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Spinning - good results or not?
With 13lbs left to go, i have a feeling it's going to be a bit of a struggle. I have been looking into joining spinning classes. Has anyone had any success from these?
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Massive belly. Help :(
So far I have lost 20lbs, I started at 157lbs and I am down to 137lbs. I can see the difference in my legs and arms but my belly fat is not shifting. I'm not just talking about a little pooch of fat, I mean it looks like a big fat beer belly and it's really getting me down. I'm not sure if genetics have anything to do with…
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the heartbreak diet
So i've had a crap few weeks, my boyfriend of two years has broken up with me and it's safe to say my appetite has gone out of the window... and because i'm so stressed, upset and heartbroken, exercise is the last thing on my mind at the moment, i just want to hide away in my bed. i know not excerising isn't good for me…
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Middle of the night eating...
Does anyone else ever wake up in the middle of the night to eat? I don't know why i do it but i find myself eating cereal about 2am - it's like i am sleep walking and i do not usually remember doing it until i wake up and see the bowl. Obviously i am worried about this affecting my calorie intake and i'm wondering if…
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Intermittent Fasting; pro's and con's?
I've just started the 16/8 intermittent fasting and i'm just wondering if it is actually beneficial? I have read 100's of times that eating breakfast is vital for metabolism, but this approach skips out breakfast. I wont eat between the hours of 7 - 11am or 8 - 12 depending on what time i am home for dinner. Will i notice…
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will i EVER lose this belly fat (pics)
SW: 157lbs CW: 137lbs GW: 120lbs Height 5'6 Age 24 No children Since I can remember i have always had a big tummy, and for some parts in my life i have been big all over. I started my quest for a new healthy lifestyle in May 2012 and it has been a slow journey as I have only lost 20lbs since then but i must admit, i've had…
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How does water help with weight loss?
Ok so i know it's important to drink lots of water for many reasons, but does it actually help towards weight loss?
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X-TrainFit at home DVDs. Advise?
I have just purchased a set of 3kg dumbbells and the X-TrainFit at home DVDs ready to work myself into a pool of sweat but i'm quite confused about them; I understand this is a 12 week programme, but could anyone advise me on what workouts I need to do and how many times a week? Has anyone had any good results from this…
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does anyone else have a small amount of weight to go?
I have 16lb left until I have hit goal, i have currently lost 20lbs (slowly over the last 7 months) I would ideally love to have lost this by June this year. Is this realistic? any advise on how to lose those last pounds? Thanks :)
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how much weight can i lose in 4 months?
Started: May 2012 SW: 157lbs CW: 137lbs GW: 121lbs Height: 5'6 So, i am more determined than ever to reach my goal weight after a slow start (only 20lbs lost in 8 monts) and ideally I would like to have lost this by June this year, especially on my horrible massive flabby tummy (i've always had it) Will it be possible to…
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any 5'6 women out there?
SW: 157lbs CW: 137lbs GW: 121lbs Age: 24 I'm looking for some 5'6 women who have the same sort of goals as i do or who have achieved their goals and how they did it? My arms and legs are looking better since my 20lb drop and have had a few comments from people saying i dont need to lose anymore but underneath the baggy…
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What kg dumbell should i be using?
I'm just about to order a pair of dumbells to use at home. At the gym i use 3kg ones, should i stick with this weight or up it to 4 or 5kg incase i get too used to the 3kg ones? I don't want to get bulky, i want to get toned. Thanks :)
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feeling guilty after eating sweets
So this morning i went to the gym and put in alot of hard work but i came home and ate four fizzy cola bottles and about 10 chocolate raisins. I feel so guilty. Does anyone else feel my pain?
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Will i ever lose my flabby tummy?
Starting weight: 154lbs Current weight: 137lbs Goal weight: 126lbs Height: 5'6 Since i was a child i have always had a poor diet and since i can remember i have always had a fat belly. I joined my fitness pal in the summer last year and i have lost 20lbs in total but the problem is my stomach. I have a very large and…
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Juicing or replacing meals with smoothies
For one month I will be replacing one meal a day with a smoothie (strawberries, bananas, kiwi, oranges, mango etc) so it's not juicing completely as I am only replacing one meal but has anyone ever done this before? any tips? did you notice any weight loss? Thank you :)
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20lbs to lose in 4 months, is this possible?
