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Yep, been there done that... yes, very painful... sleep lots, use ice packs, if you have Booster Juice where you live, you can do that... smoothies... jello... I couldn't tolerate narcotic painkillers so I slept with tylenol on board as much as I could. The first few days are the worst. You'll be fine!
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Hi there - Congratulations on the new addition!! I just had a baby a few weeks ago also - my 4th. After my 3rd, I got super-serious about weight loss. I also exclusively nurse right now, and am an extended breastfeeder (to 18 months). While I was bf'ing my 3rd baby, I DID lose weight - almost 40 lbs, to be exact - and…
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Oh man - I would LOVE to do this but I am away from home until the 8th... I guess I will wait for another starter!! I need something like this to get back on track - I am 7 1/2 weeks post-partum from baby #4, and really itching to hit the workouts again!
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I am bumping this for myself to reply to tomorrow... I do have a story... hang in there!
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I have a torn meniscus in my left knee - not saying that's what you have at all! - however, I've found that while biking actually made my knee hurt worse, using the elliptical or going swimming were almost pain-free activities. Now that I've lost about 30 lbs and have strengthened my legs, I hardly have any issues any…
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Hmm.... yes, you might need more calories. More importantly than that, though, is making sure you're eating the RIGHT kind of calories, from healthy foods... fruits & veggies, salads, protein, and non-white carbs. Ease off of the refined/processed sugar if you can. AND, make sure you're drinking enough water - at least 10…
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OH OH OH!! I have the answer for this one!!... but it depends on what you mean by "not too expensive"... OK. So Enell makes this sports bra. Best thing EVER. I am a 34F, and have spent years not doing high-impact aerobics, running, etc. I used to, but then got too self-conscious. But now? I'm a RUNNER again, and I am…
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You could also put it in a circuit training...
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The other thing you can think about doing is a different type of calf stretch. The upper part of your calf is the part you stretch when you do a straight-legged calf stretch. But, when you're "pushing down the wall" in that stretch, and you've finished the straight-legged version, slightly bend your back knee. You will…
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You can spot-tone the muscles in the thighs - Jillian Michaels' "No More Trouble Zones" has some great moves. Otherwise, the only thing that will get rid of the weight will be cardio, cardio, and more cardio! :) At least that's what Jillian says... ha ha... Good luck - it sounds like you're on the right track!
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Absolutely!! :) My whole family has been hit hard, but I've only barely grazed the sicknesses. It's been wonderful - and I think the only reason I've felt a bit run down is because I've been up most of the night for the last 7 or so nights. I've been exercising like a crazy woman and eating super-healthy.... you'll notice…
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Oh, I'm so sorry you're struggling!! While I haven't been where you are, I have a good friend who was put into surgical menopause a few months ago as well; she is around 33 years old. I don't have a miracle cure for the hot flashes. I'm sure you've already talked to your doctor about the variety of therapies available for…
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I like to click on "complete today's entry" under the food diary... it will tell you what your weight should be in 5 weeks if every day were like today. They start you out at a deficit anyway, so chances are good that you might still be on track to not gain. Even IF it shows you being heavier, let it be a good motivator,…
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Yes, that IS annoying and unfortunate. I'm not the kind of person that can tell someone to hang up, BUT I would've kept shooting them dirty looks. :) But the poster above me is right: if they can work out and talk on the phone for a long time, they're not really *working out* and are just wasting the use of a machine that…
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I roasted a pepper and sauteed some mushrooms (using no oil!), added a bit of extra lean ground beef for protein and a touch of teriyaki sauce for flavor. Yummmmmm.....
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I do weigh/measure them, actually, as well as log them. I am also tracking fibre & iron, which some veggies are known for. It all adds up! I'm not totally a stickler with veggies, though - a carrot is a carrot and a cucumber is a cucumber - I don't bother measuring them necessarily, just guesstimate how much of a 8" cuke…
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That lemon rice sounds amazing!!!
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I think that depending on how much cleaning you do, i.e. if it's every day, you would just adjust your initial settings for your activity level - i.e. light, moderate, etc. If you only do a vigorous house-cleaning once every couple of weeks, then yes, you could log it as extra. The dog-washing? Definintely moderate…
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You could also tell them that chocolate is no good without apples in it! *eye roll*
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1. A swimsuit. I usually swim for a workout. 2. I have three preschoolers. I wake up when they do. I don't exercise in the morning. I exercise after they're all in bed at NIGHT! (Tonight I got in the pool at 10:10 and was out about half an hour later.) 3. Mmmmmm.... Tuna salad on a slice of toasted multigrain bread, apple…
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We are moving in a couple of weeks, and I actually packed my scale away in a box that does not need to be unpacked for quite some time. I am an addict weigher, too, but I haven't even been tempted to go to that box yet. I also took the battery out and put it back in the cupboard... that way I'm making it REALLY…
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Oh, I so feel for you. Here's my short answer - their opinions do NOT matter. For the most part. Here's what I've realized about my own body - processed sugars increase my allergy sensitivities to regular allergens like tree pollen and dust and cats, irritability shoots up, and energy slumps. So, avoiding foods like ice…
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...not to mention that if you do weights after cardio, you are much more likely to be stiff & sore!! Solution? Do 10-20 minutes of cardio first to get the blood pumping & warmed up, then whatever weight training you want to do (I usually do 20-40 minutes depending on how much time I have), then finish with your 'normal'…
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Hey, I"ve always wanted to do this, too - just had a baby and wanted to get back into running again!
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Interval training is always good - hills, sprints vs. jogs, etc. Mix it up instead of doing the same route, add music... You're awesome to be running - good for you!!
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Yikes!! That's insane!! In my opinion, you DESERVE the pizza after all of that!! Do they have "stress" as an exercise to count your calories on? :) I'm glad you're OK!
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You're in a tough position!! I commend you on taking these awesome steps. I know it can be confusing and frustrating at times - not knowing "what" to listen to - but you've got a good handle on things and even just *knowing* where your weaknesses & issues are is a HUGE step. You'll be fine!! Eat using your head (and this…
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Way to go!!! I ran cross-country and track in high school - even made provincials (or State, as you might call it, if you live in the USA)... but then I busted my foot and haven't been able to run since. It always cheers me up to hear of people hitting the trails and doing well with it!! Congratulations!!
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Welcome! I'm pretty new, too (about a week-ish?), and I love the site, too!! Good luck with your goals - you'll find lots of good resources and tools to help you out, not to mention the SUPPORT!! M.
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:) I'm having trouble imagining what it would be like to be FULL on only 600 calories... Must be kinda nice, actually...
