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New mom, eating mostly plant based. Looking to lose 50lbs
Hi! I'm 31, new mom to a 1.5 month old. I've been vegetarian for 10+ years, and am now trying to eat more WFPB (but not 100%). I'm a big fan of the 80/20 type mindset, and aim to have a healthy balanced life, with the odd indulgences. I like to run and lift weights, however I am now just easing back into exercise…
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Looking for more plant based pals...preferably with open diaries
Hi all! I've been on MFP for quite some time, lost 40+lbs, would like to lose some more, but mostly focus on trying to live a healthy, balanced life. I like to run, and lift weights. I've been vegetarian for 15+ years and have recently started to try to eat less and less diary products & eggs. My goal is to eat a mostly…
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Half marathon training tips wanted
Hi all, I want to do a half marathon late summer/early fall. I am doing a 10k run in May. I often run 5k for fun/fitness and will be doing a few runs a week now that the weather is warmer. This will be my first time doing a half marathon and I am super excited and scared :smiley: Any links or recommendations for training…
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C25K tips and pals
I really want to get into running on a regular basis but keep struggling with either aggravating my knee or struggling with how to best increase it. I'm going to do a 5 k training program to help keep me accountible as it will force me to commit to x runs a week, and take the guess work out of how to increase. I think the…
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Stopping birth control
I'm thinking about stopping my birth control for various reasons, and was wondering what others' experiences were on their weight loss, muscle gain, and just general overall health?
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Good protein and pre/post workout supplements
Hi all, I am a vegetarian, and looking for good suggestions for protein powders, as well as pre and/or post work out supplements. I currently use a lot of Vega products, but they're pricey and I'd appreciate more economical options. Also looking for some pre-work out ideas to help increase my energy and workout…
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25% admitted to sex at the gym
Have you guys seen this greatist article?? ----> http://greatist.com/live/sex-at-the-gym It says that 25% of people surveyed admitted to having had sex at the gym. To me that seems crazy high. I know SOME people do it at the gym - but 1/4?! One more reason to wipe the machines down before you use them....
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Emotional Eating
I know it is a common problem for a lot of us. I've had a rough week, and find that whenever I get tired/sick/sad etc, I just end up munching on snacks non-stop, or eating pizza etc. Anyone have some good tips to stop this behaviour in its tracks?
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Any Canadians?
Hi all! Any fellow Canadians here? Ottawa area here -Where is everyone??
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Good books for motivation/support/info ?
Does anyone have any good book recommendations for nutrition/fitness/healthy lifestyle? Not looking for recipes, and not looking for instruction manual type books... looking for an interesting read for the e-reader for when on the bus, with a fitness/health topic. Thanks!
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Looking for friends active on mfp and IG
Morning all! Would love to have more active friends on mfp for support and motivation. I log daily and have open diary (don't judge it too harshly - I'm trying!! LOL). Also would love more instagram pals as I find it a great motivator and way to share as well. Feel free to add me to mfp and/or IG (crazydogladyjess)
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Fitbit Charge HR - reviews?
Does anyone have a Fitbit Charge HR and how do they find it? I had a Fitbit One and loved it, but wondering about getting something a bit more. What do people think?
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Snap Fitness - any good?
Hi all, Snap fitness is a large chain of gyms in Canada - not too sure about the US. One near me has a great deal on personal training sessions, so I was thinking about checking it out. Has anyone ever been to a snap before, and any reviews? Id love to hear others experiences there, especially if you've had any interaction…
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Smoothie recipes? Need new ideas!
I love my nutribullet, and my high powered blender. I am a huge fan of smoothies. I prefer the ones without yogourt, and that do have lots of vegetables in them. Anyone have any creative ideas or recipes they like??
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New to kettle bells and medicine ball.
Hi guys! Ive decided to jump on the kettlebell and medicine ball bandwagon, as they seem to be great ways to challenge your body. Anyone have any good exercises or links to help me build up a solid foundation of good exercises???
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Need an active/motivated friend?
I find this place is great for finding like minded, motivated people. I have a few great people on my friends list who keep me motivated and inspired, but I need more. I am consistent, and want to be more active on mfp. Anyone want to be friends? Id love more friends who post/discuss etc, not just the odd like. Id love to…
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Over eating in the evening
Hi all! I need some advice.... I have a bad habit of overeating in the evening time on junk. All day I eat reasonable portions, healthy food... then in the evening I just keep eating and eating until I am so bloated and full, then it is time for bed. Anyone have advice? I am starting a tumblr blog of various motivators,…
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Help re Vegetarian MultiVit
Ive been vegetarian for 10 years. Occasionally when I go to donate blood my Hb is too low to donate. The cut off is 125 and sometimes Ill be in the 109-120 range. I rarely take my vitamins. Ideally I'd like to take a b12, vit d, and multivit with iron that's vegetarian friendly. I haven't been taking the multivitamin…
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Podcasts?
Anyone follow any health focused pod casts? Looking for something motivating and interesting to listen to while in the car driving. Thanks!
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Please help! In need of some support
Hi all, I started my journey around 215 lbs, got down to 170 lbs, but am now back to 195 lbs. I found myself struggling with emotions, feeling depressed, which led me to eat poorly and skip the gym...which only amplified the depressed feelings. I am ready to get back on track. I am a vegetarian, but want to focus more on…
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Deciding daily calorie intake
Based on a few different BMR calculators my BMR is around 1600 cals. Is it healthy to eat below this amount for daily calories? Shortterm +/or longterm?
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couch to 5k
Anyone out there using this app? Ive been wanting to get into running, but lacked motivation, im hoping this will keep me on track. Anyone have any tips or experiences they want to share? id also love to know of any ofther good apps out there for fitness
