jessmsu81

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  • Oh! If I went by that guideline TheMelephant, I'd be rocking it! I think I changed from guided to custom settings for that at some point, because I was taking a nutrition class at the time that taught another method. Maybe I need to swap it back -- can't find where to do it now though! Shoot. Woah, that's a lot of info…
    in Balancing Carbs/Fat/Protein Comment by jessmsu81 October 2013
  • Sounds good to me! I'm a few days late, but 50 is the goal!
    in August Walk/Jog/Run Challenge Comment by jessmsu81 August 2012
  • Love the positive post! 1 - Realizing our wedding is exactly 8 months away... yay! 2 - Watching my fiance carefully iron his work clothes, while I burned some cals on the treadmill (so domestic and motivated we are!) 3 - Seeing new photos of my close friends and their ADORABLE children, thank goodness social media helps…
    in Three things that made you happy today Comment by jessmsu81 February 2012
  • I try to keep my intake around 1200 (more if I get in a good workout) and I'm rarely hungry. As others have said... drink LOTS of water and make sure you focus on increasing your protein, that will help keep you full and satisfied. On a good day... I only do a serving of grains/carbs at breakfast/lunch - not dinner. I eat…
    in 1200 calories and struggling! Comment by jessmsu81 February 2012
  • I am using The Knot to maintain things like guest list, budget, and wedding website... but for advice and inspiration I love following the blogging brides at weddingbee.com its a great, positive online community!
    in Wedding talk.. Comment by jessmsu81 January 2012
  • I just finished my first 1/2 marathon a month ago. Prior to that I had only walked 5K's and a 4 mile race. The key for me is interval training. I walked 2 minutes, then walked 1 - repeat! Makes the distance more manageable, because you only focus on conquering each individual interval.. :) Plus it allows your body to rest…
    in Running a 1/2 Marathon Comment by jessmsu81 March 2011
  • I bought the Turbo Fire system last month and plan to start soon - looking forward to it! I just ran my first half-marathon on Sunday though, so I think I need a little more time to let my muscles recoup before starting the series! Love the idea of a support group tho!
    in TURBO FIRE-Join Me!!!! Comment by jessmsu81 March 2011
  • If you can find Bolthouse yogurt dressing... it is AMAZING!!! Creamy Ranch as become a staple in my fridge. And I'm a true ranch girl. This stuff is great... and natually low cal, no preservatives or artifical sweetners... etc! Check it: http://bolthouse.com/our-products/dressings/yogurt-dressings
    in Do you hate light dressing as much as I do? Comment by jessmsu81 February 2011
  • BETTER BALANCE (might have missed your name!!): I couldn't agree more with the love/hate running relationship. My training schedule has me attempting 10 miles this weekend and I'm stressing about it! Once I get to 6-7, all I can think is - am I done yet? LOL But you're totally right... the sense of pride after a long run…
    in Bring on 30 !! New members looking to lose in thier 30's Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • KIM - That's incredible to hear from a mother of two! You have an interesting perspective, one I hadn't considered. Thank you for the reminder that it's a great achievement that shouldn't be down-played. I tend to do that (maybe just in case I fail and my legs quit working at 12 miles or something, haha). I think at this…
    in Bring on 30 !! New members looking to lose in thier 30's Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • ACHART: We all have "bad" days - you have the right attitude though.... today is a new day and you can ALWAYS shape the outcome of your day and your food journal, you just have to want it bad enough. I took a nutrition class and that was lesson one. Write down the reason you want this change for yourself and REMEMBER it...…
    in Bring on 30 !! New members looking to lose in thier 30's Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • Thanks for inviting me to the group Kim (KimKoz)! This is awesome and just what I need to expand my MFP friend base... we're all in this together and that's always a good motivator... :) I suppose I should introduce myself, so here goes: I will be 30 on June 4th... it's closing in ladies! I decided in October to really…
    in Bring on 30 !! New members looking to lose in thier 30's Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • That is how I'm training too - with intervals! I run 2, walk 1! I'm glad someone else does it that way too... I could probably up my run intervals, but that's for another day, right now, I just want to make it through the half without dying, hahaha :) 4 weeks left! I may have missed this but when/where is your race?
    in Fitness Goal - Half Marathon Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • GOOD LUCK!!!!!!! I am running my first half marathon on February 27th in Orlando, FL. I am not a runner, so this will be a huge accomplishment for me... I'm up to 8.3 miles in my training... tomorrow I'll try for 9. I'm training with run/walk intervals, so I hope that will help me finish without my life flashing before my…
    in Fitness Goal - Half Marathon Comment by jessmsu81 January 2011
  • Great post - I love the string of positive energy created by it!! :) Now I want to play... I've learned that... -Holding yourself accountable is essential, but having others who keep you in check & offer support, makes a world of difference. -You have to EAT to lose weight... limiting calories or starving yourself is NOT…
    in Things I have discovered on MFP... Comment by jessmsu81 November 2010
  • Thanks everyone! I went out shopping today and returned with whey protein shake mix, pure protein bars, egg whites, and roasted edamame. Sounds like I'm on the right track... I just feel a little lost with all of these foreign foods!
    in High Protein, Low Cal Foods Comment by jessmsu81 October 2010
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