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Medical Transcriptionist
Does anyone do this for a living? I normally work a part time job, although I have been laid off and on unemployment since March. I know that I am going back in June. But I was think as a supplement and to help us (my DH has been laid off too) get on our feet, I could look into doing this. From what I here, it's good for…
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Eat Clean Diet-Hearty White Bean Chili
Ingredients 1 lb. Dry great northern beans or white kidney beans, rinsed and picked over 4 C. Low-Sodium chicken broth 2 C. Yellow onions chopped 3 Large garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp. Cumin 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. dried ground coriander 1/8 tsp. ground cloves 1 (4 oz.) can of green chlies 2 lbs. boneless, skinless…
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Dinner Recipes
Here are some dinner recipes I ran across. Just thought I'd share... Chili Roasted Salmon with Cilantro Cream Makes: 4 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice 4 garlic cloves, smashed 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin 3 teaspoons…
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Triathlon Strength Training
I just started training for my first Triathlon. I am a beginner in all three sports, but I think I can do this. Anyways, I was just wondering if I should add strength training to my routine & what exercises would you recommend?
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Complete Nutrition Supplements
This store recently came to our area and I keep hearing commercials for it. Have you tried any of their products for weight loss or performance? I know there is no miracle diet pill, but I've heard of supplements helping when combined with exercise & healthy diet...just curious...
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Running Shoes for Beginner
I am desperate need of new running shoes. I am a newbie at running. I only go for about 20 min (5 min warm up, cool down & 10 min of actual running) and I only go about 4 mph. But it's a start. What shoes would you recommend?
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Gas Prices!
So yesterday in Northern Indiana gas hit $4.17/gallon! I think I will have to start riding my bike to work, it's like 6 miles. I guess that would guarantee I get my exercise in. What are you going to do to try to offset gas prices in your area?
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P90X Yoga X
I can't find my Yoga X DVD...I obviously haven't done it in a while! Can I do Core Synergistics? I haven't watched it, have no idea what it is. i was just curious.
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Beginners doing P90X...
Do you do anything else as far as exercise, like walking, etc. I just wondered I am a beginner & don't want to overdue it, but this weekend I knew it would be hard to eat within my calories because of gatherings I was going to and I thought about doing other exercise besides the P90X DVD for the day. Just wanting to get…
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Best Alarm APP for Droid
Last night I downloaded Alarm Clock Xtreme Free on my Droid Eris. There are so many options to help you get your butt out of bed. I recorded my own voice telling me to get up because I would feel so much better if I started my day right, etc. It worked & I got up at 4:30am and started P90X (again).
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Overcoming emotional eating...
have you done it & how?
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The Shrink Yourself Book by Dr. Roger Gould
This book is about overcoming emotional eating. Has anyone read it, what are your thoughts?
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Hypothyroidism and Success
I am struggling with getting an accurate view of how my Thyroid affects my energy level to exercise and the affect it has on my weight loss. I want to be realistic about how it affects my physical health and weight loss, but don't want to make excuses. I think I set high expectations for my fitness goals, like doing P90X…
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Winning by Losing-Jillian Michaels
Has anyone read this? If so, what are your thoughts?
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Nook Color & Exercise
I just recently purchased a Nook Color from Barnes & Noble. I would like to try to read while walking on the treadmill or bike (on a trainer). Any ideas how I can "attach" it to the treadmill or bike?
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Moo Shu Vegetables
Moo Shu Vegetables Servings: 4 servings, about 1 1/4 cups each Prep: 20 mins Total: 20 mins Ingredients 3 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, divided 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 12-ounce bag shredded mixed vegetables, such as "rainbow salad" or "broccoli slaw" 2 cups…
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Searching for WW Fiber Muffin Recipe
Years (approx. 7) ago, I had a Weight Watchers recipe for fiber muffins. It was a big batch & all I can remember is that they used buttermilk & fiber one cereal. Does anyone know what I'm talking about? If you have it, can you post it? THANKS!
