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Leg lifts are great for your butt and I think you could still do them with bad knees. Lay on your belly, get up on your elbows so that they are squarely under you - then up on your knees, but make sure you keep your back straight at all times. Extend one leg straight out behind you, and lift up and down, slowly, without…
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I've heard Vitamin E (Mederma for example I think) for any kind of scar - never heard cocoa butter. I did learn from my doc when I was pregnant that they've done bunches of studies on cocoa butter/shea butter to prevent stretch marks and it doesn't work - just an old wives' tale. :(
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Got this idea from a friend - I buy the Dove dark chocolate pieces and stick them in the freezer. It takes so long to eat one piece that you can't mindlessly eat them. Not to say you couldn't go nuts on them, but you have plenty of time to think about what you're doing. I also have a sweet tooth and that worked really well…
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Name: Nikki Hubby/Partner: Tyler How many kids do you have: One - a 2 1/2 year old girl Due Date: June 16, 2012 Do you know the gender: Not yet Have you picked out the baby's name: Nope Where do you live: Niceville FL Workouts you are doing while pregnant: Nothing yet, but got the ok from my doctor to resume light jogging…
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My biggest - I ran a half marathon in August. I love that I now think of a 2 or 3 mile run as "a short run". :) Also, I fit into a pair of jeans that haven't fit in at least a year the other day. Tried on a size 10 dress at a store the other day. I'm hoping my biggest NSV will be what my husband has to say when he sees me…
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I can't quite tell from your photo because of the hat, but I think you have a "heart-shaped face". Basically means you can do anything (lucky girl). So, I ditto the bob - maybe with a little razor-cut layering - depends on your hair type I guess - always classy and can be really modern. Also - a really good stylist should…
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Isn't that the greatest feeling ever?! Congrats!!
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Oh - and I have a 2-year old. :)
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Misery Business by Paramour - I don't know why. My playlist is kinda old if you can't tell.
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You just made me so happy! And I'm never getting those at chili's ever again, btw. :)
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Fabulous job! Great weight loss and great attitude! Keep in mind though, sometimes people will refrain from complimenting you because they don't want you to think that they thought you were fat previously. Basically, they're trying not to hurt your feelings. I know that sounds screwy, but I am guilty of that myself…
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Helen Mirren wears a 2-piece bathing suit. Just sayin'
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I am absolutely not an expert, but my 2 cents is, it's a down week for a reason. Run your 9 that evening - I think it will be best for your body. That being said - I'm not sure there's necessarily a "wrong" decision here since it's doubtful that the 5K is going to tax you too much. Good luck!
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I ditto that you need more time, but still put my vote in for a half-marathon. Just finished my first one last weekend and it was great! You can always sign up for a 5 or 10K along the way as part of your training for the half! :) I also ditto Hal Higdon's website - very helpful. Good job on the running so far!
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Oops! Sorry - website www.rawthreads.org
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Sweaty bands - best headband ever! I have one that says 13.1, but my next one is totally going to be a sparkly one! :) Also, bamboo running clothes because they're super soft - one that says I run for Wine is next for me. I think the company is called Raw Threads or Red Ink Creative Studio - I'm not sure which because I…
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bump! :)
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:D Big smile. Thank-you! I totally can't watch that show, btw, I'd be in tears ALL the time! :)
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First of all, congrats - sounds like you're doing a great job. Second, yes, you can and do absolutely hold onto some water weight during your period. I did WW years ago, and weighed in absolutely every single week and it was consistent and predictable that I would gain weight or hold steady the week of my period - every…
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Just be sure to log all your working out (including your abs work and strength training) and all calories consumed and don't let your net calories for the day drop too low (aka, below your calorie goal for the day). It seems like with the amount you are working out, you should be eating a little bit more, but let MFP…
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What is your goal? Weight loss vs weight gain vs fitness goals, etc
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Thank-you, thank-you, thank-you. I'm dying - I'm laughing so hard I'm crying.
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Eating 30 grams of protein within 30 minutes of waking up is something that was touted by a recent author that was featured on the Dr. Oz show. If I could remember his name or the name of the book, I would tell you. :) So, you can definitely lose weight without doing it, and yes, I agree its hard to get quite that much - I…
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I dealt with a lot of ants in my house last year! :) Ant traps work pretty well if you're not worried about a pet or child getting into them. If you can find the place that they're getting in (a window sill or something), sprinkle a line of baby powder or cinnamon in front of it - they won't cross it. That worked fairly…
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Not sure if you're still checking the replies, but I thought I'd put in my two cents. Everything that has been said so far is ABSOLUTELY true. My husband and brother are both in the Air Force (in fact, I'm writing this from Korea where I'm visiting my hubby while he's on a 1-year assignment here). The only thing I wanted…
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I would definitely recommend measuring yourself! Just don't do it too often - once a month seems to be pretty good for me. If you do it too often, then you will get down when the numbers don't go down fast enough. I find this feedback matters a lot more to me than what the scale is reading - in fact, it's cheered me up a…
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I have an 11 month old daughter and just had to stop breastfeeding a couple months ago (nursing strike that never ended). :) I know what you mean - I would get very weak and almost sick feeling if I even tried to diet while I was breastfeeding. A friend gave me some good advice - she said when she was b-feeding, that any…
