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Any successful phentermine stories?
I did some searching about phentermine on the forums and have seen all the bad stuff that can happen... so I'm not looking for anymore of that. Is there anyone out there that was prescribed this and it helped (and they didn't gain it all back afterwards)? Here is my story: I've been trying to lose weight seriously since…
Muscle Recovery Help Needed!
Hi All! Looking for recommendations for workout recovery supplements (specifically for after weight training). I'm looking for something a little fancier than protein powder/nuts/carbs/etc. I stretch, don't over train, and have lost a ton of weight. Recently I've been getting bad post workout soreness that stays around for…
How to break up muscle groups?
So I know it's a good idea to break up muscle groups in your routine. For example: Day 1 (Mon): Pilates Day 2 (Tue): Back and Shoulders Day 3 (Wed): Abs and Legs Day 4 (Thur): Chest, Bi, Tri Day 5 (Fri): Rest Day 6 (Sat): Abs, Back and Shoulders Day 7 (Sun): Legs, Chest, Bi, Tri In addition I do about 30-55 minutes of…
Need help finding motivation after a death...
I had to put my cat of 18 years to sleep last night. It was time, she had kidney failure and was in a lot of pain. I had her since I was 7 years old. Most people don't seem to understand how difficult of a loss this was because it was a pet instead of a "person". I am finding difficulty finding motivation to eat well and…
Get the most out of your vitamins...
Interesting article... enjoy! http://jennpike.wordpress.com/2011/03/09/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-vitamin-supplements/
Looking for a recipe... any creative people out there?!
Hi All! I'm trying to find something a recipe or two that doesn't have meat (fish is ok), dairy (yogurt is ok), and grains. I'm doing this for a bit to force myself to be more creative with veggies. However, I need some inspiration. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!
Dairy Free Protein/Meal Replacement
Hi All, I've been using Naturade Soy Meal Replacement Powder and was wondering if anyone has any others that they would recommend. Always looking for something new, I get tired of the same things. :-)
21 Ways to Slim Down Your Thanksgiving Feast
http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=1238 "Thanksgiving meals can weigh in at more than 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat, according to the Caloric Control Council" Don't be a fat turkey! Be prepared!
Does this make me look fat?
Haha a little funny? A little true? :-)
November Updates
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Exercise at Work with Sit-ilates
Interesting article... I think everyone could use a few things do sneak in while sitting at their desk! http://www.oprah.com/health/Andrea-Metcalfs-Sit-ilates-Lesson/1
Swapping for healthier foods
Found this: http://www.teambeachbody.com/eat-smart/michis-ladder Interesting idea... we should all try to Climb higher on Michi's Ladder!
How many calories burned?! Help!
So my HRM is telling me that based on my heart rate I burned 2000 calories in 90 minutes of exercise last night. All the calculators online say that even at a average of 170 bpm I'd only burn about 1400 calories. Whenever I looked at my HRM it was anywhere between 160 and 180 so I know it was reading my heart rate…
Homemade Green Power Shakes/Protein Shakes Recipes
I recently bought a blendtec blender (yay!) and am trying out all sorts of new shake recipes. My favorite so far is whey protein+half banana+silk light soymilk plain+ blueberries and/or strawberries ... thinking of adding spinach or something like that. Anywho anyone have any great recipes to share?!
Blendtec or Vita-mix... opinions?
I'm looking into getting either a Blendtec or a Vita-Mix blender. Both look pretty amazing... anyone have any experience with either machine? I can't decide!
Exercises To Fix Hunchback Posture From Office Work
Interesting article for anyone who suffers from "9 to 5 Hunchback Syndrome". Enjoy! http://www.businessinsider.com/five-exercises-to-fix-hunchback-posture-from-office-work-2011-10
Tofu Experts Needed!
I was told that adding tofu was a great way to add "creamy-ness" to soup without all the calories of cream. Anyone have any suggestions as to what tofu would blend well into a soup? I know there is silken tofu, firm tofu, and all sorts of others. I just don't want a gritty texture in the soup. Thanks!
What's the strangest food item you've found...
I got curious about how bad for you some random food items (deep fried snickers bar, deep fried oreos) that I saw at the fair were so I looked them up on MFP. To my surprise I found them in the database.... Hey I guess we all have our cheat meals, no? Anyways, that made me wonder what other strange foods have people found…
What are your "secret diet weapons"?
I want to see what other people use to help keep their diets on track. What are your secret weapons that are completely essential to keeping you on track? Mine are: Naturade Soy Protein Meal Replacement Powder Insulated Klean Kanteen (in purple!) My personal trainer ... and of course, MFP! :happy:
Desk Job Exercise Ideas
So I'm in a 9-5 desk job where I sit in a cubicle all day. I go out for a 30 minute walk almost every day and I stretch in my cubicle. I do calf lifts and stand as much as I can. Anyone have any good ideas for exercises that can be done (discreetly) at work?
Feeling really hungry. Suggestions?
Hi everyone! I tend to get really hungry in the morning and can't seem to find something that keeps me full for more than a hour or so. Once lunch time comes around I'm starving. Here is a typical breakfast for me: Starbucks Grande Iced Coffee with soy (unsweetened) Activia Light yogurt (or Chobani nonfat greek yogurt)…
Exercise-induced Asthma... anymore else?
Hi All, I just recently was diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma about a month ago. I never realized that I had asthma because I didn't have the "weezing" or common signs of asthma (at least I didn't think so!). Anyways, now I take two puffs of abuterol before a work-out and I can finally exercise and it's great! Before…
I've been around... but now getting serious!
Hi, I've been on MFP chugging away since 2010. So far I've lost about 10 pounds! Yay! I've always struggled with a weight issue but have recently found the power of motivation through friends and family. I'm looking for some new friends that will help me (and hopefully I can help them!) with this journey. I really want to…

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