-
Desk exercise pedaler
I work at an office and sit all day so was thinking of getting a desk pedaler to keep active. Any recommendation of which brand to get? Has anyone else used these?
-
Overeating
How do you stop over eating? What helps you manage it? I'm a stress eater and even a bored eater. It's awful! How do I get past this crazy habit?
-
Chris Powell Carb Cycling
I got Chris' book a while ago and am aware of his calorie goes for women. I'm just curious about actual carb numbers since I logt on MFP. What numbers does anyone uses for a guideline on high carb/low carb days?
-
Haf Marathon -- dealing with soreness
I am running/walking my 2nd half marathon this weekend. Last year I dealt with tons of soreness (which was to be expected), but the pain was pretty bad. Any tips on how to deal with muscle soreness after the big race?
-
Is there a way to edit sodium/fat/carbs and so on on MFP
Is there a way you can edit these counts to what you want to consume a day? For instance I do not want to consume 2500 mg of sodium, I want to edit the number to something less. Is this something we can do in a setting change somewhere?
-
What are some good snacks for curbing hunger?
What are some good snacks to bring to work to snack on throughout the day that will curb my hunger and also be good for me? It's hard with all the temptations of "junk around" like candy, covered pretzels and other things not all that good.
-
Carb Cycling
I was wondering if anyone has tried this and what kind of results you had. I recently purchased Chris Powell's first book on this "Choose to Lose" and I understand the concept and the calorie goals, but what kind of numbers are we looking at for high carb days and low carb days. How much should be aimed at without going…
-
Help me get back on track
I have done so great and it took me a long time to get where I am today, but lately I am going backwards. Need more pals to push me along! If you fit the bill, send me a request!
-
I have fabulous friends, now I want some more!
I still have those tough 10 left to get off and I kinda like it around here. Feel free to add me. :)
-
Plateau getting me down
For the last several weeks I have been at a major plateau. Going up and down between 1-3 lbs. Not losing more! I need to lose about another 10 lbs or so to get to my goal and it is soooo hard. I have been eating 1200 calories for the last 5 1/2 months. I work out at the very least 5 times a week, but have a desk job.I was…
-
I need some new buddies
I have been here for a while, but am looking for new pals. :) I have lost just under 40 lbs and have about 13 or so to go. Looking for people to motivate and to also motivate me! I have some friends on my list who do not interact at all, so looking for people who do!
-
What is your NSV?
I know a lot of us are obsessed with getting down to that final number, but what have been your non-scale victories? I had one this weekend. I bought a beautiful shirt 7 years ago. it ran kind of small and I never wore it because it was tight in the arms and it was not comfortable. I kept it anyway with the hope that one…
-
Best Heart Rate Monitor to buy
I am looking into getting a heart rate monitor. Which brands have you tried and with what kind of results. Thanks!
-
Didn't think they would fit, but....
so I absolutely hate shopping for jeans. They never fit right...too long, waist too big, hips to small and so forth. Today I went shopping with a relative and got talked into trying on pants. Really didn't know what size I was...haven't bought jeans in over a year. I said get a 7/8. My relative says I think those look…
-
English muffins
i recently started eating these for breakfast with strawberry jam. Getting bored with it though! What are some other yummy things to eat with them or fun recipes?
-
I do not want to workout. :(
It's Friday afternoon and I brought my gym clothes to work with great intentions. I feel sleepy though and would love nothing more than to go home after the day is over. Is there any reason i should go workout today? :/
-
Compliments on your weight loss journey
Even if you aren't at your goal yet, I think it is so encouraging when someone notices all of the hard work you have put into this journey. Whether if they say you look great or admire your dedication to lifestyle change. It really motivates me! What is the best compliment you have received since losing weight?
-
The last 10 lbs
I've getting to the last 10 and it is getting hard for anything to come off! What is good for getting things to move at a quicker pace towards the finish line?!
-
Better options when I want a frozen coffee drink?
So McDonald's came out with the Frappe Chocolate Chip and I find myself having a few every week. It has got to stop! Today one of my coworker's came to work with one and I was overcome by the urge to go get one at lunch. I did got to McDonald's, but I didn't get one.. I got an iced vanilla latte instead. This had much…
-
Applebee's
Taking a friend out for her birthday at Applebee's. Suggestions on what to eat that won't blow me over my calorie range? I hate eating at restaurant chains that don't have many healthy options!!
-
Healthy Mexican Food eating
If you are going out for Mexican food, what makes your meal healthier or what do you order that is more reasonable in calories, fat, carbs and so forth?
-
Good sources of protein if you can't eat meat
Looking to add more protein to my diet, but I can not eat most red meats. What are good sources that you use? Any supplements?
-
How do you bust a plateau?
I am so close to reaching my goal. I am about 10 to 15 lbs away and now my weight is stuck...again. Any suggestions for getting past plateau? I increased my calories and that helped me shed about 3 or 4 lbs a few weeks ago, but now I'm stuck again. :( Help!
-
Healthy options at Perkin's for breakfast
A friend is taking me to breakfast for my birthday at Perkins tomorrow. Everything on their menu looks bad! What are some healthy options for me?
-
Short hairstyles?
I have almost lost 30 lbs and am looking to cut my hair in a cute short cut now that my face is thinner. Looking for some suggestions or pictures. If you have short hair, I'd love to see it!
-
Cancelled my WW subscription today
Officially cancelled WW today. Love MFP much more! So much easier to track things with a bigger database, better mobile ap, and great community! I feel free!:bigsmile:
-
Taco Johns for Lunch
Have to eat at Taco John's for lunch today. Don't want to overdo it though! what do you think is my best option?
-
How Important is Water to weight loss?
I exercise and I eat within my calorie ranges most days, but i SUCK at the whole water drinking thing. Just how important is it to lose weight? Is this why I seem to plateau?
-
Cut my hair or no?
Here is the haircut I just got a few weeks ago. Been growing my hair out for 2 years, but now I think I want a shorter do again! I have thick naturally curly/wavy hair and it is falling out cause it is so thick and I look like a poofball! In this picture it was flat ironed, but I hate having to do that everyday! Cut short?…
