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knee pain while walking UP stairs
Hi all - while doing a strength training workout I hurt my knee during a split squat sequence. The pain was more uncomfortable and not a shooting pain, but enough to stop the movement. I am not in constant pain. I have no swelling and it does not hurt to touch the knee. I can walk fine. I have found that the only pain I…
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Quick side dishes in the microwave
Have you come across quick microwave sides: veggies or grains that you recommend? Sauce included or not. Calories around 150 or less per serving.
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Dehydrator tips, tricks and recipes
I recently purchased a used dehydrator at a garage sale. I have been dehydrating tomatoes like crazy. I love these on salads. I haven't tried anything else. I have a garden full of veggies and herbs and would like to preserve as much as I can. Any tips, recipes etc you could share if you are a big fan and user of the…
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cereal recommendations
I am craving cereal. However I know it doesn't keep me full until lunch. If you have found a good one, can you please share your recommendations with me?
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Conference for work - how to sneak healthy food?
I will be attending a conference for work next week. I just got the email with event details and the food that will be served. Each meal is plated and not healthy. Do you have tips for lunch and dinner that I could bring and essentially eat during a break or in my car that do not need to be refrigerated? Thanks!
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Meal prepping the sweet potato
I love sweet potatoes. I would like to cook a big batch for meal prepping. Ideally I liked my final product to be cubed and last all week. Right now I'm roasting them and they turn slimey and brownish on the edges. Are you having better luck with a different method?
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YouTube videos for strength training
Can you recommend any YouTube videos for strength training workouts? I have 5 pound weights and a medicine ball.
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Disaster eating day- Saved by me!
I worked out this morning and was so hungry after. None of my distraction techniques worked. So I ate my afternoon snack in the morning. I felt a huge binge eating event coming on. So more adjusting, big lunch. And guess what? It's all passed. Back on track. That's my shortest window of problems in years! Woo-hoo!
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My 3rd MFP rodeo is not going well - suggestions for success?
I have successfully used MFP for 2 weight loss runs. I lost 70 pounds after a pregnancy using my MFP (about 5 years ago). I gained back about 30 pounds and successfully lost that (2 years ago). I feel the slow creep of weight coming back on and decided to join again. I'm currently looking to address an extra 10 pounds I…
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Do you love baked oatmeal- please share!
Love baked oatmeal, but my go to recipe is loaded with calories. Have a recipe to share? Ideally around 300 calories a serving.
