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New friends and new motivation!
I keep going back and forth from being great at logging/working out/eating clean then something will happen (I was sick for two weeks with a bad stomach infection) and it just takes me back to the start. I'm looking for new friends who will keep me motivated and I'll do the same! It always helps when I see MFPals logging…
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163 to 129. Pics, happiness, woohoo!
Hey everyone! So I have been on MFP for a couple years now. I successfully lost weight before, but after a hard breakup and a lot of bad decisions, I gained back almost everything I had lost bedtime. A year ago I weight over 163, was miserable, and felt so ashamed of myself. I only took photos of my head because I was so…
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Has anyone tried the Blue Print Cleanse?
I have two friends who have sworn by it....so I just ordered it. I KNOW that it is very overpriced but I was curious to try it out and a friend sent me a discount online for the 3 day cleanse....has anyone tried it? Out of all of the different "cleanse/detox" BS that I have read, I think this is the best because it is…
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Greek Yogurt + ranch seasoning...omg
Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you…
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Birth Control Pills: BE CAREFUL.
I was wondering if anyone had any horrible reactions/effects with certain pills. I was on EstroStep for years and years and basically could control when my periods were. I didn't have any terrible problems, just spotting once in awhile. I was spotting more and more and decided to try a new pill. My doctor prescribed a new…
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HRM Help! I need advice!
So my Timex HRM is getting old (I've had it since 2010) and it is starting to mess up. The most obvious issue is that it won't start picking up my HR until about 5-10 minutes into my workout...I have replaced the battery in the watch and also in the chest strap but it still delays...then the first reading is usually VERY…
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INSANITY +apartment Help!
I know I've asked this before and I think the best response I got was a rug? I live in a 3rd floor apartment and REALLY want to start INSANITY tomorrow, but I am worried about the people below me with all of the jumping..I asked this before and someone said use a rug? I have carpet but it still sounds loud....does anyone…
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Best Pre-Workout Meal / Breakfast?
I am doing insanity which is a high intensity workout, and if I don't eat breakfast before I work out I feel VERY shaky and weak at the end/ after my workout. I am wondering what the best pre-workout things to eat? I usually workout in the morning so I try to eat something small before, but was wondering if a certain fruit…
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Tuna! What do YOU like??
I have been experimenting with canned tuna lately-it is high in protein, low in bad stuff, has omega 3's, and the best part-IT IS CHEAP AND FAST. I eat healthier when I have more time, usually when I am on the go I tend to mess up and grab crappy choices. So CANNED TUNA is becoming my best friend! I have already posted…
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How do YOU find it?
How do you find the motivation to keep going? I want to know everyone's personal ways of finding motivation and dedication. I will have bursts of "good" energy- where I will log EVERYTHING, stay on track, workout everyday, and then some weeks...its gone. Completely. I will gain instead of lose and just be awful. So what…
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3rd floor workouts-HELP!
So I live on the third floor of an apartment building. I usually just go to the gym but I have realized I found the most success when I was doing INSANITY-I had no excuses not to do it and the scheduled workouts really kept me motivated and on track. I want to start it back up again, but I live on the third floor and…
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HELP! INSANITY and gym?
Hello! I have done INSANITY before and totally loved the results but started getting bored doing it over and over and over...so I got agym membership. I recently went through a 4 year break up, a move, and a new job...resulting in about 4 months of random, not as great exercise and definitely a lot more unhealthy eating. I…
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Heart Rate Monitor
So mine seems to be crashing...I got new batteries and everything but the watch part won't pick up my HR anymore...and when it does it is EXTREMELY low so I know its not working correctly... I know people ask all the time but what is a good one to get? And relatively cheap (as in not over $100?) I just moved and am running…
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Cottage Cheese!! (the food lol)
What are some different ways / combos of eating it? I used to HATE it but recently tried Simply Kraft lowfat small curd cottage cheese and it is delicious, you should all try it. I am trying to find easy, quick and healthy recipes involving things that I can just grab and go, so if you have ideas let me know!
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Paleo, Juicing, Cleanse...HELP?
