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Where are my mom's of toddlers/preschoolers at?
Hi Ladies, My name is Anne. I started MFP years ago. I found a great group of friends on here :) I have a almost 5 year old and a 2 year old. I stay at home with my girls most of the time and run a seasonal business. Before kids I ran daily, I am just now getting back into exercising most days. I really need to adjust my…
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Pregnancy- July 2011
Hello everyone! For those of you just finding us, this is a group that is trying to be healthier and/or lose weight while: a) wanting to drop some weight before trying to conceive (TTC) b) (Trying to conceive) TTC c) Pregnant Those in groups a & b we have a great sister group called Fit for Future Families or you are…
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Anyone using weight watchers or have used it in the past? Thoughts?
I am a working mom of two young girls and I am struggling with about 15 lbs. I am not controlling my eating well at all and I am feeling like I need more support. What has been people's experience with weight watchers? I was thinking about going the personal coaching route.
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Crock Pot Recipes
I have a crock pot that I have never really used and I would like to start using it. I would love to hear your favorite crock pot recipes!
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Dr. Seuss Themed Baby Shower HELP
Hi all! I have decided to put on a Dr. Seuss themed baby shower for my sister! I have some fun ideas but I am looking for anyone who is more creative than the rest! OR if anyone has done this before and have any ideas. Here is what I have so far... 1) I am having everyone bring a book instead of a card to encourage the…
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Homemade Sweet Potato Fries
Does anyone have a good (pretty easy) recipe for sweet potato fries?
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I need someone to kick my butt...
Hi everyone :) I really need someone to kick my butt so that I get back into this. I just had a baby, she is 11 weeks old. I was 155 lbs before getting pregnant but I was in great shape, I ran a half marathon the month that we conceived. I wanted to keep running throughout my pregnancy but I got hyperemesis (excessive…
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How do you like your eggs?
What do you like to put in your eggs? I like scrambled and omelets... what veggies and meats do you like together?
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Do you own a treadmill?
I am considering purchasing a treadmill. I had a baby 4 weeks ago and don't see a way to get to the gym as much as I would like. I mostly run/walk outside but like to have an indoor option. My contract is up at the gym in 2 months so I am thinking about a treadmill. I have NO idea what kind to get. Do you have on that you…
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Pregnancy 2011- May
Hello everyone! For those of you just finding us, this is a group that is trying to be healthier and/or lose weight while: a) wanting to drop some weight before trying to conceive (TTC) b) (Trying to conceive) TTC c) Pregnant Welcome all!
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Calling all nurses/gyno's
My husband and I are trying to concieve. I just got a positive digital pregnancy test and then right after got a negitive one... What does that mean! Could it be because my urine wasn't as concentrated? What should I think? My doctor isn't open until monday...
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Littlest Losers (Week 2)
Hey All! Welcome to week two! Not being on vacation i am hoping to get more stable! Goal: 8 glasses of water, add 5 combined servings of fruits & veggies. 40 minutes of some sort of exercise a day (can be strength training!) GOODLUCK!
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thinking of starting a new meal plan... take a look?
Hey guys... I am a teacher and during the summer its so hard to stay on track eatingwise for me! I am training for a marathon so I am doing a lot of running some days but I really need a schedule. I know it sounds boring but I think besides dinner I might try to eat the same thing every day.... does anyone else do this?…
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Littlest Losers (Week 1)
Starting today till next friday. Challenge is to get at least 8 cups of water each day. here is the starting group. Name Starting Weight Goal Weight 7/2/2010 7/9/2010 7/16/2010 7/23/2010 7/30/2010 Loathesome 145 135 Shagybear33 146 136 Kath711 131 125 tammytoeller1 149 135 KiriKiriKiri 110 itsMarissa711 130 123 Shellee9tj…
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granola
I am interested in making granola and yogurt one of my snacks in the day... any suggestions on granola people like? I am not a huge fan of raisons so if they can be avoided....
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Fall Racers (Week 1)
Sorry it has taken me a week to get this started. We had unexpected guests staying with us which through me off track! For those of you already in the group I am excited! For those of you who are new. We are all training for a race this fall. Some first timers,some not. Just here to support each others training! I had my…
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Fathers Day gift ideas
For all of you have havn't yet purchased a gift for your dear old dad for fathers day I have a suggestion for you. I have started donating to a chairity for mothers and fathers day in honor of my rents. For example: This fathers day I donated to allforball.org it supports the formation of girls soccer teams in africa to…
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My first marathon... any others first time racers?
I start the training for my first marathon tommorow. I know I am going to have some hard days and I was wondering if anyone is starting training for a race soon and wants to be a accountability partner with me? My race is October 17th but anyone with a race around then would work. Anyone interested?
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final push
Last weekend I went shopping and bought some new jeans... luckys... went from size 31 to 29 in the last two months so I was happy. I spent this week trying to decide what to do for my final push. I am going to not eat chips/pretzels/french fries until july 10th (my vacation)... anyone want to join with me to hold me…
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Reaching out for prayers
A very close family friend of mine was just killed in afghanistan this morning. He was one of the 4 shot down in the helicopter that has been on the news today. He was only 25 years old and just celebrated his 2nd wedding anniversary two days ago. Please pray for him, his family, and all other soldiers fighting the war on…
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getting sick
I have had some health issues where I have been getting sick and throwing up after some meals. Should I count the calories from that meal still or not?
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not diet related personal question alert
So I didn't know who else to ask this question to and I thought what a great bunch of people that might be able to help. Can a pregnancy test be wrong? I was suposed to start last sunday and it is now wenesday. Starting on sunday at about 6 O'clock each night I have started to feel really crappy and my stomach has been…
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any takers?
I am going to give up alcohol alcohol for the month of may and then add it back into my diet in moderation. I think that it help me loose the last 10 lbs plus make me feel healthier. Anyone want to join me?
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Whats your drink of choice?
So I am trying to make some big changes because I only have 7 lbs left to loose... and it isn't coming off through normal means. I have considered not drinking all together and while a couple years from now I can see that being realistic... right now it just isn't. I usually have 3-6 drinks once a week (bud light). I am…
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How did you go from...
How did YOU go from wanted to loose weight and eating healthy to actually doing it? What was your stratagy? I do so well for breakfast, for lunch, I workout daily.... then i get home. All day I have planned to eat healthy foods and when I get home all I want is junk.... I have cut out most of it by not bringing it home but…
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thigh slimming tips
Does anyone have any tips of exercises that will make my thighs slimmer? I already do tons of cardio and running so I know that can't be the answer... I don't like to lift legs at the gym because I feel like they are just getting bigger but I could be 100% wrong on that.
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HEART RATE MONITOR
It's time. I am SO excited. Our tax refund came in and my birthday is in two weeks so my hubby is going to get me my heart rate monitor! I have read some posts on this before. Which one would everyone recommend? What are the positives and negitives of each? I am not looking to spend over 150 dollars. Thanks!
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giving up alcohol for a bit....
Hi, I am not looking for a lecture on alcohol through this, I know the affect that it has on your body. :smile: I am about 6 lbs away from my goal weight and I think that giving up alcohol might do the rest for me. Has anyone close to there goal weight increased weight loss by giving up drinking? I go out 1 night a week…
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for those of your with HRM
Does your HRM track how many miles you walk or run? What kind do you have?
