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Gained all but 4 of the lbs I lost... Need some supportive pals
Hello All, I am Lisa. I am 26 yo, I am 5’4” and I have 40lb to lose. I started MFP last October and I had managed to lose 15lb and got down to my lowest weight in a long time: 169lb (which is just over 12 stone). I crept back into the 170s, but told myself I would never make it back to the 180s. This morning I weighed in…
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Chocolate Substitutes
Hello All, It's been a while since I have posted in the forum.. I was just wondering whether anyone knew of a non-disgusting alternative to chocolate. My sister has been diagnosed with chronic migraines and her doctor has advised her to avoid chocolate forever!! I feel so bad for her (we are both chocoholics).. I have been…
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First Binge in Weeks :(
I have been doing so well.. Since I decided to change my life, I have been able to control my eating and only eat when hungry. But today was different. I am alone in my office in work. And I wanted to eat my sandwich. I was not hungry, but I wanted to eat it.. So I did. And when I was finished, I went to the biscuit…
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Share Your No-Scales-November Challenge Results
Did anyone challenge themselves to not weigh for the whole month of November? I saw some discussions about it leading up to November.. The first three weeks of November were great for me! I was motivated and really on the ball. After a weekend away with my friends in London, it took me a while to get back on track, which…
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Graze Box
Hi Guys! Just wondering who else has a graze box subscription? I know that it is a little expensive for what it is, but for little treats that are low in calories and different and exciting, I think it is worth it. They've really helped me to see that healthy food doesn't have to be boring. And eventually, I'll be able to…
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Macros Question
Hey Guys, I was just wondering whether you can assign exercise calories into specific macros? I am planning on doing some bodyweight exercises tonight, and usually that burns around 170 cals for a 30-45 min session, but I only have 1g of sugar and fat left in my daily allowance, so I can't really have anything. Can I use…
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Advice needed from UK busty girls!!
I have been doing some research on sports bras, and I am not having any luck.. All of the really good ones seem to be in the USA! I want to get into running, but the sports bra that I have just doesn't cut the mustard! It is fine for being on a stationary bike and ST, but if I run in it - I will get two black eyes for…
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Low Fat Cheese-Free Cheesecake
Cheesecake is my favourite thing in the world, and it is one of the things that I have been sad to see go from my diet. I know it is one of the "worst" cakes you can have in terms of fat etc. I found this recipe on the internet, and I was completely sceptical, but I was desperate for it to be delicious, so I decided to…
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Low Fat Cheese-Free Cheesecake
Cheesecake is my favourite thing in the world, and it is one of the things that I have been sad to see go from my diet. I know it is one of the "worst" cakes you can have in terms of fat etc. I found this recipe on the internet, and I was completely sceptical, but I was desperate for it to be delicious, so I decided to…
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Cardio vs Strength Training for Beginners
Hey guys, Just looking for a bit of advice really. I'm 4 weeks into my new lifestyle and 10lb lighter (YAY!). I'm walking and stationary cycling at the moment to get myself into a routine with exercise. I am very much a beginner and my stamina is not too great. My plan has always been to lose a fair chunk of my weight and…
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No Longer "Obese"
After my 2.5lb loss this week, I have a BMI of 29.8, so I am no longer "obese"!! I really don't like the BMI scale of measurement, but it is still nice to know that my weight is no longer dangerous! Only 28 more pounds to go to be in my healthy weight catagory!! :smiley:
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Visual encouragement!
Hey girls! I've just found this site. It's really cool. You put in your height and weight, and your goal weight and it will give you visual encouragement to see what you will look like once you've achieved it! You can change the hair style, clothes and stuff to make it look more like you. Check it out. Here is my before…
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Mini Success!
Hello everyone! Just wanted to say that I am finally getting into MFP and using all of the benefits available, which now includes the community :smile: I've been logging in and recording my food intake for 2 weeks, and I have lost a steady 4lb already! 2lb each week. At this rate, I will be over half way to my goal at…
