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Could the "Cabbage Soup Diet" temporarily help chronic constipation?
(Forgive all this info regarding digestive stuff--but hell, it IS a nutrition site!) As far as my GI doctors know, I have IBS, mild diverticulosis (not too bad) and I tend to have chronic constipation, and it's usually due to medications and stress. I try to down as much water as I possibly can. I read up on things that…
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Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia! (Seeds) How do you like to consume them?
Yeah, remember Chia pets? I just read an article that you can actually eat these seeds, that they're very good for you, and they taste pretty good! I think my reason for buying them is that they have Omega-3, fiber and calcium. All good stuff I need. So 2 questions: 1. What's your favorite/easiest way to consume these…
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Fish oil supplements - those GOD-AWFUL "fish burps"
Is there a way to make those fish-tasting burps less nauseating? Or prevent them at all? I chew sugar-free mint gum and use Listerine strips, etc. But I've was recommended to take fish-oil for concentration, memory and metabolism improvement, etc. I'd rather eat fish outright, but I do get sick of it after awhile, and…
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Recommend any good MINTS -candies/gum to get rid of tuna or egg breath?
I plan to consume packets or cans of tuna for my protein, maybe hard boiled eggs, maybe even consume a little raw garlic for other vitamins, but my it stinks up my breath so badly. It's nasty. I have those white Tic Tacs but they're not strong enough. I think Altoids burn too much. (I'm kind of a wimp) Can anyone recommend…
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Brand new to Wii U, need fitness buddies!
I recently got a Wii U for Christmas, I started the Wii U Fit 30 day trial, I plan to get a Meter, which includes the complete Wii Fit U game free. I just started Wii Fit U, it's fun! I could use some friends though! Please add me, maybe we can play together, I'm not sure how it works. My username on Wii U is...(yeah, this…
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LEVEL THREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Day one DONE! I'm grateful to be done with Level 2, but daayyyum. I nearly forgot, yeah, 3 is no joke. STILL not nearly as painful as 2. I dunno why! It's HARD, but not nearly as painful.
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How's everyone doing??
Day 2. DONE! Whew. That hurt, muscles still sore, but I got through it. And I danced for about 25 minutes after for extra cardio. I actually feel much better.
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30 Day Shred COMPLETE! Results:
B) Starting Weight: 145.8 Ending Weight: 139.2! 6.6 pounds! Inches- Starting Biceps: 12.5 Ending Biceps: 12 Starting Bust: 36 Ending Bust: 35 Starting Waist: 31 Ending Waist: 30 Starting Hips (Butt): 42 Ending Hips (Butt): 40 Starting Thighs: 24.5 Ending Thighs: 23.5 Starting Calves: 15.5 Ending Calves: 15 Inches Lost…
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Extra cardio / Trouble Spots between the Shred
I either do these SHORT 5-minute workouts before or after I do the Shred, or on rest days for a little boost. My calves are HUGE! So I'm working them out a bit more using this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BFIMpMOw34 Surprisingly, not as hard as I thought, but definitely feel the burn! And I really like this 5-minute…
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Measurements!
Feel free to copy this blank image and paste your measurements on it using paintbrush. (That's what I did) Or you can just list it, whatever you prefer. (You can also log it in MFP) It helps so much to keep track of progress this way. Don't worry about the scale so much. You're gonna shrink mostly in inches. Here's my day…
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Introduce yourselves!
Lots of new people have joined, and I could only view their message once. I'm Sunny. I've done the Shred twice before, and I'm about halfway down the 3rd time. So far, it's working! I'm trying to drop around 15 pounds or so, get fit and STAY fit. (After the Shred, I was thinking of doing "No More Trouble Zones" again a few…
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Job on feet. Will this exercise help with strength & pain?
I've been hired at a full-time job (first for me in a long time) I've always had a hard time being on my feet for more than 4 hours without pain in my legs and feet, regardless of shoes. (I wear Dr. Scholls work shoes too) I'm doing the 30-Day Shred again to get fit, and I throw in a couple of short exercises to help…
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Hurting? Let's RANT ABOUT IT!
:# So what parts do you like? Which parts to you HATE, and why? Or just rant about anything in this workout, to vent your frustrations. It's good for ya! lol (Regarding Level One so far) Me? I hate lunges. Ohhh my god. OWWWW. And I can barely do push-ups after lifting them weights during squats. I like the ab moves, it…
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30 Day Shred Progress Video (Level 1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N92ou6NnRiQ This is day 9, so my stamina was pretty good. :)
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Shall we begin?!
