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Whey Protein Cookie Dough Balls
These were so lush and very simple to make. I have attached a video of me making them ( recipe towards end) Here's the full recipe details: 30g flavoured protein powder ( I used salted caramel by MyProtein) 42g Coconut flour 1 tsp Coconut oil 9 tsp almond milk 1 and half tbsp of vanilla extract 3 tbsp stevia/truvia sugar 4…
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My first competition
On the weekend, I took part in my first CrossFit competition. I loved every moment of it, even though each wod ( we had to do 4) was completely brutal! I've got the competing bug now and can't wait to compete again. I just want to get better and definitely want to do individual too. The competition was mixed pairs and…
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How I Lost 80 lbs After Pregnancy ( Pictures in Slideshow Video)
It's crazy to see how big I was after having my daughter in 2012. Not only that, but It's crazy knowing how unfit I was back then too, compared to now. I couldn't run for longer that 15 minutes in the beginning. Now, I'm competing in CrossFit! Never say never!! Never say you can't! You can go through a total body…
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Clean Eating Thread
Thought I'd start a thread for those who currently eat clean. I did some meal prepping last night and posted it on my blog, including my brown rice recipe. http://www.mamasjourneytoslimncurvy.co.uk/2014/10/my-4-day-meal-prep.html Post your recipes on this thread too.
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chocolate chip & banana oatmeal cookies
Not sure if i'm allowed to post this here but just posted this recipe on my weight loss & fitness blog.http://www.mamasjourneytoslimncurvy.co.uk/2014/07/chocolate-chip-banana-oatmeal-cookies.html . I have other recipes too, more snack related really. Thought i'd make myself known. 120g Rolled Oats 3 Medium Ripe Bananas 20g…
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did anyone trim down doing kettlebell circuits / workouts?
I love kettlebell but I've been doing a lot more hiit training , which is great but just wondered if I could just focus on kettlebell ? Will I trim down doing this ? Did you? I'm 212 by the way x
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I got 90kg deadlift today :)
First time doing 1 rep max on the deadlift today. Managed to get to 90 kg on it. Can't even imagine lifting more than that! Yikes! My friend squeezed out a couple more lifts up to 102 kg . It was a great session.
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Yes I can squeeze out a few double unders!!
Today is a great day! Ha! I'm sad I know but today I finally got about 8 double under's. I started CrossFit nearly 3 weeks ago and couldn't get even 1 double under. So I'm proud of my progress so far. Hopefully I'll get more as the days roll on. I have gone up to 45 kg on the back squat too, from 42kg last week. Slowly…
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I look like I've been beaten up!
My bruising is awful. I have neat bruising on both shoulders and collar bone. I also have bruising on my thighs and shins! I seriously look like I've been beaten up lol It's a good job it's not summer. How do you cope with the bruising and how the hell do these athletes look smooth skinned? Can't see any bruising on them…
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How do you mentally prepare yourself...
...to take on a challenging wod, when you are completely and utterly sore? I completed a grueling wod yesterday and was proper aching in my shoulder, biceps...everywhere. Went in today and felt rather weak but managed to get through it all. I was literally doing my pull ups and was like, '' Hang on, my arms are like…
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Fitness Blender 1000 calorie burn workout - mon 18th feb
Right ok , I have been working out to quite a few of the fitness blender workouts ( YouTube) and felt like I had died trying to do the 1000 calorie burn workout but I really don't want to give up , I need to push myself and in the words of jillian micheal ` get used to being uncomfortable` lol . I'm planning on starting…
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1 week in ... 42kg back squat
I'm on my fourth WOD and loving it! I'm just trying to wrap my head around numbers. It's nice to have goals but hard to set them when I'm unsure what I should be aiming for ( Bodyweight to weight etc) I have no clue. I'm doing 42 kg to full depth for back squat. My weight is 160 lbs ... Reps: 5. Is this a good starting…
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Anyone doing the Zone diet?
My coach recommended this eating plan and after looking at many websites, my brain has turned to mush! At the moment I'm just trying to get carbs/protein/fat with every meal/snack... I'm confused with the blocks thing. I really want to follow this eating plan as my current eating plan is not helping me shred anything.
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ONRAMP: What should I expect ?
Hi, I have my induction next week and was wondering what to expect and what I will be asked to do? I know it may vary from box to box but just an idea would be appreciated.
