ramurray8 Member

Replies

  • I'm experiencing IBS symptoms the last couple months and I've found that on bad days - I have NO energy. So, I try to limit my crummy feeling days by managing the IBS. Then on days when I feel good, I take advantage and try to exercise. It's been really inconsistent, since I'm trying to figure out exactly what is causing…
    in Huge weight gain with IBS Comment by ramurray8 December 2018
  • Agreed, interesting thread! I love seeing the differences that 5'8" can be. I'm 38, currently at 141 (down from 147) and aiming for 130/135. I'm small chested, normal butt/legs, and tend to carry my weight in my tummy. Everything says that's the worst spot to carry weight, and I would agree. I have a family history of…
    in 5"8 what is your goal weight? Comment by ramurray8 February 2018
  • oh, me too! I'll add you and a couple others from this discussion. I'm 37, 5'7" , and currently at 148. My goal is around 135 (or whatever doesn't give me extreme muffintop).
    in Hey :) I need some dedicated female friends! Comment by ramurray8 January 2018
  • Age: 37 Height: 5'7" Heaviest Weight: 148 lbs (right now! eeep) Ultimate Goal Weight: 130 lbs January Goal Weight: 145 lbs Jan 03 148 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 I've been off/on MFP for years now. 2017 was mostly off. My biggest challenge is that I used to run in my free time, whenever I had it. I had a running bag in my…
    in Fireworks at the ready: It's the January Accountability & Weigh-In Comment by ramurray8 January 2018
  • I can't do whey, and in general find that plant-based protein shakes just don't taste as good as their whey cousins. This one from Whole Foods is pretty good though - I get the Chocolate cinnamon. I usually mix with no sugar almondmilk + greens + nuts. It's not terribly exciting, but is easy to make in the morning and…
    in Do You Do Protein Shakes? Comment by ramurray8 October 2016
  • If your grocery store has Tessamae dressings, I'd suggest them. They are in the refrigerated section near the salad lettuce at my stores. They are "real" in the sense that it's ingredients that you would make salad dressing with - if you took the five minutes to do it yourself. I find that i just need a little.
    in Salad dressing Comment by ramurray8 October 2016
  • If you don't like thongs, try simply perfect by Warners (sold at target). They are full butt panties that don't ride on me and are always comfy. The only bummer is they totally give you a VPL with tights. For shorts, or looser workout bottoms I don't have an issue.
    in What are the best underwear to wear to work out in? Comment by ramurray8 January 2015
  • First, Congratulations on your baby! November is pretty recent, so you might want to just chill out on traditional exercise for a little bit. From experience, I know that is tough to do b/c you want to get back to pre-pregs body - but your body is still probably settling into itself. I started back with a mommy + me yoga…
    in How do you moms fit in the time to get your workout on? Comment by ramurray8 January 2015
  • bump
    in What are your favorite recipe websites/blogs? Comment by ramurray8 October 2014
  • Came here just to say that I LOVE LOVE LOVE Fitness Blender. Good for dudes, good for ladies and LOTS of variety.
    in Best stay at home strength training? Comment by ramurray8 September 2014
  • oh, it's tough to not be tempted by a BF's food choices. I would suggest sticking to those smaller portions, introduce more "you" foods, and try to get active together. It's corny, but it's fun to walk/job with your bf. We used to go to the YMCA together and even though we weren't really spending that time talking to…
    in How to NOT fall into the boyfriends food habits Comment by ramurray8 September 2014
  • Welcome back to MFP, maybe we can motivate eachother!
    in Back to MFP after a long hietus Comment by ramurray8 July 2014
  • I'm older than Stevie086, but am finding that HIIT workouts and Les Mills Grit have changed my workout game. They incorporate strength exercises- i've been doing them since February and while I'm not where I want to be - my muscles are looking a lot better. I'm not losing weight as fast as I'd like to, but I really think…
    in Need motivation, and friends! Comment by ramurray8 July 2014
  • I could use some inspirational/motivational buddies too! go ahead and add me too
    in Looking for more pals! Comment by ramurray8 July 2014
  • Timely post! I need new ideas too! Here are my now-rut-like snacks: Kind bars, Fage yogurt gaucamole + veggies peach + babybel cheese HellyFaye's Choco-avocado pudding has me intrigued....
    in Help! I am bored with my snacks... Comment by ramurray8 July 2014
  • My eating is still off-track, but exercise is on-track lately. I'm hoping that by filing out MFP I'll be more mindful of my eating. I go through periods where I use MFP religiously and other times when I don't. I find that i lose more weight when I use it. I take a couple exercise classes during the week and I'm really…
    in Just checking in! Comment by ramurray8 July 2014
  • I really like the granola bars from Kind. They are easy to pack and help me keep my energy up between breakfast & lunch. Some other ideas: boiled eggs gaucamole mini pack + raw veggies (I just ate this and it was actually satisfying) Greek yogurt apple + almond butter (I have to pack the ab individually though, b/c I like…
    in Snack for Work idea Comment by ramurray8 April 2014
Avatar