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Vegetarians, Hippies, New Age, Mystics LET'S BE FRIENDS
I want some weird and wonderful alternative, eclectic people in my mix. Straight laced, conservative, black and white, linear, normal, accountants, people that don't like the beach, and "The Man" need not apply. If you are a part of any of these groups, feel free to add me as a friend and it would be nice if you left me a…
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Incorporating Lunar Timing Into Your Life for SUCCESS
We all know the lunar phases govern the tides and farmers garden based on these phases. Since we are mostly made up of water, it stands to reason that the moon may affect us too. Much of success in life relies on good timing. Here are simple ways you can begin to incorporate lunar timing into your life and align yourself…
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South Beach Vegetarian Lifestyle
So, based on a lot of research into my body type and such, I'm going to be embarking on a lower carb, South Beach - type vegetarian lifestyle. I really think this is going to be the best move for me since my body never processed refined carbs well in the first place. I just don't know how to even begin! I can't just load…
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Zip Lining?
Ok, this is not really fitness or exercise but I didn't know where else to put this. I'm visiting Costa Rica in April and I really want to try zip lining, but I'm concerned that my thighs might not fit through the harnesses. I'm bottom heavy and I have 34" thighs and I read on a message board that there is a 30" limit for…
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Craving Salt?
I don't mean salty foods. I walked into the break room at work today and while talking to a coworker, absent mindedly picked up a packet of salt and started eating it. I've never done this. My coworker said it had something to do with low adrenals? Can someone break this down in simple terms?
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Joining a Gym But I HATE GYMS
Well, I'm finally breaking down and joining a gym, even though I have an innate dislike for gyms on so many levels. HOW CAN I GET OVER THIS AND LEARN TO LOVE THE GYM?
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Too Fat to Ice Skate?
I used to love ice skating as a kid but am I too fat to skate now?? I worry that I might fall and injure myself since I've got so much more.. "mass" now. Any big skaters out there?
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Strangest Place You've Noticed Weight Loss?
This morning I was putting on my boots and as I went to zip them up, I noticed something I've never experienced before: They weren't snug around my calf! There was a noticeable space between my calf/ankles and the boots. This is monumental for me because I've always had large calves and had a very difficult time finding…
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I'm Back Here Again: How Should I Begin??
So I had a fabulous few months over the spring here at MFP and made so many great changes! I dropped almost 25 pounds! Then life got in the way. (As it has a habit of doing). I won't weigh you down with the details but know that all's well that ends well and things have settled down quite a bit. And about 5-10 pounds came…
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Endo Pear Body Type
I just found out that my body type is an Endo Pear. Does anyone know a good exercise routine for a fairly overweight Endo Pear body type? Thanks!
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Pre-Workout Snack or Empty Stomach?
Is it better to have a snack before working out or to go on an empty stomach? If my goal is maximum fat burn? And if I should have a snack, what would the most ideal snack be? Thanks!
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Snap, Crackle, Pop Knees
Why do my knees create a symphony of Snap- Crackle- Pop sounds when I do squats? Is there something wrong with me? Or a way to end the creaky knees? I'm only 30!
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Is it OK to do Couch to 5K two days in a row?
I just finished Couch to 5K Week one yesterday, and did another 30 minutes of walking and 7.5 minutes of running (by run, I really mean very slow jog) after in the following order: 90 seconds run, walk, 3 minutes run, walk, 3 minutes of run, cool down.<--- Personal best! I feel ready to face the challenge of Week 2 and I'm…
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Random Jeff Goldblum Post
Ok. I've always had a quirky crush on Jeff Goldblum. If this man isn't sexy, I don't even know what is. Jeff Now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=XrSwCWvdFBk Jeff Then: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPh59jOoiEs He get's my vote for SEXIEST MAN ALIVE OF ALL TIME EVER ANYWHERE. That is all. Carry on.
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Who's Had Success Eating Back Exercise Calories?
I've been working out a lot harder this week than I have in the last 2 months combined. I've been hungrier lately, but looking back over my diary, I'm not eating back all my exercise calories. Of course I'm nervous to, but I'd like to. Can I hear from some people that have had success consistently eating back their…
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Any Big (300+) Girls Tried COUCH to 5K?
