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Exercise and Beverages
Hey All, this is quite possibly a dumb question, but I am a bit overwhelmed with the different types of pre-workout, protein shakes, hydration drinks, etc. and when to take them. Here has been my routine recently: 1. Pre-Workout 2. Exercise 3. Hydration (LMNT packet in water during exercise or during breaks) 4. Protein…
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Non or Low-Caffeine Preworkout
Does anyone have any recommendations for a non-caffeinated or low caffeinated preworkout? Long story short, I recently tried a pre-workout powder that has 180 mg of caffeine. I'm currently on medication where I need to watch my caffeine intake, so I have only taken a half-scoop instead. It tastes like garbage, but it…
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What Are You Currently Reading?
I am trying to get into reading daily and am having a hard time finding books I want to read! I wanted to start a thread like this just to see what others are reading. Books, magazines, newspapers, articles - whatever it is, feel free to share! Bonus points for cover photos! FINISHED READING Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and…
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Quinoa & Bulgur
I have recently started running low on my large bag of quinoa (I'm a fairly new consumer of this) so I have been looking into buying more. Unfortunately, the brand I originally purchased is no longer available to me. I started researching and reading reviews on Amazon as a starting point and am having difficulties finding…
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Travel Scale Recommendations
I am planning on doing a decent amount of traveling this year and have been looking into purchasing a travel sized scale that can fit in my luggage when flying. I enjoy seeing the data and overall trends of my weight fluctuations, so I don't want to stop weighing myself each morning just because I am not at home. Does…
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Posting Images on News Feed
Hello All, I have a friend who is able to post screenshots, etc. on his MFP news feed. I have not found an option to do this. All I have found is posting before and after photos on your weight journey. Any ideas? Also, feel free to add me as a friend. I have kept my friends list relatively small, but I do enjoy reading how…
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Looking For Egg Bake Recipes
Hi All, I am looking for some egg bake recipes that are high protein/low calorie. I've Googled a few, but am interested if any members here have any that they enjoy. I have never made anything like this, but I assume it is an easy way to meal prep breakfast for the week. Thanks!
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Smaller Sized Coffee Creamers
Anyone know of any lower calorie coffee creamers that come in smaller sizes? I don't drink coffee everyday, so my creamer often goes bad before I can finish it all (24 oz!). I feel like I'm wasting a lot of money buying the Chobani coffee creamer, but it is so good and fits within my calories for the day. I've tried using…
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Virtual Charity Walk/Run
Does anyone know of any good virtual charity run/walks in the next few weeks? I would like to participate in one but I would like to make sure that a good portion of my registration amount actually goes to the organization they are supporting. :)
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FitBit Versa 3
Has anyone here picked up the Versa 3? I ordered mine last week and I was reading reviews as it hasn't shipped yet and reviews are looking kinda rough... Just wondering if anyone has any input here? Slightly debating cancelling my order which is a bit discouraging.
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Mindfulness Book Recommendations?
Hi All, I am hoping to get into a new routine this summer and am wanting to utilize reading while I am out hiking. I am interested in finding books that are thought provoking. My goal is to go for a hike, take a break to read for a bit, and enjoy nature and think about what I just read and then continue my hike. I figured…
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Ninja DualBrew Coffee System
Not sure if this is the correct forum for this, but I figured it is somewhat food related! I recently purchased the Ninja CFP201 coffee system (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QZXFSKP?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details). Does anyone else have this system and have a recommended cup/thermos/etc for iced coffee? The one I…
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Peloton Bike/Tread
Hey All, I am starting to get ready to purchase my first set of in-home equipment and am very indecisive. I am leaning towards Peloton; however, am not opposed to other brands. I am hoping to purchase either a treadmill or a bike. For those that own a treadmill or bike, do you have any advice of what to look for? What…
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Unique Chicken Wings Recipe
So my neighbors and I are having a chicken wing cookoff this weekend and I like to have recipes that are different. I was thinking of trying to put together a peanut butter jalapeno sauce for my wings, but I was curious if anyone here has any suggestions of other things to try.
