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No pockets?!?!
So my jogging attire doesn't have pockets. But when I go outside to workout, I HAVE to bring my phone, incase work needs to get ahold of me or incase of an emergency (God Forbid that should happen!) Anyways, I tried putting it in my sports bra (TMI maybe??) But I sweat alot for a girl, plus I don't want the phone to bounce…
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Getting Past the Soreness?
Hey all- just a general question about lifting and getting a schedule set up, but working around how sore I am! I started this past weekend, lifted on Saturday for about 45 mins. Legs (squats, lunges, etc) and arms- pushups, tri dips, chest press, and Sunday I was crazy sore. I've been neglecting the weights for almost 1…
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Frozen Chicken=High Sodium
I'm wondering if any of you can reccommend a frozen chicken breast brand that is low sodium? Goldn Plump All Natural Everyday Easy is like 425 mg of sodium for 4 oz, and so is Tyson. This kinda bothers me, and was wondering if you use other brands that aren't so high? I like the convenience of the big freezer bags, because…
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Insanity Class at the Gym
Background: I am 30 lbs overweight after having my son 1.5 yrs ago. I'm back in the cardio/weight game by going at least 3x a week 45 mins each time. I signed up for an instructor trained insanity class last week, and it kicked my butt. I feel like I am not in the shape I need to be for this workout. I was so humiliated…
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What should my *net* be?
Long story short, I lost 127 lbs, 2 yrs later got pregnant, gained 70, and now 10 months later, I still have 30 lbs to go. I've been struggling trying to determine how much to eat. 1200 seems too low, but that's how I lost most of the 127. I used MFP back then too, so I know that that works but is it the best? Back then I…
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For all the mommas: Post Baby?!?!?!
Alrighty ladies, here's the deal. I was SUPER overweight, lost 123 lbs, got pregnant, and I'm in my 8th month and 40 lbs up... I'm super worried about getting back into the routine after baby comes. What are any tips/suggestions you have? At this point, I'm not planning on a C/S unless medically necessary. I have been…
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Recipe: Spinach, Tomato and Chicken Lasagna
So I created a recipe last night out of the ingredients I had at home, and it turned out wonderful.... Just wanted to share. It made 9 pretty good sized pieces and was 299 calories per slice according to mfp recipe calculator and these mentioned ingredients... Just thought I'd share! I just want to mention that I used…
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Favorite Source of Protein
Lately for me it's been the Milk Chocolate ON Whey Powder mixed with 1 cup Almond Milk. I also love Cottage Cheese with fruit mixed in, but C.Cheese is loaded w/ Sodium. What are your go-to protein sources?
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Quick! What is it?!
Tell me your favorite work out song- whether it's for intense cardio or lifting! Ready? GO!
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Favorite Halloween Candy?
I'll admit it! I'm a little excited for halloween--- always have enjoyed seeing kiddos dressed up and LOVE handing out candy! Being a HUGE sweet addict, I enjoy a few fun sized pieces as well. That got me thinking, what's my favorite? Well, ANYTHING CHOCOLATE for sure. But it's a toss up between PB M&M's and Butterfingers!…
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Crock pot soups
I'm looking for a beef/barley soup. Perhaps even a Bean and Ham soup. All to put in my slow cooker. Any recipes you can share? Thanks!!!
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Paleo Eating- Who does it?
Reading up on this type. And it's very intriguing. I've been stuck in a food rut for several months now, and have about 25 lbs I'd still like to shed. Do you do this Paleo diet? Do you like it? Please share your thoughts about it!
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Top 3 Favorites of MFP
I love mfp, and being here, AND logging in and a part of this site for 500+ days, I really think it's a top competitor with other "Healthy Lifestyle Sites" So, tell me what are your favorite things about MFP? Mine: 1. Love that my friends hold me responsible for my actions, and are supporters and give me constructive…
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20 more lbs, but I already lost a whole person (with pics)
I'm ready. 20 - 25 ish more lbs to go. This summer has been crazy with weddings, busy weekends, and random spur of the moment trips. I have lost 125 lbs at the most, and have been fluctuating 5 lbs since April. I have a few more to go, and I WANT THIS SO BAD. I am saying to you, to all of my MFP friends, that Im wanting 15…
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I can't put pictures on my blog! HELP!
I'm using photo bucket. I uploaded them and got an IMG and HTLM code, and I know I use the lower case IMG for posts, but I just want to do it for my blog. It's not working. Which code do I use for my blog? Any specific instructions you have will help me greatly! Thanks!!!
