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  • I have the FT4 - I LOVE IT (and yes, its pink :tongue: ) . I went through two before this one. This keeps up with me for Zumba and running - something the others didn't do (they shifted and missed half or more of my workout for readings on a regular basis :explode: ). My FT4 is comfortable (chest strap) and I can use it as…
  • Weather can suck - I live south of you in VERMONT and we are getting a rain/ice storm.. I can only say you run little danger of overheating while running :wink: I run my first 5k but not until June - thankfully no snow then. Best of luck to you :flowerforyou:
  • can I please say you all look great! My twins turn 18 YEARS OLD next week. I was on bedrest my whole pregnancy and for three months after. I can tell you I am only JUST losing the weight I gained with them to KEEP it off. I am hopeful that my belly will get better but I know the reality is I will never have "normal" skin…
  • my favorite salad dressing is made of 1/2 avocado, juice and zest of 2 lemons, 1/4 tsp sea salt and one roasted garlic clove. puree and pour over your salad :drinker: This also makes a great pasta sauce ! :happy:
  • recipe?? these look right up my alley :flowerforyou:
  • HECK YEAH! I work in a chocolate factory (I DON'T eat it) and you'd think we get our fill of sugar right?! Apparently NOT. Every week there are birthday cakes, cookies, snacky things like chips and stuff, and THEN there are the "just because I want to " cakes and brownies, etc. :noway: Seriously! I just can't do it to…
  • It really depends on what I'm in the mood for but all are able and willing to cater to gluten and dairy allergies.:ohwell: fave fast Mexican : Moes Southwest - the have an awesome salad that really need no dressing (close talker with pork - no shell) fave fast "American": Panera Bread - they make a great Thai chicken and…
  • I love tilapia or any firmer white fish for tacos - In a piece of foil, I lay down a "bed" of sliced lemons or limes, top with the fish, sprinkle with taco seasoning and some thinly sliced onions, cover and seal well with another foil, grill or bake about 20 - 25 minutes or until its cooked through (depends on thickness of…
  • Hi and Welcome to MFP! :D If you don't cook, try wrapping thinly sliced veggies (I use cukes, tomatoes, spring onion, lettuce and shredded carrot) in those tortillas (use higher fiber ones) with some nice hummus. Some fruit on the side, a water or unsweetened iced tea and you're golden. You could also use pita pockets. Try…
  • Well, you've only been at it for three weeks. Give it more time, more effort and KEEP GOING! I, personally, wouldn't worry about strength training until you can be consistent with the elliptical for your 15 minutes. Add strength training after a week or two of consistent use. If you crave certain foods, and I know I did,…
  • [/quote] You don't have to post here if you don't like the topic. All I'm getting is "You have to count every calorie" I've done that it DOESN"T WORK. [/quote] Okay, You asked for help from a group of people on a website the focuses on COUNTING CALORIES. If you done it and it doesn't work, why are you using this site? If…
  • I just ordered my 30DS... NOW IF IT WOULD ONLY GET HERE!!!! They said it won't be here until the end of the month! :grumble: Oh well. Until then I will continue with my workouts as is :wink:
  • Lake Champlain Islands of Vermont :D (and I don't even mind the winters :bigsmile: )
  • When I workout in the morning, I make sure to eat something light about 20 minutes prior. Usually I grab a small apple and an ounce of nuts with tea or water. I make my morning protein smoothie for AFTER when it won't sit in my stomach like lead. I find my workout is more energetic and I don't feel like crap later :happy:
  • I go to work at 3 am so its quick is the name of the game :D Every morning, I make my smoothie with half a large cucumber, 1 medium apple, hemp protein powder, the zest and juice of one lemon, a bit of raw honey and coconut water. Blast in my Nutri Bullet until smooth and enjoy :D Its light yet holds me over until my…
  • I guess, like many here, I would hesitate in marriage to him. While he WAS honest, it was cruelly put. He could have been a little more tactful in his stating such a truth. That being said, I DID marry a man like that thinking it would all be "better" because after all, he was being honest with me... I am still married to…
  • my nutritionist told me to be sure to have some vitamin C (citrus works well) with any plant based iron (dark leafy greens, edamame, to name a few) so your body can digest more of it more readily.
  • ultimately the best one is the one you'll do consistently. It doesn't matter what anybody else likes. If you like the positive motivation of Chalene and you'll do hers more consistently, then do it. If you like Jillian for the results but don't like her attitude and then give up, what good is it really doing you? Don't…
  • I regularly use chia seeds and whole-food juicing (Nutri-Bullet) with a balanced diet and have been more than happy with both. I love the squishy texture of the seeds after they've been floating in my juice for a while :blushing: They keep me full while I'm at work (a chocolate factory) so I don't feel tempted to nibble…
  • I agree. I WON'T do it as a good friend really damaged her knees doing it. Only a personal caution - I won't say its BAD because she got great results from it. However, she now must exercise, even lightly, with extreme care.
  • My motivation each day is the knowledge that I don't want to repeat family history. I want to be a healthy mom (I am not aiming for SKINNY - just fit and healthy) and wife. I want to be able to say "I did it!" in the faces of all of those who doubt me. I want to feel this great every day and I KNOW if I "fall off the…
  • You AREN'T the only one. I battle the same demon :blushing: , but I've discovered a couple things about MY demon (yours may have a different "fuel") . I do it out of boredom - both physical and mental, I do it out of stress, frustration and anger. I do it because, ultimately, it is something I can "control" when the rest…
  • I love my Polar FT4. The chest strap isn't even noticeable and, unlike my sportline, keeps up with me even with the twists and bends of Zumba - my sportline kept stopping recording once I got sweaty and started bending and twisting :mad: Don't worry! If pink isn't your thing they have other colors!!! :tongue:
  • Great job! It IS a big thing! It is the small NSV's that add up to BIG accomplishments. Each NSV we recognize is actual progress made! :D
    in NSV!!! Comment by cwaters120 March 2013
  • My mom gave me an oatmeal recipe that I really like. It can keep you seriously full for a while. STUPID GOOD OATMEAL CUSTARD 1 pkt instant oats of choice 1/3 - 1/2 c water ( i used the 1/2 as thats what mine called for to make it on the pack) 1/2 - 3/4 c frozen fruit (i used strawberries that i thawed) 1 egg 1 t sweetener…
  • sent you a message :D
  • I make tacos with both - i just slice a lemon, top it with the fish, sprinkle with a little taco seasoning, foil it all up tight and throw it in the oven @ 350 until it flakes apart (depends on how thick your fish and lemon slices are) usually about 15 - 20 minutes. Put it on some warm whole grain corn tortillas with…
  • how about some taco seasoning with precooked chicken, heat some soft corn tortillas in the micro, add some angel hair shredded cabbage (assemble as taco), an apple or orange and a LARGE water or unsweetened iced tea. you could also use canned albacore tuna in place of the chicken. I do this on occasion at work as I am…
  • I have twins: Clayton and Paul The "unused" names (um yeah :tongue: ) were: Boys: Quinton Lysander Xander Girls: Mae Michaela Lottie Zahara Zia We had to think in pairs and we weren't sure which "type" of pairs :wink: MY ONE CAUTION: when thinking of baby names pay careful attention to the INITIALS - what they may spell…
  • I agree! I LOVE my nutribullet!! It even makes meatloaf and meatballs MUCH healthier and tastier!
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