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Need to lose 80 lbs
Hello all, I’ve been struggling with my weight all of my life. The scale only ever seems to continue to increase as time goes by. I have two small children that require a great deal of my attention, my job works me to death, and on top of all this I have a lovely wife and best friend, who, in reality, I never see. At this…
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HELP!!! Vivofit HR not tracking steps
I just got my new vivofit hr, it's all set up,and it is not tracking steps. HELP!!! I can't seem to find any info to troubleshoot this.
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Need advice: How do I take weight loss one day at a time? Please Respond/Friend me
Hi MFPers, I am in need of some advice or good tips on how to remember- and be comfortable with taking things one day at a time. My story: In July of 2015 I took a new job three hours across the state - it was the job I always dreamed of having and what I had been working towards my whole life. So far it has turned out to…
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Desk Cycle Reviews
Hello MFP community! I was wondering if any of you out there had stories/reviews/experiences with the "Desk Cycle". I recently bought one and just started using it. Wondering if this thing actually burns the extra calories like it claims to. Thanks!
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Columbus, O-H
friend me local Columbus people!
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Niagara Falls vs. Gettysburg
Dear MFPers, I didn't know where else to turn to.... my wife and I want to plan a short 3-4 night trip in September to either Niagara Falls, CA or to Gettysburg, PA. Being from Columbus, Ohio, they are both 6 hours drive. I have always wanted to go to Gettysburg in the fall and I love the history. My wife is open to…
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body fat percentage reduction friends/challenge group
Hello all, I am venturing on a differing kind of journey. I am trying to reduce my body fat to 20% for the first main stage of my journey. I am 6'1" (185cm), and ~255 lbs (~116 kg) and an ex-football/baseball player. I love low-impact aerobics like cycling, weight-lifting, walking, elliptical, rowing, etc. I recently…
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Body fat percentage reduction challenge group
Hello all, I am venturing on a differing kind of journey. I am trying to reduce my body fat to 20% for the first main stage of my journey. I am 6'1" (185cm), and ~255 lbs (~116 kg) and an ex-football/baseball player. I love low-impact aerobics like cycling, weight-lifting, walking, elliptical, rowing, etc. I recently…
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How to reduce body fat percentage - I'm so confused
I'm so confused at this point and I need credible input once and for all. My goal is to lose 10% of my body fat from 30%. I'm almost 30 years old, in good aerobic shape, and am experienced with weight training. But from everything I'm reading online I can't for the life of me figure out if I'm supposed to be conducting…
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Losing inches but not weight
I guess I know the answer to my general posted topic here, but I am more looking for motivation and encouragement from others who have seen this phenomenon but made it through. I have been low-carb dieting since the beginning of the year. I started at 255 lbs. Since Jan 13, I've only dropped to 251 lbs. I have incorporated…
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Guys how many calories are you eating per day???
I'm 6'1" 237lbs and want to weigh about 205-210. What is the appropriate amount of weight to lose per week? How many calories are you eating per day and how is that sitting with you? I feel like for my build, my current goal of 1630 calories per day is very challenging. Please give me your input!
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tilapia and rice
Tonight I was thinking tilapia filet and rice, but I'm looking to try new recipes or flavor profiles so send me your ideas if you have a good one. I usually do lemon or soy sauce, and I'm not a fan of rosemary. THANKS in ADVANCE!
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bicycle brands
I had my bicycle stolen last year, and was considering purchasing a new one. I would use it to get to and from work on a bike path, about 15 miles round trip. Does anyone have good brand suggestions at about the $200-350 range? also, I'm a bigger build guy so I would need a sturdy ride...
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anyone doing boxing?
Is anyone boxing for exercise/sport on here? Feeling like I need a change from my usual workout... get my *kitten* kicked. Any advice?
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how to upload photo onto topic?
Yes. how do I upload a photo into a "reply" to a topic?
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Hi. Looking for more friends on MFP
Looking for motivated and encouraging people. Really trying to lose the weight and need the cyber support! Thanks! Much <3
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Two-a-day workouts
Is there some other health/physiological benefit besides burning more calories that doing two-a-day workouts provides? I'm considering starting to do two-a-days just to break up the monotony of long cardio sessions. For example, instead of one 30 minute workout I could get in two 20-25 minute workouts and burn a lot more…
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What weight should I be?
Hi. I've always wondered what my actual goal weight should be. I'm 6'1 and currently 239 (down from 247.6.. it still freaks me out to admit that). I have a large frame and am naturally strong/big. All of the 'recommended weight charts say I should be 190! That seems REALLY low for my build, and I fear I would look sick or…
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My dirty secret
I just realized I binge eat and drink. What seemed like a little cheating actually might be a binge eating disorder. Its like I go a week at a time of eating healthy and getting in lots of exercise... as soon as I let myself 'go' I become so destructive. Afterwards, I feel empty (figuratively), unsatisfied, and most of all…
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Folks from Ohio
Anyone from Ohio? Or the surrounding states? Friend me!
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Boredom leading to food cravings
I posted this in food and nutrition, but only got one reply..... I was hoping to get a little more advice on this, your thoughts are helpful! "Why is it that boredom causes me to crave food? The habit had to start somewhere, but I don't know why? Even as I sit here at work, doing something that is 'boring' I catch my brain…
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Boredom leading to hunger
Why is it that boredom causes me to crave food? The habit had to start somewhere, but I don't know why? Even as I sit here at work, doing something that is 'boring' I catch my brain thinking 'what can I eat?' or 'when can I eat next?' Maybe I need to take the entertainment out of food??? How do I do that??? SO MANY…
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What should i expect?
For those of you who have lost a significant amount of weight, I was wondering what types of boundaries/hardships or other problems I can expect during my journey and how to deal in those situations. I've been dieting/exercising for 3 weeks and realize that I'm not even at the tip of the ice berg, but so far I've noticed…
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Healthy indian food options
Hitting up the Indian restaurant for lunch today, was wondering if anyone could suggest or inform me on the healthiest options.... obviously, chicken in a vat of cream and yogurt isn't the best food choice but maybe you know something I don't know. THANKS!
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~170 calories left, snack ideas???
I've got about 170 calories left for the day and can't figure out what to snack on.
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I drive myself nuts weighing myself
I wish I could stop weighing myself, but I do it everyday. If my weight fluctuates up a little in the morning it kind of wrecks my mood and determination. How often should I weigh myself? How can I stop my compulsion!? HELP!
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Weight lifting calories burned
I'm not sure how to estimate how many calories I burn while weight lifting. How can this be best estimated? I'm having trouble trusting this website, but only because I have nothing to standardize with.
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Fit-to-Fat-to-Fit
This is awesome... hope he turns out alright! http://www.fit2fat2fit.com/
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Gout
I have it. First time. I wish this pain on nobody. WTF?
