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Doing a (sprint) Triathlon! Advice!
Hi All, Going to start training for my first Sprint Triathlon (which will be in 2014) in a few weeks! What advice do you have for a new/future Triathlete!
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Plateau Since December - Help?
Alright. Here it is. SW: 227.6 GW: 150-ish CW: 191-195 Have not lost anything since December. Been going between 195 to 191 since than. My lowest was 187.6 Height: 5.0 I am currently do the TDEE/BMR method, trying to watch my carbs (and yes, when you read my diary you will find I struggle hard with it) and trying to each…
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On All Fours - Knees
heheheh... anyway, doing Debbie Sieber's Slim in 6. There are a lot of knee strenuous workouts (lunges, squats, etc). Than she has you do a section called "All Fours" where you are on your knees and hands doing butt exercises. Problem is, between the squats and lunges and than kneeling on all fours (I have hard wood floors…
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Protein Powder NON SHAKE Recipes
Anyone have any good recipes that use protein powder that aren't shakes? Trying to get more protein and less carbs in my diet! Post em below!
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Plateau Since December --- Need help please
Alright. Here it is. SW: 227.6 GW: 150-ish CW: 191-195 Have not lost anything since December. Been going between 195 to 191 since than. My lowest was 187.6 I am currently do the TDEE/BMR method, trying to watch my carbs (and yes, when you read my diary you will find I struggle hard with it) and trying to each more healthy…
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Favorite At Home Workout Program
Just like the title says - tell me your favorite! I've done 30 Day Shred and started Ripped in 30
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What A Week Of Groceries Looks Like Around The World
A friend sent this to me, thought it was super interesting! http://fstoppers.com/what-a-week-of-groceries-looks-like-around-the-world
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30 Day Shred - My Story (with pics)
Hi! I started 30DS with the expectation of shedding lots of inches and a few pounds. After 34 days, I finished and took measurements. I had lost 0 pounds....that's right, NOT ONE! and I only lost 4, count them, 1,2,3,4 inches. Now, am I telling you this not discourage you? No. I am not. I am reminding everyone to take…
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2050 Calories A DAY?!
So, I did some calculations with the Scooby's Calorie Calculator and it says I should be eating 2050 calories, A DAY! Holy cow! Could this possibly be right? Stats: 5'0 SW: 227 CW: 194 LW: 187 GW: 175 UGW: 150ish Stalled since November Just finished 30DS, saw a difference but no pounds lost Starting Ripped in 30 on…
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5'0 Girls - Need Some Advice
Hi ladies (or men, if you so choose) I'm 5'0 and currently 193. I've lost 34lbs (my lowest weight was 187). MFP has me at 1410 for calories, and I'm not losing. I upped it to 1700, didn't lose, went to 1600, didn't lose, and am now back down to 1410, still not losing. 2 (or so) weeks ago I was 190 and I've been fluctuating…
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Stuck Since November
Alright - here goes. I have been stuck since November. I thought it was the holidays, but even since, I still haven't lost any weight. My lowest weight was 187, which was 40lbs lost. I am currently 190, so it's 37 pounds gone. I don't know what to do anymore. Stats: 5'0 SW: 227 CW: 190 Starting Pant Size: 20 Current Pant…
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Protein Powder....
I'm sure it's been posted a million times but I tried to do some searching and couldn't find exactly what I was looking for. I am looking for a protein powder that will use up extra calories, add to my protein intake for the day but will not bulk me up or make me gain weight. Any suggestions? I would like to mix it with…
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Prep for Climb
Hello All. In March I am participating in the Fight for Air Climb in Michigan, which involves climbing 70 flights (1035 steps) of stairs. My gym does not have a stair climber and I am looking for ideas on how to prep. Being as this is Michigan, doing football stadium steps would be pretty out of the question since it's…
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Favorite At Home Workout DVD
Let me hear them
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What do you buy more of...
What do you buy more of now that you have lost weight? (even if you are in the process of loosing weight) Me, I buy more dresses and skirt, cutesy ones that would have never looked good on me or fit me before!
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Time to pat yourself on the back!
Yup, it's that time. Share with everyone what your proudest moment has been so far in your weight loss/gain (for those who are building muscle, recovering from eating disorders, etc) journey! and/or Share with everyone one thing you have noticed that has changed that you are most happy about!
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nearly 30lbs down and ONEderland hit!
Hi all My name is Abby. My starting weight was 227.6 and my current weight is 198.2. I am 5'0 I have lost 29.4 pounds and 24.75 inches. On August 4 it will be 6 months. I am no where near being done, but I feel like I've come a long way!
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23 pounds down, nearly halfway there!
Hi All. I'm Abby. I have been going on MFP for 141 days! I am 5'0 and my starting weight was 227.6. My first photo was 221.6, I was six pounds down at that point. The second photo is me a few days ago, 23 pounds down. I'm posting, not for a lot of compliments, but to show people that it's possible and 20 pounds can make a…
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Sports Bra - Larger Breasts
Hi Ladies! I am currently a 42DD and am looking for a sports bra. I REALLY would like to get one without underwires for extra comfort but, does anyone have any suggestions? I am not looking to spend a fortune either, I already have too with my regular bras lol!
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NSV - Jeans
My freshman and sophomore years of college (2004-2005) I had a FAVORITE pair of jeans. They have not buttoned since than. Although there is a muffin top, the pants will now button! They were in the goodwill pile, but now, I am keeping them so in a few more months, I can see them fall off of me :)
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Water and weak bladder....
Hi All. Does anyone else struggle with getting all of their water in each day, not because they don't like it, but because they have a weak bladder? I am 25 and have no kids, but have suffered from kidney stones and lots of bladder infections, resulting in a lot weaker of a bladder (I am not sure it those issues were the…
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Healthy Food Blogs/Websites
Hi All. I love Skinnytaste.com but does anyone know any other healthy/skinny food/recipe blogs or websites? I have to start changing up my meals or I'll get bored!
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every pound matters
I was not going to post this, but seeing as it's hard to realize what a difference a few pounds can make sometimes, I wanted to share with people who may be having a hard time realizing that as little as 5-10 pounds can make a difference. It may not be huge, but it's something.
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Tanning Lotion Help!
So, I know I will get a load of messages about how tanning is bad, but! For those of you who do tan, I have a question. I am pretty darn light skinned, however, with work, tan pretty well. I am going to start going to a tanning booth at least once a week to try to get some color on me (I feel better when I don't look…
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Duh Duh DUH.... Stretch Marks!
Alright, I have them and haven't even had children. Mine are mainly around back area. What do you use to reduce the redness and "get rid of them"?
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What pet name do you hate?
I just saw someone on my FB page call their girlfriend "Babydoll" and it made me mildly nauseous! What is your least favorite pet name?
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Pasta.......
I am a pasta junky, but the calories are just sooo high. Any suggestions on lower calorie pasta choices?
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Any 5'1 girls out there?
I am 5'1 and weight 223.6 right now (started at 227). Do any girls have before and after pix they could share with me that are similar to height and weight as me? I would love to see the change in girls my height and weight. It's hard to compare with before and after pictures of girls who are 5'7 but weigh the same. Thanks…
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Fajitas?
I'm going out to dinner tonight and am getting fajitas. The restaurant we are going too doesn't have nutritional information. Would anyone mind checking my diary and seeing if they think I tracked it correctly? It seems low. I plan to have three fajitas with chicken, steak with cheese and sour cream and lettuce.
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HRM
Who has a HRM and what brand? Looking to buy one and wanted some ideas. Not looking to spend a TON of money though.
