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Running a Marathon with Zero Training
Apparently this morning on a popular morning radio show where I live, one of the cast members ran a full marathon without any training to prove some kind of point (we had our annual marathon this past weekend, I ran the half). My facebook newsfeed has been FLOODED with people saying what a great job he did and how awesome…
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Running vs Jogging
Is there some magical speed at which jogging becomes running? I've read a bunch of posts about "just jogging" or whatever, and I'm a bit confused. I feel like they're the same thing. I've been going along this whole time calling myself a "runner" but since I run slowly, does that mean I'm not legit, and I'm merely a…
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Made this yesterday and so many of my MFP friends wanted the recipe, I figured I'd post it here too :) Hey girl! Here's that recipe :) Ingredients: 3 raw boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes 1 10 oz can enchilada sauce 1 medium onion, chopped 1 4 oz can chopped green chile peppers 3 cloves garlic,…
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BAD DOG
This is the face of a bad dog. She rudely woke us up in the middle of the night---by vomiting on our bed. Any of you have pets you'd like to shame today?
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Best egg white protein powder??
I'd like to switch to egg white protein powder from the whey powder I've been using, and I'd just like some feedback on which brands to try. The only brand I'm familiar with at all is Jay Robb, which I've heard tastes pretty good, but I definitely want to explore my options before buying any. Best tasting? Best value?…
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Crossfit Questions
I'm generally a runner, and since race season is over here in Austin (had the big Austin LIVESTRONG Marathon a little over a week ago), I thought to myself, "Hmm, how can I abuse my body in a new way??" so I'm starting crossfit today. A friend of mine referred me to her CF box, and I'm going into a beginner class this…
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Which is more beneficial? Or does it matter?
As many of us are, I don't have the luxury of lots of extra time to devote to working out. I'm trying to maximize my efficiency and get in workouts throughout the day, but I'm wondering if it's more or less efficient. Is it better to do a few things here and there throughout the day, like tricep dips on the edge of my…
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Prayers, good vibes, and positive thoughts needed!
I've taken this post from part of my personal blog, so friends of mine have probably already read this. But I'd like the rest of the MFP community to please keep this young woman, my friend, in your thoughts and prayers. I thought I was the one who needed moral support for my first marathon, but I don't. My marathon is…
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A funny for my fellow Texans
Three men were sitting together, bragging about how they had given their new wives duties. The first man had married a woman from Louisiana, and had told her that she was going to do the dishes and house cleaning. It took a couple days, but on the third day he came home to a clean house and dishes washed and put away. The…
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"Face it, we'll never be that skinny again."
That's what my best friend from high school said to me last night. We have our 10 year high school reunion coming up in September and I told her how my goal was to be able to fit into my prom dress. My size 2/4 (I think it was maybe like a 3 in juniors) prom dress. I'm a size 10 right now (down from a 14). We were joking…
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Not the fat girl in pictures anymore...
I used to hate taking group photos with my girlfriends because I felt like I was so much bigger than all of them in every picture. Standing in a row of a group of my slim friends, I felt like all you could see was me and my fatness. I couldn't share clothes with my friends, because they were all in 4s and 6s and I was a 12…
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Realistic Body Fat %?
I've kind of adjusted my weight loss/fitness goals to not really worry about my weight so much as my body fat percentage. The only thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out what an optimal (and realistic) body fat % goal for me would be. The trainers at my gym are very helpful and will do a body comp test for me…
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Has it been dairy ALL THIS TIME???
I have struggled with acne since I hit puberty. In high school is was pretty bad, but not bad enough to require accutane or anything, just typical teenager with oily skin acne. I thought it would go away eventually, but NOPE. I'm 27 years old and I still struggle with breakouts regularly. I am meticulous about my skin. I…
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I don't cry in fitting rooms anymore...
I know many of you can relate, going to try on clothes at a store, getting into the fitting room, and just crying because you hate the way everything looks. Well now, 31 lbs and 10% body fat later, and having gone from a size 14 to a size 8, this is how it goes down in the fitting rooms:
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Wasn't sure I could find Chris Brown less tolerable...
Until I saw his lovely new tattoo. Yeah, the guy who beat the crap out of Rihanna got a woman's beaten face tatted on his neck. Oh but his PR team said "it's not the same woman" so it's totes ok. Right? Ugh. Vom.
