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Exercising on beta blockers
Hi all, haven't posted on any boards in several years! After spending the last 2 years suffering with increasing chest pain and in the last 6 months palpitations, no tests have yet determined the cause. My family doc has put me on a low dose of beta blockers to help with the symptoms while we await further tests and…
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Mom with limited time
Hi folks, I have a lot of weight to lose (my BMI is in the obese category, almost in the morbidly obese category) and I'm looking to add some exercise to my routine. I work full time, have a long commute to and from work and a busy toddler so time is of the essence. My fitness level being what it is, and my time being…
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Salt or carbs?
Trying something different this time... I know when I go hardcore at the beginning of a new 'diet'/lifestyle change I always end up failing. So I'm doing something different this time...can't hurt! I plan to make 1 significant change at a time. Once that becomes part of my routine (after a couple of weeks, give or take) I…
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Pregnant friends?
Hi all - wondering if any MFP peeps are pregnant and looking for some company as we track our calories and nutrition during this important time? I want to make sure I am getting as close to 100% of my vitamins/minerals etc. as possible and slowly increasing my calories from one trimester to the next to gain the appropriate…
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Fighting carb cravings
I always find it so hard to resist the urge for salty, carb-rich food. Like bagels with cream cheese, breakfast sandwiches, etc. I am still in the early stages of working out (progressing each week!) so my workouts often don't allow enough extra calories for me to indulge in a 300 + calorie craving. Any suggestions?
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Just got engaged!
Hi everyone, Got engaged recently and looking for advice from other recent 'brides to be' who had significant weight they wanted to lose before their wedding. I'd like to lose at least 40lbs (ideally 60 but 40 is my minimum). I'm looking into getting a personal trainer, at least for the first month or two to get me into a…
