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Cycle 3 Irises
Congrats to our Autumn Brides! You're going to be a Mrs. in less than 6 months! How exciting! You must be crazy busy getting your ducks in a row and now that MFP Brides is back you'll have the camaraderie and encouragement to stay the course and hit your wedding day goal! Check in here and tell us where you're at and what…
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Cycle 3 Stargazers
Congrats to our 2014 Brides! It may seem like a long way off still, but 2014 begins in about 6 months! MFP Brides is back and ready to help you reevaluate your wedding day goals and get on track to knock them out of the park! Check in here and tell us where you're at and what your goals are now that you've got the planning…
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Cycle 3 Delphiniums
Congrats to our newlyweds! I don't know about you all, but coming back from the honeymoon makes me feel like I'm back in college again. I guess they weren't kidding about the Freshman or Newlywed 15 :-/ ........Well, the good news is that MFP Brides is back and ready to help all of us get back on track toward our goal of…
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MFP Brides - Cycle 3
MFP Brides is open again for new brides (recent newlyweds and former members of the Delphiniums are welcome!!) for our third cycle. This will be the traditional 12 week challenge, for those who have participated in the past. We start this weekend, so add yourself to the group and PM me with your starting and goal weight so…
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Newlyweds Stories (show us the pics!!!)
So, you've said "I do" but we want to hear the story and see the pics! Put them here!!!
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Cycle 3 Kick-off
1. Basics. Everyone must weigh in on the same scale each week (your scale at home or at the gym or at the doctor, whatever) as close to the same time of day (for you) each week. Try to wear the same weight of clothing (e.g., if you wear shoes for your first weigh in, wear them at each subsequent weigh ins). This keeps…
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Cycle 3 Daffodils
Congrats to our Summer Brides! Are you all excited? Your weddings are happening now or very soon! How exciting!!! And MFP Brides is back in time to help propel you to that goal weight in the final weeks leading up to your wedding! Check in here and tell us where you're at and what your goals are now that you're in the…
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Cycle 3 Black-Eyed Susans
Hello, ladies! I don't know how many of you are still TBD for a wedding date, so we may not have a Black-Eyed Susan Team this go-around! If you've set your date, please feel free to add into the appropriate group (Daffodils/Irises/Stargazers). Otherwise, let's see how many of you are still here! Check in here and tell us…
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*NEW TEAM DAFFODIL (JuneJulyAug 2013 Brides :)
Good evening ladies! Thanks to the Summer brides for being so flexible during our first week and for coming together as Daffodils :) In case you want the comprehensive participant list for your group, I've pasted it below. Please let me know if you need anything at all! ~E Cappa124 (Catherine) rock_kowgurl (Kelly)…
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Team Iris (SeptOctNovDec 2013 Brides! :)
Congrats Team Iris! You all seem to have similar ideas of why you are here – for inspiration to work steadily toward your goals. A common vision is important, so I’m looking forward to seeing how you approach the competition as a group. In case you are interested, “[t]he iris is an astoundingly intense addition to any…
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12 Week Challenge Results
FINALLY, ladies! Here is your LONG AWAITED results posting (thanks for your patience) :) Thanks for hanging in there for 12 weeks, through all of the ups and downs. Weddings, weight, work - and still wonderful us! I know it hasn't been easy for me to stay committed to this process, but you all have challenged me every day…
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Team Stargazer (2014 Brides :)
Congrats Team Stargazer! You all tackled your first task quickly and efficiently and I can't wait to see how you approach the competition as a group. I think the 2013 brides are going to be surprised by your dedication despite having more time than the rest of us ;-) Anyhow, here's your team message area. Use it to…
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Team Black Eyed Susan (ALL TBD Brides! ;)
Congrats to the Black Eyed Susans! I think that coming up with a name is quite the accomplishment, especially given that you haven't picked your date yet :) You all have some new members today, so be sure to check the list and get acquainted with our newbies. Remember, this is your team message area. Use it to coordinate…
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*NEW TEAM DELPHINIUM (MarAprMay 2013 Brides :)
Delphiniums- Good job on Week 1! I think we can definitely win the top spot during Week 2 IF we all report in on weight and challenge numbers. I've posted the revised list of our team members. Please reach out to one another to ensure everyone gets in on Sunday :) No Bride left behind :) Sarahsarahsarahk (Sarah)…
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Ab Workouts
I haven't had time to write out my favorite ab circuit, but I saw this one posted in the discussion boards. Feel free to try it out and let me know! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWjTnBmCHTY
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Food and Nutrition
Borrowed this from the message boards as something interesting about nutrition and weight loss. The poster cited from Wikipedia, but I think that most of the information is accurate from what I've learned from other fitness professionals. I would encourage you to read it and to post other food/nutrional information you've…
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6 WK Exercise and Nutrition Challenge - starts Saturday!