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Gym Childcare Centers
I had been a member of my local Lifetime Fitness for 2 years, but yesterday I terminated my membership with them following some pretty alarming discoveries I made. My 5 year old was involved in an incident involving another young child, which I won't get into the specifics of, but it really made me wonder "Why were these 2…
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Ladies! Does it bother you? Guys! Do you care??
I'm talking about stretch marks here. I was not one of those lucky biatches, errrr I mean, women, who was able to go through pregnancy and childbirth unscathed with not a single stretch mark and have their tummy magically bounce back to normal. No, I am one of the many whose stomach looks like it's been through some sort…
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If any of y'all wanted to get me a present...
Go ahead and get me one of these. Rainbow Dash, please. Adult Size M. Thanks in advance.
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Same bikini, different body...6 months in to my journey!
While my progress hasn't been as blazingly fast as some of my fellow MFPers, I gotta say, I've done a great job! I started in January, knowing a WHOLE lot less than I do now about fitness and nutrition, and I've still got some work to do. I began with about 15% body fat and 45 lbs to lose, and today I'm down 26 lbs (2…
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Sexy Photo Shoot!
As many of us ladies approach our weight loss goals, some of us are planning on getting sexy photos taken to highlight how hot we are. Well, we're in luck because I've found the PERFECT guide to creating a fantastic photo shoot! Get ready ladies, because these are fool-proof tips!…
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Plagued by thick thighs--but I'm wearin' SHORTS!
You thick thighed ladies know what I'm talking about---that longing to wear shorts. And I mean short shorts. Well, after months of hard work I picked up that pair of Abercrombie shorts I've had for years and though "today's the day." Put em on...and they fit perfectly!! They're a size 10 in Abercrombie, and in my…
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Swimmers! I suck!
Running is my numero uno for cardio, and I decided to incorporate swimming in as some cross training. I've been told it will help increase my lung capacity and help with my breathing for running, so I figured I'd give it a shot. Eventually, I'd love to compete in triathlons...but...good gracious I suck at swimming. My…
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Other people's kids
The whole "Anyone else NOT want kids" thread got me thinking about this... I am a proud mother of a 5 1/2 year old boy who is basically the bees knees. And I think I'm a pretty great mom. But when it comes to other people's kids...I am SO FREAKING AWKWARD. I was never one of those teen girls who liked babysitting (I was…
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What about our kids?
In all my BMR/RMR/TDEE formula figuring out, counting calories, exercise planning, etc, I think I've figured it out for myself. BUT...what about my son?? I didn't know anything about nutrition (aside from the 4 basic food groups, which later turned into the food pyramid that you learn in school), and I certainly didn't…
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Coming this fall...
I hope they get Ryan Gosling to star in the movie adaptation of this one!!
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How to dress for dinner...
This past weekend my boyfriend took me out to one of my favorite sushi places. This particular restaurant is relatively upscale, we made reservations, and you can easily spend over $100 on dinner for 2, especially if you order any cocktails. Now, Austin is a really laid back, casual place. You can wear jeans pretty much…
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Size MEDIUM.
I have not worn a size medium anything (besides like a men's t-shirt) since before my son was born...and he's 5 now. So as I went to assess the bathing suit situation for the summer, I realized the bottoms to one of my swimsuits were TOO BIG. I ordered a new one, and the bottoms are a size MEDIUM. I can't believe it! I…
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How to be helpful without overstepping...
Now that I've learned SO much about health and fitness (thanks MFP!) I am constantly wanting to share my knowledge with others. Every time I go to the gym, I see a woman slaving away at some exercise that I know is not going to give her the results she's looking for...but I don't say anything. I had 2 different scenarios…
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OK, QUICK, PEOPLE
http://www.victoriassecret.com/ss/Satellite?ProductID=1265789531946&c=Page&cid=1332988402875&pagename=vsdWrapper "electric leopard" or "berry gloss" THIS IS IMPORTANT. I can only get one today, and I gotta make a decision! Obviously, this is the most important decision you'll make all day. Thanks y'all!
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PHOTOBOMBED!!
On the heels of the "weird pictures" thread, I bring you, PHOTOBOMBED! Have any pictures that you took thinking "Oh what a cute picture!" only to realize there is something ridiculous in the background? I love it when that happens. Here is my most favorite personal photobomb, my bf and I were enjoying a huge music fest and…
