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The stevia at walmart has an odd aftertaste (and an odd "immediate taste," if that makes sense.)
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Used them consistently for a couple months. I agree - save your money. I did NOT notice a difference in digestion, endurance, appetite, hydration level, nothing. But I have to admit, I did enjoy the thick texture when I added my protein powder to the chia gel, lol.
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Lol, you make it sound so easy! ...I think I understand though -- there are times when I'm in the car and a song comes on the radio that mentally drives me straight to the gym (even my heart seems to palpitate with excitment, lol).
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^ This. To generally state that you workout so many days a week means nothing. The intensity and variation of your workouts are what matter. Not to mention your level of hydration and caloric intake. (Basically, you need to provide more specific information to receive quality responses.)
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I finished my first round of Insanity about 2.5 weeks ago. The results from Insanity were amazing, but I pretty much hated the last two weeks of Month 2. I was extremely dedicated and it paid off... and I could start over... but I'm currenlty doubting my commitment level right now...
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LOL, so funny... that's what I was referring to -- CAKE!! :embarassed: I'm not the type of person that eats (or craves) cake, cupcakes, candybars, crap... but, for whatever reason, I want some cake! My biggest problem/fear is that whenever I "treat" myself I end up wanting it more and more often. I'm more of an "all or…
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Wise words : ) Happiness absolutely comes and goes! Part of my problem is that I need the reassurance that it's ok when the happiness goes away for a little bit. It'll be back... it always comes back : ) I DO need something new to spark that fire again...
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Very good point! Thanks! I've tried to use more body-part-specific goals in the past. Maybe I could try that again.
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Speaking from Air Force experience, I say Navy. From my perspective, your quality of living will be much higher.
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This is how I eat on a regular basis, with the exception of rice, bread, and yogurt, and I too have well-defined abs but a bloated lower abdomen. I started loading up on probiotics a couple days ago, but have yet to notice a difference. Oh, and I drink mass quantities of water... nothing seems to help.
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I typically have more muscle definition than most women. I work hard for it and I love it.
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Agreed. Save some just in case -- if it happens, it happens. If not, you're left with a nice little deficit : )
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How much fish oil?
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How long does this adjustment period take? I know that no one can give me an accurate answer, but I've been doing this for months (and on and off for years) and when I look down at my stomach/lower abdomen, it's clear that my body has NOT made the adjustment. I don't deliberately eat gluten-free, but I do eat very little…
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I'm going to apologize now for not answering your question or providing any real advice; however, I'm just getting back into sprints (working on my 300m for a physical fitness test). I was diligently working on my sprints back in March but had to stop running entirely due to a stress fracture in my foot. I'm easing back…
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lol
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Tap water or bottled water? I drink tap, but question the safety of the chemicals and what they could be doing to my body...
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I agree. And the "freewheelers" (I know a few of them) usually feel so accomplished that I don't want to rain on their parade by questioning their effort.
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I definitely agree that a lot of people overestimate their output. In the heat of the moment, so to speak, it may SEEM like you're giving 100%, 90%, 80% -- it may feel like you're about to die -- but realistically, I chalk this up to people being overly dramatic, lol. I know when I'm giving it my all mid-workout that…
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It does seem a little high; however, only you know how hard you were working. I just finished my first round of Insanity and I understand how challenging it can be -- but I also understand that it's completely up to you and the effort you put in it. So, realistically, on a scale of 1 - 10, where would you put yourself in…
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I've always felt like the "odd one" because, fore me, it is more of a hassle to drive somewhere (fast food or otherwise) than to eat something at home -- which also why I stock up on produce. Until about the age of 20, I loved fast food and nothing could stop my from eating it -- to add to that, I was naturally rail-thin…
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I use White Flood. The taste took some getting use to, but I don't do use it for the flavors. It gives me the energy I need without feeling jittery or anxious.
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^ My mom and step father - exactly. I wish I knew what to say to get her to help herself...
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Adding ground flax seeds works for me - it adds protein, fiber, and ZERO sugar : )
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I can second the cucumbers and spicy mustard! Cucumbers and nuts (any variety will do) with balsamic vinegar is also good.
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Almonds + cereal + scrambled eggs = delish
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I've been eating healthy for over 8 years and have suffered from constipation for about the same amount of time. I've tried all kinds of stool softeners, stimulant laxatives, non-stimulant laxatives, teas, prunes, psyllium husk, flaxseed, coconut oil, probiotics, more fiber, less fiber, more water, less water, eating less…
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This is me, EXACTLY!!! Scale/numbers obsession is essentially a trap. It's highly demotivating and depressing. I don't own a scale; however, I recently went on vacation and weighed myself. I was surprised as how much I weighed, but more importantly, my clothes are fitting better than they have in months and I feel strong…
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All throughout my marathon training I had issues with blisters. I've tried bandaids, blister bandaids, taping cotton balls to my heels/toes, using vaseline, trying different types of "blister" socks... I went crazy trying everything I possibly could. What has worked for me is medical tape (but NOT the white skinny medical…
