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how to get back on track after flare ups
I'm new to the group - 36 year old mama of two. I am very ready to lose weight and get in shape but there are 4-7 days of extreme endo pain each month. I'll eat well, exercise, then the pain days it's like "anything goes". I don't move much or eat well. How am I supposed to achieve my goals with so many roadblocks? How…
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keto with intermittent fasting
Anyone else doing this? Trying to lose 10 pounds before Summer, also managing my symptoms of endometriosis and some acne. Pairing with running, walking, and yoga. I'm listening to a lot of Dr Berg on YouTube...he's so helpful. Anyway just getting started. Would love to share support/solidarity with people on the same…
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missed 3 weeks of training, can I still run a half in 2 wks?
I had a baby in December and walked nearly every day until 6 weeks postpartum, when my doctor gave me the okay to start running. I signed up for a half marathon (which is next Sunday) and was diligent about training runs for about 5 weeks. Then I had some issues with my health/chronic pain that forced me to stop for 3…
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all you clean eaters - typical day?
I used clean eating to lose weight for my wedding then, as I feared, the honeymoon set in motion a month of bad eating and lazy habits. I'm ready to start eating well again and need some inspiration. I have my own typical clean eating day (steelcut oats, egg whites, salad, lean protein, etc.) but would love to hear your…
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goal weight not as "skinny" as I thought
So I'm 4 weeks from my wedding, and just 2 pounds shy of my goal weight. Thing is, I took some photos at a friend's wedding this weekend and I thought I would have looked skinnier at this weight than I did. I'm 5'4" and 126.5 pounds right now. My goal weight is 124 pounds. I know we can be hard on ourselves, but I'm…
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My wedding dress was loose!
I ordered my wedding dress back in September and told myself that when I tried it on again, I wanted to it be loose. Goal achieved!!! I'm 9 pounds lighter. When I put it on the saleswoman said "oh my gosh you've definitely lost a lot of weight" had to use a lot of clamps to make it snug. I definitely have another 5-7…
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STUCK!!!!
My SW was 139. My CW is 131 (i pound more than last week, BOOOO). My GW is 122-124 (somewhere in there). I have been STUCK at 130 for 4 weeks now. I'll be the first to admit I haven't been perfect. A girls' weekend here, a couple stressful days leading to vino nights there. Other than that I've been sticking to my diet,…
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paleo vs. clean eating for plateaus?
I eat clean about 85% of the time (I'm not perfect). I lost 10 pounds over the last 2 months, but have plateaued the last FOUR weeks. So frustrating! I'm wondering if I need to step it up in order to continue my progess. Anyone eat clean then switch to paleo? I know cutting our grains and dairy could make a difference,…
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do you eat your exercise calories?
I normally eat most of them, but I really need to break through a plateau this week so I'm considering eating only half or less of them. Experience?
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job search getting me down :(
I recently graduated business school and this job market is TOUGH! I've been networking like a crazy person, having more "coffee meetings" than I imagine, and applying to 4-5 jobs a day. Nothing is happening! My days are spent alone at home, applying and applying, and getting discouraged. I'm so bored and defeated. I just…
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do you think there's a weight your body wants to center arou
I've lost 8 pounds now and am down to 130lbs. I'm pretty happy here, but I have another 5-7 "vanity" pounds I'd like to lose before my wedding. I just CAN'T get past 130! This seems to be the weight my body wants to be! I recently re-read a People Magazine article about Kate Gosselin and she said the same thing. She runs…
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Any other ladies trying to hit the 120s in the next 5 months
I'm 132 now and would like to be at 120 in 4 to 5 months. I'd love to hear your progress and success stories! Feel free to friend me so we can stay in touch.
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The real key to weight loss and health
Every once in a while, I check in on friends' food diaries. I'm often disappointed when I see things like gummy bears and lean cuisines, instant diet food, etc. Technically they're "under their daily calorie goal" but they're missing the wholllllle point. Here's my epiphany: Your body is like a car. It has certain…
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How to make a protein shake?
My fiance has one of those big tubs of powder protein. Can I use that or do I need something different? I've never made a protein shake before, and would love to hear your recipes.
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dressing rooms may as well be called "truth" rooms
I was so pumped this morning - beat my weight loss goal for the week and it's only Thursday! Then I went to a clothing store to try on dresses for a wedding and I hated the reflection instantly. I had more chub on my waist and legs than I realized. What is it about the lighting in those rooms that makes you feel so much…
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I hate 3:00
All morning and at noon I'm a rockstar with eating. I can stick to the steelcut oats, fruits and nuts like no one's business. But when 3:00 rolls around, I'm ready for a big bowl of pasta and dessert. Just venting!!! All my will power goes into this time of day.
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Yummy taco recipe!
Made these tacos tonight. Delicious and guilt-free! Mahi Mahi (grilled) Corn and Black beans (heated on stove together) Lettuce Tomato Corn tortillas, small (not white flour) NO rice NO cheese Did a teeeny bit of sour cream (my weakness!)
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slow going with last 10 pounds
I only have 10-15 pounds to lose. I know that's not much compared to some other women here, but it's the MOST stubborn weight. I think most people would consider me small and fit, but these pounds will mean the difference between rock hard abs and thinner arms (which makes a difference for my wedding in June!) I feel like…
