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NSV I got called an "ant" at work
I work at a zoo and frequently have to lift and carry heavy things. My co worker mentioned that I was like an ant because I'm "tiny, but can lift 50 times my weight". I have been strength training for almost a year because I'm only 4'11" and my previous regimen of cardio only exercise left me skinny but embarrassingly…
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Delicious, low cal butternut squash pasta sauce
I love creamy sauces. A zippy tomato sauce may hit the spot every now and then, but a truly comforting pasta dish is slathered in creamy goodness. How do these sauces get to be so creamy? Cream and fat. Not the best foods to be eating when you want something low calorie But after stumbling across a recipe for butternut…
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Are there any recipes using yeast that aren't bread/alcohol?
I'm just curious. My mom is going through a bread baking phase and bought some new yeast, but this only happens a couple times a year, so if last year is any indication, we won't go through the entire jar before it goes bad. So, are there any uses for yeast that isn't a bread or alcohol? A quick google revealed nothing…
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I found a super easy way to cut open spaghetti squash!
If any of you are fans of spaghetti squash, you know how difficult it is to actually *get* the thing open. I'm honestly surprised that I haven't stabbed myself in the chest try to work a knife through one of those gourds. But, this Halloween my sister bought a battery powered pumpkin carver. I took one look at it, glanced…
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I'm looking for healthy oven-less summer recipes
We're reconstructing our kitchen, and the construction/destruction/noise and mess starts next week. The entire process will take about six weeks, and for a good portion of that time (not quite sure how long, but it will be a matter of weeks) we will not be able to use our oven. We will have access to a microwave, a plug in…
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Mac 'n cheese dip. Low cal! With pic.
I just made a fantastic discovery, and I'm naming it "Mac n' cheese dip". (The picture doesn't do this dip justice. You'll just have to take my word that cheesy goodness is hiding beneath this dip's pale, blasé exterior). Why do I call it "Mac n cheese dip?" Because it tastes just like Mac n cheese!!! I haven't had Kraft…
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Southwest meatloaf with chipotle glaze
First of all, YUM. This recipe is a winner. It scored a thumbs up from my health food-phobic brother AND my super picky little sister. This meatloaf is a super healthy, family friendly recipe that will actually leave you feeling satisfied. Its also a good way to sneak in some veggies! Secondly, its super easy. There's a…
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What to do with silken tofu?
Hello! I have a carton of silken tofu that, army current rate, I won't be able to use before it goes bad. Do any of you have any recipes? Here's what I'm looking for -Something that's lower in calories -No smoothies/shakes. I just don't really like them all that much -Savory or sweet; it doesn't matter. I will love you…
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MFP calorie goal vs The Scooby calculator goal?
I switched to maintenance about a month ago, mostly because I am happy with my weight, but want to work on gaining muscle. MFP says I need to be eating 1440 calories, plus exercise calories, to maintain. However, when I put my stats into the Scooby calculator, it says that my TDEE is just a hair shy of 1600. For both…
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activities/sports that give you a streng training work out?
I want to get into strength training, but lifting weights for me is so dull. I can't find the motivation to do a work out well. I have several sets of work outs, but whenever I'm at the gym I just can't find a lot of motivation. I always complete them, but I fart around a lot, and wait a lot longer between sets than I…
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Fellow short ladies? How much do you eat/exercise/weigh?
Hey, I'm 4'11" (and d@mn proud, thank you very much :P). I'm curious as to how much you other short gals are eating, what type of exercising you do, and what your weight is (and measurements, if you feel comfortable). The reason I'm curious is because I want to go to maintenance. At this point I mostly want to gain more…
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NSV: My first half-marathon
I finished my first half marathon today! Before I started running, I never would have imagined being able to compete in an event like this. If you had asked me which sport I had the least amount of skill in, I would have answered basketball, because I am a 4'11" white girl and that kind of stuff just doesn't come naturally…
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Why you should always make sure your car is locked
Because if you don't, some A-hole will steal your crap. Like your credit/debit cards. And your cash. The $100 your grandparents forced on you, and the $300 you earned from dog sitting the hounds from hell. I went for a run this morning at a local prairie reserve. When I got back to my car, I noticed the door was only half…
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Where the frell are all the 'scapers at?
Are there any other Farscape fans out there? Farscape has gotta be one of my favorite shows. I love the absolute wacky insanity the show throws at you while at the same time providing dramatic story lines and tear-worthy character development. Its not often that you find such a flamboyant scifi show that actually focuses…
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Healthy yogurt dip recipes?
