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500 deficit a day for 30 days
30 x 500 = 15,000 deficit goal = 4.5 pounds lost (hopefully) May 31-June 1
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HRM - to get epulse2 or not.... that is the question!
Hi MFPers!! I have been going back and forth trying to decide on an HRM/calorie counter for the longest time (because it's not just a small investment) I thought about going down the road of getting a BodyBugg or Body Media Fit since they calculate your sleep/sitting calorie burn, but the monthly subscription added fee…
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Injuries that Stall Weight loss... Thoughts?
Hi all! For the past 10 years or so, I have had lower back issues. Usually it will be extremely acute, my back will "go out" and I have to take weeks to recoup and then I slowly, but surely get back to a normal state and then a year or two go by and BOOM back to square one! After multiple opinions/tests it's been concluded…
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A fun way to motivate!
I found this on Pinterest and I think it's a great way to physically remind yourself of your goals! :)
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4 Hour Body by Timothy Ferriss
Hi MFPs! I had a session with my Personal Trainer yesterday and we were discussing different techniques and what not and the book "The 4-Hour Body" by Timothy Ferriss came up. He mentioned that I should read it to see his take on weight loss/nutrition. So, I went to the bookstore yesterday and skimmed it (or rather stayed…
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The 4-Hr. Body - Thoughts?
Hi MFPs! I had a session with my Personal Trainer yesterday and we were discussing different techniques and what not and the book "The 4-Hour Body" by Timothy Ferriss came up. He mentioned that I should read it to see his take on weight loss/nutrition. So, I went to the bookstore yesterday and skimmed it (or rather stayed…
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Neti Pot or Not? (Haha. I kill myself w/ hilarity)
So, I'm trying different things to clear away my cold as soon as possible. My cousin has used the neti pot/ told me about it (which literally a small pot you fill with a solution + water and you drain your nasal cavity) <- I know, sounds gross, but I can't think of a less descriptive way to describe it. Anywho, I just got…
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How do you handle being sick/staying on track?
I need to vent MFPers.... (isn't that part of what these boards are for?! haha) I've been sick since the day after Thanksgiving. I was doing so well, planning for food/exercising regularly, etc and then... dun, dun, dun.... I got sick. I went to the Dr. right away was given antibiotics, but I've been fluctuating up and…
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Let's give this a go... HOT TOPICS :)
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Some fit-spiration...
I've gone up and down, struggled here and there and these words of inspiration have added a little extra pep to my step when I'm not feeling so hot about my weight loss journey. Patience can make all the difference... Patience. Let's be realistic here. You won't lose fifty pounds in one month. You're going to binge every…
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Lifestyle is a changin'
I've always known that making healthy eating/active choices is a lifestyle change. I know that it also means you have to change your mindset during that process to really make your habits stick. With that said, tonight I came to the realization that the lifestyle change really comes into action when you are faced with…
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Need a little motivational boost?
"Today I want you to ask yourself this one question. 'Why not you?' Why not you to do something for work that you love? Why not you to have a healthy body? Why not you to have a healthy love? Why not you to be, have, or do anything you have ever dreamed? We are so quick to think others are deserving over ourselves. The…
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Alone, Shamone. I'm all about Support!
Exactly what my subject says! I need to vent a little MFPers... Some people use this site to keep themselves accountable to themselves, but I think a huge key to success is support and motivation from like-minded people (i.e. the MFP community!) It has really helped me push through hard times knowing there are people…
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Ok MFPers, give me the 411 on your HRM hates/faves! :)
Okay, I have posted this a few times, but I'm still unsure... I want to get a really good HRM with pretty accurate calorie counting (no chest straps please!) I've heard good things about the ePulse2, Polar watches, Body Media Fit, BodyBugg, and a few others, but I'm still stuck - there are too many to choose from! I've…
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Calorie question for any and all who want to answer!
I absolutely love love love the barcode option on the MFP app. it makes it super easy to count and adjust without having to spend hours upon hours on it. My only issue is the unexpected mystery calories, i.e. social situations/eating out/etc. I know to make healthy choices and I know I can generalize what I'm eating by…
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Back and ready to find other MFP friends to swap accountabil
I've been on and off of here for the past couple of months. Struggling a bit in life, but deciding not to allow that to hinder my weight loss goals or healthy lifestyle. Stress and obstacles will always rear their ugly heads, but it's how you handle yourself and the decisions you make in the process that define you and…
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How do you get out of your rut?!
We all have had those days where we lose motivation or give in to a craving or skip exercise for whatever reason. I'm in one of those "ruts" - the "I-know-what-I-should-be-doing-but-I'm-still-not-doing-it-what's-wrong-with-me-I-need-motivation-and-support RUTS." So, I figured I'd come on here and see what kind of…
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Calorie Counters - to buy or not to buy?
Hi all! This is actually my first time posting - wha-hoo! I've been on a weightloss journey for awhile and I've totally encompassed that it's all about calories in/calories out and a lot of hard work and motivation. Nothing else with stick. With that said, I have been enquiring about some tools to help move the process…
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New and Improved Me (And you!) - Let's do this together! :)
Hi all! I am new to MFP and super excited to see that there is a very active community on these messages boards. I have been on a weight loss journey for a loooong while and I'm ready for it to stick and become my lifestyle. I was really getting into heavy exercise and counting calories for awhile, but during June-Aug '11…
