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spray tans for stretch marks?
so my tummy is completely covered in stretch marks from pregnancy, i have tried every single cream under the sun, i have even tried a derma roller and nothing has helped...so I am just wondering would a spray tan hide the stretch marks???? I mean i love spray tans but i havent had one in over two years so i have no idea if…
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seperated abs from pregnancy???
I have heard that when you are pregnant your abs get seperated, so I am just wondering what this means and how can you tell if your abs are seperated. My daughter is almost 16 months old so i am just wondering if my abs could still be seperated, I mean I know my stomach definately doesnt look like it did before I was…
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Cinnamon Rolls 106 calories a roll
1 package of reduced fat crescent rolls 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 3 packets truvia 1/4 cup powdered sugar 5 sprays of I cant believe its not butter (on each roll) Lay crescent rolls flat, 5 sprays of I cant believe its not butter on each roll, sprinkle cinnamon and 2 packets of truvia evenly over all crescents, Roll crescents…
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backed up
So i know this is probably TMI but I need some advice. I have been feeling bloated and backed up for the last couple of days. I feel like I need to go to the bathroom but I just can't do it. IDK what to do. I just feel like its stuck there and not coming out. ugh any suggestions???
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Brown Paper Bag ideas
So I am starting nursing school in a couple of weeks which puts me out of the house Monday through Friday all day, meaning I am either going to have to pack a lunch or gain tons of weight eating out everyday. So what are some ideas for packing lunches??
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Self Tanner
Whats the best self tanner you have found?? I use Loreal airbrush self tanner but I am looking for something maybe in a foam or lotion ( I love what I use but it is $10 a bottle and I really only get 3 applications out of it, so It only lasts about a week. So any tips???
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300 calorie Smothered Chicken Breast
Ok so I decided to try something new last night with my boneless skinless chicken breast, that I am sure every dieter is bored with LOL. Its simple, just used a cast iron grill skillet to cook the chicken breast which i seasoned with Famous Dave's Burger and Steak seasoning. Meanwhile sauteed half of a yellow onion, a…
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Net calories burned???
So has anyone heard of only counting the net calories burned?? meaning you take the amount of calories you burn and then subtract the amount of calories you would have burned during that time anyway...like the BMR....for example you work out for 60 mins and burn 400 cals....should you count all 400 cals????
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cant believe im posting this...before/during
Ok so I cant really tell a difference in myself but taking these pics shows me what progress I have made!!! above is Oct 2010 179lbs here is May 2nd 155lbs
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running shoes
Ok so I have just recently started running, and i didnt really think i needed to buy new shoes but....I am running in nike shox that are about 6 years old, I mean I havent worn them a whole lot and they pretty much look new but when I am running my big toes hurt, and one feels bruised, when I do the elliptical my toes…
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How much did you lose before you lost a size?
So I have lost 22lbs and I am still wearing the same size I was 22lbs ago, so I was just wondering how much everyone else has lost to actually go down a dress size??
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6 week 6 pack results so far
Okay so tomorrow I am starting week 4, level 2. So therefore today I am at the halfway point. 3 weeks down 3 weeks to go!!! my measurement results so far: Day 1: Today( half way pt): waist 31 30 hips 41.5 41 tummy 38.5 38 arm 12.5 12.5 thigh 24.5 23 chest 39 38.5 So I have a lost a total of 3 inches so far and I know its…
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Cheesy Bacon Potato Soup!!! Delish :)
Potato-Bacon Soup 3 slices turkey bacon (uncooked), cut into 1/2 inch pieces 1/2 medium chopped onion 4 cups frozen Southern-style has brown potatoes (such as Ore-Ida) 2 cups fat-free, less sodium chicken broth 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 cup skim milk 2 TBSP. chopped green onions 1/2 cup (2 ounces) reduced-fat…
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hummus??
