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One side of body fatter than the other side???
Okay so before I lost my 22 pounds, this was not a problem. But since I've lost it, well... One of the areas I've lost weight in is my lower back. It's a significant difference there and now when I look, nude, in the mirror my left side is smaller than my right side. When I pinch both sides at the same time, the right side…
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I'm part of the onederland club now! **pics**
So I won't be too wordy since this isn't my official before and after success story - 19 more pounds til I post that. :-) But I will give a small background. I started in February of 2011 at 274 pounds. Did well for over a year, fell off for awhile, and have been back on track since May of this year. My original (it's…
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Vodka is god
Just saying. :drinker: Have a great weekend all!
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Has anyone ever worked out intoxicated before?
I'm definitely not an obsessive exerciser, as I have a set schedule that I rarely deviate from, but I've noticed that the last few times I've been out having a few drinks, I get home and have a strong urge to work out. Whenever I have a strong urge to do anything, I do it. So for the past couple of off days, I'll get home…
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What are the most overused words on MFP??!
Curvy/curves. Healthy. What are some overused words or phrases on here that you notice?
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Why do some people on here say that cheese is unhealthy???
I've read a couple of comments recently on here that have flat out said cheese is a "naughty" food and "unhealthy". I understand the argument for American cheese since it's processed, but fresh cheese is considered unhealthy? Enlighten me, because outside of it being a calorie dense food (as are nuts, but people don't…
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Poll: How many meals a day do you eat?
I eat 2 meals a day. 1 before work (around 11:30am-12pm, since I work 2nd shift) and 1 during my "lunch" at work, which is usually between 7:30-8:30pm. I'll sometimes have a couple hundred cals worth of snacks during my break if I haven't hit my protein goal (100 grams on non-workout days), but I generally eat 500-600…
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How much weight can you lift in Zottman curls?
I feel so weak only being able to do 20lbs, but I'm dying by the 7th rep (I do up to 8). I definitely think regular bicep curls are easier at a higher weight than Zottman's are. How much weight can you handle with that exercise? Is it easier sitting down? I do mine standing up.
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Has anyone just added protein powder to pancake mix?
I don't have the time to make protein pancakes from scratch so I was wondering has anyone just added a scoop or two of protein powder to pre-made pancake mix? If so did it come out good? Please answer quick! :smile:
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Women who love other women!
Not "like that" but that's fine too!:happy: Anyway, with all the recent things I've read on here about how mean, passive aggressive, rude, cruel, jealous and evil women are and how that's why some women prefer not having women friends, I felt the need to post about how awesome I think women are! ALL of my friends are women…
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How much time do *you* rest between sets??
I know the standard is 60 seconds, but I rest 45. Does that mean I'm not lifting enough? I feel super tired and drained after my 8 reps, and not quite ready after 45 seconds, but I do it anyway to push myself (and save a little time, hehe). Any super fit people who rest less than 60 seconds? Thanks!
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Before/almost(ish) there pics. 67lbs down *underwear pics* B
If it gets reported, oh well. So I started on February 2011 but didn't take undie pics until April, at the advice of others when I started feeling discouraged when it didn't look like much of a difference in clothing. Originally, the pics were for myself, but after taking the most recent ones, I felt proud of myself. I'm…
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After losing weight, how often do you shop now???
Mainly this question is for the people who've lost at least half their goal weight and who has had either an increase or decrease in their shopping expeditions. Okay, so I've always loved shopping. Before I lost the weight (I was a size 20 dress) I would shop every 5-6 weeks, I'd say. Mainly because my clothing choices…
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Your SO's favorite feature on you!
Spill it! Either ask him/her or make a guess based on your interactions with him/her. My boyfriend's obsessed with my butt. I'm not joking. He's crazy about it. He's told me recently that it's the best butt that he's ever dated. (Oh so you're dating my bum now, huh?) :laugh:
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Successful work romance stories
So I've been crushing so hard on this guy at work. Like, seriously, school girling it hardcore. We've been talking a lot more lately and getting to know each other better. Recently, he, in no uncertain terms, let me know that he's interested in me (score!). But honestly, I don't want the added problems and awkwardness if…
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NSV - Teen Clothing Store Shopping!
