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Does water make you more thirsty?
I will full admit it, before joined up and getting serious about my health, I did NOT drink water. Like, not at all. I drank soda all day long, which is absolutely TERRIBLE and I've cut it out mostly now (the occasional diet soda with a meal, otherwise water all the way). However, since I've been drinking water I've…
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How much do you go by BMI?
Forgive me if I am bouncing around here but I want to sort of lay it all out. So, I have basically been bouncing around the same 3-4lbs for a few months now. I upped my calories a bit a few times, and am now at 1550 plus about half of my exercise calories (3-4 days a week, I have a HRM on my GPS watch for my runs, bike…
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Well, I made it! Sort of...
Hi all. I've decided to maintain my current weight for now, so here I am! I am hovering between 15-153lbs at any given time, and have pretty much been there since May. I am slowly increasing my calories to see how close to the recommended "maintenance level" I can get to and not gain, as I know it's not an exact science.…
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Possible first half training question
Hello all, quick question for you. I MIGHT sign up for my first half, the Philadelphia Half Marathon taking place November 23rd (only "might" due to financial restraints, otherwise I would have already). I have been training, however, for my first 10K that's set to take place the first week of September. So, like I said I…
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Looking for more running friends!
Hi all, I was told to go ahead and try this here. Forgive me, I'm a newbie but I really wanted to get more running friends. I've been on this journey for about 15+ months and have lost 139lbs so far. I took up running last April to train for my first 5K, which I ran in September. I did my second 5K last month and am not…
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Looking for more running friends! Add me!
Hi all, I'm not new to MFP or anything. In fact, I've been on this journey for about 15+ months and have lost 139lbs so far. I took up running last April to train for my first 5K, which I ran in September. I did my second 5K last month and am not signed up for my first 10k this coming September. Despite all that, I've only…
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A pretty crappy subject...
Some background first; about 6 years ago, I got to my lowest adult weight of 137lbs, but every pound towards the end was a struggle as I started experiencing some really severe constipation. I was barely eating 1200 calories a day and not drinking nearly enough water, and it wasn't necessarily healthy. That said, I…
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Going from 5k to 10k, any advice?
I just ran my second 5K last weekend, and it was awesome! Unlike my first in September, in which I struggled a lot, I felt wonderful and was able to chat the whole time. I probably could have run faster, too. Most of my training up until this point has been on a treadmill, but I plan to get outside more as the weather is…
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My one year anniversary, 124lbs in 365 days (pics)
Hello, all. Today is my one year anniversary on MFP (and my weight loss journey as a whole), so I thought I would share with you some of my thoughts and accomplishments. As of this morning, I have lost 124lbs. I have gone from a woman's size 22-24 pants and 3X tops to a size 12 pants and medium tops. When I started, I…
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100lbs gone forever!! (pic heavy)
Today marks a pretty big milestone for me, as I have officially lost 100lbs! I still have to lose another 60lbs to get to my ultimate goal but 60 sounds a lot more doable than 160, right? I'll still never forget the day I got on the scale on February 4th. I was seeing a metabolic doctor that I work with to see about…
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Looking for running friends
Hi all, I've been on MFP since February and have lost 70lbs so far! I am training for my first 5K ins September and am starting week 5 of C25K today. I am looking for friends who run or are doing C25K, as I have SO many questions and would love to talk to folks who run as well. Please feel free to add me! Best of luck as…
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80lbs down so far!
Hello all, I just wanted to share with you all that, as of today, I've lost 80.5lbs! I am so pleased with my progress so far. I still have a lot more to go, but it feels good to know that my hard work is paying off. I've lost weight in the past but never this much, and I've never stuck to it so long. This feels manageable…
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Fear of running outside
I have a slightly odd problem. I want to get running outside, I really do. I've been doing C25K on the treadmill for a while now and I am doing pretty well, but I know I need to run outside more, especially since I am doing my first 5K in late September. My question is, how do you get over fear and anxiety, in terms of…
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Looking for a few new friends
Hey all, today is my 100 day anniversary on MFP. I've lost 48lbs so far, and am in the best shape of my life, even though I still have a LONG way to go. Feel free to add me! Also, please come check out my Facebook page ofr my weight-loss journey. I could use all the support I can get from here and FB!…
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40lbs down, lots more to go!
This is also my user picture but I wanted to share here as well. I have officially lost 40lbs since February 4th. I still have a LOT more to go, of course, but this is the first time since I started that I'm actually seeing results. Also, since starting 30 Day Shred I know I've lost 1 1/2 inches on my hips and 2 inches on…
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Lifting... when, where and how to begin?
I have a LOT of weight still left to lose and my workouts generally consist of cardio workouts. But I keep reading about how important lifting is as well, especially as someone who doesn't want to look like skin is hanging off of me when all is said and done. But I literally have NO idea where or how to even begin? Should…
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Fat Head
I just saw this documentary. Just curious what everyone's thoughts are about it. It was really interesting (and funny) and I definitely want to research it more, but it gave me something to read into.
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YouTube workout videos for beginners?
Are they any channels on YouTube anyone here would recommend for someone just starting to work out? I am over 100lbs overweight and have been very sedentary so even walking can get hard sometimes. I've been adding much more physical activity to my life, including tons of stair-climbing, but I'm not at a level where I would…
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Blogs, anyone?
I love reading blogs on MPF, and writing in mine has already been really cathartic and helpful. Anyone feel free to add me to read, and I'll do the same if anyone uses their blogs and wants to share! :)
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Looking for buddie with open food logs
Please add me if your food log is open. Looking at what other folks are eating gives me ideas and is really helpful! I need all the accountability I can get!
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New to MPF, but certainly not weight loss.
Hi all, I'm new here and am looking to make friends with active MPF members! First, a bit about myself and my journey is in order, eh? I had twin girls in 2006. After they were born I managed to lose almost 100lbs, but unfortunately gained it all back plus. I am currently at the absolute heaviest I have ever been in my…
