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Weight Loss Support Group/Challenge Group
Curious how many of you would be interested in participating a weight loss support group/challenge group? It would be free of course. Not trying to sell anything/non-MLM related, but want to give back to my fellow #cysters (and anyone else interested).
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Weight Loss Support Group/Challenge Group
Curious how many of you would be interested in participating a weight loss support group/challenge group? It would be free of course. Not trying to sell anything/non-MLM related, but want to give back to those looking to lose weight as I've endured my own weight loss journey and know what it's like to not have the right…
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115 DAYS UNTIL SUMMER - Transformation Challenge 2019
That's right, there are 115 days until the first day of summer - so why not make a change starting today? I've decided to start a transformation challenge for anyone who is interested. I will be doing it along with you :) - you're not in this alone! No - you don't have to pay anything; and, NO this is not another MLM. Yes…
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Hypothyroidism/PCOS Success
Four years ago, life caught up with me (eating out, drinking, little to no physical activity, etc.) and my weight was at its highest. I was unhappy and unhealthy at the mere age of 23. After many tears, I decided to try out MyFitnessPal in March 2012 - a free smartphone app and website that tracks diet and exercise to…
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Valentine's Day Gifts
so yet another Hallmark holiday is coming up soon and i'm stumped at what to do for/get my boyfriend this year! any ideas? i was thinking of getting him a Fitbit Blaze (he's never had a Fitbit; although i have one), but i'm not 100% convinced yet that it would get enough use...
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What to do when your parent(s) dislike your SO?
Curious what people think about this one.. what would you do as an adult (i.e. 25+) if your parent(s) expressed that they do not like your significant other?
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Gluten Free Snacks that Actually Taste GOOD!
I started eating gluten free this week hoping that it will help me feel better after doing research about hypothyroidism (diagnosed by my primary, endocrinologist appointment confirmed for August). Looking for suggestions for gluten free snacks that actually taste good before going out on a (potentially expensive) limb and…
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Metformin
So I started Metformin in December 2015... I only really had GI issues for the first few days while my body adjusted and then no issues. I am now taking 2,000 mg/day (1,000 mg twice a day) and all of the sudden for the past week, continuing into this week I am having TERRIBLE GI issues from it. Anyone else experience this?…
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Prolonged Dieting & "Metabolic Damage"
What are your thoughts on prolonged dieting causing what some are referring to as "metabolic damage"? The reason I ask - I am unable to lose weight (actually GAINED weight) despite heavy lifting 3-5x a week plus 4 sessions of cardio a week (2 30 minute steady state, 2 20 minute HIIT), weighing EVERYTHING that goes into my…
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Drying out for a photoshoot
Not really sure which topic to post this under, but I'm curious for advice from others who have experience on how to best (and SAFELY) dry-out for a photoshoot to ensure I look my best (shoot isn't until 5PM day of).
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Gum - do you log it?
Curious to see what others do. I personally don't count it - why count it when I don't ingest it?
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Sex Drive
one thing I'm curious about is how everyone else's sex drive is with PCOS. I have been in a committed relationship for the past two years. Over the course of our relationship, I have gone from 100 to 0 when it comes to sex drive. I was also suddenly diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the beginning of 2015 (coinciding with…
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Bachelorette Party Ideas
HELP - I have to plan my best friend's bachelorette party for this upcoming April/May. Two issues - she is shy/a bit of a prude and the other bridesmaids are cheap! Any suggestions? We live right outside of NYC.
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PCOS, Hypothyroidism & Losing Weight
A little background to start - I started my fitness journey almost 4 years ago and am down 30lbs from my starting (and also highest) weight. I am 27 years old, 5'10" and 194.5lbs to date. I would like to lose about 20 more pounds. I currently lift heavy, with two HIIT sessions plus an Orange Theory class mixed in. I track…
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Co-Workers Comment on Your Food Choices?
does anyone else NEVER hear the end of it from their co-workers when you bring your own, pre-portioned food to work with you? I find it interesting that people feel the need to comment on my choices, meanwhile I don't say one word about theirs. also particularly interesting that the people who chime in with their opinion…
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PSA - Quest's newest release!
Quest will be releasing their newest flavor - mint chocolate chunk - today at 2 PM EST time :) for those love their Quest bars as much as I do!
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What do you look for in a gym?
Just looking to get some feedback from everyone for what they look for when choosing a gym :) I am currently in the middle of discussions regarding opening up my own gym so it would be helpful to hear your thoughts!
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calling all women who LIFT.. heavy!
looking for more female friends who also lift.. being the only girl upstairs doing weights doesn't bother me, but it would be nice to have some MFP friends who i can relate to!
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Pumpkin Flavored Everything!
Soo although the summer is quickly coming to an end, I am super excited for fall as I LOVE anything pumpkin flavored! Anyone come across any good finds yet this season? So far I have purchased Pepperidge Farms Pumpkin Cheesecake cookies from Target - YUM!
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Help with Macros!
I am a 25 year old female weighing 190lbs at 5'10". I exercise 5-6 times a week, lifting weights and doing minimal cardio (30 minutes per session). I am looking to drop more weight/body fat and am eating at the current macro break-out; however, I'm not sure if this is correct as I haven't seen much of any results on the…
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the on-going debate - HELP
i have lost close to a total of 40lbs so far. i am a 25 year old 5'10" female, with 24.3% body fat at roughly 187lbs. my goals have shifted more towards focusing on lifting more and getting my body fat under 20%. a week ago i started to workout 6 days a week where i lift 4 days and do cardio every morning. now nutrition…
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LA Fitness "Master Trainer"
Has anyone done this program through LA Fitness called the "Master Trainer?" You can choose how many times a week you want to train a week for either 28 weeks or 52 weeks (1 year) and from there are charged accordingly. I just made the decision to sign up last night and strength train there twice a week for 28 weeks. Just…
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SOUL CYCLE
i had my first soul cycle experience saturday afternoon and LOVED IT! i can't wait to go back - i already reserved my spot for this saturday and might even try to go one night this week. anybody else go to soul cycle? i know its growing and they are continuing to open up new locations :)
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How to Manage Weightloss while Traveling for Business
Hi guys - I just wanted to get some of your opinions regarding how I can minimize any negative impacts the upcoming travel I am required to do for my job might have on my continued weight loss journey. I will be flying out to Georgia bright and early tomorrow through Friday (back and forth) until the week of December 15…
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Loestrin 24
So I went to my doctor on Friday and she did both blood work and a sonogram - should get the blood work results back by the end of this week. My sonogram shows the typical multiple follicles associated with PCOS. I have always had an irregular period and been on the pill in order to regulate it. I stopped taking the pill…