I think the subject says it all. I'm thinking of starting, but it seems like I'd need to modify the program for my extra mass. I'm just starting to jog and the thought of jogging a 5K thrills me. Any big ladies tried this and succeeded? I'm about 315 but pretty athletic despite this. Am I crazy to even try?
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Which Celebrity Would You Give Your Xtra Weight To?
if you could give all of your extra pounds to any celeb, which would it be?
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Challenges of a Fat Belly & Fitness
This might be graphic and unimaginable to some people on here who are only looking to increase their thigh gap, to lose a little bit of baby weight chub, or those looking to tone up or even gain weight. But for the very large, especially people like me, with more than 100lbs to lose, this might be common. Having a large…
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Tabouli.
Has anybody got a really good, tested tabouli recipe? I have all the ingredients for it but no recipe.
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Has anyone seen Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead?
If so, what did you think of it? I just watched it and found it supremely inspiring. I have been making an effort to eat a more plant-based diet but this is just the extra motivation I need to invest in a juicer. Has anyone seen this documentary? Better yet, has anyone tried a Reboot? How'd it go?
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Show me where you live!
Today's Assignment: Take a photo of your home, front lawn, or view from you home and post it. Will be interesting to see the diversity in the way we live. Ok, GO!
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Sexy BIG Butt Thread!
Moderator note - Sorry to be a spoilsport but please be mindful of the guidelines when posting pictures 12. No Profane, Vulgar, Sexually Explicit or Illegal Images All images on the site, including all profile pictures and images posted in the forums, should be work-place friendly. While we reserve the right to remove any…
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Belly Dancing is SO MUCH FUN!!
I haven't worked out in about a week. I was losing my steam. I don't LOVE working out to begin with. Then I found this today and I think I finally found my fitness soulmate: Belly Dancing! I can't even explain to you how much fun I just had doing this workout and I was definitely working up a sweat. And the arms movements…
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I Don't Eat My BMR, is this OK?
MY LAWD this is all so confusing! So I'm at my first month here at MFP and I'm feeling fit and fabulous after dropping some weight. I just have a clarifying question about the calories that I'm eating. I eat around 1700 per day and I'm really happy with this, and of course I'm experiencing an initial weight loss. My…
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Metaphysical Fans? Spiritual But Not Religious?
I know that's such an over-used phrase "I'm spiritual but not religious" but I didn't know any other way of saying it. I am extremely spiritual although do not affiliate with any specific organized religion and I was wondering if there are any other MFP'ers that would like to be friends. I find that there are many aspects…
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The Scale Hates Me: SO Depressed Today. HELP!!
Before I write this, let me preface this by saying that I know the world has bigger problems than my issues with the scale. I know that there are people right now, with no clean water and wondering where their next meal will come from or worse off, starving to death. In the grand scheme of things, my problem is so MINOR. I…
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Positive Statements that Rewire Your Brain
Positive statements and empowering questions (by Tom Venuto) How can I lose fat and enjoy the process? What can I do today that will help me get closer to my weight loss goal? What can I eat right now at this meal that will help me lose body fat? How great am I going to feel after I finish my workout today? My metabolism…
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Hating Your Body vs. Body Acceptance
Something that is saddens me here on MFP and in society as a whole is the amount of comments I see of people putting down and degrading their own bodies. I understand we are trained by society, and even our own mothers, to harshly criticize others and to more harshly criticize ourselves. It's almost as if saying "I like my…
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What's Your Secret Weapon Food?
I think almonds are my Secret Weapon Food. I snack on almonds and the Binge Monster stays at bay. Skip almonds and I turn into Chris Farley in that sketch on SNL when he's dressed as an overweight woman on a diet shoveling fries in her mouth. "LAY OFF ME I'M STARVING!" OMNOMNOMNOM Video clip here:…
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Any Night Owls?
I'm on the East Coast AND a night owl and my feed starts dying around this time. If you're usually up at this time and ACTIVE, let's be friends! - Katy
