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Back at It and Need Some Supportive Friends
Hi, everyone! My name is Mary and I've been on this site for quite some time now. I always seem to hit a spell (normally in the Fall) where I get sidetracked, gain weight, and then come running back to MFP. I did that early this summer when I got married and moved. Now I'm ready to get back to it, but need some active,…
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Let's Be Friends!
Hi, everyone! I've been here for a little over a year, constantly trying to better myself. For a while I connected with an amazing group of friends who truly felt just like that: real life friends. However, over time, many of those people have deleted their accounts, become inactive, or rarely interact. I've tried to add…
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Weighing Foods
I'm working towards weighing my foods for more accurate serving sizes and calories counts. Do I need to weigh prepackaged foods? For example, should I weigh a Lean Cuisine meal, an individual cup of yogurt, a granola bar, a piece of cheese, etc.? Thanks in advance for your help!
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Losing and Gaining the Same Couple of Pounds. Help!
I need some advice, fitness experts :) For the past few months, I just keep losing and gaining the same couple of pounds. I'm growing extremely frustrated and am hoping you can help me break on through (to the other side). Because December and January were a little all over the place, I really got serious this month with…
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Help Me Select the Best HRM for Me
Hi, everyone! I'm looking for a new HRM. I have used a Polar FT7 for almost 3 years, but it's become unreliable. It often drops to 00, jumps all around number-wise, or tells me to check the connection. I've tried all of the fixes I can find, but nothing has completely solved the issues. So, now that I have some leftover…
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Running Shorts that Don't Ride Up
Hi! I'm desperately seeking some running/walking shorts that don't ride up or chafe the pooh out of my chubby thighs. I've have some nice shorts, but most of them end up leaving me in agony 1/2 way into my walk or run. Any suggestions?
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Do I Need To Shake Things Up Regularly?
Hi! I try to walk at least once every evening and hoof it as much as possible. I try to run or jog off and on when I can, but with the heat and humidity, some days it's not possible to do so outside. Sometimes I do some strength training at home, but my exercise is primarily walking. To achieve maximum results, is it best…
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Help! My Polar Ft7 isn't Working Like It Used to!
I've had my Polar Ft7 for a little less than a year now and have never had any issues. Yesterday I went for a strenuous hour walk and realized when I was finished that I had barely burnt any calories. I tried to tell myself that is was just a fluke, but the same thing happened today. I walked/ran at a higher speed than…
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What's the Deal with Advocare?
A co-worker was bragging about Advocare today, so I thought I'd ask the experts: you! She sure was excited about the products, but she also hit me the "pyramid scheme" pitch. I'm definitely not interested in that mess. Before you say it, I'm not foolish enough to think that there is a miracle pill or drink; however, if…
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Back At It & Need Some Friends
I spent the better part of a year on this site and was amazed to see my body change for the better. Unfortunately, life beat me down (I'm an extremely overwhelmed teacher), and I slowly gave up on both eating healthy foods and working out. Now I cannot fit into my pants & feel gross. It's time to change. I'm not the…
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Do You Set Your Calories or Do You Roll with MFP?
When I originally signed up with MFP, I think I selected to lose 1.4 lbs. per week. It set my calorie count at 1260, which has been difficult to stay under. However, I do typically stay under the daily goal due to exercise. This morning I told myself that I'm not losing the weight I want and I'm staying hungry, so I…
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Raspberry Ketones?
I just read an article and watched a clip from Dr. Oz about Raspberry Ketones as a boost to help those lose weight who already work out and watch their calories. Does anyone have any info about this? I'm not really a diet pill kind of gal, but if it is really all natural without any harmful side effects, it might be…
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To Share Your Diary or Not to Share...
When I first started with MFP and met new friends, I kept my diary hidden. One day, someone asked to show it and I was terrified for some strange reason. I guess I didn't want the world to see what I eat; however, I look at all of my friends' diaries (when I have time), so I thought it only right to share as well. I guess…
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In Need of a Healthy French Toast Recipe
I ADORE french toast and was wondering if anyone has any healthy, yet simple recipes. I'm a terrible cook, so anything complex will not work for this girl. LOL! Thank you in advance for your help!
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Gettin' Thin & Trim...Could Use Some Friends
Hello! I'm a 32 year-old teacher and have finally decided that I'm not getting any younger and it's time to put my health first. I've watched myself gain a sickening amount of weight over the past few years and have decided that NOW is the time to do something about it. I've lost 6 lbs so far, which, in all honesty, has…
