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Bariatric Pals Wanted
Hey all-I am looking for folks that have had bariatric surgery and are doing well in maintenance. I am 3 years out from Gastric sleeve, and have lost about 120lbs. I am also in recovery from a past eating disorder and am hoping to find folks that can continue to help me along my journey. I exercise 4-5 days a week, and…
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Flip turn question
Ok, so started working on flip turns today and I have a question. When I flip, at what point do I rotate to continue swimming . .do you push off the wall on your back and then turn, or am I missing something? When I worked on it today, I was on the end lane, and when I flipped and pushed off, I ended up almost running into…
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Gosh darn goggles
So, I have like 5 pairs of goggles...I would just keep buying new ones that i thought would actually not fog up . . .this was all before I discovered the spit stuff that defogs goggles . . .BUT I had gotten a great pair about 4 months ago. They worked great, and combined with the spit stuff were the BOMB . . .then out of…
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I think this new program might kill me . . .
Just got new program from trainer . . Warm up: 200 kick, 200 pull, 200 swim Sprints: 16x25 on 45 EZ: 50 Main Set: 200 kick w/fins (alternating front/back) 200 kick on side 200 1 pull, 6 kicks 200 catch up REPEAT Cool down: 200 Total: 2850!!!! She told me to print out workout and only swim for 60 minutes and make notes for…
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Swim programs
Hey all . . .just buying some equipment and found some rgeat resources for ready made workouts . .thought this might help folks who want more structure. Check it out if you want . ..and they are FREE! http://www.kiefer.com/swim-workouts-2014-pages-968.php
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Bathing suit dilemna
Hey . .so what is your routine with your suit . .do you rinse, wash, put it in the suit dryer? I have gone through two bathing suits in the last 6 months as they start to disintegrate and get see through and lose the elastic. Someone told me to NOT dry it in dryer, which I don't do, but now on Saturday I noticed that the…
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New little flounder
Hello All! Thanks to Ms_J1 for pointing me to you! I am excited to learn some more from you all. I had bariatric surgery in December, and have lost a total of about 70lbs so far. I have had a ton of orthopedic issues, and so swimming and water aerobics have been my go to exercise. I joined a YMCA in January, and hired a…
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Eating disorders and VGS
Hey all- I am wondering if anyone on here struggled with an eating disorder prior to surgery? I had a pretty extensive history with and eating disorder as a teen, and then as an adult it was more purging-not necessarily binging, but just throwing up regular meals. I had to be three month purge free before surgery, and do a…
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Looking for supportive, ACTIVE MFP people
I was sleeved 12/10/13, and so far I have lost 54 lbs and I feel great . . . I get 80-100 proteins a day, 100 carbs per day, and usually can get my liquids in. I am at the gym 4-5 times a week, and I am really trying to reap the benefits of this second chance I have been given. I am really looking for some folks on MFP…
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Fitbit adjustment problems
Hello all-I need some guidance. I recently had to switch from a fitbit force to a fitbit one due to a nasty rash that i got. I am not sure that the adjustments are working correctly . . . For example . . .yesterday I did a one hour Zumba class . . .and for one, the adjustment for the day was only 225 calories, and I KNOW…
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Body media vs flex vs nike fuel
Hey all. I have fallen victim to the skin rash curtesy of my beloved fitbit force. I was in denial about bout the nasty rash and just moved it to my other hand and now have a rash on both wrists. I have contacted fitbit and they are aware of the problem and are issuing a full refund. Question is this . . .who is using…
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Fitbit Force and logging
Hey guys. . .just wondering if you have a fit bit, do you just go based on what the fit bit records and adjusts, or do you also log your exercise thru MFP? I like seeing my exercise listed in the log with my food, but it don't want things to get counted twice. Thoughts? THANKS
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Gastric sleeve folks
Hey all- wondering if there are any folks in this group that have has the gastric sleeve surgery. Looking for more local support and that could be in MFP friends! but also maybe folks willing to meet up or talk occasionally. I just had surgery on12/10 in bryn Mawr, but I've been on MFP daily for almost a year. Add me if…
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Need friends who have been sleeved
Hey all. . .seems I have been left behind by a number of friends I had before my gastric sleeve surgery on 12/10/13. Many haven't logged on and I really need some more a support. Anyone wiling to friend me .. . I like folks who are interactive and willing to share, support, and challenge when needed. Thanks . .. I do log…
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New to the group-not MFP
Hey guys! I am new to this group, and am in the evaluation/intake process for surgery. I am so hoping that it comes sooner than later. I have done so much research, listened to stories, and am ready for my journey to begin. I have my next appt. in two weeks, and I have lost some of the weight they have required, and seen…
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Hi-New, PCOS, and a lot o'weight to lose
Hello. I am new to this, and looking for support. I am a licensed clinical social worker and work as the Director of Admissions for a school for children with autism and developmental disabilities. I live with my partner and our 3 cats and a dog. She is a massage therapist and also works with special needs kids. I have a…
