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A little late to this discussion but wanted to share my experiences. I did some basic research into non-whey protein powders a few months back and this one seemed to check off almost all the right boxes for me. I'd seen it at Target and Sprouts, but it's cheaper ($25) at Target. I've never enjoyed vanilla-flavored protein…
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Yep, I agree with the hibbity-bibbity (my new favorite word). Ok, meaning NO disrespect -- you don't look 23 from your pictures. And there's nothing wrong with that. You're attractive and obviously able to express yourself based on the way you write. But on some level, he had to know you were older than him and that…
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Good advice and comments..saving for later
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^^^ GREAT explanation.
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Just noticed the date of the OP -- my error. The new MFP Forum layout threw me off.
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I admire people who create Challenges and encourage others to follow. I was part of one over the summer and it really created a sense of community. But Christmas is 10 weeks from tomorrow (Oct 16th). Is 20 lbs by then really the most practical goal? Shouldn't this Challenge have been started closer to Labor Day? I'm…
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Do it, don't do it -- it doesn't seem like he'd really care either way. He's a classic case of someone who crash-diets then gains the weight back because they didn't make the lifestyle changes needed to maintain the loss. He's probably surprised that he's gaining it back, too. You told him about your slow and steady…
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Interesting point made in the first sentence. I'm not really hungry when I wake up either. Yet within 45 minutes, I'm usually eating an egg or drinking a protein shake or smoothie. It's habit more than anything else. If I don't do either, I'm geniunely hungry within 2 hours. To answer OP question, yes, I eat breakfast and…
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[/quote]A zero calorie beverage is not why you aren't losing weight as quickly as you like too. That comes from eating too many calories, to which the diet coke does not contribute. [/quote] ^^^THIS from an earlier quote
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I had dinner with around a dozen family members who were visiting from out of town at a really nice Italian restaurant in a refurbished old building. Everyone was admiring the architecture and a lof the old details. My 16-year old niece excused herself from the table to go to the restroom and several minutes later I…
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^^THIS. I go half a size bigger than I normally use when it comes to buying running shoes. This was recommended by my podiatrist. And yeah, I had the same issue with at least one toe nail. The most I've run is several 10k runs so I won't claim to be an expert in this area. But like someone said, get evaluated and make the…
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LOVE this ^^^ Same thing happens to me sometimes. It's been my experience that if you run past them REAL close, they (sometimes) get the hint and move or consolidate. Plus they likely don't want someone's sweaty body rubbing against them. The last few months, I've started doing my runs at non-peak times. It's not your…
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^^ THIS
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I see several faults in the situation. I agree with all who say the guy was in the wrong for thinking it was his and only his to use and on his schedule. Yeah, it would be ideal for you to find the person who was using it and diplomatically ask if you can work in. But why should you have to do that? Seriously, how long do…
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^^ THIS. My pup loves 'em.
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Your friend sounds like he has a pretty full plate. Does he really want to add to it by fitting in a workout? You didn't mention any other support (spouse/other half/family) so I'm guessing he's flying solo with his son? Given what you said, I wouldn't recommend early AM workouts for him. He'll be wiped out by the time he…
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I like both white and brown rice. Agreed, brown takes longer. If you want brown rice bad enough, you'll have to wait for it.
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HAHA... ^^ this!
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In total I think I've seen maybe 30 minutes of The Biggest Loser. I don't watch the show so I can't say I hate it. I'm not so much inspired by the weight loss but instead find more motivation in the contestant's stories pre-final challenge (or whatever they call it). Many contestants were probably much…
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Great job...congratulations!
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^^Agreed. You slipped up and you admitted it. It happens to everyone one way or another. Cut back on the calories and increase the walking to compensate for the weight gain.
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There was an article on CNN.com just this morning written by one of their viewers: http://www.cnn.com/2014/03/28/health/fit-nation-food-addict/index.html?hpt=hp_c3 The following statement within the article caught my eye: "But what about food? There's compelling research to suggest certain foods affect the brain's pleasure…
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^^^ Agreed. Tough love and not entirely true, but true in many ways
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As this point in my life, working out is a chore. It's another thing I have to do. I don't hate it but I know I could enjoy it more. My plate is pretty full right now and family committments/obligations can easily make for 12 to 14 hour days when I factor in work. My weekends are filled with bonafide chores (laundry,…
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kudos!
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I liked cwolfman13's comment earlier about the gym being "another thing to do". That's a good point. If we're already feeling stressed and just can't find enough hours in the day to get everything done, is it wise to add another thing to our plate? Should fitting in a gym routine be a goal we shoot for after we make some…
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Wow...great discusion here. Again, thanks for your service to our country. Also, kudos -- from what you've said you sound like a great husband and great father. I'm also a self-diagosed stress eater. I don't have kids, my commute from work and home is 30 minutes each way and I'm not in the middle of any remodeling projects…
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Bump...some great ideas/suggestions here.
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Amazing! Great story...thanks for sharing.