Never had hummus before and I want to try it, what do you suggest?? flavors, what to eat it with etc
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Yummy Crab Dip
This is from the hungry girl website!! it is delish so i thought i would share!!! For something creamy, delicious, and CRAB-TASTIC to dip things in, don't look to restaurants! Our new swap ROCKS... and it's not just a dip for baked chips and cut veggies. Try stuffing a chicken breast, a bell pepper, or even just your face…
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OLIVIA----LOOK HERE!!
DID you find me?
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NSV!!!
So this morning I tried on a pair of jeans that I bought right before I found out I was pregnant. I havent been able to get them buttoned since about 8 weeks pregnant, and my daughter is now almost 16 months old, well this morning they buttoned!! waaay to tight and too much of a muffin top to actually wear them but hey at…
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logging calories burned
Ok so I have a HRM so I know exactly how many calories I burn during exercise. My question is do you stop your HRM right when the workout is over or when your HR gets back to resting point? For example I do the Jillian Michaels 6 week Six pack DVD and it lasts 35 mins, As soon as I am finished I stay on my feet and moving…
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Chicken Recipes
Hey I eat a lot of chicken and I am so sick of all my boring chicken breast!! does anyone have any great healthy chicken breast recipes? (preferably under 200 cals per serving) Thanks!!
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upping calories?
ok so i just changed my goal settings to lb a week and it increased my calories by about 300, has anyone lost more weight by increasing their calorie intake? i am lucky if i lose a half pound a week right now and my goals were set to 1 & 1/2 pounds per week. Just wondering if this worked for anyone?
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NSV!!!! WOOT WOOT
Ok So I measured myself at the beginning of January, and I measured again today and I have lost 3.5 inches since Jan 1st!!!! :happy: This is crazy because I have lost more inches than I have weight since Jan1st I have only lost 3lbs!! OMG I cant tell you how excited I am to see some progress!!!.....I cant wait to drop a…
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Hungry Girl!!! NEW LOVE :)
Ok so I have been dying to try a hungry girl recipe!! yesterday I went to the grocery and picked up all I need to have a HG dinner everyday this week---well the days that my boyfirned is home for dinner....no point in cooking a big meal for one and a baby!!! So last night I tried my very first HG recipe---my bf chose the…
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Size Zero Slim Patch
Ok so has anyone seen the ad for these patches that supposedly guarantee that you will lose atleast 24lbs!? I know it is probably just a scam to get money but just wondering has anyone ever used them??
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6 week six pack
I just ordered Jillian Michaels 6 week six pack dvd and i'm just wondering if anyone has done it and seen positive results
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Stretch Marks
Ok so my tummy is completely covered in stretch marks from pregnancy. I am thinking of getting laser removal done. Has anyone had any experiences with it? have you had affirm laser treatment done? do you know anyone who has had it done? I have tried everything from Vitamin E to Cocoa Butter to Bio Oil and nothing works for…
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Biggest Loser last week
I have to say I watched the biggest loser last week and i was a little disappointed with Jillian and Bob!! I love them both dont get me wrong....but when the twins gained weight they were so mean to them....i mean i really dont think anyone would intentionally gain weight....but seriously I know how hard it is to lose…
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sodium
Has anyone had success losing weight without tracking sodium? I am always over on sodium and I am just wondering if anyone has lost weight without tracking sodium?? I honestly dont think I can get my sodium down.....
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Net cals vs.Cals
Ok just to verify I am not asking what the difference is. I understand what the difference is. I just need to know are you supposed to eat atleast 1200 net cals everyday??? or is it just 1200 cals??? I am confused on how much i should actually be eating. I usually eat anywhere from 1300-1500 but I work out a lot. (like i…
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Your dream body!!!
Ok so I just thought it would be fun and motivational to post pics of the body we want!!! Mine would have to be Kourtney Kardashian!!! She just looks so good after having a baby!! Kim and Khloe are gorgeous too!! I would love to have any of their bodies LOL
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I just want to punch him!!!
I want to punch my BF in the face LOL!!! He comes in this morning and says "all your healthy cooking is making me lose weight" :mad: Me: "So you are saying you eat one healthy meal a day and lose weight without working out at all and I watch every single calorie that goes in my mouth and workout every morning (80 mins…
