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Terrified
Hi, Terrified is the thought that comes to mind as I've just looked at the photos from my sons 1st birthday 2 weeks ago and reflected on what my self image portrays. I am also 3 years in recovery from mental illness and I'm now also 4 months job hunting trying to find re-employment. I'd been with the same people for about…
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Olympic lifting
Hi, I have been learning the olympic lifts at crossfit recently. Does anyone have any pictures or links or posters for 'how to's' of these to refer back to? Not being in the gym has me thinking about how I want to do it properly when I am there. Thanks for your time, Helen
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What a wobbly road to success
Just dropping in to say Hi! It's been a while and from friends profiles everyone's doing so well. I joined MFP in January this year and originally set a goal of 60kg. I was 83kg at the time and now 75kg having bounced back up from my lowest at 70. I am back on here logging to eat more and make better choices, workout and…
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How did I fall this far off the wagon?
Argh - my gauge of what is reasonable seems to have gone out the window!!! How did I fall this far off the wagon? Already I am -133 over today preworkout which is too far for me this time of day - I usually workout in the evenings when I do. I am going to regain control now! However, everyone's starting point is someone…
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Sunblock sollution
Hello from sunny England! I could do with some help please. As a child I remember having neon sunblock across our cheek bones that we used to apply as war paint, for protection from the elements and particularly for watersports. Now, the grown up kid in me wants to buy some but I can't find any! I use waterproof Nivea spf…
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Are your abs out of hiding yet?
I am wondering what it takes to get abs to make a debut - has anyone got any photo evidence and guidance from their experience that they can share? What did it take to get you to notice a change in your tummy tone? My weight is going down gradually, and I am getting stronger through cardio and lifting - and watching the…
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Share your stats and next goals
What it says guys, share your successes; how long have you been logging, what successes have you had, and what are your next goals? I'll set the ball rolling. New to MFP on January 1 this year 114 days consistent logging Dropped a dress size to UK 12 - achieved 11/02/2012 BMI range below 25 (normal = 18.5–24.9) = 72.1kg or…
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Energy balance
Perhaps as I am new it stills feels like keeping my energy in balance and incorporating crossfit is a challenge of it's own. Does this get any easier? I don't want to end up injured but also want to put in enough effort to want to do the next workout without feeling wiped out.
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Reflections
Does anybody ever reflect on the weight lost and think nooo I was never that heavy, that can't be right - I was 13stone+ last christmas and I'm not really sure what weight I see myself as now, just generally healthier! A couple of colleagues positively commented then were quick to say that they thought I would look like I…
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5 green numbers
Just wondering if anyone ever achieves this - it seems impossible to get five green numbers at the bottom of my diary each day. Currently tracking fat, protein, sodium, fiber and sugar. Anyone?
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Bigger support network please!
Hi, I’m looking to build my support network further and offer my support in return. I'm online most days' at least to log my diary and check in with friends on the news feed as often as possible, and occasionally the forums too. I joined MFP on 1st January 2013 and have lost around 12kg (lbs) so far. The weight drop is…
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P90X chin-up bar
:smile: Hi ya'll I am thinking about buying a chin-up bar. Does anyone know if you can use this on a stud wall? Thanks, xHx
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Easter survival strategy
Hey, Is anyone else feeling the urge to splurge - everywhere I go there seems to be chocolate already. Do you have a plan on making sure that you stay on track and avoid the temptations?
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When the going gets tough...
...the tough get going. Bit of a motivational thread here really. What's your favorite thing to do that spurs you on if you start feeling weakened / bored of your commitment to goals? To get the thread going, here's some of my suggestions: - Prep tomorrows diary and make it better than today's - Reflect on my previous…
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Too much fat but eating healthily
Help please, my diary is open and maybe someone can help me workout why what I thought was a really healthy day today seems to have given me way too much fat and still not enough protein, let alone carbs. Thank you!! Still have time to redeem myself this evening hopefully.
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Am I drinking enough/too much?
So, the jury's out - how much am I supposed to be drinking? 2 litres seems to be my average whilst I'm doing my desk job 9-5 then the occasional drink outside of that, but I look and feel much better if I average 3-4 litres daily. Since following MFP I still feel thirsty after meeting my 8 'cups' (in my mind that's about a…
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Getting fed up of being asked about pregnancy
Forewarning that this is just a personal harrumph because I'm upset/angry and need to vent - apologies in advance. So one of my motivations for loosing weight is because I didn't like being asked when I was 'due'. 3 times now... I tend to hold my weight mainly around my stomach which apparently makes me a typical apple. 4…
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What to put in the cupboards
I am hoping that those of you with more experience of running a home and looking after your weight might have some guidance as I am feeling a little lost in choosing kitchen staples and healthy options to keep us going through the week. I started my efforts on 1st January this year and we have gradually been getting…
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Over exercising
I have a concern about my other half who is a postman. He runs his round (6 day rotation with a day off in the week and Sunday by default) and that takes him approximately 3-4 hours daily. His calorie intake is approximately 2500 and he has a very strong lean frame although not skinny - 5ft 8 and 11st at present (winter…
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Energy required!!
Does anybody have any suggestions on substituting sugar for natural energy? I feel shattered!!!
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Protein sources and good fats
I have been looking at my nutritional intake and noticed that carbohydrate is the main part of my diet. I am often in the red in the amount of sugar consumed. Can anyone suggest how I can get my protein sources and good fats up and get a healthy balance? Thanks, Helen
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Healthy choice at Zizzi - guidance please!
Morning all, I'm hoping you can help! Hubby is treating us to a meal out this evening to Zizzi at Port Solent in the UK and I would like to make a dinner choice that doesn't put me over my calorie allowance for the day. I have about 450 for dinner this evening. Their menu online doesn't list the calories in each meal. Does…
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Noticing the difference
:smile: Today is a really happy day because I've realised the folllowing: My wedding and engagement rings fit again!!!!! :love: My thighs don't rub uncomfortably any more Crossing my legs is easy (don't read into that - haha!) My work skirt fits instead of clenches which is SOOo much more comfortable My current jeans now…
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Onwards and downwards
Hi, I'm Helen. I'm a 32 year old Brit and live in Hampshire, England. 2013 has already logged a few milestones that I never thought I'd achieve. I have tried numerous 'diets' before all with their temporary successes. Once upon a long while ago and probably like many of us I used to be a highly energetic teenager who loved…