CW: 139lbs Height: 5'6 GW: 119 Ok so i need to lose 20lbs, I consume between 1200-1600 calories per day and go to the gym 3/4 times a week where i do 30-40 mins cardio and 20mins lifting. I have a very flabby belly (no children) Is it possbile that I will lose these 20lbs by the end of May and will my big stomach go? Any…
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can i lose 2 stone in 5 months
Hi everyone & happy new year. So i'm 5"6 and 140lbs (10 stone) and i am looking to drop to around 118lbs by the start of June this year, so a loss of 22lbs needs to be done. Can i do this? How easy is it to do this an has anyone else achieved this? i have been given a 1200 a day calorie limit, i exercise 3-4 days per week…
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why have i gained 5lb?
So i've been really trying my hardest with my weight loss in the last few weeks; i've upped my game at the gym, changing my routine, upping the inclines, levels and speeds and spending alot more time on weights, where i would last 40mins at the gym i've been managing 75mins. I'm eating 1200 cals a day, sometimes over, but…
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calorite deficit & excersing but GAINING weight
Hi I've been using MFP since May this year, i have lost 18lbs since; it's been a slow progress but i would rather lose weight sensibly and change my habits than a crash diet that wont work in the long run. My weight loss came to a stall last month, so in the last few weeks i have decided to really make a go of it, i have…
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what actually is the best excercise for weight loss?
This is my current fitness regime; 15mins cross trainer 10mins rowing machine 10 mins exercise bike then 10 mins free weights on arms x3 sets of crunches, x3 sets of squats plank for 1 minute then alternate day using weight machines on my arms and then legs, 20 mins each time. Is the sufficent enough for weight loss or is…
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why am i gaining weight?
So i had a few days off last week, i didn't go over the top with the sweets but i only went to the gym twice and treated myself to a few treats, but still had salads for lunch and dinner, nothing over the top or that should make an impact. I have gone from 9.11lbs to 10.08lbs, i have been to the gym every day this week so…
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anti depressants & weight loss. Help?
Hi I'm really confused regarding anti depressants and weight loss, i know google isn't the best tool to use to find answers sometimes but i'm getting alot of mixed messages and i want to know if some statements are myths or facts. I have been put on 10mg citalopram and some people state they have gained weight, others said…
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does anyone else not notice the difference?
I joined MFP in May and since then i have lost 16 lbs, i am really pleased with myself beacuse for the first time i haven't given up and it's with big thanks to this website i am doing this right, it's a great feeling. BUT i don't feel that i look any differentely, i know my fitness has got better because i can do longer…
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low carb, low fat but ALWAYS over on sugar
does anyone else have the same problem? my sugars are mostly from fruit and occasionally low fat snack bars - will this make a significant different to my weight loss? no matter what, i always seem to be over and it's worrying me. thanks :)
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no patience, anyone else?
i LOVE losing weight, that feeling you get when you look at the scales when you have even lost something as little as 1lb is amazing because you know how much you want this and the hard work you've put in. the only problem i have is that i have no patience, i know losing weight is something that takes time and lots and…
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Citalopram/antidepressants - weight loss or gain?
I have been put on a small dosage of citalopram to try and control my anxiety BUT (and i know i shouldnt have done this) according to a lot of online forums, citalopram seems to either make you gain weight or your weight loss comes to a stall. i'm wondering if anyone can shed any light on this and can clear up any rumors?…
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am i doing enough? cardio v weights
About 3/4 times a week i go to the gym, my workout goes at follows.... cross trainer - 10 minutes rowing machine - 10 minutes treadmill - 10 minutes bike - 10 minutes plank for 1 minute 3 sets of crunches 3 sets of squats with 4kg ball then on alternate days i will concentrate on my arms and legs, about 15 minutes each…
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fed up off reading that cardio isn't beneficial
I've been reading quite a few posts on here recently regarding cardio and how it isn't actually effective towards weight loss. I'm sorry but i think this is really discouraging; all exercise is good exercise. There is no hidden secret towards losing weight, cut down on your calories, eat healthy and exercise; even if your…
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is the rowing machine a cardio workout?
I used to HATE the rowing machine but now i love it. Am just wondering, would it fall under a cardio workout or weights? i up my rowing level quite high and i can really feel it in my arms like i do when i do weigh training. . Thanks.
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Low self esteem... :(
Hi everyone, I seem to be struggling with my confidence and self esteem at the moment. Throughout my life my weight has been up and down, i've been called fat and i've been called fit as i've always just crashed dieted, lost alot of weight but gained it straight back. i'm at the point in my life where i want some stability…
