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Birth control and weight gain?
So I've lost 22lbs so far. However, this week I have gained back 4lbs!! I'm not close to getting my period as I just started a new pack of pills about a week ago. However, I did switch types of birth control. I had to go to a stronger dose because I was bleeding through my last week of pills. Could this be causing water…
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want to lose the last 10lbs...But I'm stuck
I started out doing MFP at 1200 calories and lost about 48lbs. I decided to up my calories 1540 and then again to 1800. I gained about 5lbs and have been stuck here for quite some time now. I work out 4-5 days a week doing cardio/strength. I 'm wondering if my body just can't handle higher calories? That being said, I…
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Organizing a Walk/Run
Has anyone ever helped set up a walk or run for a cause? I have an opportunity to do something like this and I'm just wondering if anyone has any tips or words of wisdom about getting something like this going. Mainly looking for tips on organizing one, things that are important to set up, organization needs...ect? Thanks!
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39lbs Lost, 10 more to go...PICS :)
I'm 5'0 I've been doing this journey since November 1, 2011. I'm so close to my goal and in the last 5lbs of loss I've been able to really see my body tone up. I went from a size 16 to a size 9. I'm hoping to lose 10 more pounds but honestly would be happy with my current weight if I continue to tone my muscles. I eat 1305…
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Runners!!
How do I improve my time? I've been running about every other day and I feel like lately I just can't run any faster than an 11 minute mile. Is there a certain way to train to get faster? I just ran my first 7K last week and I really want to do a 10K this fall but I'd love to improve my time to a 10 minute mile if…
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Why are my calorie burns so low?
I feel like I STRUGGLE to burn 400 calories in 1 hour. And all my MFP friends are burning 600+ calories in that time? My heart rate is generally in the 155-168 range... I weigh 146 right now (down 34lbs)...anyone know how I can get my burns higher? I just don't think I can get my heart-rate higher and work out for the same…
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RMR and loosing weight
so I did the new leaf testing at the YMCA..my RMR ( resting metabolic rate) is 1305. A trainer told me to stop eating 1200 cals and never eat below 1305. He also said to eat back all exercise calories...my question if I do all of this, how will I loose the remaining 20lbs...is there still a deficit built in my day ??
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New Leaf Testing at YMCA?
I'm curious if anyone has done it? What your thoughts were on the results and what the trainer said for you to do? I did the testing today and I felt the trainer was pretty vague about how I should change up my routine, other than instead of eating 1200 calories as a base I should eat 1305 as that what my RMR is. I asked…
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33lbs gone, pics inside...second time trying this :)
So I still have about 20lbs to go but I'm definitely feeling great these days. The last 20lbs I know are going to come off much slower but I'm willing to stick it out! I'm 5 feet tall :)
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33lbs gone, pics inside :)
So I still have about 20lbs to go but I'm definitely feeling great these days. The last 20lbs I know are going to come off much slower but I'm willing to stick it out!
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How many Calories to eat?
so I've lost 31lbs, and eventually I "hopefully" reach my goal weight in a few more months. So my question is, once I reach goal do i stick with 1200 calories, or do I go up to 1500 or more? And if I do that, won't I just start to gain weight back because I'd be eating 300+ more calories per day? I've also feel like I've…
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Shin Pain..doctor?
I've been working out 6 days a week for about 5 weeks now and I thought my shins would be strengthened by now. I typically do step class tue/thurs/sat and jog/elliptical/weights on mon/wed/sun. Today in step class i was literally in tears because my shins were hurting so bad. I rested for a bit and tried to do low impact…
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Can "good" carbs even keep the weight on?
So I've obviously changed my carbs to all good ones, whole wheat, sweet potatoes, brown rice...ect And I measure properly but I'm wondering if my body just HOLDS on to carbs. Is there a way to get through this, or do I just need to lay off the carbs period? Thoughts, anyone?
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cooking GOOD long grain brown rice?
So when I make brown rice it's SOOO starchy and gooey after the 50 minutes of cooking. Any tips to getting nice fluffy brown rice?
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Burning Calories questions
So I have a HRM (polar FT60). When I first started doing the elliptical machine I could only burn about 400 calories in 60 minutes, then I worked my way up to 600 calories in 60 minutes. Now the last few times I've worked out, I've kept my heart rate where I did before and am loosing calories for burn, less than 500 now.…
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Do you eat exercise calories?
Accordion to MFP I can only eat 1200 calories a day to loose 1.6 pounds per week. I have about 50lbs to loose so I am surprised at how low my calorie count is, but I digress. I typically work out 6-7 days a week. I'm wondering if I should be eating my exercise calories? I feel hungrier on those days but lately my weight…
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Anyone have an awesome salad recipe for Thanksgiving?
I want to bring a healthy option for me but still keep it tasty for others in the family too, if you have ideas please post!...thanks everyone!
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database?
I've seen people mention a database of recipe's...how do I find that database on here..sorry I'm new :)
