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I agree that Jillian's workouts are awesome. I feel it all over the next day. I currently don't have a gym membership, so my workouts all happen at home. I can't really run/bike outside for fitness because the pollution is bad where I live. Any thoughts on other alternatives I can use to switch up with Jillian's DVDs to…

My current goal is to lose weight and firm up. Muscle growth is definitely not a priority, but definition is. 30 DS does use weights and other strength training, but it's more about lower weight / high rep. Does this mean it's safer to workout back-to-back versus doing high weight / low rep training? I hear what you're…

I went back and I am absolutely without a doubt going back. Admittedly, I do love my iPad, but my future phones and laptops will not fall into the fruit category.

Name/ real name: free8gent Goal weight on April 30: 148 or less 4/1: 155 4/8: 156.1 (1.1lb gain - hoping this is due to water retention as I restarted working out and P90X during the past week) 4/15: 4/22: 4/30

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Name/ real name: free8gent Goal weight on April 30: 148 or less 4/1: 155 (went up due to T.O.M) 4/8: 4/15: 4/22: 4/30

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Thanks a lot for the suggestions. I think I will be able to do a modified version of P90X soon (i.e. no plyo or cardio, be careful on Kenpo X and Legs & Back). I am going to take advantage of another low-pollution day here and go for a walk today.

Try adding: - browned onions (can also add mushrooms too if you like them - just quickly stir-fry the onions alone for a minute before adding the mushrooms and sauteeing for a few more minutes until brown) - saffron - a few drops of soy sauce - mix it with purple rice Kasha, barley, brown basmati rice, and quinoa are other…

Wow this recipe sounds amazing! I am not sure where to find the noodles, but I think these tapioca noodles may be easier to find around here. Thanks all!! Edit: There are seaweed-like "noodles" that are very popular in China and are likely available in Asian markets around the world. They are long strips of a plant from…

Weight training does not make women bulk up. Check out some of the success pics on MFP from women who lift weights. Sure, if you are a professional bodybuilder you can become bulky as a woman, but that comes with a very specific diet and supplements. For other woman, weights is what will tone your body, decrease body fat,…

First off, a bit congrats on being so close to reaching your goal! That's a huge accomplishment. To reduce belly fat you need to decrease you overall body fat. By lifting you will increase your lean muscle mass, and combined with a proper diet, you will lose body fat at the same time. Since muscle weighs more than fat, you…

You say maybe you shouldn't be wearing a bra to bed, but it sounds like maybe we all should after all! Thanks a lot for the suggestions. It sounds like I am looking for a compression bra of some kind. I will look around for those when I'm back in Canada next month.

Thanks for the tip! I am trying it tonight :wink: It's only temporary, right? If it works, it's definitely worth it.

smilesalot196 - What kind of bra to you wear to bed? I think an underwire would be uncomfortable, but maybe a lightweight sports bra. What works for you?

你们好！Fellow Chinese expat here. I moved to Beijing from Canada at the end of August 2012 and have lost about 35 pounds since. I'd love to share tips for staying healthy here in China. With food safety concerns, I often find my stress levels around food choices and grocery shopping pretty high. Also when I do need to eat in…

Thanks for your response. I am glad to hear you have a supportive boyfriend to help you through. I am also focusing on eating healthy fresh foods and limiting processed foods. I agree that weight training helps too - I find feeling stronger does good things for my self esteem. Do you track all of your calories? Do you keep…

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Thanks very much for the suggestions. Overall, it seems I have likely been over-thinking all of this. I was previously eating too little which led to me feeling cranky, hungry, and slowed my weight loss. It was suggested I increase my calories and up my protein, which evolved into my desire to get to the 40/30/30 ratio. I…

If you are getting in enough calories and are eating healthily during your meal, I say go for what you feel works for you. I used to think it was necessary to eat several times throughout the day when trying to lose weight. While I personally like to do this, my mother prefers to eat only one large meal. She has lost a…

This is what I was expecting...the deeper meaning of mfp. Worth asking too, no?

^bump...any thoughts?

1. Waist 2. Face 3. Back, Shoulders, Arms, Belly 4. Chest 5. Hips / legs...I've got to wait to see it where I need to lose it most :wink:

How about a little bit of milk with some vanilla extract for flavour?

Thanks very much for the suggestions. I did some research, and I am going to check out the New Balance Minimus in person. If those don't seem to be a good fit, hopefully the big sporting goods chain here will have a decent selection of other types to check out. I appreciate you taking the time to provide thoughtful…

Thanks for all of the suggestions! Today I bought some cinnamon and vanilla bean. Added those to oatmeal with brown sugar, pecans, and walnuts and it was fantastic. I'm going to look for flaxseed meal to try next time.

Great work! You look really fit and toned. Your pics are a reminder to me that there is a lot more to consider than the number on the scale. Recently my weight loss has slowed considerably but I have been lifting heavy and expect I am building muscle. I am going to start taking regular pics to get the full perspective.…

I have flat feet and used to wear orthotics. I no longer wear them because they hurt my feet (I tried different doctors and orthotics). I am hesitant to try the minimalist shoes because I already feel a lack of support from the cross-trainers I have. Sometimes I feel like I could easily roll over my ankle. Is this not a…