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BUFFALO ZUCCHINI DIP! I was craving Buffalo Chicken Dip recently, but didn't have most of the ingredients. We took some grilled zucchini and summer squash and diced it up, poured on some light ranch dressing, Frank's Red Hot sauce, stirred it up and microwaved it a minute or two. Sprinkled with cheese and fresh cilantro,…

I was diagnosed w hypothyroidism about 5 years ago. I never dropped any weight just from taking my thyroid meds. I was really hoping it would help, but it didn't. In fact, there were times when I wondered if my meds were the right dosage, because my energy never improved that much or anything. Looking back, I think a lot…

Thanks! My training seems to be going well, and I am pumped! When is yours? How is training going for you?

Hello! I have just decided to try a sprint triathlon, too. I am SCARED! I have done a few 5K's before, and last week I started running again and it felt so good that I remembered a coworker asking me to do a triathlon whith them this summer. I had told her no way. Now I am a "yes". But I am really nervous that I don't have…

I do Insanity with my coworkers every Thursday after work. It is HARD and I sweat like crazy and modify alot. There is alot of "get down and do this, now stand up and do that, now back down, back up" which can make one dizzy. Also the speed he encourages seems dangerous unless you are already in the shape that the people…

I just finished level 1 day 5. I am thrilled with how strong I feel and how my underwear are beginning to SAG on my shrinking booty. Yay! Keep it up ladies, its worth it! :happy:

Awesome job iki! Thanks for sharing your results! I started the shred today. Loved it! I want to add some cardio in on top of this, but at the very least, I will squeeze in 20 minutes of JM every day. Can't wait to see how it changes me!

Wow. treasure trove of ideas here! Can't decide which one to try today! Thanks all!

Good for you! Amazing how our tastes change as we become more conscience of what we put in our bodies. Today I was standing in my kitchen and I decided I would indulge in one of the cookies someone gave me for xmas. I bit it and it did not really taste THAT good, and I thought "man this is a lot of calories for something I…

Ah, my sisters! ME TOO! I got the swine flu the day after Thanksgiving, which really kicked my butt, then developed an ear infection, then walking pneumonia, which I just got on the right antibiotics for. UGH! So now that I finally feel better, I see that I am up 5 lbs, feel like a big jiggly blob, and I am ready to make…

yum. def trying this one. thanks!

Thanks Emory! hahaha! You are quite right. The legs have had plenty of rest... I need to remember the "take it slow" part, though--I will start researching more events in my area tonight so I can start setting some goals. Thanks! Jen

I just did that one today. It is amazing, cuz it hits every muscle group you have, and some you forgot you had. lol. It is TOUGH and I still can't do it completely, but I try to hang in and take breathers when I need to and do what I can of it. Even you only do a small portion of it and modify like crazy (like instead of…

Jillian Michaels recommends a banana and a small glass of milk.

ummm. Yeah. I was on a MFP hiatus for about 2 months. :ohwell: And I was NOT at my goal weight. I had tricked myself into believing that I had logged in long enough to know what kind of foods I could/should eat each day, and that I didn't need to waste my time logging in anymore. Well, over 2 months I gained 5 lbs. back,…

Under 30 is awesome! You have inspired me to strap my running shoes back on. I ran my first 5k this summer in 35, and had shin splints so I "rested" my legs for a while... I actually haven't ran since. But I am going to get back out there, and work on a new PR myself. Thanks for sharing your success. :smile:

I got that email last week, too! It was worded so nicely, I just had to come back. I forgot how much reading these posts helps me to stay fitness minded throughout each day. The peeps in my real life are not nearly as supportive of my efforts. What a great job the administrators/creators of this website have done. They…

Yep, my hubby was known to order pizza right in front of me or pop a huge bowl of popcorn with a whole stick of butter melted on top. :explode: I give him a look like he has betrayed me every time. The incidents are rapidly decreasing. He is starting to like what I cook, and says it looks and tastes way better than any…

Hi, We are not quite twins, but we both have hypothyriodism. I am 31 yrs. old Height: 5' 10' CW: 205 Goal: 180 I'd be happy to chat w. you. I was hard core for a month or 2, then started slacking on my excercise due to shin splints, then let my diet go a little, but I am recommitted to doing what is best for my body. I…

From what I have read, you need to watch calories. Losing weight is all about taking in fewer calories than you expend each day. The others all need to be there. If you try to eliminate something (carbs, or fat, or anything else) you may lose weight initially, but it won't be a lifestyle you can maintain for the rest of…

Please step off zoloft slowly. quitting cold turkey will make you angry:explode: , miserable:angry: , and many other things:mad: :frown: :embarassed: :cry: . google it, and you will find many scary stories of people who tried to do what you are doing. Best answer is to see your dr, and he can help you step down off it.…

Yes! I too am approaching my TOM and I know it because all I could think about for lunch was fast food french fries, cheeseburger and a chocolate shake. (However, I managed to drive past my favorite places and eat a healthy lunch at home). But it was HARD. And last night I was not so strong and caved in for some mexican…

sounds bump-a-licious!

Mine came w. a dvd that has tons of leg and core activities. But I googled "exercise ball workouts", and there are zillions of videos for you to watch. That is what I would do if I were you. Enjoy!

Eating organic has been the best thing I have ever done for myself. I feel better, my acne is gone, my cycles have become regular, no more dandruff, losing weight without being hungry, more energy...I would absolutely recommend organic foods to anyone and everyone. Yes, it is expensive, but you are worth it. And you don't…

Welcome! :happy: I have been on MFP for 2 weeks and am LOVING it! There is so much here to keep you motivated and accountable, and to help you keep accurate records of what you are doing and eating...It is the best thing I have found online in a looooong time. We are so lucky to have all of this for FREE! Enjoy and best of…

I have been toying with the idea of getting a HR monitor/calorie burned monitor, too. I just did an hour of research, and the reviews are just to disappointing and inconsistent. It seems to me the technology is far from being perfected. I have decided to save my money and just stick to the tools provided by MFP. I know…

where did u get yours? i noticed on walmart's website most of the good ones are online only...which i dont have a credit card or anyone to get it for me [/quote] Maybe you should look into going to kmart and buying one of those American Express Cards or something similar. You by them with your cash, but then can make…

I like to do Pilates to strengthen my core on off days. (I am going to be doing a 5K on July 18th--My first one--Gulp! I can only run 2 miles with out stopping, so far, then run/walk the last mile. It is ok if I have to walk parts during the actual race isn't it?) Good luck to you!

Woohoo. I oinked! bunless hamburger with ketchup, potato salad, tons of black bean salsa and baked tostitoes, two bowls of watermelon, shrimp, handful of olives, I did manage to stick to water the whole night--yay me! The biggest thing is that I have no idea how much I had of most of the items. Wasn't about to start…