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Looking for ideas
Bought some frozen riced cauliflower and broccoli . What do you add to yours?
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Coming back
Hello, Coming back after a long absence . I stopped working out when my work hours changed but have decided to stop using that as an excuse when my sister gave me a gym membership last month! Looking to lose the 15 pounds I gained in the interim and start participating in 5k's again soon.
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Charity walks
I did my first 5k last September for a local charity.In October I did "making strides" ( about six miles). This year I would like to do the Avon three day in May and,hopefully,in September,The Jimmy fund marathon walk which follows the route of the Boston marathon. Has anyone done any of these events or something similar?…
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Kettlebell
Can anyone recommend a DVD on the proper use of kettle weights? I hear they are a great workout. I went to buy some yesterday and realized I have no clue what size to get. I don't want to get a back injury. Right now I use 15-20 in regular weights and have been using them daily for about six weeks. Thanks in advance.
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NSV !!...well kinda...sorta?
Long...sorry. A year ago about this time I weighed about 8 pounds less than I do now. I joined in January,kind of by accident,I was just looking for a calorie calculator, and really just wanted to lose the two-or three pounds I gained over the holidays. I already lost the majority of my weight a few years ago. I started…
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What's your favorite food right now?
Ever get stuck on a food that you just discovered and want it all the time? A couple months ago I was eating spaghetti squash 3 times a week. Now I'm trying as many different ways with portobello mushrooms as I can.
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Cardio versus weights for weight loss
I've done mostly cardio over the last three years ( walking and running) and started weights in January. I love my stress busting walk/ run! Problem is,my body just can't seem to take it anymore! My joints hurt for hours after a workout so,while the spirit is willing,the flesh is definitely getting weak. Can you lose…
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Women is their 40's who use weights
A little back story first.Sorry this is long but I need advice I joined in January of this year having lost 45 about three years ago.I was both ill and lazy this past winter and had put on a couple pounds ( Literally,2-3 pounds). I joined because I wanted to refocus and make sure it stopped at a couple pounds. So my usual…
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If you had to choose....
I can only afford one concert. Paul Mccartney and the Rolling Stones are both playing my area this year. Who would you choose?
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Safety
A few times over the last year I've been at various places,the hairdresser,the post office,the 4th of July parade,even while donating at a childrens charity,when random strangers have said "Hey,you're the walking lady". I was telling a guy co-worker this,because I thought it was funny.He said "you do switch up your route…
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Eggplant
Any good recipes?
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Has you style changed?
Since losing weight how has your style changed? I used to wear all black or neutrals in hopes of remaining invisible.Now I'm incorporating more color, the brighter the better but still kind of conservative. Most of my clothes are business attire but,when I'm not working,give me my yoga pants and bright tanks! What's the…
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What I've learned from MFP..
I admit,I lost most of my weight,45 pounds,on a very low calorie diet ( 800 or less a day was my goal) and working out seven days a week. I joined MFP in January to get back on track after the holidays and to hold myself accountable. I've learned so much from this site,but the main thing I learned is : YOU CAN EAT FOOD AND…
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discouraged by weight gain
I'm really frustrated! I did the 30 day shred and loved the way my arms looked so I was inspired to add more weights. Around this time I gave up my scale for lent. well, I sinned and weighed myself today. up five pounds! I know some gain is normal but thought it would go away when I've been lifting for awhile. do i have to…
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VERY beginner weight question....
I know from the forums that the way to build muscle is heavy weights,lower reps. What determines heavy? Is it a over a certain standard weight? Or does it go by my fitness level,how long I've been using them etc? In the month or so I've been incorporating them into my workout,I've gone from 5 to 15 but several sets of ten…
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Planning a vacation
What's your favorite place for a family vacation within the U.S? ( not Disney,been there done that). I've traveled a lot for business but have never really seen much of anything. Or,What's a great place to visit in your state?
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For those who have kept weight off long term...
How long did it take until you said to yourself "I got this"? I lost most of my weight almost three years ago,could stand to lose another 5-7 pounds,but still wake up fearing it will all come back. I watch what I eat and workout as much as possible but still have guilt if I have a "bad" day. How long before you were…
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Cheese
I've found a lot of yummy recipes on here.I have a new found love for spaghetti squash due to this! one question: What do you use for a low fat cheese that melts? What can you suggest for a low fat cheese that melts? I'd like to try to make a sort of spaghetti squash mac and cheese or alfredo but find a lot of the lower…
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Protein
Is going of protein grams harmful in any way?
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Logging food
Do you log it as you go or plan ahead and put it all in at once?
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8 hour diet
Anybody tried it?
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Gaining weight...and happy!
Since joing MFP last month I've started increasing how often I work with weights as well doing 30DS and about 30-45 minutes a day of additional cardio.Through the forums I've learned sooo much! Now I know a little weight gain is normal when you first start.I lost the majority of my weight on my own over the last three…
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Ready to chuck the scale
I joined my fitness pal about a month ago in order to stay motivated and accountable after a holiday season of overindulgence.I had pretty much met my weight loss goal but would be happy with another 5-10 pounds.I'm on day 10 of 30 day shred and do about 40 minutes of cardio a day using a few different dvd's plus…
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Starting weights in my 40's
I'm a 44 year old woman five pounds from goal.I've been doing some strength training troughout the last three years of my weight loss but really want to kick that up this year.I want to be more toned with some muscle definition in my arms and see if I actually have any abs! I walk and run so my calves are pretty toned and…
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A new motiovation
I just got invited to a birthday party at a trapeeze school this spring! Don't want to hurt the person whose supposed to catch me!! Anyone ever tried this? I'm pysyched!:smile:
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30ds and calories
I am on day 7 level one of 30 day shred.I'm also doing a 4 mile walk video by Leslie Sansone and the occasional just dance marathon with the kids just for fun.I have not lost an ounce in over a week but my clothes are getting loose.I am at 1,200 calories a day and don't eat back my calories.I only want to lose five more…
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Wii Just dance
Anyone know how to check the calorie burn for any of these games? It's not my regular workout but I know I must burn something when I play for an hour or two with my kids.
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Problem area
I'm usually a fan of outdoor workouts,Walking and running.The cold weather here in the Northeast has forced me inside.I'm doing 30DS as well as couple of other DVD's but nothing has any excercise for the inner thighs.I know this is a tough area for a lot of women.Anyone know a good one?
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Strength training over 40
I am a 44 year old female,almost at my goal.I've been walking and running for the last three years throwing in some weights and tension bands a few times a week.I've recently started 30 day shred and have loved the results so far.My question is,is it possible for a woman of my age to build my biceps? I know after 40 women…
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Excess skin removal surgery
Anyone had this done? For it or against it? pros/cons? Average cost? Recovery time? any feedback would be appreciated! Thanks in advance!
