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30 day shred
I have started the 30 day shred again. I've tried this a couple times before and have never completed all 3 levels due to one thing or another. But this is the time tho. I will complete all 3 levels. Who wants to join me? Feel free to add me if you want so we can motivate each other even more.
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Work Lunch Workout?
I get a 30 minute lunch at work. Usually I eat my lunch, which takes all of about 10 minutes (I eat small snacks throughout the day), then sit there playing on my phone for the next 20 minutes. But I'd like to start doing some small exercises during that time. Any ideas on something to do. There is no place to really walk…
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Fitness/activity trackers
What is your favorite fitness/activity tracker? I am looking to get one but only have about $60 to spend on one. I had a fitbit zip and liked it but it died on me and now I need a new one. I'd like one that is watch style rather than clip on.
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Need new ways of cooking
What is your favorite way to fix the good old comfort foods we used to fry or use lots of butter or whatever. I love the classic comfort foods like mashed potatoes, fries, fried chicken and such. Now I need new ways of cooking them so that they are healthier. Or even just put a new spin on them to give them a fresh new…
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Meal planning
Do you all do meal planning? We are just getting started with meal planning. We are a very busy family who is just getting busier. I have a set schedule while my husband (who is a restaurant manager) has different shifts. It's been a challenge to get started with his crazy schedule but we are trying. I am looking into…
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Meal Planning for a Very Busy Family
I have been wanting to start planning our meals for the week/month however we are a very busy family with different schedules and it's hard for me to get started. Any ideas? I want us all to eat healthy but my husband and I work different shifts and I do not have a big freezer to do a lot of freezer meals. I have posed…
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Feezer bag slow cooker recipes
Has anyone tried making what is called freezer bag recipes? Have they turned out good for you? I'm wanting to try some but my freezer is so small that I can't do a whole lot. I am wondering if I could do the same thing but put some in the fridge instead and use them for the week rather than freezing them. I am hoping this…
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running clothing question
I have always enjoyed running but got out of it and got way out of shape. I am just beginning the c25k program. The weather where I live is very humid. My weird and somewhat embarrassing question is. Is there any good way of keeping shorts from riding up? I have very large thighs and I know that's the problem but it's very…
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Changing Battery in FitBit Zip
Hey guys......Sorry if this has been asked before but I'm curious. When the battery is low and needs to be changed, when you go to change it do you lose the steps from before you changed the battery? My battery indicator is flashing even tho on the dashboard it says I have 1/2 battery life left. It also will not sync with…
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"rest" days?
What is the best to do for rest days. I want to work out some but is it better to do yoga or pilates or just strength training on off days. Or is it better to just rest those days?
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For the love of the Doctor......
Hi everyone. My husband and I are huge Doctor Who fans. We have finally converted our son to enjoy it as well. Most of his friends and our friends enjoy it. I would love to be able to discuss more of the Who Universe and how we can help each other over come our weight issues together and use The Doctor as our inspiration…
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Workout routines
What is your favorite way to work out. Do you like being at home and using dvds or at home equipment or do you prefer the gym? I personally prefer at home. I like my dvds. I also use YouTube some to in order to find new workouts or to just do something different. I recently got some of those resistance bands and am trying…
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Meal Planning
What is the best way to start being a meal planner and sticking with the plan? My husband and I often work different shifts so making dinner at home is sometimes difficult. Most nights I don't get home until around 7 pm and by the time I get a meal cooked it's time for our son to get ready for bed and we have to rush…
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What is your favorite pump it up music?
I am trying to get a good list of music to work out to. I have a few songs that I have on repeat but looking for some new songs to play while walking/running. Any suggestions would be great! Here are the songs I listen too every time I go walking/running. Girl on Fire Hall of Fame Stronger
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30 day squat/crunch/plank craziness
So I've started this yesterday. Looking forward to seeing how my body will change over the next 30 days. Hope I have some people join me cause I think this would be better than just the squats. Yesterday I did - 50 squats, 20 crunches and held the plank for 20 seconds. Today will be - 55 squats, 25 crunches and 25 seconds…
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I'm stuck!
I am stuck on one number. Been on the same number now for 2 weeks. I am feeling and seeing results in how my clothes are fitting but the numbers just don't match. I have not been exercising like I should due to having an upper respiratory infection where I couldn't breath to do real exercise but not been just sitting on my…
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Healthy Thanksgiving
I am looking for healthy alternatives to the traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Like sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and desserts.
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Help!!! My thighs are so big
Anyone have any good exercises to get your thighs slimmer. My thighs is where almost all my weight is and I have such a hard time getting the weight off them. I do squats, leg lifts and stuff like that. I also walk quite a bit but they still seem to not get any smaller.
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Granola Bar
Does anyone have any great recipes for a healthy granola bar? I love to eat them for breakfast but they are so expensive to purchase that I thought if I could make them it would be cheaper and less calories.
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Really Good Chicken Recipes
I am looking for some really tasty and healthy chicken recipes. My husband was told to eat a more chicken instead of other meat for his stomach problems. I need some quick and easy recipes. We have a very busy life and just 3 of us so anything we can fix quick or ahead of time would be awesome!
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Digital Scale?
Is a digital scale more accurate than the one with the dial? I am considering getting a digital but want to make sure I am going to be getting the more accurate type of scale. I have used the one with a dial for a very long time and it is not very accurate according to the scale at the dr. office. Can anyone tell me which…
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Greetings from Kenutcky
Hello. I am a mom and wife and am tired of not feeling good about myself or my health. I am so glad I found this site and am looking forward to getting to know some of the people on here for the support that is needed for weight loss and getting fit. I am also looking forward to finding new solutions for my life. :)
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what do you like listening to while working out?
I used to listen to up beat music and stuff while walking and exercising but now I've started listening to books on CD and it doesn't seem like I've walked that far then I look down at the treadmill's mile counter says I've already walked like a mile. I have decided it is the best way for me to do my workouts because I'm…
