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Workout gear for plus size..
Hello! I want to find some workout clothes to help control my "foopa". I'm not able to jog or run without my "stomachs" clapping together. I searched the forums and found a compression tank that may help, but I need suggestions on bottoms. I just wanna run around with my kid and kick the soccer ball around without holding…
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Plus size swimsuits for laps?
Hey all.. What swimsuits have you warn to do laps in? Would a regular tankini be ok?
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Extreme soreness after workout
Hey all. I tried Bodypump for the first time yesterday. Directly after, I hurt and I hurt bad!!! I could barely get up from a seated position without hurting. Here I am now laying in bed, and I can barely turn over with out my right thigh and bottom of my glute screaming at me! I planned out getting some cardio and arms in…
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Is bloating from weight lifting really a thing?
I've been working out consistently since 12/10/16 (almost a month!) I mean, 4 to 5 days a week. I've watched what I'm eating but if I have a craving I let myself have a little bit. But I'm always within my calorie goals and macros. Initially I lost about 17 pounds. Right now, I'm back to about only 13 because I have been…
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Getting over gym paranoia/anxiety
How did ya'll push yourselves through the anxiety of going to the gym? Mainly the group classes? I want to add 3 classes a week to my workout schedule but I get so..SCARED. I fear that people are silently judging and wondering what the hell I'm there for. Tae Bo, Yoga, and Body Pump are the classes I'm looking to do. I…
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Here we go again... Meal replacement shakes
Okay, I know this is played out. I've searched and read most of the forums. Currently, I have zero time in the morning for breakfast. Lunch, I can prepare something..BUT I'm forgetful and I take advantage of every minute of sleep I can get in the morning until I must tend to the baby and get my 6 year old out of bed. So!…
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Smoothie Recipes?!?!
So for christmas I got this super awesome cuisinart blender with TRAVEL CUPS... Blend in the same bottle, switch the blade for the top and BAM! Ready to go. Now this thing is awesome..and Im doing well with making smoothies but so far it is literally... Mixed frozen berries, orange juice, and ice. This is lame.. and I need…
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Blender for smoothies and shakes
So im heading out to buy something to make protein smoothies (or shakes) in the morning. I see the MyBlend blender, but what about the hand blenders?? Any thoughts??
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Heart Rate Monitor... Which would you recommend?
I'm 293lbs, and I have been relying on the gyms HRM on the machines, but I dont feel like they are very accurate. I'm about to order an HRM off of Amazon... So which would you recommend for a bigger gal (cause I know some have bands..) Thanks for your input!
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Starting to see it... 9 Months, and 40 pounds..
Still ALOT to do... But I had to see where I came from.. People say its a difference, but I see the same me... Only a slight difference I guess... What do YOU think?
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Scared to go to the gym tonight...
I'm always nervous when it comes to new places... I've got a guest pass to 24 hour, but Im so scared of the judgemental people. I know they wont say anything, but the looks are enough to scare any big person away... Anyone know how to get over that??
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The Elliptical High.
Today makes my 5th day of going 35 minutes on the Weight loss program on the Precor elliptical. NOW..not the one with the arms, but the just regular one..? I guess you would say that. Its pretty much 5 minutes at Resistance 1 Incline 7, and then 5 minutes Resistance 4 Incline 13.... Since day one...i have completed it all…
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Gotta love friends!
I got a workout buddy finally, and she has been under my nose all along! We go to her apartments gym, which is excellent! And her boyfriend works at Vitamin Shoppe and hooked me up with Syntha 6 Banana Protein, and Elite Chocolate Fudge Protein.. Super Pump pre workout powder, 2 bottles of jet fuel, a whole bunch protein…
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NSV..Kinda Sad but NSV..
So I picked up my bridesmaid dress yesterday... They ordered it about a month ago, and made it a 26 (gag.) EVEN THOUGH I FIT INTO A 24 JUST FINE, except my boobs were suffocating. Now I try this dress on...and SUCCESS its too big..in one place. My boobs. Tear. That is all.
