Lulla_dxb

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  • Last year I ate SO MUCH and so fast for iftar it was crazy! This year I've been exercising just before iftar, eating a light meal for iftar and I feel so much better than last year! I'm ashamed to say this but last year I only managed one taraweeh prayer because I felt so sick and heavy. This year I've been to all taraweeh…
    in Ramadan, fasting, MFP, and you. A guide Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Try it, I :heart: it!
    in Body Pump*****Scared! Help! Does anyone do this? Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Because they are full of salt and I'm sure they are the reason I still don't have a flat stomach :sad: I didn't think about popcorn...thanks GormanGhaste!!!
    in Addicted to crisps! Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I'm a teacher too! I'm a British teacher teaching abroad at the moment. It can be difficult to stay healthy at work...break time snacks and tea, lunch out and children's birthday parties! Add me if you need any motivation, and I would love the support :flowerforyou:
    in Looking for teacher friends Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Try exercising in 50 degree heat in the UAE!!! I wish it would burn more calories but it doesn't. Because it's hotter you will get dehydrated more quickly so just up your water intake and you should be fine! :wink:
    in Excercising in hot weather Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Hi, this sounds interesting!! I am fasting at the moment and I don't really feel hungry, just thirsty. You should have a filling breakfast before you begin the fast and drink plenty of water. During the day keep yourself occupied with things that will take your mind off food and remember that you will be eating shortly! I…
    in Fasting for Ramadan Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Not many people from UAE on here... Need some friends for support, so add me if you wish :)
    in Hello from the Emirates! Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I live in Dubai, I will join :)
    in Dubai Members Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I love Les Mills classes too! I do pump, combat, jam and balance. I'll join the challenge whatever it may be :)
    in Les Mills Combat Challenge Group! Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I was thinking the same thing too! I'm doing this...breakfast is suhoor and then dinner is iftar. I'm also eating a light suhoor and drinking plenty of water before the fast begins. I really love this time of year!!!
    in How Do You Log food during fasting (Ramadan) Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Great post! Ramadan Kareem :flowerforyou:
    in Ramadan, fasting, MFP, and you. A guide Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Inshallah I am going to workout before Iftar. I did this last year and it worked well because I was only thirsty for a little bit! I don't think it's a good idea to workout after Iftar as I know I would feel bloated and sick.
    in Ramadan and exercise? Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Hiya everyone, I am Lulla (nickname) and I am 26. I am Arab and from the UK but live and work in Dubai. I just really need to eat healthy and tone up! I feel like I've been on a diet my whole life but now Inshallah I am determined to have a healthy lifestyle! Any support/motivation welcome!!!
    in Introduce yourself Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I'm planning on being healthy but I'm scared I will have cravings during the day which will lead me to binge at night! :( Need support to stay strong and avoid the samosas!!!
    in Are you ready for Ramadan? Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • 1. Older lady wearing a shiny silver sauna suite doing weights. 2. In a Bodybalance class a lady farted behind me...I hope no-one thought it was me! 3. Lady doing a Zumba class wearing a long denim skirt!?! After reading some of the posts...Ladies come in with Starbucks all the time at my gym, even the class instructors…
    in Weird/Funniest things you have seen at the Gym Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Anyone fasting in Ramadan feel free to add me, I'd love to know what everyone's eating when they break their fast!
    in RAMADAN Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • For lunch I usually have a homemade sandwich/wrap or a pasta salad with tuna. I will usually have some fruit at lunch too. I also have a little treat if I need it, like some dark chocolate. I've started snacking on dried apricots and almonds before dinner. When I'm at work I force myself to take a homemade lunch with me as…
    in HELPP Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I'm Muslim and last Ramadan I exercised for at least 1 hour a day and still managed to put on weight!!! I was eating a lot of sweet treats at night. This year I will still exercise but cutting back on the sweet things and trying to keep healthy...let's see what happens! I love Ramadan!
    in RAMADAN Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I've heard that exercising in the morning is the best but I don't think exercising on an empty stomach is a good idea. Personally I couldn't exercise on an empty stomach! I exercise in the afternoon...I like to think that I'm burning off my breakfast and lunch :bigsmile:
    in Cardio before breakfast? Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • I eat what I want and I'm managing to lose weight. I exercise a lot too though! As long as you stay within your calorie limits then it's fine. HOWEVER I wouldn't go crazy and eat really unhealthy food all the time as it's bound to have some bad effects on your insides! I do treat myself a lot though :ohwell:
    in can you eat what you want and lose weight? Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
  • Yes I'm the same! Food is all I think about- planning meals, counting calories...I think I may be annoying my family with it all :frown:
    in Food is taking over my life! Comment by Lulla_dxb July 2013
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