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You are so right about this! Everything slows down after a certain point and you can't focus on the scale any longer or it will drive you mental! I've really been focusing on toning and building endurance. I actually just raised my calories from about 1200 to over 1800 so I can start building more muscle and repairing my…
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What an accomplishment! You look fabulous! And you are so right. I originally just wanted to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight of 160, but after seeing so many success stories on the forums, I realized I may be able to do more. I don't really have a goal right now, I'll just stop when I am happy with what I see. You are…
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Hi! I'm 5ft 4 and 3/4 inches :) Every bit counts! I weigh 148 lbs Bust: 36 Waist: 30 Hips: 37
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Congrats on the accomplishment! You look amazing! :drinker:
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Great question, I'm interested as well! Thanks for asking!
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Are you kidding me? :huh:
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You could try taping your knees (I use KT tape) and running. Running has made the biggest difference in my ginormous thighs! Haha! Then I do 30DS and the squats/lunges help, but I know you can't do that. I have had success with these cups I heard about here on the forums.They're called Bellabaci cups and they're…
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*jaw drops* you are stunning! absolutely gorgeous! wonderful job :drinker: we joined MFP on the same day!!!
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Are you taking measurements? My scale hasn't budged in 2 months, but I'm losing inches! I think you're doing it right by toning as you go. And the Zumba is great cardio. Maybe your problem isn't with your workout, but rather with your calories? What do you have them set at? I certainly don't think you NEED a gym membership…
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You go girl! I'm so glad you decided to try c25k! I started it last Sept and running has changed my life! And, yes, I was crying after that run, too!!! You should be proud :drinker:
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I think I've figured it out! Please bear with me, it's my first time posting pictures :ohwell: To the OP, congrats on your weightloss! And to those of you who have shared your pictures, you all look amazing! Keep up the great work! :drinker: My HW was 199 (right after giving birth). Here is a picture of me one week after…
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Bump! So I can share my story when I get home!
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I ran my first 5k last Saturday and have another tomorrow! It's an amazing experience!!! All the advice given here is great. I woke up early last Saturday and had a protein shake- nothing heavy- about 2 1/2 hours before my race. I had been training for it for months, so I didn't really have to worry about not running the…
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I felt that way, too! And becnaffine is right, it doesn't get easier, but you get fitter and you learn mind over matter. I remember in the beginning thinking "This sucks, I hate this, when will this be over?!" and then somewhere along the line it changed to, "I'm doing this! Wait, I'm really doing this! Me?! No way!!!!"…
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When I was doing c25k, I did 30 Day Shred on my off days. You can get all three levels free on YouTube. I think it has the perfect mix of strength training and cardio. Lots of squats and lunges, which will help strengthen your legs for running, too! You could do any video, really. I hope you enjoy c25k! Running has changed…
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You are doing a fantastic job! I can see a difference in both sets of pics! Keep up the great work!
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My thighs have always been my problem area! There's nothing you can eat/not eat to make them go away. Running, lunges and squats are the only thing that has helped me. Running to burn the fat and then squats and lunges to tone. It's not easy, there is not miracle cure... If you really want to see a change, you're going to…
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I gained 60 lbs with my oldest boy and had BRIGHT RED angry looking stretchmarks from hip to hip. I used cocoa butter several times a day during my entire pregnancy and it did nothing to prevent them. I continued to use it after he was born and it did nothing to fade them. I will say, however, that over time they did fade.…
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I was holding out for the FitBit Flex, but they never gave a release date. I got tired of waiting so I picked up the Jawbone Up fitness band and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it! I wear it all the time, even in the shower. It tracks activity and sleep and it has a silent alarm that wakes you by vibrating. I would highly recommend it!
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LOL :huh: You are mean!!! There's more to it than an 8lb baby!!! Here's a break down: Baby: 8 pounds Placenta: 2-3 pounds Amniotic fluid: 2-3 pounds Breast tissue: 2-3 pounds Blood supply: 4 pounds Stored fat for delivery and breastfeeding: 5-9 pounds Larger uterus: 2-5 pounds Total: 25-35 pounds
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I totally understand your concerns. I'd been off any BC for about 5 years and just started back on the mini pill last month. I was nervous about increased apetite, but I haven't had any issues. I haven't gained or lost weight (I've been on the pill for a month, but I haven't lost weight in over 2 months so I'm sure it's…
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Bravo! Amazing transformation!!!
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First of all, CONGRATS on the loss! Amazing job!!! I get that all the time and it's so annoying, but I know they mean well. They are just comparing me to what I was, not to a healthy weight for me, so I get the "You're going too far" or "You're going to whither away!" While I'm still wearing a size 12 and obviously have a…
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OMG right?!?!? I was totally talked into it on these forums one day... And I could not even swallow! HORRIBLE!
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1) How do you feel after hearing this information? Does it make you want to wean on coffee or drink away still? Um, yes, of course :drinker: 2) Random: Do you drink your coffee black or add extra ingredients? With creamer! 3) Did you drink caffeinated or decaffeinated coffee while pregnant? My doctor allowed one cup of…
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Caramel nut brownie is my favorite... I almost feel guilty about it when I eat one!
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Call them! I've heard they have excellent customer service and I have also heard of folks getting replacements after washing/losing/dropping them in puddles, etc! Worth a try!
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bumpity bump
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I have a friend who has the Zip and loves it, but I'm waiting on the Flex. From what I've been able to find out, it should be released next month! You can preorder, but the colors are limited.
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My name is Amber :smile: I've lost 51 lbs so far and I have another 20 or so to go... Best advice would be- Go to bed hungry!!!! Food is fuel and you don't need a lot of fuel to sleep so save those calories for when you really need them :flowerforyou:
