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*ASK ME ANYTHING* 75LBS LOST IN 6 MONTHS
Hello FitNation! I was blessed to have so much positive feedback on my previous post. Following the post, my inbox got a ton of messages asking for advice, support, and many other subjects. So I figured, why not make an Ask Me Anything thread here and see if I can help anybody in the community in any way. We all succeed…
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I am the "almost-success-story": Round 2
Lost 80 pounds over 5 months last year and documented it all here on MFP. Life got in the way and I gained back some of what I lost. I am ready to push forward and finally hit my goal that I was so close to just a few months ago. I am here to support anyone looking to better themselves however I can, and I am always…
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*PICS* A heart attack waiting to happen at 24 y/o. Now...
I wasn't going to post this and make a big deal about it, but I just wanted to thank everyone close to me for all of their support over the last 6 months. For those of you who don't know, I was not well early in the year. I had extremely high blood pressure and was basically told after medical tests that I was a heart…
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GIANTS UNITE! M/F OVER 6' - Looking for fellow tall friends
Where are you tall people? Looking for some tall fitness pals. I'm 6'6. Let's go.
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Workout Playlists: Post them Here!
I got quite a few messages asking what my music playlist is that I work out to. I keep changing the rotation all the time, but this is a current 15 song one I use for some of my runs: Share one of your workout playlists below!
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Looking for some more positive friends!
So I have been on MFP for about two months and I have met some amazing, positive, and supportive people! They have helped me along my journey, and now have reached the halfway point to my goal. I am active, and always a supportive friend. Looking for some more Pal's to help with the second half push down the stretch. Let's…
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Except from my Kindle Single, "Journal of an Obese Athlete"
"So That's It..." Except from my Kindle Single, "Journal of an Obese Athlete" The hotel phone started to scream. This is the modern day rooster and is labeled as a, “courtesy wake up call.” My body is as stiff as a wooden board. I can feel every muscle aching and my back spasms get off to an early start. Even opening my…
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Best Lunch Ever - Only 259 Calories!
I feel so full for hours after, and it tastes delicious! Just thought I'd share. EDIT: Apparently the numbers are off from what I am reading in the replies. Regardless, this salad is delicious and keeps me full. windows 7 print screen
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A Binge To Remember
Hey everyone! I wrote a short-run book that's going to be on Kindle later this month. The title is, "Journal of an Obese Athlete." It is based on my struggles with weight and food throughout my career as a college athlete. This is a good binge story so I figured I'd share here! (Excerpt from kindle single that I authored,…
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Stuck Working Overtime - Need a Good Low Calorie Dinner Idea
Stuck working overtime, and I have to order dinner. Need some good, healthy but filling dinner suggestions to order. Low-Cal is okay too. I'll let you know who wins!
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Too many carrots?
A few years ago in college, if I had to pitch a big game I would eat nothing but vegetables two days before and drink a little over a gallon of water. Then I would run a full campus loop (3.2 miles) and sit in the whirlpool for an hour, stretch and go to sleep. I felt like a million bucks the next morning as I did…
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Looking for friends to stay motivated
Hey everyone! I find the best way to stay motivated is to keep friends around who are in the same battle. So lets do it together!
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WHITE vs BROWN RICE - or NO RICE?
I barely eat any carbs in the beginning stages of weight loss. Before a workout I carb up a tad bit. However, I know it is good to have just a little bit of carbs sprinkled in daily. I am having my usual steamed chicken and veggies dinner. If I am going to have a SMALL (1/2 pint) of rice, should I go white or brown? What I…
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On My Journey
Hey there, I'm Josh! When I was a NCAA D1 athlete, it was never about, "getting in shape." I was already in a healthy routine and my talent came natural. Almost 5 years later, I realized recently I had let myself go. I am a 6'6 male. When I started a few weeks ago I weighed a scary 315 lbs. After a doctors visit I was told…
