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Welcome to the site! This website is great for asking questions (and receiving answers) and getting the support you need! For advice, I would start out by determining how many calories you should be eating each day (TDEE, or Total Daily Energy Expenditure). MFP does this for you. However, it also takes into account that…
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Welcome to the community! That's great that you've studied health and nutrition! So you know a lot about what to eat and how much. And if you are struggling on eating clean, you are not the only one and there are tons of people who can help motivate you! Feel free to add me and I'll give you the motivation you need!
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There aren't a lot of vegetable sources of fat. I would look for fat in oil, nuts, and seeds. Olive oil and coconut oil are great. Also almonds, cashews, chestnuts are good sources of healthy fat (and they make great snacks for throughtout the day!). Along the same lines, try nut butters like peanut butter and almond…
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Welcome Back! Keep in mind those goals and why you want to reach them. And remember this whole community is here for you when you need support! Go ahead and add me!
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Just echoing the same sentiment already stated, definitely eat more. If you're feeling weak, nauseous, etc., your body needs more food. And definitely add in more protein. And don't dwell on the binge. It's water under the bridge now. Remember, one bad meal does not make you unhealthy (just as one good meal does not make…
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Welcome! Great to hear you are commiting yourself to being healthier. Remember, this is a lifestyle change, not a quick-fix diet. Log what you eat, see where you need to make changes, and post on the message boards to really get involved. Keep at it and you'll see the results you want! Feel free to add me as a friend (and…
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Most athletic stores sell shoes for workouts, and their stocks are going to be fairly similar. What you should focus on is the type of workout shoes. If you are going to be doing running and distance, get runners shoes - those will give you the most support for constantly "stomping the pavement." If you are going to be…
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Welcome back! Feel free to add me! Happy to give support whenever you need it. I'm sure you already know this, but the best way to improve you diet is to first log what you are currently eating so you can literally see what needs to be changed. And while I'm not a vegetarian, I sure do love my fruits and veggies, too! Good…
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What has two thumbs and is a beast?! This guy! Doing Body Beast right now. On Week 3 and not *as* sore as I have been in the previous weeks. But loving it. Except for maybe parts of leg day.
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Must love dogs! Add me! Always looking for more friends and people to help along on their journey.
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I would definitely recommend more than one meal a day. Remember, food is fuel! Just as you wouldn't "starve" your car of fuel and expect it to run efficiently, don't expect the same of your body! If you're trying to lose weight, you need to eat healthy and fuel your body with the right calories and macronutrients. Snacks…
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In the famous words of the butler Alfred Pennyworth, "Why do we fall, sir? So that we can learn to pick ourselves up." We are all human and we will make mistakes. The important thing is to stand up, dust ourselves off, and continue onward. Just as one missed day at the gym does not ruin a workout program, one bad moment of…
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Welcome! Sent you a friend request. Add me! I'll be happy to give any support or motivation your need!
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"Til I Collapse" by Eminem Also love a lot of stuff by Rise Against
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Those are some awesome goals! And while you wrote that these are mental goals, it's great that you wrote them down, even if its here. I would suggest writing these down in your home as well so you can constatly see them and push yourself to reach them. For accountability, 30 days is probably fine. You have to find what…
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Always happy to have more friends! Add me, too!
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Welcome! And you got this! This community is great for giving support and encouragement. Don't be afraid to ask any question. Someone will always be able to help you out! Feel free to add me as a friend and I'll give motiviation and answer any questions you may have!
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Hello! Welcome back! As i'm sure you know, those last few pounds are always the most difficult to lose. Doing circuit training or HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is also great at shedding those last layers of unwanted weight. But as they say, "Abs are made in the kitchen." To really lose more and tone up, eating…
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With a desk job, you probably have some room in your drawers or other places. Put in some healthy snacks like nuts and seeds. They don't spoil at room temperature and if you get the urge to snack, they are much better alternatives to those in the vending machine.
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Awesome job! Keep up the good work! Go ahead and add me, too!
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26 and always happy to find new friends!
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Well, what are you goals in exercising? Are you trying to lose weight? Prepare for a 5k, 10k, marathon? Just wanting to be more active? Know what you are trying to accomplish and then you put those exercises into your day. Workout at least 5 times a day, even if only for 10 or 15 minutes a day - it's better than nothing!…
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Welcome! It's great that you have a goal weight. Be sure to write it down other than these message boards. You are so much more likely to reach your goal when you have it written down in front of you for a constant reminder! And I know fall can be challenging, especially with football and the holidays, but track what you…
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Welcome back! And that is a great goal and nothing to "lolz" about! Really focus on your goal, visualize that feeling of hitting your goal weight and what that will bring to you and your family. THAT is what will keep you going! And just in case you need a little more motivation, you've always got us on this site! You got…
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As gnalani said, its very important to follow the eating plan or you simply won't see the results you are looking for. But if you think the nutrition plan based on the colored containers is easy to follow (which it is!) and you can stick with it, the exercise portion of the program will be a walk in the park,…
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There are so many exercises you can do with jsut body weight. Strength-training, plyometrics, yoga, core, and even cardio that doesn't involve treadmills or running any far distance outside. Strength-Training -Push-ups -Squats -Tricep Dips -Pull-ups Plyo -Jumping Jacks/Jump Rope -Burpees -Tuck Jumps -Suicides -Squat Jumps…
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Welcome! MFP is a great site to help you start down a healthy lifestyle and has a great community to keep you motivated along the way! Add lots of friends, stay active, and you will reach your goals!
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Welcome to both the OP and Fight2BeFit4Life! I encourage you both to post on the message boards and reach out whenever you need help or have a question. Feel free to add me as a friend and we can all support each other!
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While I've been living the healthy lifestyle for a long time as well now, I'll always take another friend here!
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Always welcoming towards a Wisconsinite. And Welcome back to MFP! Feel free to add me as a friend!
