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Help! Why am I gaining weight when I am doing cardio?
Hi everyone: I have been under my caloric intake for this week (with the exception of yesterday when I was over it), but I seem to be gaining weight, not losing it. My clothes are fitting better, so I must be doing something right, but why am I gaining? All I have been doing the last 3 weeks is running.. no weights at all…
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I could cry I am so happy!
Ok, I had a baby 6 months ago and gained about 25 pounds overall, but then gained more weight after a trip to the UK in January (too much fish and chips and boozing) and I gained about 15 more pounds there. When I got back from the UK early January, I weighed myself and was shocked to see I was 150 pounds:noway: I have…
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Eating healthy vs. eating unhealthy
I have a question... if a person eats somewhat unhealthy, but still stays in their calorie amount will they still lose weight? For example, if a person doesn't exactly eat the healthiest one day, but stays within 1200 calories for the day, will they still lose weight? My husband is curious.
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STILL HUNGRY - only 717 calories today
I am doing a meal plan (just a short one) that was given by a nutritionist. It claims to help you lose 10 pounds in 10 days. Today I decided to input the information into the system and found that I only ate 717 calories today and I am not allowed anything else. I am so hungry right now :sad: but I think today is the…
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Bootcamp here I come!
Hi everyone: I am starting a bootcamp on Monday called Soldiers of Fitness and I am sooo excited. I am hoping this will be my ticket to losing the extra pounds and toning up my body after my having my baby 5 months ago. Has anyone else done this kind of program and what were your results? This is the website to give an…
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Help me - what to do about tonight?!?!
I am going to a Wine Festival (my friend got tickets months ago) and I really don't want to overdo it. I am regretting saying I would go now, but tomorrow is my birthday so one one hand I am thinking it will be nice to go and have fun! How many calories should I try and save up for something like this?
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Best/cheapest hrm watch
Hi guys: My husband bought me a Garmin 305 for my birthday, but the HRM doesn't work for tracking calories for doing weights and other exercises :sad: . I would like to use it for tracking my calories for weights (Ripped DVDs) and an upcoming Bootcamp next month. Can anyone recommend a cheap HRM that will track calories…
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Hurt my back so not working out today
Hi everyone: I have a 4 month old baby and bent over to put her in the play pen and hurt my back. I am not going to work out today because I have a running class tomorrow and don't want to hurt it anymore :sad: I am keeping my calories at 1200 (or just above) for today... In your opinions, is this the best way to do it if…
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Easy Chunky Beef Stew Recipe
I already entered this in the database as I am making this tonight! Makes 4 servings 1 onion 1 lb stewing steak 2 1/2 cups beef broth 4 medium sweet potato 1 lb baby carrots 2 celery stalks 1/4 cup tomato paste 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce 1 bay leaf Directions throw all into a slow cooker and…
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Anyone have any easy cookie recipes?
Hi everyone: I am having a bit of a sweet craving and feel like doing some baking :laugh: Does anyone have any easy and healthy oatmeal cookie recipes? :flowerforyou:
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How many calories do you think this burned off?
I just carried my 14 pound baby in a baby carrier and picked up groceries which I carried on my back (they weighed 12 pounds). I walked for about 30 minutes in total. Any guesses on how many calories I burned as I don't have a HRM yet :happy:
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Has anyone done Soldiers of Fitness Boot camp?
Hi there: I am thinking of signing up for Soldiers of Fitness for March, but wondered if anyone else has done this and what the results were? Here is a link to explain what it is: http://www.soldiersoffitness.com/programs_mbt.php I am thinking of doing the modified version (3 days a week) as I am planning on running a 5k…
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Tummy toning after baby
Hi everyone: My baby is 4 months old and I am now getting back into shape. I only have 5 pounds to go until I am at my pre-pregnancy weight, but I need to tone up my stomach. How many times a week did you work your abs? I am currently doing lots of cardio (training for a 5k in March) so I am out running 4 times a week and…
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Is it ok to use up calories for wine?
I find that I still have 300 calories left sometimes at night. Is it ok to use them up on a glass of wine? Any other ideas of how I can "use" them up! :drinker: :bigsmile:
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Super easy shake
I love this as a morning snack: 1/2 cup fat free cottage cheese (90 calories) 1/2 banana (53 calories) 1/2 cup fat free Strawberry Yogourt (93 calories) 1/2 cup water 236 calories in total! Add all into a blender and pour into a tall glass with a straw... and enjoy!
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How to record Ripped DVDs
Hi: Has anyone done Jari Love's workouts called Ripped? I am doing Ripped Slim and Lean and Ripped 1000 on the weekend, but am not sure how to log it for exercise. Its a combo of weights and cardio: http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=kRdACdNv5nQ Thanks everyone :tongue:
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Any new moms?
Hi there: I am a new mom to a baby girl who is now 4 months. Just wondering if there are any other moms on here with babies around this age? I am trying to get down to the weight I always wanted :laugh:
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anyone know of a good meal planning site?
I hope everyone is having a great weekend. Does anyone know of a good meal planning site that will give healthy recipes and break down each meal for the week to include breakfast, snacks and dinner? Thanks! :bigsmile:
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Good recipe books?
Hi everyone: I have the Eating for Life book and find the recipes not only healthy, but also quick to make. Does anyone have another recommendations of easy, healthy recipe books? I could use a change! Thanks!:heart:
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yummy mummy in the making!
Hi everyone: I am new to this site and have to say, I am impressed. I have used calorie counters before and this one kicks butt! Just wanted to pop on and say hello and I hope everyone is doing well!
