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need help: extreme exhaustion and panic attacks
So to make a long story short, I've been under extreme stress the last couple of months: 4 close loved ones are very ill, 1 with no chance of recovery, and the 3 others in varying degrees of potential success. (I've been providing care for all of them at some point or another) In addtion, my dh and I had our hearts broken…
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NSV: Canoeing!!!!!!
So I'm so proud of myself I just had to share!! I've not been in a canoe for about 5 years. Its not just extra weight that kept me off, its the awkward clumsiness that comes with it. Uncoordination and canoes DO NOT mix. anyway, since I joined MFP I'm down about 40 pounds but have gained a lot of coordination, strength,…
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Walking Revelation! (NSV)
Ok, this is a little crazy to share but we're all friends here right?? So today I went for a 39 minute walk. No biggie right? Well I did it in heels, since I forgot my runners at home. I did it, without even thinking about it. I was out enjoying the beautiful day and took advantage of my lunchbreak for something…
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Any walkathons coming up in Ontario Canada?
I'm not ready for running yet, but I would like to participate in some charity walkathons this spring/summer. do you know of any, or any websites I could check to find some? Thanks!
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Is "deflection" a symptom of a bigger problem???
I've been on here since August, and I've noticed that many many people rant/blog or post about things that other members are doing. It seems to happen over and over again. For example, people are offended over: Others using bad language Others talking about God/religion Others keeping their diaries closed Others losing too…
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What does "being supportive" mean to you??
In regards to MFP, I've always thought that "being supportive" meant taking the time to comment in a respectful manner when someone is actively working towards their goal. (eg "good job", "fabulous burn" etc) I also think its means that when a person is struggling, and you see that they are clearly doing something that is…
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I just read an amazing post and had to share
I found this to be poignant and profound. I hope you like it.... http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/viviakay/view/the-in-between-90565
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Whole food/ good fat replacements for butter???
I already avoid most dairy products but I just found out from my doctor that I may have an intolerance to butter. Testing will come back in a few weeks, but I'd like to get a jump on changes if possible. So I'm hoping you folks can help me find some suitable alternatives to butter. I don't use it it very often, but when I…
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Please clarify this for me: calories or grams
On the food dairy....under "carbs", "fat" and "protein" is it listing in calories or grams??? Is that the same as the full report? thanks!
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Applause or Intervention... that is the question
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/redefiningmyself/view/applause-or-intervention-that-is-the-question-86402 What say you?
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Ladies: What changes have you seen regarding PMS
Normally, I have no issue. Ever. Except the slight increase in carb cravings... But this week has knocked me on my *kitten*. I'm exhausted, my boobs hurt, I'm overly emotional. - very unlike me. I thought that taking off weight was suppose to help with symptoms not make them worse. So what about you? What have you…
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Weight loss & pregnancy success stories
I'd like to hear about success stories of people who have taken off weight and then became pregnant. How much did you take off before getting pregnant? How was your pregnancy? - basically I'm looking for any happy stories you care to share. Thanks!
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I got big news to share....err maybe I should say little new
So I've been struggling for 2 months to get over my plateau. I tried some of the tricks people posted and it didn't work, so I had a chat with the owner of the gym who taught me some ways to increase the quality of my workouts. And I talked to my doctor who tweaked my diet choices and voila - off came another 9 pounds in…
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Are HRMs useful for interval training??
I was stuck on a plateau for 2 months, so I had a meeting with the gym's trainer, who suggested I shake things up a bit by doing interval training. So now I do an aerobic cardio exercise for as hard as I can for 10 minutes, then do weights for 10-20 minutes or so (2-3 reps) then back to cardio for another 10 minutes and so…
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Give me one good reason why you are fabulous!
I'm tired of reading complaints and rants by all the self-haters here. So give it to me good - give me at least 1 good reason why you are a fabulous person!!! Come on... I know you can do it! :flowerforyou:
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high iron foods???
Aside from red meat, what are some foods that are exceptionally high in iron? thank you! :)
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Anyone else feeling extra cold this winter??
I'm happy to report I'm down 34 pounds since i started in the middle of August. But this winter has been soooo cold. I get it, I have less insulation then I had last winter. But yowzah, I can't remember the last time I actually felt warm. I even bought long johns last night. Today is the first time I've worn them since…
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AAAAAAAAAARRRRRGGGGHHHH!!!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRGGGHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! ALMOST made it through the day relatively intake, till I went to the kitchen to get a glass of water and found AN OPEN BOWL OF CHOCOLATE COVERED ALMONDS!!!!!!!!! What the hell???? I'm already struggling so much this week, and I just couldn't pass them up, so now I'm waaaaay over…
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Walking and Shopping question
Well, tis the season, and so I have a marathon shopping day coming up - 12 hours straight with a couple of friends. Its kinda our way of kicking off the holiday season together. Anyway, since I normally sit at a desk job, I want to log part of that as exercise that day. I see on some people's profiles they have "walking…
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At home exercises for hips?
I haven't taken any inches off my hips in about 3 weeks. - what are some good exercises I can do at home to target this area? thanks everyone! (BTW I usually walk or use a stationary bike for exercise now, plus some dancing and occasional other stuff.)
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POLL: What weightloss plan/philosophy do you follow?
Its interesting to see so many different view points on weightloss and what is necessary for your own personal success. So I was curious, what plan/ philosophy are you following, and how did you decide it was the right one for you? I'll go first... I've tried many diets in the past, and failed each time. This time I am…
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Plateaus: how often and at what lbs down is typical?
I just want to be prepared for the future, because we all know at some point a plateau is going to happen when lots of weight needs to come off. So I am curious what your experiences have been. Have you noticed any pattern about how often you've plateaued? does it happen after a certain number of week's or months? Or do…
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How to count jog/ walk combos?
I've started (as of today) to do a walk jog combo, but I can't seem to find how to track that. I've seen it on other people's counters, so there must be a way. Any recommendations? thanks!
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5 week projection - how accurate
For those of you who have been here a while, how accurate have you found the 5 week projection? thanks.
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Can I get a whoop - whoop!
Its been my first week, and I've been working really hard this past week and more then doubled my estimated exercise. I just weighed myself for the first time, and I'm down 13 pounds and 3 inches!!!!! I geared myself up to have no expectations when I got on the scale and had the attitude that eating healthy and exercising…
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Question for the ladies
When you first started on MFP did you notice any chance in your cycles? EG earlier, later, more regular, more irregular etc. thanks.
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Confused about this week's weigh in - any opinions of what's
Hi ya! I'm a little confused on this week's weigh in. This week I weighed in at the same week as last, but I'm down 4 inches. Any thoughts on what's going on?? (Also I'm not sure if it matters, but this week of the month I am usually up a bit with water weight. if you know what I mean) Anyway, thanks, for your thoughts. :)
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Need help with free strength exercises
Hi all, I just joined not too long ago, and I've been doing pretty well with walking, biking and swimming. But I need some ideas of free strength exercises I can do at home. I would prefer something that could be done outside since its so nice outside these days. But it needs to be free. I don' t have the money right now…
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two little cookies.....staring at me with their big brown ch
This is only day 4 for me, but everyone's got to start somewhere right?? I found this website a few days ago, signed up and have been feeling really motivated. and then it happened. My husband brought a box of cookies into the room. Now these aren't just any cookies. These are cookies that he bought while we were on…
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Just wanted to say hello
Hi all, I'm new here, this is my first day. I am so excited to start working with myfitnesspal, to reach my goals. I know that from trying in the past, that I do best when I have a support system, so I am open to hearing all about your journeys to reach your own weightloss goals, plus any advice you have for me. thanks…
