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My belly is not shy...
When I'm working out, especially when I try to do cardio,my shirt rides up over my belly, while my pants are slipping down below my belly. I'm 5'6" and 250lb so it's not really something anyone wants to see... As a result I'm trying to run on a treadmill whilst holding my shirt down and my pants up. Makes it hard to feel…
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Cooking for the Week!
I work 10am-8pm five or six days a week. Eating out is expensive-- both to my financial budget and my calorie budget! I'm looking for a few more suggestions of meals that I can make on my day off and then bring for the week to work. My current favorites are crockpot chicken tacos and a skinny baked ziti. I know I can't be…
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More GF
I'm looking to incorporate more Gluten-Free foods into my diet. I don't have celiacs, but I've heard great things about moving way from gluten products. Any suggestions for how to start?
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Organic Gardening!
Is anyone else growing an organic vegetable garden? I'm starting my first one this summer! My mom always grew a garden when I was younger, but not an organic one, so I'm excited to give this a try. Any tips?
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June 1 is in 20 weeks!
So I'm looking for some people to help keep me accountable in the next 20 weeks until June 1! I'd love to try to work together to hit some goals by then, maybe with some mini goals in the middle (Valentines Day, St Pats, Easter, etc). Here's a little about me: I'm 5'6, 22 years old, and as of this morning 188lbs. My…
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Vegan Treats!
My brother-in-law is a vegan and I'm looking for some nice treats I can make for him. Anything super yummy out there?
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Dumbells
So I'm new to trying to use dumbells, although I've had about three different weights for about a year. I don't want to try doing them at the gym until I don't look totally clueless with what I'm doing. I'm looking for exercises that will help to tone my arms to do on top of my cardio. What are the best exercises to start…
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Popcorn Toppings!
So pretty much the only thing I really wanted for Xmas was an orville redenbacher air popper. I love popcorn and wanted to be able to make it without any of the oil. Does anyone have suggestions for some yummy toppings? Kate
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New to Charlotte, NC
Hi all! So I've been on MFP for a few months but I recently moved to Charlotte, NC on my own and I'm having trouble finding the motivation to get going on my weight loss again. Are there any good classes in Charlotte I could take? I'm living in the South Park area. Thank you so much!
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ActiveTrainer C25K Cals
So I just finished my first day of C25K and when I logged it on MFP and when I logged it on ActiveTrainer I was given way different calorie counts. Which one do you think is more reliable?
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Looking to Move
Okay, so I'm 22 and graduating with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Human Relations and Work in 2 weeks from St Anselm College in NH. Except for a semester abroad in London, I've never lived outside of New England. I'd love to move to Boston, but it's so expensive. I've decided to reach out to my fellow MFP'ers! I'm…
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Should I buy another pair of weights?
So I'm currently doing the 30DS. I have a pair of 5 lb weights, but for some of the strength exercises I just can't do it with the 5 lbs (any of the strength moves where i need to lift the weight to eye level or higher). Instead I've just been forcing myself to do as many as i can with the 5 lb weights and then going…
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I'm admitting that I need help.
Okay so I went on spring break last week and ate horribly. I am having such an incredibly hard time getting back on track. I'm not eating right, tracking, or going to the gym. I just can't find the motivation, and I'm pointing the blame on to my depression. I need help! Lots of help! It's really hard for me to admit that…
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Blueberry-Banana Bread
The all-purpose baking mix makes this moist, oat-spiked bread extra easy! From eatbetteramerica. prep time:15 min start to finish:3 hr 20 min makes:1 loaf (24 slices) 2 cups Bisquick Heart Smart® mix 3/4 cup quick-cooking oats 2/3 cup sugar 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 medium) 1/4 cup milk 2 eggs 1 cup fresh…
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Elliptical Pain!
Does anyone else's ankle hurt after being on the elliptical? I think it's because I'm pushing down with the balls of my feet rather than in a flat-footed way. I love the elliptical for cardio and I don't want to have to switch to a bicycle or something. Anyone have advice?
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Biggest Loser Desserts
I just picked up the Biggest Loser Desserts cookbook... does anyone have any favorites?
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Anti-depressants
I've been on anti-depressants now for about four months. Going to the gym has really helped stabilized my mood, but on really crappy days I still find myself turning to food or just feeling unwilling to get out of bed and go to the gym. Is anyone else dealing with problems like this? What do you do? I know I should just…
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Daily Goals
Okay, so I'm not afraid of going over my fiber or protein intakes, but I'm wondering if I need to hit my fat and carb goals or if those are just limits? I've been pretty good about not hitting them, but am I supposed to be getting a certain amount of carbs and fats each day?
