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21 day fix or 30 day shred?
I am curious if anyone has done both of these workouts, and if so what were your experiences? Did you have better results with one or the other? Thanks!
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Can anyone share pics of a 25-30 lb weight loss?
I have 25-30 lbs to lose. My weight has fluctuated over the last 10-15 years due to having four kids, etc. At times I feel like I am still my thinner self but at times I feel huge. I need to see some pics of people who have lost 25-30 lbs to get an idea of the difference that amount of weight can make. Hope that makes…
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Substitute for almond flour?
At the urging of my cousin, who has done well with paleo and whole30, I have been reading up on the paleo way of eating and am ready to give it a try. I have gotten several cookbooks from the library and am marking the ones to try. It seems that several of them use almond flour--my husband and son are allergic to peanuts…
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Weight lifting--how to start?
I see all of the posts about "heavy lifting" and have friends who post a bunch of stuff that I don't understand...:) I want to start lifting weights but don't know where to start. I need a simple routine and would prefer to use machines to start with since I am more familiar with them. I have 30 Day Shred and Ripped in 30.…
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How big of a deal is pre-diabetes?
I had gestational diabetes with my last two pregnancies (youngest child is 6 months old). I have been checking my fasting blood sugars lately and they are usually over 100. I go in next week for a fasting glucose tolerance test but am preparing myself to be diagnosed with pre-diabetes. I am taking it seriously. I am only…
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Overnight oatmeal--can I use quick oats?
After seeing a thread about overnight oatmeal I really want to give it a try. I have tons of quick oats and am wondering if I can use them or if I need to use regular? Thanks!
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40/30/30?
My aunt and uncle lost quite a bit of weight following the 40/30/30 diet and I hear about it quite often here as well. Are there easy ways/tips to stay within these guidelines? Good meal or snack ideas? Any other resources you can point me to? I will look for the book at the library but was wondering if anyone had good…
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Kid friendly lunch ideas?
I have four kids ages 9, 6, 3 and 6 months. I work three days a week and bring leftovers or a tuna wrap with veggies and yogurt for lunch most days. However, I struggle with healthy lunches on days I am home. On the days that it is just me and the younger two we seem to be on the go half the time and just pick things up…
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How to avoid energy crash after lunch?
I am often very tired after lunch. Right now I feel like I can hardly stay awake. I about 1 1/2 hours ago. A bit about me...I am 36 (37 next month), have four kids (youngest is 6 months and wakes up quite a bit at night still), weigh 148 and am 5'0" tall. I had gestational diabetes and my fasting BG has been high for the…
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Favorite snacks for travel?
My kids and I are driving out of state tomorrow to visit my family for Easter. I usually try to bring some snacks along to cut the cost of stopping at the gas station and to be healthier. Some typical ones are cheese sticks, grapes, dry cereal, pretzels or Goldfish for the kids, almonds, granola bars. Just curious what…
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Working out late in the day--when to eat exercise calories?
I generally have to wait to workout until late in the evening (9:00-10:00). In general, I don't usually eat my exercise calories back but will sometimes have a snack when I get home if I am hungry. Last night I went to the gym and didn't have anything to eat afterwards. I woke up at 4:30 (I have a baby who still gets up…
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Has anyone read "Master Your Metabolism" by Jillian Michaels
The concept of clean eating has always resonated with me (although implementing it is a different story!) but I had not thought about how chemicals in our food affects our hormones and metabolism in the way that was described in this book. I am curious if others read it and what you think about it. Also, for those who do…
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Are there any guys that have done the 30 day shred?
My husband is trying to lose weight as well and started doing P90X2. But, he hurt his back during the second week. I personally think he should try something a bit less intense while working up to P90X again. I told him about the success that so many women here have had with the 30 day shred and I think he thinks it will…
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What type of workout when you are just starting out?
Here is a little background on me: Age 36, female, just had my fourth baby (and fourth c-section) 4 months ago. Haven't exercised for quite some time. Currently weigh 154, goal is 120. I am 5' tall. I joined a gym a few weeks ago and am aiming for 45 minutes of cardio each time and have also used the weight machines but am…
