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C25K treadmill speed when running
I want to try to this a C25K program that I found online but here are no speeds on the chart though. When I walk on the treadmill I normally do 3.7mph and will use that for the walking portion of the workout. Anyone have any suggestions for a running speed? I really don't run on a regular basis, so I am at a complete loss!…
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Brides on a Mission: MAY
Hello Brides!!! I am making some more changes to our board. I will be posting a monthly board instead of posting a new one each week. If the board reaches 500 posts I will post another thread as part 2 (I will post the link on this thread). I will start the new thread at the first of every month. Since May isn't too far…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 18
Hello Brides!!! For those who are new: I will post a new thread each Sunday. I have recently cut down the thread length due to my busy school schedule and not having as much time with graduation coming up. I asked last week if anyone would like to take over this tread...I had no takers.:cry: I do not want to fully stop the…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 17
Hello brides! As many of you know I am finishing up with nursing school and will be graduating in June with my RN-BSN. I have been super busy and stressed with studying for my state boards and I have not been on the thread as much lately. I love our thread and still want to be a part of it. But sadly it is becoming a…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 16
Hello brides! Welcome to all new brides! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo: Go to www.photobucket.com, it’s a free service, and upload…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 1
Hello fellow Brides and Happy New Year! :happy: Welcome to week 1 of “Brides on a Mission.” It is so exciting to have a group where we can all come together on a common ground of being engaged and as well as weight loss. Congratulations to everyone! There is no better feeling then marring the love of your life! :love: Each…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 15
Hello brides! So many new brides, welcome to all! Thank you to the members since the beginning! I am glad that this past week’s board was much more active. Way to go everyone! :happy: I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 14
Hello brides! For all brides that are new, welcome! This past week our board was somewha, um, lacking. :ohwell: Where is everyone at? I know the weather is getting nice and people are doing more things outside…. But we all need each other! Let give some more participation this week, please! :tongue: I think we all got the…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 13
Hello brides! Welcome to all the new brides! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo: Go to www.photobucket.com, it’s a free service, and…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 4
Hello brides! It’s week 4….Our board is officially a month old! We have shared so much already with each other about our weddings and weight loss….But I know there is much more to know about each other! Let’s keep up the positive atmosphere we have all created! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 3
Hello brides! We have made it to week 3 and added so many new members since week 1. It’s so great that we are all here for each other! Let’s keep up the support and motivation. I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and…
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Anyone have a recipe for egg-free healthy desserts?
Hello all- My mom is allergic to eggs and I am trying to find a yummy and healthy dessert to serve this Sunday for a family dinner. Thanks to all :smile: -Natalie
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Brides on a Mission: Week 12
Hello brides! Can't beleive the board has been up for 12 weeks now! Amazing! So many new brides, welcome to all! And for our members who has been a part of the board for so long, thanks for your commitment! Everyone is doing fantastic! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 11
Hello brides! Once again there are so many new brides to our group! Welcome to all! :happy: I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo: Go to…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 10
Hello brides! Welcome to all the new members! Glad you have joined the group! :smile: I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo: Go to…
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Roasted red pepper and almond dip- low cal/fat
I love, love, love this dip! Enjoy! Roasted red pepper and almond dip 3 tbs slices almonds, toasted 1 12oz jar raosted red peppers, rinsed, drained, patted dry 1 slice firm whole wheat bread 1 garlic clove, peeled 2 tsp balsamic vinager 1 1/2 tsp EVOO 1/8 tsp cayenne Combine all ingredients in a food processer or blender…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 9
Hello brides! The end of last week was a little emotionally rough for some people on the board. Let us all just remember that we are here to support/motivate each other and also give support/motivation to each other. Our wedding days will all be here before we know it and we want to look out best…that is our goal and let’s…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 8
Hello Brides! Welcome to all our new members! And for those who have been here for a while…we’ve been together for 2 months! Way to stick with it and show your commitment to becoming a healthy bride! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back…
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Creamy Hamburger Noodle Casserole (377cal)
I was looking for something differnt to make for dinner tonight and I found the recipe below. I am going to make two changes; using low-fat sharp chedder cheese (it calls for regular sharp chedder) and a whole wheat penne instead of egg noodles (family member allergic to eggs). I am going to pair it up with a salad dressed…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 7
Hello Brides! Once again, so many new faces on the board! Hope everyone is finding their way around! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo:…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 6
Welcome brides! There are so many new people on our thread. I’m happy to see so many brides together! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a…
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Chaning weight on Timex PT HR monitor
I have lost weight and need to change my weight on my new Timex personal trainer HR monitor. The directions are not very clear on entering weight and I have pressed every button and can't get the weigt to come up so I can change it. Anyone know how? Thanks!!! -Natalie
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Brides on a Mission: Week 5
Welcome, Brides! I think we all got the swing of how our board works, so I will make this short and sweet! (If you are new, please look back on the support and motivation boards from previous weeks if you would like.) How to upload a photo: Go to www.photobucket.com, it’s a free service, and upload your photos. Copy and…
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Brides on a Mission: Week 2
Welcome to week 2 brides! I am so glad to see such a great turn out for our first week! I didn’t think this would be such a hit, but I should have known there are so many people around the world that have the same goals as I do. Also, thanks everyone for posting your wedding dress pictures! It is so awesome to see everyone…
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Bethenny Frankel's Naturally Thin
Hey! Has anyone read/followed Bethenny's book Naturally Thin? What did you think? I really like her!! Ihave been stuck losing and gaining the same 2lbs over the past 2 months.... Maybe after I read her book I might get some tips. Thanks!
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Cardio training zone vs fat burning zone?
Hey all! I noramlly use the "manual" setting on the machines at the gym. Today I was thinking of doing the fat burning or cardio training setting intead (on the bike). I did the fat burning setting and I felt not challenged at all! It was so easy I just stopped and re-started the bike on a manual settin and bumping up the…
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How important is a "rest" day?
I started the C25K program on Sunday. I do hot yoga on Mondays (I went tonight) and Thursdays. Should I take tomorrow off from the C25K program since I didn't rest today? I love my yoga and don't want to miss my classes! How does this work out schedule look? Sunday: C25K Monday: hot yoga Tuesday: rest Wed: C25k Thursday:…
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Any other brides out there?!
Hey! So I just got engaged in June and it had been a huge motivator to get these last 30lbs off. The wedding isn't until 9-22-12, due to me graduating nursing school in June 2011, so I have a good amount of time to lose the weight at a healthy rate. Any one else engaged and trying to lost weight? I was thinking of maybe a…
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Putting the leftover x-mas cookies in the garbage??
Hello all- I have 2 tins of Chirstmas cookies/breads/fudge sitting on the kitchen table. The past two days I have eaten something(s) out of it. I really do not want to eat anything but because it is sitting there I keep eating it. (If I don't have it in the house I don't eat it!) Has anyone else thought about just throwing…
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How often should I weight myself?
Good morning all! Should "weigh ins" be done weekly or monthly? I do not think that I can weigh myself monthly....that is too long to wait!!! I know weighing myself in the morning first thing and with the same type of clothing is best, right? Thanks! Happy hump day!
