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Did he do his "time"?
Hi Guys and Gals! I need some anonymous opinions. My BFF met a guy online and they have really hit it off; on the phone. They speak and text throughout the day, also in the evenings before going to sleep since the day they exchanged numbers. He lives in another state and before meeting her,because of his business, was…
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Is that THE ONLY thing he wants from me?
Hi Pals, I need the opinions/advice from men and this is the only place I can think of I can get the ear of a few men in a short period of time. :flowerforyou: Ladies your opinions are also welcomed. :flowerforyou: First alittle background. I'll try to make it as short as possible. I'm not much of a party girl. I average a…
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Help please - I have a tub of Greek Yogurt. Now what?
Hello! I don't know why I bought a big tub of Chobani Greek yogurt :indifferent: . Now the date shows June 16th and I don't know what to make to use it all up. :laugh: I don't eat it plain :huh: What can I make to use it up in one dish? Suggestions Please :flowerforyou:
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How am I percieved at the gym?
I really enjoyed the "People Watching at the Gym" thread. :bigsmile: This came to mind and might bring up some interesting/funny stories. It's kinda weird :laugh: How am I percieved at the gym? What do YOU conciously (sp) do or wear at the gym, that you think is viewed as "Different" (gross, funny, OCD, annoying, etc.) by…
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Need a New Tilapia Recipe Please :) :flowerforyou:
Hi! I got a great Parmeasean Crusted Tilapia Recipe from here months ago... It was the first time I made Tilapia and it's been made the same ever since :blushing: I was wondering does anyone have a New Recipe for Tilapia... Pretty Please :happy: Thanks in Advance :flowerforyou:
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Cardio "Zone" and Target Heartrate advise/question
I really love cardio. I rather do cardio for 2 hours than to weight train for 1/2 hour :huh: My Stats: 41 y/o 5'4 145 lbs. (size 7/8 stretch jeans) I've read where the cardio "zones" are outdated; so to speak... kinda like the BMI (Because not every "body" is the same and not every "heart" is at the same fit level).…
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POLL: How many calories do you burn in 1 hour...
I'm just really curious how off my HRM is. I know we have different "fit" levels and different weight and so on, but I just would like to see if there is a pattern: For example: ME 41 y/o 145 lbs 5'4 1 hour, 20 min - brisk walking = my HRM shows I burned about 600 calories. 1 hour - Zumba = about 550 1 hour - Rollerblading…
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Are You Consuming Too Much Sugar?
I thought this was helpful, being that we've had debates about "going over daily sugar allowance with fruit and milk". http://www.dailyspark.com/blog.asp?post=are_you_consuming_too_much_sugar By: Tanya Jolliffe : 4/29/2010 5:48:47 AM : Sugar provides such sweet memories for me. As a child growing up, my mother would often…
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"I'm Just Saying"...
...I'm probably in a Stink mood today. However... I really dislike it when someone starts a thread, seemingly looking for motivation, advice, support, etc. Then doen't have the courtesy to return to acknowledge anyone, after some have taken the time to write a response. Then, I see others catch an attitude when the thread…
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Fudgy Brownies :))
Fudgy Brownies Instant coffee in the batter intensifies the chocolate flavor. Beating the sugar and eggs together gives the baked brownies a crackly surface. INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon hot water 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose…
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Need help with Lasagna... the cheese part. :)
Hi Ladies and Gents. I always find that when I make lasagna the cheese part never tastes like in the restaurant. I've tried using the recipe on the Pasta Box as well as others. What am I doing wrong? I want to taste the Ricotta cheese part like I do in the restaurant :tongue: I use Ricotta cheese and add: parmesean cheese,…
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Help with a Ham!!
Hi MFP'ers, I have to bring a Ham to Thanksgiving dinner. :noway: I'm not a good cook :embarassed: I bought one of those "Spiral-Cut" Honey Ham at the super market this weekend and all it has is a packet of Brown sugar. :huh: Is that it? Throw it in the oven and spread this contents in the package? that sounds too easy…
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Where can I get help, please! Off-topic warning
I'm sorry for bringing this here. However, this is the only place where i can have access a large group of people. Thank you for taking the time to read this: Does anyone know where an "average joe" can go to get assistance on reporting what I feel is an unfair credit reporting by my Mortgage Company. I came into some…
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Light Weight, High Reps.... confusion
Hi everyone, I always here... Light weight, Hight Reps for women to tone. Then I hear, when you are accustomed to the weight then you should increase the weight. Doesn't this eventually bring you to High weight, High reps? Or do I continue to use the same amount of weight although I am accustomed to it, and just increase…
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25 Ways to Get Back on Track Today
I read this on Sparkpeople.com Don't Give Up on Your Goals! -- By Nicole Nichols, Fitness Instructor & Health Educator Not long ago, you were energetic and determined to start your healthy lifestyle. Starting with enthusiasm and hope, you watched your food intake diligently, exercised like it was going out of style, and…
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Have you been where I am now?
