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Digital Scales vs Dial Scales
Which do you prefer? I only have a dial scale. Is one more accurate than the other?
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The doctor's scale vs my home scale
So I went to the doctor today for my usual prescription refill. The nurse weighed me and said I've lost 5 pounds since my visit last month. Great! However, there is a big discrepancy between the doctor's scale and the one I have at home. In fact, it's a 7 pound difference. Should I continue to go by my home scale? At least…
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Personal Trainer or Nah?
This is my second run on MFP. The first time I joined, I lost 30 pounds. I stopped logging in August and since then I have gained back 9 pounds. It's very disappointing. I am giving it another go on MFP but this time I am considering getting a personal trainer. For those who have used personal trainers in the past, do you…
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Personal Trainers
What are the pros and cons of using personal trainers?
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Looking for a "brace" for my knee
I usually do cardio/hip hop dancing for my workouts. My right knee hurts a little but not enough that requires medical attention or pain meds. Other than working out it really doesn't bother me. (not even walking hurts). Anyway....my question is I am looking for one of those "things" (sorry I can't articulate the brace I…
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Need energy to workout
I am finding it more and more difficult to exercise because I don't have enough energy. My career is sometimes mentally draining and keeping up with my very active 16-month-old son can be physically draining. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get more energy for workouts? P.S. I don't like the taste of any energy…
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Cutting out dairy products
I eat yogurt daily. I am starting a new regimen on Monday. I am looking for dairy-free yogurt. Any suggestions on what brands to buy?
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Is it really about eating at a calorie deficit?
Since joining MFP 136 days ago, I have lost 24 pounds. However, I have not lost any weight for about a month now. I continue to eat under my daily calorie goal and I workout at 3 times a week. I will admit, I've indulged in a couple of fried food dishes as well as Coke Zero. But should that matter? I thought it was more…
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1,000 calories burned
I know people who claim to burn 1,000 calories working out at the gym. I have a 1-year-old son so I don't have time to go to the gym. I do my workouts at home with Comcast On Demand. Just curious though, how does one burn so many calories and how can I do that at home?
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Whole Foods Market
I am super excited that a Whole Foods Market opened today not far from my house! For those of you who shop there, what are some healthy meals or items I can add to my shopping list?
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I have the flu and no appetite
I am finding it very difficult to eat. I have the flu plus a painful sore throat. I have to take my pills on a full stomach but it is so hard to do. On top of that, I am eating at a 600 to 700 calorie deficit.
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What is your favorite cheat meal?
My favorite cheat meal is fried chicken wingettes with lemon pepper seasoning. Before joining MFP, I could eat 6 to 10 wings with fries and ranch dressing. Now I will only eat 2 or 3 wings minus the dressing and maybe 5 french fries w/ no ketchup. I give the rest of the order to my fiance. Lol
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Re-Calculating my goals
I have lost 19 pounds in 75 days. Once I dropped 10 pounds, MFP asked if I wanted to recalculate my goals. I said no, thinking if it's not broken, don't fix it. However, I have stopped losing weight. I haven't changed my routine so I don't know why I've hit a roadblock. I am wondering should I recalculate my goals and if…
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Bontril Diet Pills
My doctor prescribed me Bontril diet pills two months ago. However, I took one and immediately got a headache. I haven't taken one since that day. However, I am considering trying a half pill tomorrow only because I gave in to temptation today when a co-worker brought Christmas cookies to work. I ended up eating 4 of them.…
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I couldn't stop myself!
One of my co-workers brought Christmas cookies to work today. I really tried to ignore them. Finally I decided to get just one but that one turned into four. I know this is just the beginning. It's the holiday season and there is always something sweet and delicious waiting for us in the break room. I just really need to…
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Fat arms!
I am 35 years old and have always had fat arms. I hated going to proms or being a bridesmaid due to my self-consciousness. Even when I have to get a flu shot, I usually wear a cardigan so that I can let it hang off my shoulders rather than take it off completely. You will NEVER catch me wearing sleeveless!!! Even in the…
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Injured knee, what now?
I hurt my knee doing Cardio Hip Hop Dancing. It's sore and I have a slight limp however I don't think it requires medical attention. I still want to do some type of workout (obsessed with exercise now) but I don't want to put further stress on my knee. Does anyone recommend Pilates or Yoga as an alternative?
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The first time someone noticed
I have been logging my calories and working out for 35 days. Yesterday, I visited my mom for Thanksgiving and the first thing she noticed was my weight loss...in my face, on my hips, and even around my shoulders. She is the first person to acknowledge my weight loss. I am so excited! Positive feedback really keeps me…
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Weight loss more noticeable without exercising
When I work out every single day, I don't seem to lose any weight. However, if I take a small break (3 to 4 days) from exercising, my weight loss becomes more noticeable. It's weird! Does this happen to anyone else?
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Thanksgiving is over. Back on the grind.
So I did overeat on Thanksgiving Day, the day after, and Saturday. Now I must re-focus and continue my journey. Is anyone having a hard time with this? This morning, I found myself craving my future mother-in-law's macaroni and cheese with bacon, gumbo, fried chicken, and even her mango splash punch. I am so tempted to…
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How many calories are burned doing kick-boxing?
Last night, I discovered a fitness category at Comcast On Demand. I chose Kick-Box Blast with Jill Coleman. The workout was 14 minutes long. However, I don't know how many calories I burned. The workout is not in MFP' s database so it's hard to log it.
