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outdoor exercise and mosquitos
Does anyone use a really good insect repellent that doesn't make them feel slimy when they exercise outside? Sweat is gonna happen, but I'd rather not be eaten alive by bugs. I am covered in bites after my walk/jog tonight...
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choco peanut butter/PB2 "cheesecake" chia mousse stuff
So my doctor told me that due the my PCOS/insulin resistance, I realllly need to be even more careful with my carbs. I've been doing okay, but got a craving today. I managed to hold off until after dinner. And it was fantastic! 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (I use the Complete Nutrition…
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bloody mary goodness with less calories
As summer approaches, and the school year is over and I don't have to get up at 5am to get to school/work early...I really want to indulge in the occasional Blood Mary. But I never realized how many calories are in just the vodka! Any recommendations on vodka or tomato juice? I could make it a virgin, but thats no fun!…
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Weird Craving - Happenend Last Time and Now Again...
I was wondering if anyone else had the same thing happen to them.... Last year, the first time around on MFP, I started walking more. I walked as often as I could get it in. (I am a teacher involved in EVERYTHING on top of regular teaching...) After a while, I got this weird feeling that I never had before. "Hmmm, I think…
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Goal #1 Reached!!! A a few NSV's as well! PICS
So I am one of those MFPers (ha ha, pee'ers!) who weighs themselv every morning. It keeps me on track during they day thinking about that number... This morning I got on the scale and promptly threw my arms up in delight! I have officially hit my first goal! I have 15 to 20 pounds left to go before I am considered a…
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Specific FitBit Quesion and looking to purchase...
I *think* I want to purchase a fit bit or something like that. Keeping track over EVERYTHING sounds really cool, but in reality, I would like to calculate specific calories burned for a specific workout and then enter that. Is this something FitBit can do? Any ideas or suggestions? I do not want a heart rate monitor only.…
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funky but good...chia seed/protein powder "pudding"
So I got creative....I saw how some people made a "pudding' with chia seeds...I combined one tablespoon chia seeds with about 1/2 cup of unsweetened vanilla almond milk. Then I added one scoop of protein shake powder (I used Complete Nutrition Vanilla). Its not bad, under 200 calories, and has lots of protein and fiber! It…
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Teacher NSV
So...I think I had a major NSV today. I teach middle school students. I love them, but their brains are still developing and it is sometimes hard for them to notice anything but themselves...especially boys...in 8th grade... Well today, one particular young man (who is a sweetheart but would leave his head behind in each…
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No resolutions for me!
I am so excited to start this new year off without a new years resolution...I started that back in September! I didn't gain any weight over the holidays, just maintained. I am only 10 pounds away from my first goal! It makes me feel good that people notice the changes in me, and not just the outward appearance. They tell…
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Teachers - What do you do?
If you are a teacher or are in a similar profession, how do you find the time for yourself? I cannot seem to make time to exercise lately, let alone really take the time to make really good and good for me meals. I'm doing okay on both of these, but its just okay. I also only get a 20 minute lunch by the time I get to the…