I was wondering if any of you had some good greek yogurt dip recipes? I love adding salsa to greek yogurt to make a creamy salsa, and making ranch dressing with thee yogurt as a base, but I want some more recipes. So, come on and throw your ideas at me.
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My T.A.R.D.I.S. door
Two years ago, when I was a Junior in college, I was still living in the dorms. I decided that the bland door needed some decoration. And blue paper was a mere 15 cents per foot. Thus, the TARDIS door was born. And here's a picture of the white board, where I got a bit creative in my drawing. Sadly the TARDIS door had to…
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Sodium requirements after excessive sweating?
Well, for those of you who live in the US, particularly those living in the midwest and east coast, this summer has been excruciatingly hot, humid, and rainless. I run three times a week, for at least an hour, and by the end of the run I am drenched in sweat. If I don't take a shower right away, I find that after my sweat…
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How accurate are online "calories burned" calculators?
I know that most calculators over estimate, but I was wondering if anyone knows by how much. I don't have a HRM, and by what I've read on this site they are the most accurate way of measuring. Is there a general rule I can follow to determine how many calories I've *actually* burned, or will I just have to err more on the…
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Strength training regimen for beginners?
Hey, I'm just starting to try to get into strength training, but I'm at a loss of where to start and what to do. I've gone to my local fitness center a couple times and exercised with weights, but I felt like I was just farting around, and spent more time trying to decide what exercises I should do then I spent actually…
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How does running/exercise affect your appetite?
I run three days a week (about six miles each times, sometimes more) and I find that on days that I run, my physical appetite barely increases, but my mental appetite (the voice that tells me to to eat because I'm bored, because it'll taste good, because why not?) drastically decreases. I don't really get "the munchies" on…
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Need interesting low cal flavors of microwave popcorn
Hello every one! Does anyone know any brands that sell interesting flavors of popcorn, that are also low calorie? Basically, anything that isn't butter or kettlecorn flavored. Jolly Time has Caramel Apple flavored popcorn which is DELICIOUS (especially with a little added cinnamon. Oh my word). But I'm having a bit of…
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Making fro-yo: Greek vs. regular yogurt?
I recently pulled out the old ice cream maker with the intention of making my own frozen yogurt. But I started wondering whats the best type of yogurt to use. Does anyone have fro-yo making experience and can fill me in?
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How far can I safely run?
Hello everybody! I've just recently began to run long distance, and I'm wondering what kind of rest I need to give my body. I used to run for six miles, three times a week. That's a pretty good distance in itself, but these past couple weeks I've upped the distance. I ran 8.1 miles last monday, 8.7 on wednesday, my normal…
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Ciambotta (hearty vegetable stew)
Guys,throw away your canned soup. This stew is good. I mean really, really good. Its thick, its savory, its full of vegetables, and its low cal. You can't ask for a better recipe. Most of the calories from this recipe come from the olive oil used (about 1/3). Personally, I could use more healthy fat in my diet, but you can…
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How do I log a running pace not listed in the database?
Hello! I've been wondering this for awhile. I run three times a week, and my distance/pace varies somewhat. For instance, today I ran 6.4 miles in 1hr 6 minutes. That's a pace of 10 minutes and 23 seconds per mile. However, the closest running speeds that MFP lists are 10 minutes and 11.5 minutes per mile. How should I log…
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Do you eat anyway if you've exercised but are not hungry?
I've heard that you should only eat when you're hungry. I've also heard that under eating is harmful, and you should always net your bmr. Well, I went for a six mile run today and then spent 3.5 hours packing, carrying heavy boxes, bags, etc. I burned quite a few calories, but so far today (its a quarter past five where…
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In need of some low cal rhubarb recipes!
Hey everybody! My mom's rhubarb plant is HUGE this year. There's so much of it, and we only have one rhubarb recipe. We have waaayyy too much rhubarb for only one recipe. Its a pretty darn good recipe, but this plant looks like it belongs in Little Shop of Horrors. So, do any of you have healthy rhubarb recipes?…
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I need help calculating how many calories I should consume
Hello everybody. I joined Mfp about a month ago, realizing that I needed to up my calorie intake (there were days where I would only consume 800-900 calories. Not good). Since I've joined I've been eating at least 1200 (sometimes a bit less, and often times more on days when I run) However, I don't think its enough, and…
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Here's a fun little NSV
Here's a fun little NSV Some friends and I went to a park for an end of the school year party and decided to play a game of freeze tag (yes, we're college seniors who like to play tag. Don't judge us 'cause we like to have fun :P) As a short (4'11") stocky person, I've never been a good runner. Even as a kid, I was slow…
