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I think I'm addicted to ice cream
I am hitting all my calories and goals and doing great until after dinner. Then, all I can think about is the ice cream in my freezer. I've been busting my calorie goal every night because of this. Grrrr! Frustrating! It's weird..like I can't stand the thought of it being in there uneaten. A lot of my friends don't even…
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Suggestions for More Successful Weekends?
We spend time with friends over the weekends and go to peoples' houses. I am going waaaay over on my calories on the weekends and also having challenges sticking to my exercise schedule due to how busy we are on weekends. Also- I'm finding it's tough to pre-plan my food diary when we go to potlucks, etc. Any ideas?
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Coming Back After Being On and Off
Hi everyone. I am back after a long period of off and on. I am determined to stay focused and reach my goal weight and have realized being on here really helps. I am aiming to post my calories daily because I see a big difference when I do. Thanks for the support!
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How to find a gym buddy?
I know how helpful it is to have someone to meet at the gym to be accountable to, but it seems like everyone there already knows each other. How do you find someone like you to meet up with?
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How do you get used to smaller portions?
I'm still having challenges accepting what a real serving of pasta, ice cream, and chips, etc. is. What helps you to stick to smaller servings and still feel satisfied?
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The Craving Cure
Found this book at the library called The Craving Cure. Its really good so far and is helping me to understand why I have cravings and how to control them. I thought this might be helpful to others too!
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After dinner snacking...still my downfall
I have slacked off on my calorie counting for awhile but I know where my big problem is. I am totally addicted to snacking between 8-10pm. What I eat isn't horrible or terribly unhealthy-but its enough to keep me from losing weight! Every single night I feel like I restless until I have a sweet snack or big bowl of…
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What was your biggest weight loss setback? How did you fix i
Please share your stories of how you got back up again, when you would have stayed down in the past. How did you overcome the setbacks?
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What's the one bad habit you're going to fight to get rid of
So much of this journey is about bad habits and switching them to good habits. I am going to stop stress eating after 8:30 at night, and do yoga instead. How about you? What's the biggest habit that's bringing down your goals and dreams? What are you going to replace it with?
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I walked past the pizza!
They were offering pizza at my work and I thought, do I want to be wearing that on my body tomorrow? I decided, no, it wasn't worth it and came home and had a healthy lunch. I am proud of myself and just had to share it! It's rare that I've walked past free hot food after working hard at work, but I did it!
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Healthy Ideas for Easter Potluck?
My church is having a big potluck for Easter and I am a little nervous because I don't want to regret what I ate the next day. Bringing healthy but yummy food will help. Any ideas for filling stuff that tastes good too, and that will help me keep my hands off the chocolate cake,pie, cookies and fattening burgers?
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30 Day Shred Everyday Too Much?
I'm a little confused. I've heard working the same body part with weights daily isn't good, so how can it not be overtraining to do the 30 Day Shred dvd on a daily basis? Would love to hear your thoughts!
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Where do you want to be one month from now?
Ok. If I don't set a goal, I know my weight will probably bounce around instead of dropping. My goal this month is to do weights at least 2x's a week, try a new class at my gym, and do at least 30 minutes of cardio outside of my daily hours in the pool teaching swimming. My weight loss goal is to lose 6 pounds and hit 139.…
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What did you think of latest Biggest Loser Episode?!
Wow. I was really shocked by the last Biggest Loser. I think it was the toughest one to watch so far. What did you think?
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Do you watch the show Heavy?
Just curious who watches this show, and what your thoughts are on it. I think it's amazing to see the transformations. I love these kinds of reality shows!
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Favorite Biggest Loser Contestant?
I am totally hooked on this show. Who is your favorite contestant and why? Right now mine is Courtney. I love her attitude and determination. It's so cool to see how far she's come. I am really rooting for her to hit her goals!
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Clean Eaters-friend me!
My goal is to eat clean all the time, but I need the support of others who are ahead of me and more disciplined at it. So please, friend me if you are a clean eater and have great tips on sticking to the clean eating lifestyle!
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Have you used a personal trainer?
Just curious who has used a trainer. If you did, what difference did it make for you? Do you think it's worth the money?
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How do you stay consistent?
Yesterday, I asked how people pushed past their plateaus, and the responses were really helpful! Now, I would really love to know what tricks/habits help you stay more consistent? I think consistency is the missing link for a lot of us!!
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What was it that pushed you past the plateau?
I feel like I tend to get to a certain point and stay there. I'm curious what it was that you changed to get results and stay where you want to be?
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Little success, but big step in the right direction!
Had to post this because I am so proud of myself! I was walking through Costco the other day and they had samples on every aisle. I ate the healthy ones and walked past the high sugar and high fat ones. It felt so good to know I chose better for myself, and now I'm not wearing bad choices on my hips!
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What's Your Favorite Sandwich Recipe?
Please share your favorite sandwich recipe! I am getting tired of peanut butter and jelly, and would love to hear your low-cal but flavor packed ideas!
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Need to lose only 15-20 pounds? Friend me!
I have a goal to lose about 16 more pounds, and would love the support of others in the same boat!
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Need Some Success
It seems every time I set a weight loss goal, I have setback after setback. I have had one crisis after another this past month, and I can't even believe I'm still standing. I am disciplined and determined and I have my goals written down, but when I get thrown off my feet, I find it so distracting emotionally and…
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What inspires you?
I would love to hear your most inspiring things that keep you going!
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What habits help you succeed?
Please share the most important habits that help you succeed!
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What Are Your Goals This Week?
This week I will do No More Trouble Zones and Weight Loss Yoga , along with a half hour of swimming (cardio) on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday I will do 30 Day Shred along with ten minutes of Power Sculpt. I will do ten minutes (starting small!) of yoga Mon, Wed, Fri, Saturday and Sunday in…
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snacks on the go?
Does anyone have any good ideas for filling snacks to bring along in the car?
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What Are Your Goals This Week?
I am going to post my goals weekly through Saturday, January 22nd. Hope you will join me and post your weekly goals too! Here are mine: * Cardio daily for one hour * Weights three times this week * Keep track of my calories daily and stay within my range * No eating after 8pm
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Clean Eaters?
Would love to be friends with others who strive to eat clean. It isn't the easiest thing to do with the way others around me eat, so I appreciate the support!
