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Why do you sometimes gain weight when starting a new exercis
THIS WAS WRITTEN BY CHALENE JOHNSON. :) Probably the most common question I get when I release a new exercise program is, "Help! I'm gaining weight! Am I doing something wrong?" This is a common phenomenon with any new exercise program, Turbo Kick, Turbo Jam, Hip Hop Hustle, you name it! It's especially common (and…
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Eat clean/No alcohol challenge starts TODAY - Nov 21
Who wants to join me? 30 days - until Dec 20. Eating clean: Single ingredient foods. No processed crap. No added sugar. No alcohol. I'm giving myself ONE cheat day: Thanksgiving of course! =)
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The Slight Edge
This is an excerpt from a book I'm reading: The Slight Edge, by Jeff Olson. I love the message. I highly recommend this book – it’s not just about health and fitness – it’s about creating the life you want. http://slightedge.org/index.php “You know what you’re supposed to eat. We all do. Fresh fruits and vegetables,…
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Larabars - LOVE THEM!
I was looking for a truly HEALTHY snack to bring to work and found these. I have tried a few of the big bars and got a box of mini's too. They were kind of bland at first but are starting to grow on me. And you just CAN'T feel bad about eating them. Anyone else a fan? From their website: A blend of unsweetened fruits, nuts…
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9 Appetite Suppressing Foods
Thought I would share this: If you're like most people, conquering your appetite is one of the biggest challenges you face in your fitness and weight loss journey. As soon as the word "diet" crosses your lips, you may find yourself craving all the junk you know you're not supposed to eat. The secret is eating the right…
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Primal Diet - It's working for me to get leaner
So, I am already at my goal weight, but trying to lean out more. SO, I decided to try the Primal Diet (see www.marksdailyapple.com for info) and I have lost 3 pounds and lost 1/2 inch off my waist in just over a week. I'm doing P90X for exercise. Anyone else out there doing it? Here's an example of my daily intake:…
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Doing the Little Things, Every Day
I'm reading a book called The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson. It's an amazing book about life and I highly recommend EVERYONE read it. It's really about how the little decision we make every day shape our lives and can either lead you in a positive direction or a negative direction. For example, when I committed to my health…
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SelectTech Dumbbells
I placed my order! SO excited. Anyone else have them? Do you love them? Elaine
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The Straight Dope: The USDA’s Pyramid Scheme
Love this guy. He tells it like it is. http://steve-edwards.blogspot.com/2011/07/usdas-pyramid-scheme.html
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Trying to eat healthy while out and about? Pack a cooler!
Tosca Reno - The Eat Clean Diet guru packs this: 2 apples 2 cups salad greens 3 oz salmon nicoise with lemon juice 1 cup mixed pepper rounds 1 cup cherry tomatoes 2 Ryvita slices 1 cup hummus 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk Easy enough? I usually carry a big cooler when I take my kids out - to the beach or pool - so we…
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Starting a new round of P90X June 27
Who is with me?? I'm going to be adding in some P90X One on One's as well but I'm going to be doing the Classic schedule. http://www.scribd.com/doc/53987213/P90X-Classic-Doubles-and-Lean Elaine
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Article - Can ZigZag Dieting Work for You?
By Steve Edwards One of the most effective dieting techniques we've found is zigzagging. Not to be confused with yo-yo dieting, zigzag is a technique that should be used anytime you want to increase or decrease your daily caloric intake, and can be used to find out what your caloric intake should be. Instead of moving…
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Alcohol and Fat Burning
What do you guys think of this theory? I wonder if I cut out all alcohol if I could shred this last bit of body fat I'm trying to get rid of?? Overview Alcohol is primarily made out of carbohydrates, but it is a special kind of carb that metabolizes differently from others, due in part to the fact that it is fermented.…
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The BEST peanut butter (IMHO)
My new favorite peanut butter. It has less fat, less sodium and more protein than the Jif Natural I was using. And it's YUM! http://www.naturallymore.com/index.html Just bought their almond butter too. I like that it has flax seed and wheat germ in it also. :-)
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Who here is a "clean" eater?
Last year I totally changed up my diet from eating lots of processed, convenience foods to eating almost exclusively whole foods, no dairy and little to no sugar. I have lost over 20 pounds and kept it off without a big change in my exercise routine. Anyone else?
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You're not a "food addict." You're a "crappy food addict."
Here's the link to the blog. Interesting. Mind you, I didn't write this, but food for thought. :-) http://thefitnessnerd.blogspot.com/2011/04/youre-not-food-addict-youre-crappy-food.html?showComment=1302031773712#c6586436502852009969 Until recently, I found the notion of "food addiction" to be a load of horse poop. But…
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The 5 Best Fats for Getting Lean
Borrow this from the Beachbody website. Good info. By Whitney Provost You might think that to lose weight, you need to cut the fat out of your meals. After all, fat is higher in calories than protein and carbs, and low-fat diets have been popular since the Senate Nutrition Committee first recommended them in the late…
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Big Breakfasts for Big Results
Thought it was really good info! By Joe Wilkes (borrowed from the Beachbody website) Breakfast. It seems like forever since Mom told us breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but one study shows it's actually true—she wasn't just nagging us. Breakfast is a key component of weight management: A study presented at…
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Miracle Noodle??
Has anyone used this?? Here's the lowdown: Traditional soy free shirataki noodles are made from the root of the konnyaku imo plant. The fiber is extracted and added to water which is made into different shapes from orzo to fettuccini to angel hair to rice. Our noodles are 97% water and 3% fiber, that is why it is calorie…
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Eight Week Transition Diet CHALLENGE! Join me Jan 24!
I ran across this AWESOME article by Steve Edwards - and I think it would make a GREAT challenge here on mfp. Join in if you are interested in starting this Monday January 24. Let's keep each other accountable and CHANGE OUR EATING HABITS over the next eight weeks! Here's the information:…
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Don't Have Time to Work Out? Really??
I have had some fabulous results with my commitment to being fit and health since last January. There isn't a day that goes by that someone at work or who I know personally says "Wow! You look great! What are you doing? I need to do what you are doing!" And I tell them "P90X and Insanity!" And more times than not, they say…
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Nutrition 911: The Emergency Course On What To Eat
I highly recommend this series of articles. It takes some time to read, but WELL worth it. :-) http://steve-edwards.blogspot.com/2010/05/nutrition-911-emergency-course-on-what.html
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Your Abs Are Created in the Kitchen! Really!
Sure, P90X and Insanity were important to my transformation, but I SWEAR it's the change in my eating habits that started last January that changed my body. I had been working out for YEARS, but until I understood CLEAN EATING, my body didn't change. Don’t just track you’re the food you eat, track the INGREDIENTS of the…
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Before and Afters - P90X/Insanity
Before Beachbody - unhealthy, not fit - BAD eating habits After P90X Lean and Insanity - January thru July 2010 - CLEAN eating
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Starting Brazil Butt Lift Oct 4 - Who wants to join me?
I'm patiently waiting for my package to arrive, but as soon as I'm doing with my P90X/Insanity hybrid I'm going to take on Brazil Butt Lift! Anyone want to do the four weeks with me??
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254 days of P90X and Insanity :-)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2TaL--Vxzs
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Amazing inspiration
http://youtu.be/8SbXgQqbOoU
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New - 40, female and obsessed!
I am a wife and mom of two children, trying to set a good example for my family and friends and meet my health and fitness goals. As of today, I have followed a Beachbody workout program and nutrition plan for TWO HUNDRED FORTY THREE DAYS! I started P90X in January 2010 and completed the Lean program in May. THEN, I did…
