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YONANAS!!!???
Anyone use this? is it better then a blender, just curious? Gonna try the frozen banana thing in replace of ice cream. http://www.yonanas.com/
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Certified Health Coach
Is anyone a certified health coach? Or could they tell me a good online program to use to become a certified health coach?
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Are Wrists tattoos considered trashy??
I only have 2 small tattoos, one on my ankle and one on my foot. But I have fell in love with this tattoo that says love and has a heart around it, doesn't sound too cool but it is super cute. On the picture the girl has it on her wrist. I think it is incredibly cute and want to get one too but a few people have told me…
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Football Jersey Sizes
I have never owned a football jersey before. I am a Ravens fan and I have wanted a Ladarius Webb Jersey for a very long time. My Uncle surprised me and said he ordered me one for this upcoming season. I am ecstatic but am very concerned because he said he ordered me a size 40, which is like a mens small.....I am not so…
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I came too far to turn around now but...
I hope I don't sound like I am whining here...I am looking for something help ignite the motivational "spark" within me. January 2012 I began my weight loss journey and through about June/July I lost 65 pounds. I still have 20-30 pounds to lose. But my will power, self control, motivation, you name it went out the window.…
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What do you do at the gym?
As we all are trying to keep our workouts mixed up and intense at the gym/home, I am constantly searching the web and youtube for variety of workouts....SO what do you guys do at the gym? My new favorite cardio machine is the mountain climber..I usually do a variety of squats, lunges, kettle bells, sit-ups, push-ups etc. I…
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Woman: Have you had issues with TOM...
....since dieting and exercising? HELP! I am 27 years old, I have been on birth control (the pill) for many years and the most recent I am is Seasonale ( you get your period 4 times a year) probably a good 6 years or so. I have never had an issue with it. Within the last 3 months I have had breakthrough bleeding/spotting…
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Almost in tears and I can't quite explain why
I am on the verge of tears and can not completely tell you why...maybe complete disappointment in myself or I am total jealous jerk?!? Let me explain what happened. I e-mailed my grandmother yesterday catching her up on a few things and she responded and wanted to know about how the weight loss was going. She told me my…
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What a difference 6 months can make.....
Well, I really didn't want to post pictures until I reached my goal weight especially since I still have a long ways to go but after finding some pictures today I couldn't believe how much I have changed in 6 months....I still have a hard time looking in the mirror and seeing the changes but these comparison pictures…
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Sleep vs. Exercise
I posted this on my wall for my friends to answer and received some feedback I would like to open the topic up further. Which is more important: exercise or sleep? Basically with my work schedule some nights( Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) going to the gym would then mean I would get less then 6 hours of sleep. I understand…
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Bright eyed and bushy tailed...
Mornin' all! I think I am going to give up my morning coffee for a bit, it really has been upsetting my stomach. NOW I really love my morning coffee and the pick me up it gives me, I AM NOT A MORNING PERSON EVER, well unless my morning begins at 9:30 without an alarm clock, but it doesn't...Do you have any suggestions for…
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Anyone own a Kia?
I am looking to get a new car and spotted a 2012 Kia Optima, now the 2012's are a little out of my price range but I found a nice 2011 with low miles and all the features I want. I am just curios what others have to say about them? Everyone keeps telling me to go for the Chevy Cruize but I am just not as "attracted" the…
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I hate it when....
You have a friend that offers you their old "fat" jeans....to find out they are a 7/8....your goal size.... There is that one person who is always, always negative...they must be allergic to positiveness..... When someone takes the last of something but doesn't throw away the box or package..... Now your turn....what do…
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What is the point?
This weekend my diet was awful and exercise didn't exist, but what is the point in feeling sorry for myself? I am the one who made these decisions, no one forced the food down my throat. I made these decisions on my own, I admit bad decisions. But there is no damn point in being depressed and feeling sorry for myself.…
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Higher Calorie Healthy Foods...options?
Please help. I have not been eating enough and it is taking a toll on my body. In the past 5 months I have been sick 4 times. My body is telling me something. I have been so terrified of "upping" my calories because I have been losing weight. But who am I kidding...that is really ridiculous of me to think..."I don't want…
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What to do to avoid loose skin?
