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The Cries for Motivation
I need to get something off my chest and I sincerely mean this in the most respectful way. As I peruse the boards, I consistently see posts from people who are looking for others to motivate them. Here's the thing. NO ONE CAN MOTIVATE YOU BUT YOU!!!!! Can we encourage and offer a congrats on a job well done? Can we make…
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Fitbit, Garmin or What?
I'm going to purchase an exercise tracking system, but I know nothing about what I should get. Here's what I want: Wear it to track the exercise activity, whether weights or cardio Track how long I work out Track calories burned Track HR while both lifting and doing cardio Sync the data with MFP I don't really care about…
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It's Swimsuit Season Where I Live and...
hubby and I are going on vacation starting Saturday. So today I decided to try on my swimsuits in preparation for vacation. I have five tankinis with bottoms, and ALL WERE TOO BIG!!! Most of the suits were falling off me...topless isn't a good look for me. LOL. So I've determined I've gone down two bra cup sizes in…
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The "Burn 100 Calories Quick" Claim
I've seen this all over Pinterest: Burn 100 calories quickly by doing the following 40 jumping jacks 30 crunches 20 squats 10 pushups My question is how accurate is this claim? Don't factors like age, current weight, form, speed, etc. play a role in how quickly calories are burned? I'm really curious about this...
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First Vacation, Then Surgery
Hi All, In two weeks, my two sisters and our husbands are going to an all-inclusive in the tropics. We'll be gone for a week. Three days after we return, I will undergo major surgery on my leg and will not be able to work out for 4-6 weeks. So I'm expecting to gain back some of the weight I've taken off (MFP shows nine…
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If Barbie Can Do It...
cute as can be...
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Sore Glute
Hey, what do you do for a sore (very sore) glute besides stretching?
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Body Fat % or BMI?
Which is the number to go by?
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The Importance of Socks
i never thought socks were an important component to an effective workout. I was wrong! Recently I was fitted for a new running shoe (Brooks-but I don't run, LOL). We were having problems finding a comfortable shoe for me. I was wearing athletic socks and the sales person said my socks are too big. She threw in a pair of…
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Calling the PTs Here...Clarification, Please
Would love to hear your thoughts on the following: 1. I've always been told to do some light cardio (5-10 min) to warm up before starting a workout, whether it's lifting or cardio. Good? 2. I've also been told to always lift before cardio. Yes? 3. I've been told to cool down for about 5 min after a 30-min or longer cardio…
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Food Scale Recommendations
hi. I have a cheapy food scale that only measures in oz. I want one that I can set to the unit I want to measure (i.e., grams, ounces, etc.). And it needs to be reasonably priced...$25 or under. What do you recommend?
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Not Losing Weight OR Inches
Since rejoining MFP about a month ago, I set my weight loss goal to 1/2 lb a week. I measure my food, try not to eat back my calories, and work out, including weight lifting, six days per week. So I reset my weight loss goal to 1 lb per week, which, of course, reduces my available calories. No big deal; for the most part…
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Protein Bars
Do you eat them? If so, what brand is your favorite? I recently discovered Perfectly Simple by Zone Perfect. Six ingredients, 10 G protein, 190 calories. I like having one as a snack right after a workout. BUT...I'm open to other ideas. I just don't want the really high calorie ones, please.
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Why am I Not Losing Weight or Inches?
i have lost 23 lbs in the last year. I'm 5'4", 64 years old, and now weigh 122. I know, I know. Why am I whining, is what some may be thinking. LOL! But really, I'm at a loss. My goal is 115 lbs. I am generally under my calorie intake every day, and generally am under on carbs, fat, sodium and sugar. I try to consume more…
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Whoa Panera - Watch the Sodium, Please!
today for lunch I tried Panera's new lentil and quinoa broth bowl with chicken. I wanted something high in protein because I was headed to the gym. Calories: 410 = fine Carbs: 52 g = fine Fat: 9 g = fine Protein: 34 g = excellent! Sugar: 5 g = fine Sodium: 1390 = you've got to be kidding me! Put me over my sodium allowance…
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Losing Belly Fat
First, a short back story: I contracted polio at age 3 and I'm now 64. I have always had weakness on my left side but always managed to be active and have exercised on and off my whole adulthood. In my late 50's I began feeling intense pain in my left lower leg and foot and as it grew worse I pretty much stopped all…
