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SO who's had POSITIVE experiences with online dating sites?
The other thread had me curious. Seems a lot of hokey stuff happening on online dating websites. I'm just wondering if anyone's had really GOOD experiences...? It's hard meeting people once you're "older" (haha) and not hanging out in bars or dance clubs, etc. I was thinking maybe some of those you pay a membership for…
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Working out 3-4x a week, not daily....
I've always heard that it's better to work out about every other day, not daily. Even my doctor has said that the body needs to rest between workouts. Even cardio - they say 3-4x a week with your heart rate up for a good 20-30 min is ideal. So I'm curious - why do so many work out EVERY day? And, maybe even the bigger…
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Match or Eharmony?
So I signed up on Match but didn't yet subscribe. In the 24 hrs I've been on there, I've had about 15 winks and now have 5 emails waiting. Looking at profiles on there, doesn't seem much different than POF. SO I'm asking myself if Match is worth paying for - if it's the same perverted peeps as it is on POF, then why would…
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Need serious motivation!
Someone who posted on another thread had me thinking...... I KNOW that I have a love affair with food. It's always been there for me. It's my comfort. I know that and own up to it. I had gastric bypass surgery in 97 and lost 125lbs. I was never super skinny but was very comfortable with my weight - around 175 at the…
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we had "THE" conversation....
Well I guess at the moment I'm no longer a "single peep". The guy I met on POF back in July - we've spent most weekends together since then. Last weekend he met my kids and we spent the day in DC all together. That was a lot of fun. I should note - because I know this topic has come up here before.... he is a few years…
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For those in Xray/sonography school
I noticed on another thread that several seem to be in school for radiology. Anyone mind sharing how long the courses are, what's involved in it, the hours, etc? I'm thinking of that myself but need to find out what's involved first. THANKS!
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Past success with Walk Away the Pounds..?
For those of you who have used WAP before, can you share what your success has been? What type of results did you see (weight, inches?). How long before you started seeing results?
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Couch to 5K
I'm going to start C25K this week. I've always said I'd never be a runner. BUT I've heard such good things that I am going to give it a shot. My issue with exercise is that typically I get bored. In any case - anyone have advise for those of us who are going to try it out and aren't in the greatest of shape to begin with??…
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FitBit
I know there are a zillion threads on FitBit and I can't seem to find one that has the exact answer I need. Can anyone tell me exactly what it WILL monitor and how you find it useful? Will it track how many calories I burn on Wii Just Dance? A kettle bell workout? Riding a stationary bike? Elliptical? Walking around the…
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Best exercises for thighs?
What are some good exercises to do at home, for the thighs? Inner and outter?
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Guys who are built...
So I've never before considered going out with a guy who's ripped, nice six pack, etc. First of all, guys that look like that don't come pounding down my door. I'm far from athletic looking (yet!). I've always (probably wrongly) assumed that they're in love with their body and looking for something similar in a woman. And…
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problems committing.....
Not sure where to start but I'll try to make it short. I've been out on 5 dates with one guy. We've had a blast every single time. He's alot of fun, easy to talk to, has a kid around the same age as mine. We even had a kid play-date one day and that turned into like an 8hour play date and everyone had fun. Things are at…
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Physical intimacy and dating
Not meaning to be nosy but I've been out of the dating scene for a good 10 years or so. And I'm in a different age bracket. (-: I'm curious is there's any typical expectation as to when things start to get physical with people when they start to date. It just seems that it's kind of understood that things would start up…
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Do guys think single moms are easy?
So my ex informs me that it's a known fact that single moms are easy. WTH?!?! Seriously? What do you all think or what's been your experience? If anything, I think I'm MORE cautious now, being a single mom, simply because what I do ultimately ends up effecting my kids in one way or another. But he insists that men see me…
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paying for dates
This topic came up on the "dating more than one person" thread and I was hoping to go into more detail...so thought a new thread may be in order...... I've not dated in a decade or more....so I'm curious as to what the expectations or norm are now. What are the guidelines everyone goes on, and guys especially, what's your…
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Speaking of first kisses.....
