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What worked for me today was beginning with a meditative walk at dawn. I use the Calm app, and the sessions put my mind into a positive and focused space to start the day. Because they are so good, I found that my walk was twice as long as usual. I am strong, energized and ready to continue with my proactive choices for…
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Your shirt's inside out...
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I'm with middlehaitch; since increasing my vitamin D3 (year round, with an extra boost during fall/winter) I have definitely had more energy and less inclination to go into "hibernation mode"! You may want to get your D3 levels checked with your doctor first.
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Dr. Michael Greger focuses all of his work on evidence based research on nutrition for wellness. He has a whole series on fighting inflammation with diet, including spices, nuts, and much much more. Go onto Youtube and Search "Nutrition Facts" (his channel) "Inflammation"... you'll see his short (generally 2-4 minutes…
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I’ve given my rebounder and dumbbells a home in the living room right in front of the tv. Easy to get a bit of movement in during the evening news. I also do squats and other exercises ( like dancing) when washing dishes, tidying, or preparing food.
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Toasted nori (seaweed) treats. Yummy, nutritious, and so low in cals!
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I add about 12 grams (a couple of tablespoons full) of Kellog's All Bran Buds, which are lighter in texture than the other fiber cereals and have a lot of crunch and a superb flavor. My local grocery stopped carrying it, but it is luckily available on Amazon. 12 grams is about 30 calories and has five grams of fiber.
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I also spend time on YouTube viewing so many wonderful vegan channels out there... Sarah's Vegan Kitchen, Cheap Lazy Vegan, Pick Up Limes, Sweet Potato Soul and so many others. They use everyday ingredients and walk you through the steps of making their dishes.
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New Yorker (Queens) in a New Zealand village... what a difference!
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Welcome to the wonderful world of rebounding! It can be a great workout and as you noted is kind on the joints. I love that it can be done indoors or outdoors and that there are so many great workouts out there for free on YouTube and other sites. Plus, it's just downright fun, so it doesn't "feel" like a workout. I lost…
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Wish I had seen this before I cooked chicken last night! Sounds delicious. Wonder if this recipe would work using store-bought bread crumbs? Thanks for sharing!
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I log everything that I eat... this includes veggies! The CICO model works for weight loss when your caloric intake is less than your caloric output. You can only monitor this accurately by counting all of the calories you consume, even lower-calorie options. All the best as you work to your goals!
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I'm with folks who prefer dark meat (legs and thighs) over chicken breasts. I find them to be more moist and flavourful overall, no matter how I cook them. With breasts, I would suggest a marinade. I like most of the McCormick Grill Mates marinades, but don't forget to calculate in the calories from the oil if you use them.
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I agree with this... even if the new scale is a bit "off", you can usually calibrate it downward to accurately weight the known object. Then, theoretically, it should weigh you accurately.
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I agree with those suggesting more water and fiber. I find it difficult to hit my 25g fiber goal though fruits and veggies alone, so I usually have a snack of a Fiber One bar (I like the chocolate chip) or a self-made "trail mix treat" of All Bran Buds and 10 milk chocolate m&ms. Both are about 100 calories and…
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I like to drizzle salmon with maple syrup, then dashes of soy sauce. Let them marinate in for about ten minutes, then roast at 400 degrees F until cooked through (about 20 minutes). So good! You might also like salmon (or other fish) cooked in parcels... check out this easy recipe:…
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Well done on changing your lifestyle and improving your health. You look fab, and love your fashion sense! Am totally inspired to carry on with my fitness program after this terrific thread!
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My Fitbit One has totally been worth the money. Knowing how many steps I get each day, and how many flights of stairs I take, motivates me to keep moving and also to stick to my nutrition plan. I keep mine clipped to my bra (also work with water and messy things for work); and believe me, if you are paying attention to the…
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In answer to your question re: "Has anyone had success with this kind of regime?", yes, I have. I was feeling lethargic for weeks, and my bones hurt for weeks. I was otherwise a healthy and fit person. My doctor tested and put me on 50,000 IU of D3 (not D2) for 10 days, and then I was to resume to 2,000IU/day going…
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Allrecipes site often adds the following message on fried food recipe nutritional information: "We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil…
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I travel a lot, so need portable snacks. Am a fan of the Fiber One line of bars, cookies, brownies, etc. Sweet and tasty treats that boost the fiber intake for the day. To save money, I make my own 100-120 calorie snack packs (I premeasure at home into snack zip top bags) of almonds, or a mix of All-Bran Buds (which are…
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I've been oven-steaming fish in foil parcels...sooo easy and good. Have a look: http://www.marthastewart.com/266345/baking-fish-en-papillote-in-parchment
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I go for 5-7 servings of veggies a day which usually get me pretty close. Any of the Fiber One treats (the brownies, English muffins, or bars) are nice to have--tasty, portable, and always push me over my fiber goals.
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I eat nothing before my 5:30ish workout, then a big breakfast after. What you should do depends on how you feel. Are you hungry when you first wake up?
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Going to get my whiteboard marker from the study right now... I like the idea of affirmations that are visible often.
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Welcome to the forums, Sara! I'm about the same height and weight as you; and lost about the same amount right here with MFP. :smile:
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Jillian Michaels Ripped In 30 session in the a.m. , then a nice walk after dinner.
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I don't know a lot about recomp, but looks like you may benefit from lifting some weights. I started with circuit training with Jillian Michaels (30 Day Shred) DVDs... you can start with light weights and build up, as well as get your cardio in. So many folks have gotten great results working out with the program (so did…
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You are looking phenomenal; I expected to read that you've been killing the workouts because you definitely look fitter... now that I know you haven't been, WOW! You are unstoppable! I hope you share more pics in the future as you add in exercise and progress even closer to your goals.
