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Starvation Mode: How It Works
We’ve all seen the countless threads and posts about starvation mode. Many contain a lot of misinformation and apply the concept too broadly. It’s my aim to clear up some misconceptions (of both believers and non-believers). I’m going to try to keep this simple and straightforward and easily understandable. What is…
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Some MFP Basics
Determining Settings & Goals So, you’ve entered your info, chosen your goals, and MFP has given you a daily cal goal. Is it right? For this to work, these numbers must all be accurate and realistic. A general guideline for determining loss per week goal: 20 lbs or less to lose: .5 lb loss per week 20 - 50 lbs to lose: 1 lb…
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A Personal View on Exercise Cals and Underfeeding
The debate on exercise cals and underfeeding will never go away. It is hot, and often turns into a free-for-all, with each "side" passionately defending themselves. I think there are two things at play here. First, there are definitely people who go too far both ways in the debate. Some demanding that everyone should eat…
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Activity Level and Logging Exercise
There are frequent posts asking what should be logged as “exercise”… And occasional posts condemning those who, some believe, log frivolous activities. I’d like to give a simple overview of activity level settings and how to determine what to log. What you log as exercise is very dependent on your Activity Level setting.…
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60 lbs in 60 DAYS!!!!!!!!
Did I get your attention? Good. Most of you who clicked on that are just the folks I'd like to talk to. :happy: First, a couple of fundamentals. MFP is different than most counters/plans. It creates a built in deficit, based on your chosen loss per week goal, regardless of exercise. It adds cals back in when you log…
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MFP as a Community
(Warning: Extreme Sappiness Ahead) I just felt the need to voice my feelings about MFP. It goes without saying that the tools here are exceptional and have contributed greatly to any success I've had in improving my health. Tracking has been a huge factor in helping me to see what needs to be done to improve my diet and…
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A Cautionary Tale, with Pics
I decided to take some progress pics – which was a very difficult thing for me to do. Having had lots of issues with eating disorders and body image for most of my life, pictures are not my friend. After I took them, I posted on my feed how disappointed I was with the results. While I can certainly see improvement, the…
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Tough Love
KITA (aka Kick In The *kitten*) We all need one once in a while. Some more than others. This one is about responsibility. My KITA was finally recognizing that it was monumentally stupid to have the knowledge that I possess and, out of sheer laziness, refusing to apply it to myself. I took my KITA (with a bit of grace, I…
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Non-cook, non vegetarian dinners
I have a dilemma. Our area recently went on Stage 3 fire restrictions due to drought. This means...no grilling, of any kind. In the summer, I almost exclusively use the grill, because I like it, and because using the oven OR stove (gas) makes the house too unbearably hot (ie 95 degrees - and yes, I have a/c's, but they…
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If You Really Knew Me Thread
We have had several requests to remove posts that were on this thread. The things shared on the thread were extremely personal. I believe some people were not aware that MFP forum posts are automatically indexed by public search engines, making posts available to anyone on the internet, and subsequently regretted making…
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Victories: Scale and Otherwise
I wanted to give a bit of an update: A bit of background is here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/175241-a-personal-view-on-exercise-cals-and-underfeeding It has been a little over 5 months since I began to change my eating and exercise habits. I know I lost a little bit of weight before joining MFP, but I had a…
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I've Found the Secret!
WARNING: Not for the faint of heart - Many instances of TMI to follow The secret to quick weight loss is.... the FLU! My weight loss has increased dramatically over the past week. "That's great!!!" you say. "How do I do it?" "Well, I really wouldn't recommend it as a good weight loss plan," I reply. "But why not??! I want…
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Sport Bra Reviews
Nice listing of sports bras for all sizes http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/the-best-sports-bras-for-women-of-all-sizes-2477247/
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Alternate Exercises
Though the tone of the article is a bit too emphatic, I found this interesting info for alternate exercises to do if you need modified exercises or don't go to a gym. Walking into the gym and expecting a great workout is like walking into the supermarket and expecting a gourmet meal. The basic ingredients are there, but…
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Turkey Burger Recall
FYI.... Nearly 55,000 pounds of frozen, raw turkey burger products maybe contaminated with Salmonella. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said 4-pound boxes of Jennie-O Turkey Store “All Natural Turkey Burgers with seasonings Lean White Meat" are being recalled. Each box contains a dozen 1/3-pound individually wrapped…
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Just Cardio?
Found this to be a good summary of why strength training/weight lifting is vital for women of every age and size. Enjoy! :flowerforyou: "Just because you're not vying for 20-inch biceps or thunderously strong thighs like the muscle heads in the gym doesn't mean you should shun the weight room. Lifting weights gives you an…
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True Motivation & Determination
For anyone who hasn't seen this guy, he's truly the most motivational person on the planet. Puts a lot into perspective. http://www.wimp.com/watchingthis/ (his website is here: http://www.attitudeisaltitude.com/ )
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Another reason to get healthy
Lost my aunt (who was 52 and mildly obese) to a stroke a year ago last week. One more reason to get the whole diet/exercise thing under control and get healthy. http://health.yahoo.net/news/s/ap/us_med_stroke_younger_victims
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Family trouble
Totally not related to weight loss (other than the stress created by the situation.) A family member recently sent money to help with some issues related to my son. He placed conditions on how this money was to be spent, which I did not feel was appropriate in the circumstances (long history I won’t go into – but we’ll…
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Fake Blueberries
Interesting article/video about blueberry content...or lack thereof http://shine.yahoo.com/event/green/blueberry-imposters-fake-blueberries-may-be-in-your-packaged-foods-2446815/
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Cheat Days (Long...but hopefully worth it)
First, let me start out by saying I am in no way opposed to relaxing and eating something you enjoy. I’m a firm believer in Everything in Moderation. But there have been quite a few posts regarding Cheat Meals or Days and I think this idea is damaging and counterproductive, when referred to in these terms. I’m finding that…
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Finding a new path
Hello all, Single mom, 37, work at home and have tons of time, just need the inspiration and motivation. Hoping to find some of it here. Just beginning a new journey - to health! While of course I hope to lose some weight and look better, my real goal is to be healthier and hopefully set a good example for my family. I…
