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Alcohol Bullying
I have made it a goal to not drink the entire month of February. I have been doing well and seeing good progress. The last 2 weekends I've had social events and I have not had any alcohol. But the bullying is relentless "Oh we are partying with an old fogey" and "You are not fun when you don't drink" and "You can have a…
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Body Fat Analyzer Question
How accurate are those BF analyzer machine thingys. The ones that measure BF, Muscle Mass etc... I get on the machine at my gym maybe once a month. Since I last got on the machine my BF went up 0.3% my Muscle Mass went down 1.5 lbs. I am lifting heavy and even more heavier. The number on the scale went down 7 lbs. The…
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Sky Diving
I am doing this next month if I can muster the courage. This is one of my bucket list items. Has anyone done this b4? Does your stomach drop like it does on a roller coaster? What was your experience? Would you do it again?
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Miami Nightclubs
Going to Miami for New Years. Can anyone recommend some great night clubs for New Year's Eve in South Beach? Something that plays Top 40, or Hip Hop. No EDM (Electric Dance Music)
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Fat Shamed By Santa Claus
I don't agree with fat shaming anyone but Santa Claus???? That is sad. http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/07/health/santa-fat-shames-child-nc-trnd/index.html
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Biggest Loser Lawsuit
I was watching the news this morning on some of the Biggest Loser contestants filing a lawsuit because they regained the weight they lost and because Biggest Losers had bad practices on how they lost the weight i.e. 800 calories per day , dehydration before weigh-in, exercising 8 hours in a day. One woman regained 150 lbs…
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Fried Turkey Recipe
Does anyone have a great recipe for Fried Turkey? I don't care about calories. I want something that is flavorful and succulent as I hate roast turkey. Also is it really that dangerous? The only thing I know is that the turkey must be at room temp before frying.
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Not weak on weekends!
I am starting this thread so we can help each other stay on track during the weekends! The weekends is when I struggle and usually crash and burn!
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Superbowl!!!
How did everyone do this Superbowl? I did horrible. I ate at my TDEE which I guess is just maintaining but still not good. How about everyone else?
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Protein Powder Does it Really Work or Hype?
I started taking a protein powder (Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate) today to try and build/strengthen my muscles. I am strength training for a Tough Mudder this May. The powder is horrible and I mix it with unsweetened Almond Milk but my friend swears by it and she is very toned. Does protein powder really make a…
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Tough Mudder
I just signed up for the Tough Mudder in May. Has anyone done this before? If yes, what did you think about it? Was it super hard, moderate? Would you do it again? I have great cardio but my upper body is not that strong so I am using this a means to train and get stronger. Any opinons are welomed.
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Moderate Vs Strenuous Exercising
What do you define moderate versus strenuous exercise. I exercise 6 days a week (6 hours), 3 of those days are BootCamp sessions with other 3 days running, elyptical or stairmaster. I have a desk job. Would that be considered moderate exercising?
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Need Ideas for Lunch
For the past month or so I've been eating a salad with baked salmon on top. I'm getting tired of that. What do you eat for lunch?
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IRRITATED!!!!!
Ok I am on month 2 of my 90 day challenge. I am doing well. I did drink a lot on Labor Day but got back on the wagon. Last Saturday I had ONE drink with some friends for dinner. The issue I am having is when I am out with friends and I am not drinking because I am trying to lose weight they either give me a crazy look or…
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Just Chat
I am so proud of myself! Yesterday was my 26th wedding anniversary. My husband and I went out to dinner. I stayed within my calorie goals and I DID NOT have any alcohol!!!! :drinker: LOL!
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What's the point
To these "Hot/Not Sexy Date Pass Marry Kick to the Curb posts"? I just dont get it. It seems narcissistic.
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Falling Asleep at the Movies
Do you fall asleep at the movies? Every time hubby takes me to the movies I fall asleep!! I can't help it! As soon as the lights go out 15 mins later my eyelids get heavy and I start snorng!! My hubby will only take me to the early shows because it's cheaper and he doesnt waste that much money on me!!! I fell asleep on the…
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Toning and not hungry!
I tried to google this but couldnt find any answers. I have been taking boot camp for 1 1/2 months now. I love it and my body is getting stronger. I am able to do things i've never done before but my question is I am not hungry at all. I make myself eat but I literally have no appetite. When I was just doing cardio only I…
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Boot Camp Frustration
This is my second week into Boot Camp 3 days a week. On the days I dont have boot camp I run for an hour. I log all my food. Drink a lot of water and I have not loss any weight. My body is ACHING because I am using muscles I never knew I had. I guess I set unrealistic expections since I started this Boot Camp thinking the…
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People On MFP Are So Mean!!!!
Just Kidding!! I'm just looking for attention!! LOL!:tongue:
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Quinoa vs Cous Cous
I keep seeing so many posts around here about Quinoa and it seems to be healthier. So I bought some today. I loveeeee Cous Cous. Does Quinoa taste like Cous Cous or does it taste better? Or does it taste worse? I am going to make some tonight/
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Deodorant!!!!!
Can anyone recommend a ladies deodorant that WILL NOT stain clothes!!!!!!
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Brazilian Butt Lift Vent!!!
I have to vent! Ok so this morning I called the 800 number to order the Brazilian Butt Lift basic package which was 60 bucks. The sales rep was really nice and explained how great the program was. I was really excited about the purchase but then she begins to try and sell me other things as well like vitiamins, extra…
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ViSalus Body by Vi
Has anyone tried this? Does it work? Does it satisfy your hunger as a meal replacement? I ordered a one month supply through my neighbor. He and his girlfriend swear by it. Just wanted any feedback on it.
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Temper Pedic Mattresses
I just bought a Temper Pedic Cloud Breeze mattress. It was delivered today. I am sooooo excited about sleeping on it. I hear nothing but great things about this mattess. Does anyone have a temperpedic and if so do you like it ,love it or hate it!!
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Samoyed Puppies Question
I have a 3 month old Samoyed puppy. She is a good girl but for the last 3 - 4 days starting early aftrnoon until bed time she has become extremely restless. She can't keep still! She is breathing heavily even though she has access to water all day. she just can't seem to keep still. There are steps between my family room…
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Runners and Heart Problems Health Study
I was reading this article and it has me kind of scared to continue running. To all the runners what do you think of this study? http://todayhealth.today.com/_news/2012/12/03/15625246-running-farther-faster-and-longer-can-kill-you?lite
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No Mayo Chicken Salad
I am going to make this for lunch today so I will let you all know how it comes out. Chicken Breast Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt Dijon Mustard Chopped celery Red grapes in halves Almonds I have no measurements kind of doing it by sight and seasoning but i got the recipe from this site
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Foods you Hate Growing Up
What food/s did you hate as a kid that you still absolutely hate as an adult? Mine is Mac-N-Cheese!!! Couldn't stand it as a kid and still hate it!!! It makes me throw up everytime!!! :sick:
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Summer Is Kicking My Butt
I figure i would confess this in hopes that it will help me get back on track! My hubby and I have really been enjoying the summer weather but in enjoying the weather I have gained 10 lbs!!! I feel so ashamed of myself and really really pissed!!!! I've been keeping up with my exercise and I haven't been getting on the…