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Avocado Toast
So I've recently gotten into avocado toast and I am curious how others make theirs. For now, I just bought some guacamole that is in a bottle that prevents it from going bad so quickly. I add a bit of the guac and an egg and some garlic seasoning and I'm good to go! Do you slice or mash avocados? Do you prefer quacamole?…
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Apple Juice
Anyone have any recommendations for a sugar free/low sugar apple juice or water enhancer? I'm hesitant about the water enhancers because I feel like it won't taste the same as apple juice, but one of my friends said there was a Great Value one that was sugar free and tasted great. I can't seem to find it anywhere, so I am…
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Easy Ideas to "Spruce Up" Tuna?
So I bought some tuna and mayo with some pita bread to have as an easy meal that's not too high in calories, but now it just sounds bland and I'm not in the mood for it. I was thinking of going back to the store and buying some chipotle mayo or something to give it a little more flavor but I'm also curious on what you guys…
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How Do You Handle Businesses Without Nutritional Info Readily Available?
I recently ordered a coffee and a small breakfast from Door Dash from a local coffee shop here and found that they don't have nutritional information available on their website. While it isn't going to "break the bank" or anything calorie wise, I still like logging my foods. This is a locally owned business so I'm not…
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Workout Mats?
Anyone have any recommendations on floor mats for working out? I need something somewhat long since I am on the tall side. I know there are ones you can piece together like a puzzle and ones that rollout, but just curious if others had suggestions. Quality, feel, etc.
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Canned Soup
So we are getting into "soup season" here in Minnesota and sometimes I like to just have a quick can of soup when I don't have time to make homemade. Has anyone found any that are "decent" in calories and sodium? I was reading some of the nutrition facts on some of the cans and found some that I find better than others,…
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Quinoa!
I've recently rediscovered my appreciation for quinoa! I made a large meal with quinoa, ground chicken, chili powder, cumin, black beans, diced tomatoes, jalapenos, enchilada sauce, cheese and corn. I even added some greek yogurt by accident because I was trying to multi-task too much. It's so filling and each serving…
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Fitbit App Stuck On Dominant Wrist?
Anyone else like to swap the wrist you wear your Fitbit on every 1-2 days? I like to swap mine and I make sure I change the setting in the Fitbit app to correspond with which wrist I have it on. Recently my app just keeps switching it back to "Dominant." Anyone else experience this?
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Broccoli Salad
I have been having a very strong craving for broccoli sunflower salad lately (recipe for reference: https://belleofthekitchen.com/skinny-broccoli-salad/) Just curious if anyone has any suggestions on different ways to prep it? I'm trying to keep it low calorie, but I'm also not super worried as it lower than some other…
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First Time 5K-er
So I am debating on participating in a 5K soon. I have never done one, and I know I can participate as long as it is a walk/run/etc. I am not a runner, but I can definitely participate if it is walking. Any tips for a first timer? I am looking into making a trip out of it...traveling to another state, finding some other…
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Incorporating Chia Seeds
I recently started trying to add chia seeds to my diet. So far I have added them to yogurt, cottage cheese and added it to mayo to spread on the inside of a wrap. I was doing some reading on it and it sounds like I should be letting the chia seeds sit after mixing it into things for a while before eating it, otherwise it…
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Tomato and Cucumber Ideas
I noticed my local grocery store has tomatoes and cucumbers on sale this week, and it got me thinking about ideas to have a nice low calorie snack with them. I was thinking about topping them with some dill seasoning or adding them to cottage cheese. Any other ideas? I'm curious what others like to do.
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Cutting Calories In Mac & Cheese (Nutritional Yeast?)
So I've had a craving for mac and cheese that is just not going away. I've found this product which wasn't bad, but I'd like to find something a bit more cost effective. I'm not vegan, but I was thinking about trying to make something with chickpea noodles and nutritional yeast to cut back on the calories. Anyone have any…
