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I don't want to be rude, but the OP was asking for veggie friendly iron suggestions.... where are yours? What would you suggest? :smile: Not many non-meat/fish foods are as iron rich as the veggie friendly options, but spinach does contain iron, as mentioned in this article here:…

Spinach, beans, nuts and seeds. Oats are also good for fibre and iron. Lots of greens too. But mostly spinach, Popeye style. :smile:

I LOVE spinach! :heart: With eggs - scrambled or poached. In omlettes. In stews. In pasta sauces. In smoothies. Raw in salads. Cooked as a side. I could go on...

Hi, I'm also in the UK. I'm an omnivore and like circuits, Pilates, swimming and the odd run! Always happy to make a new friend :smile:

Just finished my day three workout. Starting to find it less strenuous - it might be time for the Natalie versions of things. (Though has anyone else noticed that she doesn't try so hard when Jillian's back is turned?!) I also sweated slightly less! Aching in calves and abs today. My food will be mostly clean again today,…

I try to wash my hair less often - dry shampoo is my best friend. My hair is very fine and overwashing is a no-no. This blog is pretty interesting: http://www.hdofblog.com/2010/08/shampooing-less-often-for-athletes/ :smile:

I had to ween myself off my Cadbury Dairy Milk! Little by little, it becomes easier to get out of the sugar fix - dark choc has less sugar and general rubbish in it. I love Lindt with Chilli, Green & Blacks 85% and the Montezuma brand too. Just a couple of squares a day keep me happy! I'm not sure how much I believe…

I think that if we exercise our bodies sensibly and are conscientious and moderate about what we feed ourselves we can all be healthy? I just don't think there is a definite answer here! My MFP veggie pals all have balanced nutritious diets. Whereas most of my real life veggie pals eat pasta, cheese and far too much sugary…

Age: 25 Starting Weight: 154 End Weight: - (hopefully 144) Day 1: Completed Day 2: Completed D2 L1 Just like carribear I was sore from yesterday - I woke up with achey arms and quads. And I was oh-so-very sweaty - is anyone else finding this too? I am always the sweatiest girl at the gym, so it might just be me! I felt…

Brilliant! Well done - I know how tough it is to turn down chocolate! :flowerforyou:

I know - boo! My line is, "Oh thank you, but no - you know I'm trying to stay away from sugar." Plus it's only going to make everyone really inefficient when the inevitable sugar come down kicks in.

One restaurant meal a month! Followed by a nice long walk.

Bump - I find this fascinating!

Well done! I struggle with something similar every Friday when my (tiny) manager brings in cakes, choc and biscuits for the team! It's hard to do a friendly smile when thinking distinctly unfriendly thoughts!

You go for it! I've just finished Day 1 of 30DS - it's tough but I find Jillian really motivating! Don't let the b*ggers bring you down! :bigsmile:

Hi! - sorry to hear that you're having a stuggle! Just to let you know, your diary isn't open! ETA - If he's a pro, it might well be a good idea to take his advice for now! :tongue:

I drink loads of tea! I used to go for the standard Brit builders tea, but it was starting to get silly and my teeth were starting to stain (added to which, not everyone I work with can make a decent brew!). I drink mostly green or white tea now as well as the Dr Stuart Slim Plus and Pukka Cleanse ones. They definitely…

Brilliant! :laugh:

Welcome! I'm in Herts and I'm 25 - hope that's okay! Friend request on its way! :flowerforyou:

I'm in! Started today: I weigh 154 lb and I'm 25. Good luck every one! :flowerforyou:

I started today too! Feel free to add me! :smile:

I work in Hemel! Sending an add your way! Anyone else, please feel free to add me - the more support, the better! Julia xo

9/01/11 Weigh In: 154 lb - weight isn't shifting at the moment! :ohwell: 9/08/11 Week1 Results: points for week 1 challenge ( 7), points for weight loss(0 ) Total points = 7 9/15/11 Week 2 Results: pts for week 2 (14), week1 (7), pts for wl( 0) Total points = 21 9/22/11 Week 3 Results: pts for week 3 ( ), week2( ) week1(…

Sadly, there is so much negative rhetoric everywhere about being pear shaped. I suppose the ideal shapes we’re presented with in the media is either the athletic slender type or the "curvy" hourglass. In Britain, "it's all gone pear shaped" is a phrase that's used a lot for when something goes wrong. For those of you who…

^^^ This! :smile:

Ladies, I'll also be taking a look at these bits of pear-shaped-specific advice too, so thought I'd share! http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/best-workout-for-a-pear-shaped-body/ http://befitandstrong.com/exercise-for-pear-shaped-body/ http://www.brainyweightloss.com/pear-shape-body.html And I do agree with all of you…

This is great - thanks for posting! Just found this so bumping so I can find it again later! :happy:

9/01/11 Weigh In: 154 lb 9/08/11 Week1 Results: points for week 1 challenge ( 7), points for weight loss(0 ) Total points = 7 9/15/11 Week 2 Results: pts for week 2 ( ), week1 ( ), pts for wl( ) Total points = 9/22/11 Week 3 Results: pts for week 3 ( ), week2( ) week1( ), pts for wl( ) Total Points= 9/29/11 Week 4 Results:…

Thank you! :smile:

I'm thinking about getting involved with this too - quick question first though! Ladies, how heavy a weight are you using with this?