Can any other MFP's tell me what they have done to avoid loose skin during their weight loss? I have a goal of 80 pounds to lose and depending on how I feel at that weight, maybe 20 more. But I am very concerned about the loose skin. What are some things I should take into consideration to help avoid this happening. I am…
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second place of biggest loser funny saying
What would be a funny witty saying to put on a cake for someone who is coming in 2nd place of Biggest Loser? We are all very close and the person in 2nd is an extremely funny guy so we want something funny to put on the cake...yes I know cake but it is a JOKE!
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A good exercise website...?
I have been working with a friend at the gym and she typically sets up work out routines for us to do...lunges, squats, etc., She has started a new cross fit program and I work 2 jobs so currently our schedules aren't meshing. I do NOT want to get lazy at the gym and I do not want to rely on the machines for my workout. I…
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I have lost 39 pounds but...
Daily I get comments or a compliments on how well I look since losing weight and I know in my head (way in the back of my head) I have done a good job and I am about 1/2 way to my goal weight but when I look in the mirror I am still so disgusted with myself. I point out every flaw, every flab of fat and feel like I look…
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Is having surgery to lose weight hard work?
I am just curious, I know several people who have had lap-band or bypass surgery and they say they have to work just as hard as someone who is changing their dieting habits and working out. Is this true? I am not saying that they don't but just wondering the point of the surgery? I am not trying to offend anyone, just…
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Pictures of Abs to motivate
Hey MFP, currently I am working with a keg--HAHA no abs yet but I would love to see pics of some abs for motivation!! Maybe in a year I can post my abs.... Is this a creepy thread? I hope not....
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Fitbit VS. SLIMCOACH
Good Morning, I am interested in purchasing one of these products to assist in my weight loss, but I would like to know any feed back on the products and if one is better/more efficient....you know the most bang for your buck. I personally think I am leaning towards the fitbit but I want to hear what others have to say.…
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Running, Running & Running...I suck but I am Running, or so
So back in January when I started this lifestyle change, my friend said "you really should work on running on the treadmill" I quickly replied "I don't run, it hurts my knees. Never been a runner ever" She just grinned and said practice makes perfect as she increased the speed on my treadmill from a nice walk to a brisk…
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Cloud 9 with NSV and AM weigh-in
I am on cloud 9 this morning, not only did I have another successful weight loss this week. Last night I had 2 NSV's 1st: Do you know when you are stretching and you lift your leg up and grab your ankle? Well I haven't been able to do that until yesterday. It felt so nice to be able to grab my ankle. 2nd: Running. I hate…
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Heart Rate Monitors
I am VERY interested in purchasing a heart rate monitor to help me track my calories burned, etc. But how in the heck do you decide which one is the best one. I have been told to stay away from the watch type or around your finger, to get the one that straps to your chest. A friend says to go with My Slim Coach by Biggest…
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Increasing your calories to loose weight
I have been reading alot about increasing your calorie intake everyday to loose weight BUT and this probably a really stupid question, If I am eating between 1200-1300 calories a day and loosing weight...shouldn't I stay at this number? I am just confused because everyone has their own opinion and I am making myself…
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How do you post pictures in forums?
I want to post a picture to show the difference in my weight, but I dont know how to post the picture in these forums? Please help.
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Do you set a goal to wear a ceartin article of clothing?
I am just curious, I know we all set goals to lose "X" amount of weight by "X" day. But do you set goals as in by the end of May I want to wear "X" clothing? For me, by this summer I want to be able to wear a dress and not have people come up to be and ask me if I am pregnant. Not to mention to look decent in swim wear…
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Healthy? Chinese Food
The office wants to order chinese food for lunch today (yes already talking about lunch) they mentioned there is are "healthy" options on the menu. I tried searching the MFP food data base for calorie values but did not come up with anything. It may be the way I searched for it. Anyway, I am trying to determine if there is…
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Starvation Mode
How long does it take your body to go into starvation mode? And then how long does it take for your body to recover?