MFP Brides has opened their next challenge to be more inclusive! The obvious grooms and wedding party are included, but so are friends and family who know someone getting married. Support one another as we all get ready for the big day :) We will be following a regular fitness routine and reporting our general meal plans…
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6 WK Exercise and Nutrition Challenge - starts Saturday
MFP Brides has opened their next challenge to be more inclusive! The obvious grooms and wedding party are included, but so are friends and family who know someone getting married. Support one another as we all get ready for the big day :) We will be following a regular fitness routine and reporting our general meal plans…
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Week 10 Distraction: Honeymoon
For those taking a honeymoon - where are you going?? (FYI - I'm hoping that thinking about the honeymoon will help me keep my focus on the prize (e.g., goal weight) during our Final 3 Weeks...)
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6WK Intense Brides Challenge
HI Brides. The MFP Biggest Loser Brides group is wrapping up their 12 week challenge. The next one will be shorter and more intense (fitness and nutrition components). If you're looking for a jump start on weight loss or looking to lose that last 5 lbs before the big day, this is for you! We're including grooms,…
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Brides, Grooms, and their Supporters
MFP Biggest Loser Brides is wrapping up next week and we'll be starting a second round of competition. The new challenge will be starting in the Groups section in the next few weeks and this time includes Brides, Grooms, and their supporters (family, friends, wedding attendants, etc.) This will be a change from the current…
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The Dress!
Some of you may not have embarked on the dress hunt yet, but I am really curious about everyone's dress story. For those who have your dress - stories, please!! Still hunting? Tell us what has been your experience so far and what's holding you up? Haven't started yet??? Tell us about your dream gown and where you plan to…
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Week 8 Distraction: Peignoir and Boudoir
Just wondering if anyone is planning to incorporate either of these into your wedding plans. I found a great lady for boudoir up in PA and am considering doing a custom peignoir. Thoughts??
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Getting through TOM
Hiya Ladies!!! I hope you're all doing well this morning. I was responding to another MFP friend about battling weight gain and bloating around TOM and thought I'd throw it out to the group. What do you do to manage cravings while minimizing bloat and weight gain?? I'm sure we ALL can benefit from this discussion and I…
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Week 5 Distraction: Bridesmaids
Tell us what your girls are wearing for the big day?? (OR post pics!!!)
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Who's on your "Safe List"
Through this engagement year, my relationships have changed in ways I never expected. Cullen has had a similar - perhaps MORE dramatic - experience. My younger sister, who has been married for almost 10 years, said that the same was true for her and her husband - both during that engagement year and again after the birth…
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Week 7 Distraction: Homemade Snacks without processed sugars
Hi everyone. You all have been kinda quiet and since the most successful groups (and participants) in challenges are the ones who stay engaged throughout the process, I thought I'd start another discussion about something we haven't gotten to: SNACKS! I have found that the best snacks are those that stimulate brown fat…
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Link to Tracking Sheet
Good evening, brides. Here is the link to the UPDATED spreadsheet (dated 1/29/13). Please let me know if any of the data is incorrect :) https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7Xrb1DIEEU6Umd1SHYyZ3dXaDg/edit
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Surprise! (finally :)
Good morning, Brides! No Team reported in fully yesterday. I would have actually waited until one did, but I’m heading to orthopedics to have my leg looked at and I might not be home all day. It scarcely seemed fair to make you all wait another whole day. Thanks to everyone who remembered to weigh in!!! ☺Results will post…
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Weekend Distraction: Dinner Recipes ~ 400 calories
Good afternoon, ladies! Reading through the posts here and in our newsfeeds this week, several of you have expressed interest in getting new recipes for dinner that are around 400 calories. If you have a delicious, low-fat, low cal RECIPE (not site with recipes) that you can share, that would be a great help as we go…