Do you typically kiss on the first date? I know each situation is a bit different, of course. But, in general, are you ok kissing on the first date if things go well? And is it typically just a peck goodnight, with a hug? Or is it all out smoosh-faced kissing? And GUYS - do you expect to kiss on the first date? Or just the…
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Fat Burning Coffee??
Someone know recently started using a fat-burning coffee called Bskinny. In less than 3 months, she's lost 34lbs and 7inches by simply drinking this coffee. No added exercise. No specific diet. It apprently is a thermogenetic coffee that causes the body to burn fat. Has anyone used this? And what are your thoughts on it?…
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Texting
I'm much much better with keeping up with someone regularly via text than by phone. With 2 kids around, it's hard to have quiet moments to make a phone call, aside from after they go to bed at night. So texting is just much more convienient as I'm sure most know. But question is, how much is too much and what does it mean…
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Strength/Weight training - for home?
Can anyone recommend how to best do strength training at home? I DO have access to a gym, but am rarely ever able to get there without kids along. (Not to productive...haha) What is best to do? Any DVD's out there?
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Single with kids - good or bad?
I'm a single mom with 2 young kids. So I'm curious about a few things - first of all, do those of you single parents find it hard to find people to date? And, those without kids, do you stay away from people who've been married and have kids? I have noticed that most guys in my age range have kids, but their are…
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Seriously? Swingers
Was recently talking to a guy who has dabbled in the swingers scene. I was shocked to find out how many couples are involved in that sort of thing! Personally, I don't get it. Seems to me that people shouldn't need an outside source to fill in th blanks of what's missing in their lives. I don't get how anyone can be ok…
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Where do you live?
Where do you all live? <Maryland
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What am I doing WRONG??
I need to loose between 45-50lbs. MFP says to eat 1200 calories a day (plus eating back my exercise calories) and for the most part I stick to that. Often times about 100 less. I generally exercise about 4-5x a week - sometimes the gym with elliptical and bike, other times I'll do Wii FIt or Just Dance at home. I do admit…
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Ripped in 30 vs 30 Day Shred
Which one is better for those who aren't in super great shape? I tried Ripped about a month ago, 10 minutes in and I thought I'd die! Is 30 Day Shred a little more friendly towards beginners?
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How do you know what the calorie burn is?
Example: elliptical at my gym says in 12minutes (don't laugh!) I burned 50 calories. If I look on MFP or on the "self" website's calorie calculator, it shows between 130-180. Big variation. Same variations with the stationary bike. So does anyone have a good website that has a reliable calculation? THANK YOU!!
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Where do you meet other singles?
SO this is my problem..... I'm not working right now. (Stay home with my kids until they're both in school full time). So I don't meet anyone at "work". Even if I did work, you'd likely see the same people over and over plus I don't date coworkers. I don't hang out in bars or clubs. (Too old for that, but it's never been…
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Not loosing very quick - how many cals?
OK so I I'm doing 1200 calories a day and usually sticking to that amount. Very rarely go to far over or under. This is a HUGE change for me. I used to eat fast food lunches almost daily. :sad: (The convenience factor not the stellar taste!) I used to eat a TON of pasta, cheese, mayo. And I used to eat late at night pretty…
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"athletic" and "anything outdoors".....
OK so in the online world - first of all SO MANY guys put that they love anything outdoors. Not necessarily explaining more. My assumption is camping, hiking, skiing, biking, etc. But I have a hard time believing ALL GUYS are like that. Still, seems to be in about 99% of the profiles I come across. I'm so NOT an outdoors…
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Walking DVDs
Does anyone do them? I enjoy walking HOWEVER often don't get the opportunity to go outside to do so because taking my kids along means a very SLOW walk! I'm wondering how good of a walk you can get in by doing one of those DVD's. Does it really get your heart rate pumping, etc? Have you lost weight and seen any difference…
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protein drinks
I've noticed many people drink protein drinks or have protein bars during the day. Is this to fill you up? Or is there some other reason? Just wondering if I should look into that as well. And....if so....what's the best tasting one to get? The old fashioned Slim Fast shakes used to be yucko so hopefully those things taste…
