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Hello - redu
Well I started this a few years ago. Between stress, injuries and the ease of finding other things to do... I have not reached my goal. I recently was informed that I am pre diabetes, and high cholesterol. Previous conditions include hypothyroidism and multiple neck and back vertebrae herniations. Yea I'm a bit of a mess!…
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How many times a day?
Okay get your mind out of the gutter! LOL Is it better to do 3 sets of 30 minutes cardio or 90 minutes straight each day?
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What 1 thing can you do better than your significant other?
Clean - house, car, whatever
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What's your reward?
First, I know that getting healthy is its own reward. What I am talking about are those things you will do for yourself for completing your goal or goals. Like getting a foot massage after running your first 1/2 marathon or going on a weekend getaway when you achieve your desired weight. Mine >>>> I have never purchased a…
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Pass it on.
Some of the threads already do this but this is slightly different. As you are reading a thread or post and you see something about someone you like or something they say...TELL THEM! Take a minute to send a quick message. Not a friend request, just a friendly message of empowering motivation! We all love the ones we get…
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Reflect on this
You are beautiful no matter what shape you are in. You are on the way to a healthier life. It will change you. You will be happier with your improved health. You are not alone in your struggles and others have walked this path before you. You are stronger than you believe and you can do what you plan to accomplish. You…
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BodyBugg
anyone familiar with this device? My friend is letting me use hers...is this just another online subscription scam?
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How much water?
I'm not talking about the cup of coffee, but the plain jane water. I remember someone saying you should drink half your weight in ounces of water. So if I'm 215# i should drink 108oz each day?
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Returning MFP veteran
After a year of injuries, surgery, and recovery. I need and want to lose the weight. Looking for support and to support.
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I'm Back!!! With a vengence
Here is the short version. About 2 years ago I lost 30lbs, then got distracted, couple of injuries and now I am back on the road to health. Sadly, I have to lose 20+ lbs to get out of the obese and another 25 to be in the normal range. Since its freezing outside, I'm stuck on the elliptical. Goals are simple: lose 45lbs…
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45 minutes, what should I do?
Ok so here's the deal. I teach at a local high school and will have access to a gym at the end of the day, 5 days a week. I only have about 45 minutes. I will be doing cardio at home. I do not want to bulk up, just strength training. Anyone want to give some advice on what exercises I should look to do?
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HRM + daily calories
I couldn't find a thread on this so here it goes: I have a gamin watch with HRM. I was thinking of wearing it for an entire day to see what my calories burned were...has anyone tried this or have any thoughts?
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chinese/thai take out!!!
SInce I've been watching my food...these have been banned but man do I crave it! Anyone have suggestions?
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Your favorite acronym
Seven P's = prior proper planning prevents piss poor performance SNAFU = Situation Normal All Fouled Up (family friendly version) KISS = Keep It Simple Stupid
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iPod/iPhone users
Ok so I've been in a rut. The same music or podcasts. Any suggestions? I already use Podrunner and GetFitPod. Help!
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Movies that changed your life
We have seen hundreds maybe thousands of movies, but which one really made an impact. To keep this orderly, cut and paste and add to the list. Please only 1 movie per post. 1. 10 Questions for the Dalai Lama 2.
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faith in MFP
Ok I am going on one month and for the last 3 weeks I have been trying my best to stay the course. I have seen results every week. At what point did you long time (5months +) users of MFP just stop worrying and just have faith that the plan works?
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So have you given up anything?
I am a ice cream addict and I have given it up until I reach a goal. Then I am allowed only a one double cone, but it has to still fit my plan. I was gonna give up stress and beer but, I need something!!!! What did you give up?
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to weigh or not to weigh
I have so far weighed myself once a week, same scale, time ,etc... Having a tough two days....feel like I'm eating too much. Was planning to do a Wii challenge later...do I use the scale?
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Tough Mudder Tri-State 11/12
Part of my efforts are to get ready for this event. Anyone else signed up? What are you doing to prepare?
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Exercise Timing
Is it better to: A. Spend a solid 60 minutes doing various exercises B. Spend 2-30 minute periods one in morning and one at night C. Exercise 3 times a day for 20 minutes each Is there a benefit to exercising before meals or after? which is better?