I am wanting to jump back into better eating habits. What helps me most is to do something very strict at first and then get back into just a clean eating way of life. I have heard GREAT things about paleo, but I don't know enough about it. I also was thinking maybe a juice cleanse or a raw diet for a couple days could…
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Losing weight, adding friends! 2013!!!
Heres to a new year! 2012 was not so great for me (which is an understatement) and I am ready to change my life around for 2013! A new year, a new life, and new habits! This post is for anyone who wants more friends, more support, and more challenges because that is what I am looking for. So add me, lets challenge each…
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HRM HELP!
If my HRM is giving me a really, really low reading while I am running (and the treadmill said 160 but my HRM said 90...haha obviously incorrect) does that mean i need new batteries or what? I haven't changed the batteries in a long time, and usually it works well but lately I have gotten really low readings then it will…
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Inspirational article: 24 things to boost your mood!!
I just found this on Pinterest and wanted to share, hope you all like it! http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/health/stress-relief/get-happy/ready-set-recharge/?page=11
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I need YOUR help!
Hello all- I don't know whats up with me. When I first joined MFP I was on track, eating healthy, losing weight, and constantly working out. However, in the past 9 months I have gone through a HUGE breakup, got a new job, moved, and completely sucked at staying "on track." I have gained around 10-15lbs that I feel…
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McDonalds...ohhh god.
So I am in no means a "health nut," I usually eat mostly chicken and veggies but also can eat more starches and "whites" (bread, rice, chips) and empty calories than I should. BUT- I haven't had fast food in awhile and was seriously craving it today. I had a horrible day, fought with a coworker, found out the guy I had…
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TOUGH MUDDER HELP! need advice
OK people for real be honest with me. I am still in pretty decent shape but haven't been consistently running, or working out everyday....and my friends want me to sign up for a Tough Mudder event. If you don't know what it is, basically it looks like the wrath of hell in the form of an obstacle course-and like SO MUCH…
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BODYPUMP by Les Mills...done it?
Hello everyone! I saw that my gym offers a class this evening called "BODYPUMP" by Les Mills and I read a little about it but want some real feedback from real people...so have you done it? What did you think? I want to do more weight training and it seems motivating to do it in a group...however since I've never done it I…
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Eat before workout?
Hello! I need all the help/advice I can get in trying to lose around 20lbs. I currently just started back on INSANITY and am going to incorporate some strength training as well while doing it. My question for all of you awesome MFPals, should I eat breakfast first if I want to workout in the morning? I find that sometimes…
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Pilates or Zumba? New to both.
I am headed to the gym to do weight training then some cardio....and noticed that they offer a pilates class and a zumba class that would fit in perfectly to my day....the question is I have never done either one, so which do I choose? Thanks for the help!
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I need YOUR help all you fit people!
So I have always done workouts where I had a set schedule-in school we had mandatory practice for cross country/track, when I was in soccer we had practice 5 days a week, and then I did INSANITY for a long time where I had a different, set workout every single day. Well I just joined a gym and realized I have NO clue how…
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Hey ladies~NIKE TRAINER APP-amazing!
I just wanted to share this with everyone because it was a REALLY good workout and I can't wait to do more! I was surfing through the fitness apps on my iPhone and I came across Nike Training app. It is amazing, a great workout, and best of all-FREE. I think it is primarily for women and you use weights (I used 8lbs…
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Help! Weight training?
So I just joined my gym and I realized I have NO idea how to train my body...I have been doing INSANITY and other stay at home and watch and do what they are doing type programs...and I want to gain more muscle so I joined the gym. As far as cardio goes, I understand what to do. But for weight training, I am a complete…
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The most amazing NSV EVER.
So last night my boyfriend invited me out to the bar with one of his friends to celebrate my new job that I got yesterday, but I was tired and had a headache so I declined. I woke up when they got back and they continued to hang out at our house. I love my sleep and haven't had much lately so to be honest I was a little…
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Fast Easy HEALTHY meals!
I am always on the run between working out, work, and just balancing life in general...so I try to have a lot of healthy, fast options for food. Right now one of my go to meals is a packet of sweet and spicy tuna mixed with a bag of birdseye steamed veggies, its tasty and reminds me of asian stir fry but only takes about 6…