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I am interested also! Just picked up a book from the library to see what the framework is... any recommended resources?

I have tended toward this - perhaps pre-planning would have helped me more, but often I'd set aside foods or meals, only to go back and eat them later that day. Still working on it, but remember to breathe and be kind to yourself. One of the most helpful things I have done was to set a time in the evening when eating…

Hi there! Not totally new to MFP or running, but certainly just returning to both after letting work and laziness get in the way of my goals. Have run on and off, but looking to become more consistent and maybe enter a race/organized event sometime later this year. (My schedule changes all the time so it is difficult to…

Wow, thank you all very much! I really appreciate the insights, encouragement and suggested reading! ^_^ Still keeping to the exercise goals - cannot believe how much better I feel when I get up and DO something over the standard being alive things. Excited for this shift, let's do this!

Hi there, I have recently reappeared on MFP, but have not gotten to play with the circus type stuff since coming back to the states. I'd love to do more, but current schedule is kicking my butt! With that in mind I know I need to improve my upper body strength - if you guys have any recommendations, let me know!

Picked up my first vibrams quite some time ago and I LOVE them. I have yet to use them running, but am working toward that, just introduced my 0mm drop Merrell minimalist shoes to the treadmill (too much bloody snow for me to start this outside in some seriously dodgy footing). Just be aware of your form - I tried a…

Hi there! Not sure if I am coming from a similar place, but I cannot do cane sugar or beet sugar (or corn products so no High Fructose Corn Syrup either...). Can you deal with/tolerate alternatives like real maple syrup or raw honey? If the issue is a certain type of sugar, there are ways of getting a relatively healthy…

If it helps, on your rest days, if you get antsy (I reach a point where I feel like i HAVE to do something or explode!) go for a walk - doesn't have to be super strenuous or long, but just go out, breathe some air and enjoy the world! It is technically exercise while I think still allowing your body to recover. (And it…

Hi there! I completely understand where the OP is coming from. For the first time, at the beginning of June, I hit my goal weight and it seemed to stay. I continued eating my usual caloric amount for about a week, nervous about the idea of upping it - since then I have sucked it up and set my profile to maintenance (a…

I love that a couple people have mentioned this. As someone who travels a fair amount, I have jestingly put forth to coworkers my theory of new airline policy. Your ticket includes one standard seat and X pounds, that weight includes you AND your luggage. If you and/or your luggage are outside the maximum dimensions or…

Welcome to MFP! You can do this!

Hello all! I certainly miss the Wellington Circus Trust, hearing some of the chat! Canroadrunner, I would love to pick your brain sometime - I am based about 50 miles outside of Detroit proper, and had seen some stuff on the Detroit Flyhouse, but have yet to have the time nearby to really look into it (I am always…

Would it work on veggies? Carrots cut into planks can be excellent lower calorie dipping/spreadable surfaces! Jicama is another one with a very subtle taste that cuts into nice faux-crackers for me!

If I could remain in one place long enough to a)find a class and b)be able to attend it, I would be all over that! Did a basic 'Circus Fit' course and then followed it up with the first level aerial stuff (trapeze and tissu mainly) when I was in NZ - it was awesome! (And SUCH a good workout!) Enjoy!

A couple authors that I have found to be delightful (if quirky, possibly sarcastic, and generally right up my alley): Douglas Adams (more sci fi) Terry Pratchett (more fantasy) - especially the Discworld books Neil Gaiman All three I just, well I read one, and then I went on a quest to read pretty much anything else they…

The OP has a great idea, asking others for advice. But frankly, watching this post turn into a 'being a veggie at normal restaurants is hard' whine/rant is a bit tough to stomach. You made the choice to be vegetarian, learn what your options are, learn to accept that not everything will go your way at every general dining…

Hippopotami unite! I eat food. Sometimes, I eat too much food. Working on getting better about that. You are not mean. MFP is not a popularity contest. Who cares how many people you have a friends? Are they the right people for you? That is the issue in my head. Be strong and enjoy!

Having fallen behind in my quest for fitness, I would love to join if you still have space. ^_^ Weigh in days might be a bit wonky as I travel for work, but I will find a way to make it happen!

Spices are a huge help for making the boring food not so BLAAAAAAH. Do you like spicy? Cayenne or curry can make a lot of things a bit more zesty, lemon or lime wedges, some pepper... Also it is about finding foods that you enjoy that are good for you. No point in eating salad if you end up hating life because you hate…

Unfortunately, patience. The closer you get the harder it will be. (Less of you to burn calories, etc etc) I have read people suggesting a break from trying to lose and going to maintenance or similar for a bit to help 'shock' your metabolism back into burning more, but I have no data to back that up. Be strong, you CAN do…

Ok, while I agree that '...is simple' is a bit difficult to swallow, but TECHNICALLY, those people saying 'more output than input' are kind of right. Now, before you prep the stake for burning, please understand that although the essence of that is true, the reality is that everyone's bodies react differently to different…

Don't know if they are your cuppa but: Damien Rice and Feist are both fun!

Wonderful article, thank you so much for sharing!

Well, what I was going to say has already been said, but, opt for some more calorie-dense foods (nuts etc ...trail mix...) many are snack/pocket friendly and will help get you to your caloric goal. A day or two sporadically of landing under 1200...not a huge deal. A consistent lifestyle of that is kind of rough on things.…

Bwahahaha! Awesome.

Your food diary does calculate a number for you based upon the data you have in your profile plus your goals. Not sure how correct that number is, but it is something! Good luck!

Generally the All You Can Eat sushi places do not include sashimi in that deal, and most I have seen will not serve you more if you don't eat the rice (it is a cost effectiveness thing) That said, MFP has some data on various sushi - check out your faves and go from there. (If they will give you sashimi, rock it, more…

Pound of feathers...pound of bricks..... then/than... x_x

Difficult combo - you can get cheap, but beware many will feel kind of slippery. I picked up a Giam brand mat, very basic, less than $20 USD and it has worked out ok, but it can be slippery and is kind of thin if you have bony parts that bruise easily in any of the supine poses. (I have thrown a towel atop it and this has…

I have found some fitness type things I like to do in the morning and they stay pretty consistent - I rotate through them, and I grant there is not a HUGE burn from them, but they get me moving in the morning and work out some of the kinks. For me, this works. (Yoga and New York City Ballet Workout) If you are after the…