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MFP girls... anyone get prego while on birth control???
More specifically.. Implanon? I'm going to the doc on Monday to have my "issues" checked out.. But Im just curious if anyone ever has.. Im having horrible cramps (i have very light to mild cramps), I have to get out of bed at night like 3-6 times to go to the restroom, and its like I just drank a massive amount of water (I…
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When to start lifting weights?
Today, My boyfriend and I are starting our bike workouts... We have a weight bench that I would like to start using but I dont know if i should hold off on starting to lift.. I know I wanna start with 2 sets of 12 on any strength training I do...but should I hold off for a couple of weeks?
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An experiment with Smart Ones
I'm thinking about doing an experiment. Eat nothing but SmartOnes meals for every meal..for a week. From tomorrow (Friday) until next Friday. I know the sodium is horrible in frozen entrees, but im not too worried about that seeing as I drink alot of water. So what do you think will happen? lol Its gonna suck, but I really…
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NSV - I feel pretty :D
So, I havent lost much weight since ive started on MFP, but I have lost a pant size (24 to 22), and a shirt size (3x to 2x). SO, on mothers day my mom bought me two pairs of uber cute shoes, and 3 shirts, and a pair of shorts. I also treated myself yesterday to a new haircut. Now today at work my bosses that NEVER notice…
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Opinion on Bicycle route..
Im not sure if that picture is gonna be huge or not... so sorry if it is lol.. Ok, this is what i did before.. About 2.6 miles in less than 20.. I only did this MAYBE for about a 3 days one week. Im sure I could still do the same time, but should I do more? Or should I do the same and work my way up?? I used the map just…
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Animal Pak Multivitamin...Anyone taken it??
Im considering buying Animal Pak simply because I need a multi, and also that it has extra things as well. I cant seem to keep focus, and I have horrible short term memory lately. Im always tired, and I feel weak. Can anyone give me their own personal experience and review on it??
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Lapband & No Drinking While Eating
I KNOW there is a thred out there already, but it is over a year old. Does anyone have issues with this... my docs told me 15/60....but i do maybe 10/30.. But lately i havent done it all. Anyone else find this requirement hard?? If so, how did you deal with it?
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Grocery List----Ideas
Ok... Im starting my grocery list NOW for next month.. lol... But honestly, i have no idea what to get..I know the basic, but ive never really went "healthy shopping" before.. I sound really dumb... But im 23... Havent had to really do it you know?!! lol Im slowly getting this menu & grocery list stuff in working order..…
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Did you hear the world is ending May 21, 2011????!!!
Cant believe the measures this group of christians are going through to try and get people to believe this.. THEY PUT A BILLBOARD ON THE HIGHWAY... I mean, REALLY?!
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My Weakness is...
Honey Mustard Pringles... They are so evil and delicious.. Whats yours?
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Words with Friends on Android & IPhone!
I wanna play!! My username is SayLiLiG Its like scrabble, but on your phone, and you dont have too keep paying attention to it.
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EA Sports Active 2 - 9 Week Program
Im starting a thread for this AWESOME Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3 game. I picked it up this past Thursday and worked out that night, and I am STILL hurting today! (Saturday) My legs and calves hurt so bad yesterday I had to change my workout days since I was supposed to do it yesterday! So, Im "recruiting" people to do this…
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Gym Vs. Buying Equipment
I need some opinions... At home I have a bike and a 100 pound weight set.. Have I used them in the past month??? No. So... Im thinking of joining a gym. But I could also buy more equipment... What are the benefits of a gym...vs having equipment at home??? What is your personal experience with gyms vs having equipment at…
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At a loss.
I lack motivation. I know what I WANT, but when it comes down to working out and getting it done.... I feel this overwhelming feeling of its just not worth it... What has everyone else used to motivate them to actually WORK and keep up with it???
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EA Active Strap questions
The strap that the nunchuck goes in.... Has anyone else had to get a different one? Mine slips off, and if I put it tighter it just cuts off my circulation :(