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Chocolate Crunch
Chocolate Crunch 4 servings, about 3/4 cup each | Active Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Ingredients * 1 cup Wheat Chex cereal, (2 ounces) * 1 cup pretzel sticks broken in half, (2 ounces) * 1/4 cup salted roasted almonds, (2 1/2 ounces) * 3 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips, melted (see Tip) Preparation 1.…
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Dinner Salad Ideas
Loaded Spinach Salad 2 servings, about 4 cups each | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients * 8 large eggs * 6 cups baby spinach * 4 tablespoons Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing, divided (recipe follows) * 1 8-ounce can beets, rinsed and sliced * 1 cup carrots, shredded * 2 tablespoons chopped pecans,…
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Slow Cooker Southwestern Three-Bean & Barley Soup
Southwestern Three-Bean & Barley Soup 6 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each | Active Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 1/4 hours Ingredients * 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil * 1 large onion, diced * 1 large stalk celery, diced * 1 large carrot, diced * 9 cups water * 4 cups (32-ounce carton) reduced-sodium chicken broth,…
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Make Ahead Lunch Salads
Southwestern Corn & Black Bean Salad 4 servings, 2 cups each | Active Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients * 3 large ears of corn, husked * 1/3 cup pine nuts * 1/4 cup lime juice * 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil * 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro * 1/2 teaspoon salt * Freshly ground pepper, to taste *…
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Homemade Snacks Under 100 Calories
Chunky Peach Popsicles (12 Servings) Ingredients 1 1/4 pounds ripe peaches, (3-4 medium), halved and pitted Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup sugar, or to taste 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions 1. Coarsely chop peaches in a food processor. Transfer 1 cup of the chunky peaches to a medium…
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Sweet Snacks Under 200 Calories
Fat Free Pudding w/ 3 Tbs. Sliced Almonds: 192 Cal Sliced Pear w/ 1 Tbs. Almond Butter: 197 Cal 1 C. halved red grapes topped with up to 4 tsp. honey: 205 Cal Red Vines Sugar Free Black Licorice 5oz. bag: 90 Cal. 3 pcs. Hershey Extra Dark Chocolate & Light String Cheese: 185 Cal Sliced Whole Peach drizzled w/ 1 Tbsp. Agave…
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Slow Cooked Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice
Made this yesterday for dinner. It's so easy and pretty tasty.Slow Cooked Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice (8 Servings) 2 cans (10 3/4 ounces each) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free) 1 1/2 cups water 4 large carrots, thickly sliced (about 3 cups) 1 package (6 ounces) uncooked seasoned…
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Ginger Chicken with Rice Noodles
Ginger Chicken with Rice Noodles Makes 2 servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons very finely chopped scallion 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 teaspoons olive oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves (about 10 ounces total) 2 ounces uncooked rice noodles 1/2 cup chopped…
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Read These Success Stories
http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/weight-loss/success-stories/makeovers/i-did-it-best-before-and-after-weight-loss-stories/?sssdmh=dm17.513738&esrc=nwfitdailytip032111&email=3096014035
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Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts
Cilantro Chicken with Peanuts Makes 2 servings Ingredients 8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken-breast halves, cut into 1-inch strips 1 teaspoon cooking oil 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed dried red chili pepper 3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 2…
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Best Fast Food Salads
At McDonald's: Premium Bacon Ranch Salad with Grilled Chicken 345 calories, 16.5g fat, 5.25g saturated Bacon makes it seem naughty, but the portion keeps it nice -- if you use only half the dressing. At Wendy's: Mandarin Chicken Salad with Grilled Chicken Fillet 385 calories, 18g fat, 2.25g saturated Almonds supply lots of…
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Couch Potato Workout
Found this idea for keeping active instead of vegging during tv watching. Burn Calories During Commercials Don’t fast-forward: Use commercials to squeeze in these easy but effective strength moves Every hour-long TV show has about six commercial breaks that last 3 minutes each, so you can get a decent total body workout…
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150 Calorie Dessert Ideas
Desserts (about 150 calories) Grilled Pineapple with Gingersnap-Crumb Topping 3 canned pineapple rings, packed in juice 3 tablespoons crushed gingersnap cookies (about 2 small cookies) Make it: Grill pineapple for 3 minutes on each side. Top with crushed cookies. Peach and Blackberry Crepe 1 small peach, chopped 1/4 cup…