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Raw Eating
I'm going to venture into this type of eating. Does anyone here currently eat this way? How do you like it? Any tips/pointers for a beginner? I'm hoping it will get me off my plateau and help me get the rest of these 20ish lbs off and create a new way of eating for me!
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For those who have lost alot and gotten STUCK
I put this in my news feed, but seeing as there is a LARGE community of mfp ppl, I'm putting it as a thread too. Long story short- I've been on this lifestyle change for almost 3 years now. I've seen as low as 155lbs (3-4 weeks ago) and since April I have been bouncing back and forth from 160-155, and I have been going…
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Newbie w/ Quinoa ; I Have ????'s
So I made it first time tonight. First of all, the package says to rinse it well first before you boil it? How the heck do I rinse those little things? They'll go right through my strainer, so I didn't. I tried putting them in my hand, but they stuck all over to my hand. Uff. Secondly, I boiled/simmered it for 10-15 mins,…
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Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream!!!
Saw this recipe on Hungry Girl site. I just made it, and even the hubs LOVED it! 1 frozen banana sliced 1/2 TBSP crunchy pb. (you can use creamy- but we didn't have that kind.) 1 tsp honey. Mix first two ingredients in blender until smooth consistency. Spoon into dish, drizzle 1 tsp honey on top. Holy cow! I wouldn't…
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Cupcakes, Lifesavers and Licorice!
All three are sitting in the office with me. I'm completely ignoring the chocolate cupcakes with loads of frosting (one of my favs!) and totally ignoring the licorice as well. ( I LOVE chewy candy, so I'm very proud of this as well.) I HAVE HAD TOO MANY LIFESAVERS THO! at 15 cals per piece, it's not the worse choice, but…
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Weigh less and more hungry- weird?
So I started on MFP at 232, and was happily eating 1200 cals max for the first 9 months or so. As I started getting towards 170-155(the latter is my current weight) I have been getting more hungry where 1200 cals isn't cutting it. At first I started eating back 1/2 my excersice cals, the just 2 months ago, I upped my cals…
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Favorite type of Bratwurst?
Hubby and I are grilling out tonight. He wants Johnsonville Beer Brats, and as much as I love those, I'm sure there are some smarter choices out there. Do you have a favorite bratwurst thats either low cal/low fat/low sodium that you can recommend? Thanks!
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Tell me about HIIT!
I wanna start doing HIIT more often. The only thing I've been doing is running at 5.5 for 10 mins then walking for 5. or on the elliptical, 30 seconds super fast with a high incline and then 30 seconds at a "regular" pace and incline. But I don't have alot of time this evening, (35 mins ish) and need to get a good burn in.…
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128 lbs GONE w/ Pics
Needing a little boost of motivation to get rid of these last 15 ish lbs that are getting harder and harder to get off! The weight was easier to get off in the beginning! I'm 5'6" aned 27 yrs old. I've been "living a healthier lifestyle" now for 3 years. I started at *GASP* 284 lbs, and am currently 156. Those numbers are…
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I need ideas.
For dinner! My husband LOVES carbs for dinner and meat, and I could go without meat, and I prefer not having too many carbs at night for supper. I also need it to be LOW SODIUM! So, he won't eat peppers, mushrooms, broccoli and I don't really want pasta. We've done salads, burgers, and chicken up the wazoo lately, and…
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Any Caribou Coffee Fans?
Hola mi amigos! I'm going to Caribou Coffee this afternoon with a girl friend of mine. I already browsed on thier website for nutritional information, but I don't really do Caribou that much- More of a starbucks fan. But anyways, I am not a fan of plain teas or coffee, and I think I'd like something cold. Do you have any…
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Favorite Vanilla Flavored Protien Powder
Ok, I have chocolate GNC's Amp, but #1 it was like $40 for this itty bitty bag. and #2, chocolate is hard to mix into other stuff. So I'm looking for like a vanilla type. Can you get a good type from a Wal-Mart persay? I feel like GNC is good name brand, but I'm payin' for the name. What brand do you like best for a good…
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Lost lots o' weight and got a Tummy Tuck?
I'm interested in hearing from those of you who have lost your magic number (100lbs+???) and after had so much excess skin, you decided to get your tummy fixed up. I"m 27, do not have children- but would like to. I also have bags of skin that hang off my tummy and upper inner thighs. And am seriously contemplating having…