Okay, I'm not sure if there is a medical term for this, but I'm addicted to SWEETS! No. I mean really addicted. Some days I can go with just 1 sweet treat, but most days, especially TOM there is no use to fight it....I eat the fruit, pudding, drinking water... but still end up eating the cookie, low cal ice cream, or…
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According to HUNGRY GIRL...
Calorie-Counters Got It Goin' On! We've been saying this for a bazillion years (okay, since May of 2004), but there's no magic bullet that can change the simple facts of weight loss. The formula is pretty simple, chewers: It's calories in vs. calories burned. And a recent study (the largest of its kind) has confirmed this.…
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Really Need Your HELP to find the PROBLEM!
Hi all, I'm really feeling discouraged today. :cry: I've changed my way of eating since my 40th B'day, June 2008. I joined MFP on Janurary 5th and have been tracking my calories and exercise ever since. I've lost a grand total of 5lbs since being here and have learned sooo much from all of you. I don't think I would have…
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NEED HELP PLEASE...
I wasn't sure where to post this... Posted in FOOD and NUTRITION also :embarassed: Hi all, I'm really feeling discouraged today. I've changed my way of eating since my 40th B'day, June 2008. I joined MFP on Janurary 5th and have been tracking my calories and exercise ever since. I've lost a grand total of 5lbs since being…
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I'm ALWAYS over on SUGAR and PROTEIN!
I just looked at my nutrition report since I began MFP 1 month ago. Everyday I have gone over in my sugar ( i'm allowed 24 ) I usually consume about 50 -70. Protein (i'm allowed 45) I usually consume about 80. No matter how hard I try I can't stay under 50 for sugar. Am I alone?
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Burning calories Walking or Strengthening, what's the differ
Or is there. For example. If I walk for 1 hour and burn 600 calories or Do the Strength machines for 1 hour and burn 600 calories... Is there more value, per say, to the calories burned during strength training? I hope i explained myself correctly... :embarassed:
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Is it possible? to all the HRM people
Hi all, I bought a Polar F4 and I'm really glad I did. I now work out easier and burn just as many calories in a less intense workout. Today I wore it for the first time while rollerblading. According to my HRM, duration - 1 hour 39 min. Average heart rate - 169 (a little high) and calories burned - 1,120 !!! can this…
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It's Working!!!
Hi all, I orginally posted this in the wrong area I think... I introduced myself about 2 weeks ago. I came here because I have been exercising and watching what I eat for months and finally weighed myself to see the exact same number I started I decided to record my calories so that I can see where I was going wrong...…
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It's Working!!!
Hi all, I hope I'm posting in the correct area :embarassed: I introduced myself about 2 weeks ago. I came here because I have been exercising and watching what I eat for months and finally weighed myself to see the exact same number I started :explode: I decided to record my calories so that I can see where I was going…
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I'm SO confused...
... about the calories MFP shows I should be consuming and what the BMR calculator shows. Hi everyone. I'm new to the site and am very thankful to have come across this place. It seems you all are very supportive to everyone. I want to thank you in advance. :smile: When I first set up my profile it shows I should 1,200…
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New here and New to fitness at 40 :embarassed:
Hi all, I just found this site yesterday and am really impressed with the tools and with all the supportive people on here. I have always been a thick woman, but about 5 years ago I lost 50 lbs. taking diet pills. I maintained the loss for a few years until a hurricane destroyed my house and I gained back 35 lbs... I'm…
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How Hard Is Moderate Exercise? Not As Hard As You Might Think
Hi all, Just read this article on yahoo. https://www.yahoo.com/health/how-hard-is-moderate-exercise-not-as-hard-as-you-might-101097248422.html I've asked myself this same question. Especially, when i roller blade. I have a HRM, but it just doesn't seem like I'm working out as intense as it shows. It's so much fun, but my…
