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Do you ever feel like others try to deter your goals?
Or are they ever confused about why you're doing the things you do? I feel like my mom doesn't always understand. She acts very suspicious. Like tonight I was telling her how I plan to start lifting again more regularly and eating more to bulk, once I finish with Insanity. And she started asking all these questions, like…
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Last day of Insanity! My results
Today was my final day of Insanity. I jumped into the program at the beginning of the summer, not knowing much about it or what I was getting myself into. Originally I thought maybe I'd do a few of the workouts here and there, but I soon decided I wanted to commit to the entire thing. It was a challenge, but I really…
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I'm getting a little tired of this to be honest
Every single day I see multiple sarcastic posts mocking certain commonly held beliefs, ideologies, broscience claims, goals, etc. in regards to health and fitness. Maybe I'm the only one who feels this way but it's getting REALLY old. Like every time I open a thread and realize "...oh it's one of these..." I peace out. Be…
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Guys! I finished! :)
I am so proud of myself! It's been a challenging 9 weeks, but so worth it. I feel awesome, and now I'm excited to get back in the gym and start lifting again. Overall I lost 8 inches and 12 lbs. Here's the results from my final fit test (along with my previous fit tests): 1. Switch Kicks - 131 - 120 - 115 - 100 - 66 2.…
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A guy told me he's in love with me, I don't feel the same.
We've had a fwb relationship for the last year that has slowly come to involve more emotions. But I always felt like I was the one who was pushing for more of a real relationship, and got the impression that he was still more interested in sex than anything. So I finally forced myself to be real and honest with myself,…
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Let's boycott toning, sign my petition here
"Toning" is the worst word and it needs to die. Please sign here if you agree: peachyxoxoxo
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Any personal trainers on this site?
If so, please message me! I have a question about your certifications and continuing education requirements. Thanks!
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Today is an exciting day for me!
First of all, it's my four year anniversary of being vegetarian! :) Yay! But even more exciting, a big NSV - two months binge/purge free. At this point, I no longer consider myself someone with an eating disorder, but someone who is in recovery. I feel so happy and healthy lately.
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How did you pick your career?
For me I think it's because both my parents worked in hospitals when I was growing up. For many, many years I wanted to be a doctor. I did well in science and that seemed to be the field most suited to my interests. Then I realized there were far more options in healthcare. Now I'm in school to be a dietitian. However, I'm…
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"Healthy Living Bloggers"
So I've read a lot of healthy living blogs over the last few years and I even have a blog of my own on tumblr. However, I recently came across the website I've listed below, and started reading through some of the threads..... and it occurred to me how many of these bloggers have odd, childish, clingy, self-absorbed…
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Fit Test Result #3
Post results here! Happy to see continued improvement! 1. Switch Kicks - 115 (100) (66) 2. Power Jacks - 57 (52) (46) 3. Power Knees - 90 (85) (50) 4. Power Jumps - 36 (31) (25) 5. Globe Jumps - 13 (13) (5) 6. Suicide Jumps - 21 (17) (8) 7. Push-up Jacks - 34 (27) (11) 8. Low Plank Oblique - 66 (60) (40)
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Do you know what body type you are?
Quiz: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm More info: http://www.superskinnyme.com/body-type.html http://www.muscleandstrength.com/articles/body-types-ectomorph-mesomorph-endomorph.html I think I tend most towards mesomorph.
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How often do you get your hair cut?
I am really bad about doing this. I haven't had a haircut since January and prior to that, it had been 18 months. My hair looks pretty healthy though, I don't think it's that obvious to others. How often do you get it cut? or do you cut it yourself?
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Should I wait until after I graduate?
Completely random but thought I'd ask for opinions. I want to become a personal trainer, thinking about taking a training course then get certified through ACSM. My question is.... I'm still in college, just starting my senior year. Do you think it'd be better to wait until after I graduate to do this? Or is there any…
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I just had an interesting realization...
I've had disordered eating issues since high school. My lowest weight was 114 lbs and it did not look good on me. Of course, at the time I thought I still looked fat. Because I basically was. Just fat and bones, no muscle. Well unfortunately that disorder turned into binge eating. But the lone good thing that happened…
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NSV - 7 weeks binge/purge free
And that means tomorrow will mark 50 days!!! For a recovering bulimic this is huuuuge :) :) :) can't guarantee I'll never binge again because I feel like it's only human to overdo it sometimes, but I am quite certain at this point I am done with purging forever. I NEVER want to go back to that part of my life. I'm so…
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Need help with pushups?
This girl is one of my favorite bloggers on tumblr (Claire/powerrprincess). She posted this video and I thought it was really great! I am working towards being able to come all the way down to the floor before pushing back up, and this video offered good advice. I thought maybe some others would like it too. Link:…
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I feel like bingeing
I have gone nearly 7 weeks binge free and I am so determined not to do it. I don't need it. I keep thinking it will get easier to say no to wanting to binge at some point in time, but it's still something I have to keep at the forefront of my mind every single day. I don't know why the feeling is so strong tonight. Maybe…
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How much water do you drink?
I have a 20 oz bottle and I try to drink 3-4 bottles worth per day. Then counting coffee, tea or water I drink out a glass, my guess for myself is 80+ oz a day. You?
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Musical theater people!
Anybody? :) What show is your favorite? Favorite song? What shows have you been in?
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3 Causes for Judging People (and How to Accept Yourself)
This is a great article (not written by me). I think a lot of MFPers could read it though. I see a lot of negativity on here and people being downright judgmental of others. Please just take a look, it really resonated with me and maybe it will with you too. source:…
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Off the top of your head...
...how many previous Olympic game locations can you remember? City and year. I can remember every location back to 1996. I don't remember watching in 1994 and I didn't remember where they happened without looking it up. I was born in 1990 btw.
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Super simple sweet treat I love.
Two ingredients: dates and peanut butter. Slice the date part way open and then smear a tsp of peanut butter inside. That's it! As a vegan it takes care of my Reese cup cravings. I'll make 3 or 4 at a time for a snack or dessert.
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Weight loss and clothing... annoying
Some of my clothes (dress pants for work, in particular) are getting too big on me now that I've lost a bit of weight. But my old smaller clothes (from before I gained a bunch of weight in college) are still too small. So for now I have to wear the bigger ones, and because they don't fit properly, they make me look big and…
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Fewer calories in almonds than previously thought
http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/07/24/2908519/almonds-are-even-healthier-than.html According to a recent study. I am always skeptical about new research only supported by one study, but this is definitely interesting. Hope it's true! As if I needed another reason to eat almonds... haha.
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My right calf is bigger than the left one?
I just noticed my right calf is like 0.25-0.5 inches bigger that the left. I always assumed they were about the same size when taking measurements so I didn't usually measure both, until today. The right side of my body has always been the dominant side so I guess I shouldn't be surprised... but has anyone else noticed…
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Are you trying to hit your goal weight by a specific date?
I'm trying to meet my goal by my 22nd birthday, which is November 9 :) that's 16 weeks away I'm hoping to lose about 15 more pounds.
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Future dietitians?
Who else is in school to become a Registered Dietitian?? :) I am currently in my supervised practice and planning to sit for the RD exam next spring.
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I am in a relationship but we're not bf/gf
I met this guy last September and we started a friends with benefits relationship. Initially we both agreed we weren't looking for anything more. Since then, we have slowly grown a lot closer. We go out to bars together, see movies, go to the gym together, hang out with groups of our friends, etc. So it's not like a secret…
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Bachelorette, anyone??
Anybody watching the season finale? :) This show is so addicting haha