So back when I was in college and actually wanted to dress...um, younger than I currently am, I couldn't shop in places like Wet Seal, Charlotte Rouse, Forever 21 etc. because their clothes run small and petite. I may have gotten into a couple of their tops every once in awhile but that was it. Well today while doing some…
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What do *you* put hummus on?
I bought some for the first time today because everyone on MFP talks about how awesome it is. I totally agree! Thing is, I put roasted red pepper hummus on a whole wheat bagel thin and I don't think the bagel really brought out the flavor of the hummus like it should have. So my question is what do you all put hummus on?…
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People who did NOT have traditional Thanksgiving entrees
What did you have? The traditional thing I had was homemade baked mac and cheese and potato/string bean casserole, but my non traditional food was bunless burgers and buffalo strips and wings. That's right, no turkey for moi! Gobble gobble! Name your nontraditional courses! :happy:
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Edamame
So I had this for the first time this past weekend and you all were right. This was amazing! This was the third food item that I've seen praised on MFP and the second that I'm absolutely in love with. In case you're curious, the other 2 were Greek yogurt and Nutella. I love (plain) Greek yogurt and the latter not so much.…
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Do you count/log your warm ups and cool downs?
This is more of a poll; I'm not trying to get people's opinions. As for me, I do roughly 10 minutes of a warm up and about 6-7 minutes of a cool down, and no, I do not use my HRM for it. I only use it for the actual work out. How about you?
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Has anyone ever prepared their salmon like a tuna salad?
I don't want grilled salmon like I usually have and I was thinking about making my salmon how I make my tuna salad but I'm unsure if it'll come out as good as tuna. Anyone tried it? If so, was it good? Please answer ASAP! :-)
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Pelvis pain while working out
Typo in title: pelvic* I did a search and couldn't find anything. I would've preferred if there were since this isn't exactly something I'm excited to post about... Anyway, for the last week and a half or so I've noticed that when I work out, my pelvis has a slight uncomfortable feeling/pain. Not extreme and not…
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What do you put in your Greek yogurt?!?!?
I use plain and today I put melted peanut butter in it. Yum! In the past, I've put blueberries and blackberries. Your turn!
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So who else is in better shape than they were in high school
I'm only a few pounds away from my weight in high school, but I'm much more fit and am a few sizes smaller in dress size. I wasn't exactly a bump on the log in high school either! I was on the Pom-pon squad and I walked *everywhere* so I wasn't out of shape. But now, I'm much slimmer. The only thing is that my tummy was…
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Side Plank Problems
Okay so I do side planks regularly (every other day) and I do fine on my right side (where my right leg is on the bottom) but I'm having a hard time doing my left side; my form is off on that side and I can't keep the balance. Are other people having this problem where they can do 1 side just fine and the other not so…
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NSV Dress Size!
So yesterday I bought a dress that was a size 14 that I really liked. I didn't try it on cause I knew I'd fit it eventually even if I couldn't fit it now. Anyway, I tried it on this morning and it fit me! Given, it was kinda loose in my waist and super tight in my hips because my hip to waist ratio is crazy (lol) but…
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Dark Chocolate vs. Milk Chocolate
Which do you prefer? I used to laugh at those who chose dark until my taste buds changed (100 percent due to my lifestyle change) a couple months ago so now I prefer dark chocolate. Eating a piece of 65% cocoa now. Yum! You?:smile:
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Youtube Workouts!!!
So I'm pretty tired of using my Wii for my workouts. I've been using it for about a month (with great results) and I've decided to move on to Youtube workouts starting tomorrow. For those who already use Youtube for their exercise routine, lets exchange some playlists! Here are two I've previewed and plan on starting one…
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Ugh I really did not plan on doing this so early *pics*
I have another 50 to go before I'm at my goal but I need to know if it's obvious or not, that I've lost 50 already. Anyway first pic is a couple years ago. Red dress is March. Last pic was Saturday night. Please be kind. ughhh it keeps making it too big and cuts off my last pic. Sorry all. Just click this link please.…
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Waste of time doing crunches with significant belly fat?
Okay so I still have about 40 more pounds to lose and although my stomach has gotten smaller, there is still a significant amount of fat on it. I started doing crunches a few days ago and I certainly feel it in my stomach muscles, but I'm wondering if I should wait to get the belly fat down some more before I continue…
