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Registered for a 15k!
I've done a few 5k races, more walking than running. I'm not a habitual runner by any means but I would like to give it a go. I have the couch to 5k app and the Nike run club app. Are there any runners here that can advise me? What do you like about running? What shoes support well? Favorite go to music? Results you have…
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What's that sound?
What are you listening to right now? Currently my dog is snoring..
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Moving!
I'm going to be moving in a few months to Pittsburgh! I really need to declutter things...I have stuff stored that I don't really use. I need to go through my clothes and get rid of some..I'm also going to have to buy stuff (kitchen stuff, bathroom stuff, decor...) Any suggestions on purging or decorating? I'm looking for…
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Stubborn belly fat
My belly fat is ABSOLUTELY stubborn and refuses to leave. What kinds of exercises have worked for you? I'm doing crunches, jack knives, bicycle kicks, knee tucks, mountain climbers, prone paddles, Russian twists.... losing from everywhere but there.
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Jamie Eason's Livefit Trainer
As I was browsing through bodybuilding.Com last night I came across this 12 week program, it contains 3 phases, has a meal plan, clean eating, high and low carb days, etc. I was just curious if anyone here is familiar with it and if so what your thoughts were. I'm looking to tone up and build more muscle to burn fat.…
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My journey thus far
As I sit here reflecting on where I was to where I am now, I figured I'd share my journey. Starting back in February of this year, my highest weight was 229 lbs. As of today, I am down to 183 lbs! My goal weight is currently 160 lbs. Never before in my adult life, from the time I was 18 years old to now (I'm 30) have I…
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Slightly discouraged
Since starting my journey this year I have lost 36 pounds. In the past 3 weeks I have lost.....or gained back 1 pound. I was consistently losing anywhere from 0.5 to 1.8 pounds a week. I'm sure I've gained muscle, I can do specific exercises I couldn't before and am using a heavier resistance band and weight. I just feel…
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Newbie here
Hi! I just joined MFP today. I've been on my personal journey since the end of February. I'm seeking out a place for advice, support, and motivation. Friends along the way wouldn't be bad either! My motivation to change my life stems from a back injury and way to much arthritis in my hip for being 30 years old. At my…
