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Am I a good match for you? Looking for new friends. :)
Hi! My name is Ellen. I'm 47, mom of two kids, and work full time. I lost 38 pounds on MFP 2 years ago, and sadly gained 37 of it back. I'm back, ready to lose the weight and get more fit. I eat ~1500 calories a day, maybe more if I exercise. I don't 'diet' and tend not to restrict anything specific, but I try to stay away…
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Trying to renew my motivation
I joined MFP in November 2011 after visiting my cardiologist and he insisted that I drop at least 30 pounds and lower my cholesterol. Between November and May, I lost 40 pounds. Then summer happened. Vacations, activities, travelling, crazy schedules, late nights, weekends away ... I did not consistently log, and then I…
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HRM Question
I STILL haven't gone out and bought a Heart Rate Monitor, but now I want to do so. It seems that there are two types: finger sensor, or chest strap. I guess I was thinking that I'd just wear something around my wrist. What do most people use? Are the chest bands uncomfortable? Stupid question, but does it transmit through…
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Anyone NOT belong to a gym?
I don't belong to a gym, for many reasons. I used to when I was single. But now married, with two small children, and working full time (40-50 hours a week) plus a 30 min each way commute, I just don't want to spend any more time out of the house. I have an elliptical machine so I use that every morning. Who else works out…
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Do you avoid certain meals??
If you don't know the exact nutrition information, is it better to avoid it? This is mainly for dining out. I much prefer when a restaurant posts the nutritional information on their items. Some places I go don't have it. I had lunch today at one of my favorite places and got their Italian Wedding Soup. The MFP database is…
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Shop Target for jeans!!
I was shocked to walk into Target today to find that they had a whole wall full of jeans - 6 different styles, going up to 18, and they carried short, regular and LONG!!!!! I had been wearing a size 20-24 over the past several years, and now that I'm down in the 'teens' again, I'm excited for more options. I walked out of…
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Using MFP to track strength training?
I am not new to MFP, but I am new to strength training. I have done almost nothing but elliptical for several months and it's time to branch out. I tried logging the few arm/dumbell exercises that I did this morning, but the MFP application seems clumsy. When go to the database to look at a list of exercises (to try to…
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Salad Dressing ideas
I love eating salads, and I really love the taste of full flavor (and usually full fat) dressings. I've tried several store bought brands of the light stuff and I'm not a huge fan. What is your favorite kind? Or do you make your own salad dressing with fewer calories? I'd love ideas. Thanks!
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Just miserable.... ;-)
That my pants are falling off me. It's hard to walk with my hands full, as I have no means of pulling them up! My jeans officially look ridiculous on me - or so my BFF pronounced yesterday. OK, so I'm thrifty. I'm not going to run out and buy a new outfit in every size. I've lost 26 pounds now, and the jeans that were…
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What exactly is "Processed Food"?
It seems like a stupid question, but it's not that clear. OK, some things are clear. Twinkies are processed food. Raw carrots are not. I've got that part down. But what about bread? Would you call that processed? I am talking about the hearty, healthy, whole grain goodness kind of bread. Not wonder bread. What about canned…
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Fish Recipe - Yum!
Pacific Cod Fillet Steamed broccoli Brown Rice (3/4 cup serving) Salsa Well, not so much a 'recipe' as a meal plan. I use the Kirkland (Costco) Pacific Cod Fillets (I am so glad I discovered this - now I can have fish 3-4 times a week and it's so easy to thaw and cook!). Sauteed in a pan in 1tsp of olive oil, seasoned with…
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Questions about total calories and about Carbs??
I joined MFP in November. I have some questions - mainly about total calories, and about low carbs vs balanced diet. I generally subscribe to the 'Eat Less/Move More' plan - before joining, I did not exercise at all, and ate 2000 to 3000 calories a day. So I've cut out the regular indulging in the junk food and try to…
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OK, let me have it! (Critique/advice needed)
I am still relatively new at this (2+ months), and not sure if I'm completely on track. I've hit a bit of a plateau in the last few weeks. I hit the 18 pound mark just before Christmas and I've been hovering at 18-19 lbs lost since then. My goal is set for 2 lbs per week. MFP sets my calories at 1200. I try to exercise 5-6…
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Exercise Calories Burned
Help! I need advise / understanding about exercise calories burned. I am 5'10" and weigh 218 lbs. I have a Life Fitness Elliptical machine at home I have been using it steadily since joining MFP in Nov 2011. In these few months, I have increased in duration and intensity, and in calories burned. After a typical 45 minute…
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Help me spice up my BORING fish!
I buy Tilapia Loins at Costco - individually frozen in a bag. Perfect for when I need a low cal dinner (when I've had a big lunch.) Currently, I just pan fry with a bit of olive oil, salt and pepper, and throw in some sliced grape tomatoes. It's somewhat tasty, but becoming mighty boring. Any simple, but tasty ideas for…
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Can I do a Jillian Michaels workout?
I need some feedback please. I am 219 lbs, 5'10" and still have about 50 lbs to lose. I have not exercised much for the past 6 years, until 2 months ago, using the elliptical machine. As I am looking for other options, I see LOTS of comments about the 30DS and other Jillian videos. Are these only for 'athletes'? Can…
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Introduction
Hi all! I'm new here. I joined MFP back in November and have lost 18 lbs. 50 more to go. I'm 5'11 and started out at 238 lbs. I had not even really noticed that there were 'groups' to join until now, and I stumbled across this one. Hope it's OK that I've joined!
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Reached my first goal!
I joined MFP in November after a visit to the cardiologist. If I didn't lose weight and drop my LDL and raise my HDL in 3 months, he wants to put me on medication. I have set out to accomplish what he has asked. My first goal was 18 lbs (I made it low so it was achievable.) Super proud that I have reached my goal early (by…
