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First post in a while, overeating, night bingeing
I'm here again trying to connect with others plagued by night snacking, bingeing and eating when not hungry. I go through lapses and right now it's one of them. I eat healthy but overeat. I'm trying to find motivation to start running again and I'll sign up for a group class to get my butt in gear. I've gained about 20 lbs…
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What got you started?
I've been here for about 6 months, but didn't really get into it until about 2 months ago. I started to log in honestly, exercise more often, running, now I'm starting weight lifting. My reasons? Lifetime of being over weight, yo-yo dieting that led to NOWHERE( I've tried every diet out there ;-( ), feelings of depression…
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Trying to lose weight....again
I've been on MFP for almost a year, I've learned a lot but still I gotta lose about 20-30 lbs now, I gained about 15lbs this past winter and want to fit into my clothes! My eating has improved tremendously, my challenge is to stick to my 1,600 cal a day goal, no starchy carbs for dinner, and back to my lifting regimen. I…
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NYC Bachelorette party ideas
hi all I know this isn't fitness related, but I'm wondering if any New Yorkers have cool suggestions for a bachelorette evening I'm planning: Wedding is in September 3 Bridesmaids, we are each gonna throw a small party/event. We are not looking for the typical but hey, why not have fun? Any ideas? my ideas: spa time boat…
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What would you do about super loud upstairs neighbor?
My upstairs neighbor lives at night, she stomps and slams everything around! What would you do? I kindly spoke with her and the management office, I had to put in a formal complaint as of today to get her to cover the floors in carpets. I kindda feel bad but her loudness is so disturbing!
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Here to support others, here daily
hi all! I'm an MFP regular, I'm here a lot because I finally found a supportive community that works for me. I love to motivate and be motivated by my fitness buddies. I'm willing to make new friends, but please be interactive! Send me a friend request if you're in this for real and willing to support and be supported!…
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Form during deadlifts
Hi all I was doing deadlifts yesterday and a lady in the weight room pointed out I wasn't keeping my spine curved as it should be. This freaked me out, I don't want to lift with improper form and risk getting injured. Question: Do you lift alone or with others, or with a trainer? I lift alone and thought my form was good,…
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Ways to approach goals, how do successful dieters succeed?
Hi everyone, I've been on the weight loss journey since I was in the 2nd grade, I was born chubby and have stayed that way for most of my life. I've tried every diet out there, not something I'm proud of. I've yo-yo'd a lot, and lately, I'm finally approaching this differently. It's evolved into a TDEE- 20%, I'm now weight…
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Hi, lifting friends, please add me!
Hi all!! I am starting to lift, following NROLFW. I'm excited to be stronger and hopefully leaner, I'd love to be friends with lifters so we can support each other, I'll probably ask a few questions, hope you don't mind!! xo M
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My first marathon 1 month away!
hi all! Please help! I've done half marathons but no full ones yet! I'm running NYC ING this November 3rd. Any tips are appreciated. What should I expect, do, any crucial last minute training? There's a month left, yet I feel the marathon is tomorrow! I didn't train as hard because I'm recovering from plantaar faciitis on…
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lower carb meal plan- join me
hi all! I'm starting a lower carb meal plan- looking for friends for motivation, support and tip swapping. I'm following Jorge Cruise's book, The Belly Fat Cure. I went grocery shopping and prepared a tuna salad, I'm ready! join me!
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friends that do strength
hi all! I'm looking to do more strength and really tone up (I'm pretty flabby). I'd like to have buddies that focus on strength for motivation and tips. please add me! thanks! I log in daily and try to be supportive of others. xo
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When you come across an ex...and you feel ok...
I was online last night, and as many social media sites try to "connect" you with ppl you might know...I came across an ex, then I Googled another one (I never do this), and I found out a few things my old self would be "devastated" to learn....it didn't bother me and I'm pleasantly surprised! I'm feeling good today, I'm…
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Morning runners: do you get sleepy in the afternoon?
hi all! I wake up arnd 5am to run from 6-7am, I go to bed by 10pm. I eat small meals, a salad for lunch... at around 2:30 pm (right now) I feel so sleepy! Any tips to survive the office? I'm drinking coffee, but man am I still sleepy! and yawning! lol thanks! M
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foam rolling and foot massagers and KTape
hi all! I finally succumbed and invested in foam rollers and KTape. I used Ktape this morning for my 2 mile run, the pain wasn't there anymore (tight calfs and plantaar faciitis). Wondering if anyone has tips or experience in this? xo M
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too much coffee?
hi all I'm wondering if anyone else has the same problem. I drink coffee because I like it and it's low calorie, but I tend to over consume it and makes me feel tired. Anyone have this problem? I'm going to stop drinking it around 11 am, then drink water, tea, Coconut water or Emergen C to help hydrate myself. Any tips,…
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hi all! Looking for motivation buddies
Hi! I tend to do well, then slowly start to slip off, so far I lost 5 lbs and want to lose 15 lbs more! I like to run, I'm training for a marathon in November, eating healthy is so important, the food tracking app is awesome. Pls add me and let's motivate each other! xo M
