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Anyone know how many calories are burned when....
Anyone know how many calories are burned when you bounce on a stability ball at your desk? Google didn't help me as much as I had hoped. I'm hoping someone on here may have did a little research.
I'm trying to find my abs through all these layers!
I have recently joined Gold's Gym in town and am wondering what is the best exercises I can do for my mid section? I know all about not being able to target certain areas and what not, but that seems to be the only real area I carry my weight. Currently, I am on the elliptical for about 25 min and then light weights for…
December 30-Day Challege for Couples
Hey Everyone! I wasn't really sure which topic to post this under. I figured this one would be good since it really has nothing to do with physical health, but it does have a lot to do with mental, emotional and spiritual health. Any of you feel that your relationship is too comfortable and want to get back to feeling like…
Starting Over and Need Small Goals
Hello All, I am starting over on my journey. When I first came to MFP I was doing great with tracking, exercising and losing lbs, but then in August I had a breast reduction and gained back all I had lost off my chest (6.5 lbs!) and a few extra lbs. I got very discouraged and dive bombed off the wagon fast. I have started…
Anyone doing Hip Hop Abs???
I am starting Hip Hop abs tonight by Beach Body. I was doing Insanity, but injured my ankles so I'm starting back up with something with a little less impact to my joints. What kinds of results are people seeing with this workout?
Body by Vi Shakes
Does anyone know the nutritional information for a Body by Vi shake packet (the sweet cream/vanilla one)? Mixed with water or almond milk.
Chili Recipe with Nutrition Info
Hello everyone. The time is fast approaching when chili sounds amazing. I am looking for people with great chili recipes to share that have the nutrition information for each serving as well as how much is in each serving (ie 1 cup). I have found some recipes online with nutrition information per serving, but no serving…
C25K Schedules
Hi, I am thinking about starting C25K and was wondering what is the best resources some of you have found for a schedule for the program? Also, what do you use to time your intervals? Any additional insight or information would be helpful. Thanks!
Eau Claire, WI/ Chippewa Valley
Is anyone out there from the Eau Claire, WI/ Chippewa Valley area? I love this site, but I think it would also be beneficial to have someone who knows the area to help motivate each other and provide tips for places to eat, fitness activities in the area and things of the like.
Calling All Vegans
How do you do it??? I used to be Pescatarian, but haven't been again for almost a year now. I chose to be Pescatarian because I wanted to cut out meat from my diet (due to heart disease in my family I especially wanted to cut out red meat, but since I'm not a huge poultry fan anyway I had cut that too), but I wanted to…
Vegetarian Supplements
I'm sure some of you are probably sick of my posts by now, but I want to be prepared before I become a full fledged vegetarian. That being said, I know it is recommended that I take a B-12 supplement since those vitamins are only found in animal products, but what other supplements would you recommend? And, do vegetarians…
Die Hard Clean Eaters???
Is there anyone on here that eats only clean and/or organic for every meal and every snack? I have been reading about nutrition for a few years now and have found many sources that talk about the chemicals and other things put into foods now. It sickens me to think I am putting that kind of stuff in my body that I am…
Weekends Always Get Me Derailed
I have a routine during the work week that keeps me pretty well on track for food and exercise. But by the weekend, I want to relax with my family. I know it's ok to have an off day here and there as long as I get back to it, but every weekend? How do I get past this hurdle each week? A lot of the problem is that I don't…
Hip Hop Abs
I want to start Hip Hop Abs, but I'm not sure how to track it on here. I don't have a HRM (can't afford it). So is anyone else doing this work out that is female and around 220lbs? If so, what is your calorie burn per 30 minutes doing it?
PTSD Awareness Month-Who needs support?
Hello, given that it is PTSD Awareness Month, I am wondering how many out there are like me with a family suffering from PTSD? Or how many of you suffer yourselves and would like a safe place/friend to get support? My brother was in Iraq for a year and a half and has come back a completely different person. Unfortunately…
Looking for Exercises at the Office
I work in a hospital in the administration offices and I am looking for exercises I can do at work that won't take me away from my work for long periods of time. On a post I had about snacks at work, someone had said that they drink a lot of water so they use the bathroom a lot. Each time they go to the bathroom, they do…
Personal Trainer Needed!!
Hello, I am looking for someone who is knowledgable and would be willing to train me via distance. If I can get down a routine to follow daily and meal plans, this would be a piece of cake. I have the motivation, determination and energy. I also have a lot of the knowledge as I love to read and reseach health and fitness,…
Looking for more SUPPORTIVE friends!
Hello all, my name is Nicki and I am here to lose my excess weight. Back in high school I always thought I was so fat. Now I look back at those pictures, think I'm nuts for feeling that way and wish I could get back to that (maybe a little less than that). I need some more motivational and supportive people in my life. My…
Help! I'm losing a battle!
How do you keep from giving in to temptation when others in your house eat things you shouldn't?
Help!! I sit at a desk all day!!
Hello all, I recently (in March) switched jobs at the hospital I work at going from surgical services (on my feet running around most shifts) to credentialing (sitting at a desk in my office). I need advice on how to curb my cravings. Especially during those slow days when I'm bored and could eat a whole box of crackers…
Stability ball size?
Hi, I need some advice about what size stability ball to get. I have a desk job and would like to replace my office chair with a stability ball to strengthen my core. Any suggestions on what size I should get?
Not my first time around....
Hey everyone, My name is Nicki, I am 27 and I am working towards losing a total of about 100 lbs. Some of that will be taken off surgically August 9th (I finally get my breast reduction!!!) which I am ecstatic about as it will allow my body to work in ways that are quite painful now. :) I have been on Spark People for a…
Looking for a life change
My name is Nicki and I am looking to lose in total about 100 lbs. Some of that weight is attributed to my bust which will be reduced in August. Yay! Before that, I am working to lose 30 lbs. Then after my reduction, I will work to lose what ever is left to have a combined total of about 100 lbs. I set that as my goal (a…