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  • Welcome Chris! Taking this first step is a big one and it's a step in the right direction. I think you can benefit from an accountability partner. Also creating a good plan for when you feel those weak moments creep up and you want to order take out. Having an anxiety plan, and a goal to build you self worth back up is…
    in Good morning, all Comment by Mpalamar October 2021
  • Congratulations and welcome! This is the hardest and best decision you'll ever make. Having a goal, a plan, (and a back up plan lol), a strong support system, and some good old fashioned determination will get you there. You got this hun! I know you can do it! You've got a great community here to help you along the way!…
    in Hello! Comment by Mpalamar October 2021
  • It's a personal choice. Go to the gym, try them both, and see which one you like best. Doesn't matter which one will give better results, if you don't like it, you won't be so inclined to use it. Personally, I'm an elliptical girl myself. I have a treadmill too and I rarely use it because I don't like it. Personal training…
    in Home Fitness Equipment Question Comment by Mpalamar October 2021
  • Sounds like the EMC diet (eggs, meat, chess) which is a wonderful way to shed some pounds and it will balance out blood sugar levels and lower LDL and triglycerides, but it's not meant as a long term solution, typically after 30 days you should begin incorporating veggies back into your diet, and expanding from there.…
    in Zero Carb eating Comment by Mpalamar October 2021
  • You got this! I know you can do it. I am a personal trainer and nutritionist, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out. This is the hardest but best decision one can possibly make for themselves. I am SO proud of you!!!
    in Hello! Obese person going for lifelong healthy choices! Comment by Mpalamar October 2021
  • I don't feel it's necessary to go to the doctors. Heart palpitations are very common and rarely a cause for concern. I know exactly what's causing them (the chips) - so I know if I stop eating them (which I obviously will) then I won't have them anymore. I just found it strange. My body has never reacted to a food like…
    in Heart Palpitations? Is this normal? Comment by Mpalamar March 2016
  • I agree... don't go to the gym while sick. I have been really sick this past week and I put my work out aside to get better. Working out while your body is already fighting something else is not a very good idea IMO.
    in Help! I'm sick but need to work out Comment by Mpalamar March 2016
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    in One Word---Profile Pic brings what to ur mind? Comment by Mpalamar September 2014
  • I think not... lol, but it's worth a shot!
    in Could you beat the person above you in arm wrestling? Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
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    in Guess the age of the person above you Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
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    in Keep a Word, Drop a Word... Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Very true! Which is why my favorite saying is, (when it comes to excercise and eating healthy) ... Your excuse is INVALID! (hence my ticker below lol).
    in The Dog On The Nail Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Originally from Montreal, but moved to Ottawa a few years back! Add me :)
    in Anyone from Canada ? If so where from!! Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • I love this idea, although I wouldn't use whipped cream. However, it got me thinking... Quinoa and cinnamon, add some raisins and skim milk cook it in the oven... and maybe (just maybe) it'll turn out to be a half decent quinoa version of rice pudding...?
    in Quinoa Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Ooooh, feta and tomatoes sound good! Thank you for that, maybe I will add that in next time.
    in Quinoa Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Bumping for more ideas! :)
    in The Meal Challenge Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • I can say I do roughly the same, as I am tight for time in the AM - I will get up, have my coffee (a nice caffeine boost before working out is helpful) then I work out for half an hour. Take my shower and then eat my breakfast. I give myself that 15 mins of shower time in between working out and eating. But that's about…
    in When to eat after workout......??? Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Gotta LOVE Bulk Barn!! LOL I'm heading there shortly myself. Saw the Chia seeds are 15% off, and the dried cranberries are 50% off. Can't wait to head over there :) I've also found it quite hard when it comes to shopping. We spend about $500 a month on groceries (and there is only me and my hubby!!) I would like to cut…
    in Poor Person's Guide to Losing Weight? Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • Having a desk job can definitely pack on pounds without realizing it. I know! If you have the luxury of getting a "sit-stand station" that enables you to raise / lower your desk - this will definitely help. I have a sit-stand station at work and I have also replaced my chair with a stability ball. Between the two, I now…
    in Desk job lbs Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • I keep nothing in my desk, but in the fridge at work I keep a banana, a bowl of cherries, a bowl of home made fruit salad and a package of baby carrots with avacado/pepper dip. Yum!! :) I ususally eat these within a day or two so I am always replenishing with the same easy things (plus I love them! Makes me feel like I'm…
    in What Does Your Desk Drawer Contain - Foodwise? Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
  • In my case, I did have to cut from and alter my diet ... otherwise I'd be in trouble - my diet used to consist of eating out EVERY SINGLE DAY (both breakfast and lunch) my dinner was either fast food or fatty foods. I ate junk food like it was going out of style. I was severely depressed and I ate to comfort myself.. what…
    in Counting Calories.... Is it really necessary? Comment by Mpalamar August 2014
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