Whew. Day one complete. Which day are you on, and how are you doing?
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Newcomers, hello & welcome!
Don't feel bad. Most of us aren't on the same week or day. Welcome to the group. Need any help just ask!
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Welcome Newcomers! My 1st Vlog Regarding the 30 Day Shred!
Please feel free to ask any questions, if you need help. I'll do my best! This is my 3rd time doing the 30DS. I uploaded an unlisted video with some info & tips about it, along with some other info. Feel free to leave comments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wWQthUrh4c
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Thoughts on Step Machines?
My gamer friend plays games and watches TV while using a step machine! I thought: GENIUS! It's a little dinky thing that simulates walking up stairs. Might not burn a LOT of calories, but it looks effective for toning and gradual strengthening of the legs & calves. I've looked on Amazon, and some range between $50-$100 or…
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Recovery days
I can barely move today. lol Glorious. How's everyone doing?
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Welcome Newcomers! My 1st Vlog Video Regarding the 30 Day Shred!
Unlisted video, but feel free to leave comments! B) Hello, new peeps! So, this is my 3rd time around, doing the Shred. Any questions, feel free to ask me! I'll try my best to help. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wWQthUrh4c
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How do you start a Group?
I'm sorry it's been FOREVER. MFP has changed a bit. I want to make a Group for my friends doing the 30 Day Shred, so I can invite them & we can post each other's progress/photos, etc. How do I start one? I only know how to start a forum topic, and I don't think that's the same.
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Jillian Michaels Detox Water; Legit questions
Diuretic Drink^^ I meant I replied to an OLD post, got a bit of info, but now there's no one responded to my 2nd question. The most recent posts in that old forum are just most people arguing &/or trolling each other. So I'm starting a new post with my questions, hoping to get some input. I'm trying this drink for a week,…
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Jump rope- lower ab pain normal?
I started jumping rope yesterday, it's all new to me. I notice a lot of tightness and pressure, possibly pulled muscle, but I'm not sure. I Googled it with no result that I'm looking for. I jump rope at a pretty good fast pace for about a minute at a time with a few second break between 5 to 10 minutes. I noticed today I…
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Good (short) videos on toning arms & legs/butt?
I've done 30 Day Shred (twice) & did No More Trouble Zones (Jillian Michaels) for several months. I see a good change, but I've been taking breaks. I wish to do my cardio separate from strength, as much as I love NMTZ, but it's nearly an hour long, & combining that with cardio is a little much for me. I just got running…
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Need estimation of calories burned by running (133lbs)
I have a Wii Meter (a pedometer device linked to Wii Fit U) it counts steps, but not perfectly. I no longer own a HRM, so I can't be sure how many calories I'm burning. I'm planning on power-walking and running again. My treadmill seems to display DOUBLE the calories my Wii Meter says, so I can't be sure what to put on…
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Activity Level questions
I don't have a job, but I realize I'm on my feet at least 4-6 hours a day, (this includes my exercise regimen) I cook, clean, (a lot) play with the dog, and I spend around 50 minutes a day exercising, usually 6 days a week. I had to get rid of my HRM because it was a piece of crap (Polar FT60, it only worked for 6 months…
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Step-ups with a footstool?
I've been doing Jillian Michaels No More Trouble Zones, among other hard circuit/cardio workouts, but haven't seen much of a change in one of my least favorite parts: my calves. So I thought doing step-ups on my stool (it's more like a small step-ladder, with a stool on the second step, which is HIGH, btw) while watching…
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MFP for 2 years today! (Inspiration for newcomers)
*TODAY* is my Diet-versary! (hate to use the word diet, but oh well! lol) (I thought this would help to encourage some people, because I wasn't sure if this website would work for me, but clearly it has, and I'd thought I'd spread some positivity and inspiration so people know that they can achieve their goals.) 2 Years!…
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I need gloves that reduce palm sweat for plank exercises!
I'm doing the 30 Day Shred again, and I have a decent floor mat, but lately my hands are sweating like crazy, probably because I drink a lot more water, and anytime I'm doing any plank stuff, my palms are sweating and making it very difficult to keep on my plank without slipping. I slip even more on the carpet, I also try…
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Does anyone keep doing the 30 Day Shred after it's over?
I finished the entire 30DS around November 1st. Results were great! I didn't lose weight, but I lost about 7 inches total, and my body toned up mostly in the stomach. I really like level 3, as it was the easiest by day 6 and so on. I like how it's small circuits of cardio, abs & strength all combined in 25 minutes. I burn…
