drink ur water today and watch other sodium intake and you'll be good!! happy journey
    in Best options at Chipotle? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • I got u!!
    in Fell off (again!) but I'm back (again!) Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • I saw someone posted the Olive Garden nutritional link. That was awesome! I go online when I can before I eat out to 'plan' the best I can. I use to have anxiety about eating out..I felt like I was out of my 'element'....because I didnt have my food cooler w/ food I prepared the nite before :) But now I try to pull up the…
    in Eating out at Olive Garden tonight..HELP Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • thanks for sharing...so true on a lot of levels! Especially the microwave meals...PACKED W/SALT...Helps you retain water! Fresh is best. There are tons of affordable places like Aldi's, Fresh farmers market, Trader Joes and even go old skool....grow ur own veggies! I miss those days!! LIVE OFF THE LAND!! :) Happy journey…
    in 7 Foods That Keep Us Fat Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • Atlantas Realtor of Choice!! Pushin that real estate!!
    in What do you do for work? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • 10 GLASSES TODAY AND 8 YESTERDAY!! !*CELL PHONE CONSTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS ARE AWESOME!! USE THE TOOLS YA GOT! HAPPY JOURNEY
    in June Drink More Water Challenge Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • Hey, I know where you are coming from...you have to find what works for you! I love my new gym...its like a resort. I now look at working out as a time of relaxation vs.a chore. But w/ a indoor/outdoor pool, steam and sauna...that helps! :) Maybe change gym that offers things you like. I even got into yoga and pilates and…
    in Cancelling my gym membership Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • Checkout this great video blog and t hey also have a fan page on facebook and on here. Great advice and helps you find idea caloric intake depending on your daily activity. http://www.youtube.com/user/EatMore2WeighLess?feature=mhee Eat More to Weigh Less Also, here are some calculators to help you too:…
    in How do I stop eating 6,000 calories?? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • love it! ya'll gettin it in! I've been good at atleast 8/day. Even though I have to stand there and tell myself, "YOU CANNOT LEAVE THIS ROOM...OR YOUR DESK...OR GET OUT YOUR CAR...UNTIL YOU DRINK THIS'. Lol! Its been working! Want to get to 10/day min.!!
    in June Drink More Water Challenge Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • Hey I just bought my 1st kettle bell. This great video I found, she suggested 15 lbs, but was a bit much for me, so starting w/10. Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdm0Z97Nb8s I love my Polar HRM, FT4, most accurate. I bought a Timex and hated it! This will show you ur burn during a workout. I love it! Happy…
    in Kettlebell - how many calories? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • Hey!! Good job!! go GIRL!! YOU ARE ALL OVER IT! I like the yoga or pilates class idea!!! Easy on the joints and helps you stretch and get good blood circulating. Dont want to over-exercise, then you are be counter active to reaching your goals. Resting is just as critical as workouts and good food intake. I admire your…
    in should i workout tomorrow? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • I agree, I've gotten alot better. I'm a Realtor, so always going non stop during the week. I pack my food cooler and eat what I have and always drinking water and working out. The last few weekends Ive managed to go to the gym and keep water up. I may take sat or sunday and treat myself,but dont over do it. Its gotten…
    in THE WEEKEND Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
  • YUM!This Alaska girl loves fresh fish! There are endless ideas: -George Foreman grill is always quick and easy. Love using tons of natural herbs, garlic and onion powder(not salt), pepper, Mrs Dash, etc -Outdoor grill is great too, but can be messy -Bake it!! Make fish tacos using the low carb or wheat shells and stuff…
    in fresh fish...what to do with it? Comment by Byrdsong1920 June 2012
Avatar