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CrossFit: The journey starts here...
Hi, I joined my local CrossFit box today and will be doing my induction next week. Over the past year and a half, I've lost nearly 5 stone and started lifting May this year. I've always worked out at home, since having my daughter ( she's 2 ) and I'm getting to that point where I need more! I need stimulation from others…
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Six weeks arm progress
I've been doing P90X for the last couple of months now and I've alternated it with doing either Bodybeast or Fitness Blender. The top photo was taken six weeks ago. I've seen nothing but results with doing P90X, so highly recommend that program if you want to shed and get lean. It's got me excited for the next six weeks…
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Any women doing body beast?
I've just started adding this program to my schedule. Already do P90X but I don't like to follow a programs schedule. Really Liking this mix. I do have to modify quite a bit in body beast as i don't have all the weights etc. Any women doing this?
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nearly 5 stone gone ( Pic heavy)
My photos are huge sorry lol This is my story from my blog www.mamasjourneytoslimncurvy.co.uk ..... '' My names Kiarna, I'm 26, a mother and from the West Midlands, UK. I first began blogging at the start of 2013 , which was when i made the decision to get off the couch and lose those darn baby pounds! I have always been…
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Any moms want to feature their success story on my blog ?
Hi, I write a weight loss blog online and i'm currently looking to add a page titled, ' Mom Success stories' or something to that effect. Would any moms be interested? Maybe you have posted your success on here before ? The page will be dedicated to moms who have lost weight etc , so more the merrier. Writing a blog has…
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Weight Loss Blog
Hey, Started a weight loss blog last week and wondered if there was anyone else doing the same? Be nice to follow a few blogs too. My blog address is http://mamasjourneytoslimncurvy.blogspot.co.uk/ Feel free to follow me.
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Recommended weight training program/routines.
I've been mixing lifting with cardio for a while now but want to follow a program instead of just aimlessly lifting. Anyone following a program ?
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Lost 66lbs but need some support
So since January of last year, i have lost 66lbs in total. Lately, everything is going slower ... not losing weight , just my focus , belief and motivation within myself. When i crack down on it , record food, burn a heck of cals , my body responds by losing lbs ... doing what it's supposed to do. But for some reason ,…
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Does anyone watch biggest loser for inspiration?
As the titles says really. Does anyone watch this show for motivation and inspiration ? I certainly do . It's help me lose the weight i lost last year and lately i got bk into watching it again. Watching the last season. I know its full of sob stories and set up in places but i do go along with it as i can identify with…
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I need Insanity Buddies !!!
I'm doing another round of insanity starting from tomorrow . I did it last year and lost 16lbs. All i remember is how grueling it is and emotionally draining it can be sometimes lol So im looking for buddies who can support me and me support them. ` Feel free to add me x
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continued sweating after workout ( Insanity)
Anyone else sweat for ages after they've worked out? I find insanity makes me sweat for about an hour after i workout. Anyone else?
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How to firm up after losing 4 stone ?
Last year i lost 4 stone and this year i want to concentrate on ' firming up' . At the mo , my body looks the same ( shape wise) and its starting to get me down . I'm naturally curvy , with a big behind lol But i want to firm up around that area . I do a lot of squats with weights already but looking for other lifting…
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Nearly 60lbs down ... 20lbs to go !!
Thought id post my ' success pics' ... Im 5'2 and started out at 230 lbs after having my daughter and now at 171 lbs ... But i want to lost another stone or 2 aswell . Its took me 11 months and im glad that i have lost gradually and not too fast :) My workout routine has changed so many times but i like it like that as i…
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Anyone starting Turbofire ?
I'm doing the first workout session this morning and i'm dreading it lol I've been working out with weights lately , plus i've not been following any routine or program and the last time i did was insanity ( which im ashamed to say i didnt finish - got bored ) So im determined to get through this program. Anyone…
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butternut squash recipes? anyone?
Looking for a butternut squash recipe ?
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Anyone at the halfway point and need motivating ?
Ok so i have lost over 50lbs since january and though i am very proud of myself for achieving this , i am hitting the ''what exercise?'' stage !! In the past 2 months , me and my ex split and i have had to move counties , so you could say iv'e had a lot going on ... but i don't want to use this as an excuse ! I have been…
