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What are you thankful for?
I probably won't be on here much tomorrow...and no one had started a Thanksgiving thread yet so I will. What are you all grateful for this year? I'm grateful for: -The fact that I am alive. Any day above ground is a good day! :drinker: -My health, and my ability to exercise hard most days of the week. -My family and…
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If you could look like any celebrity/famous person, who woul
My choice would be Jamie Eason, a fitness model. I was looking at pictures of her the other day....her body is unbelievable! She is both muscular AND feminine, a perfect balance of the two...just as I want to be.
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Someone called CPS on me!
And said that my daughter had 2 black eyes...when she does not. I would never DREAM of hurting her, or any child. Now I have to go through a CPS investigation and all that BS...it makes me:mad: that it's so easy for people to level false accusations, but it's so hard to prove them wrong.
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going to treat myself!
I haven't had a good steak in quite a while (dang it, the stuff's so expensive!) but my neighborhood store had it at a great price today. Grilled NY strip is on the menu tonight! I already worked it into my calories for the day. A 6 oz. steak and a salad with light dressing.....I'm drooling just thinking about it.
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6 years ago today
I lost my mom to cancer on November 4th, 2002. Not a day goes by that I don't miss her. It has been said that time heals all wounds, but I'm still waiting. She was a driving force in my life and I hope to one day be half as kind and generous as she was. Please, when you all go home, hug your loved ones a little tighter…
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Guess what I got??
They just came in the mail. Two tickets to the last NASCAR race of the year, at Homestead Miami Speedway. Skybox seats with free food and drinks too!! My sister-in-law won them @ work and sent them to us. I thought hubby was BSing when he told me about them but the DHL driver just dropped them off. I'm so excited I could…
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Christmas gift ideas?
We are doing a Secret Santa this year ($50 limit) and I drew my brother-in-law Richard's name. He's a corporate lawyer, making about 300K a year. He already has EVERYTHING, so I am at a complete loss as to what to buy him. Any suggestions would be helpful.
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anybody ever heard of Eye Toy Kinetic for PlayStation 2?
I heard about it and bought it on eBay- it's got a camera that you hook up to the PS2, and a game where you can input your weight, height and resting heart rate. Then you can play a bunch of different games that all involve punching, kicking, and some tai chi stuff, with some yoga thrown in. You can see yourself on the…
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grrrrrrrrr.....MEN!!!
I have been running around like a chicken with its head cut off for the last 12 hours, shopping, cooking dinner, making sure the kids are bathed and in bed, and more shopping for last minute Christmas gifts. My husband has not lifted one finger to help me, he hasn't even offered to help. I asked him to help me bring in…
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my mp3 player broke!
:sad: I was working out yesterday, and had it strapped to my arm. I guess sweat or something got into the case and fried the darn thing....now I don't have any music for when I exercise.:grumble: I had that thing for a year and a half too:grumble: If anyone has a spare one they want to get rid of (I could pay you a few…
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New Year's Resolution: No more Soda!
I decided to give up soda, both regular and diet. I haven't had a sip since New Year's Eve....I wish I could say it's easy, but the caffeine headaches are no joke. I feel less bloated already, that has to be a good sign, right?
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Disgusted
The week started off crappy (scattered my mom's ashes on Monday) and only got worse. I returned home from my brother's to find my house a total disaster (sink full of dirty dishes, laundry piled to the ceiling, etc) and my husband said, "Well, if you aren't here to do it, then who will?" :noway: :mad: :mad: :explode: Damn…
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Eating clean
I'm currently doing Tapout XT 2 and can feel gains in my strength and endurance, but not seeing the changes in my body that I'd hoped to see by now. I've decided to follow a cleaner diet (no white bread, rice, etc), no candy or soda, and more veggies. Today I've done really well (had a protein shake for breakfast, a…
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Disrespected by my stepson
He thinks that since he turned 18, his crap doesn't stink and he doesn't have to abide by the house rules anymore. He got up in my face and said, "Shut the f*** up, b****!" And telling his dad won't do any good, because this kind of thing has come up before, and his dad says, "He was here first...if you don't like how you…
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YouFit gym
There's one about 5 minutes from my new home and I got a day pass to go there. The place seems really nice and the people are friendly; they're advertising multi-club memberships for $20 down and $20/month for a 1 year term. I enjoyed my workout there; just wanted some other opinions before I sign up.
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My 90 Day Tapout XT Results
I tried to get the pics at as close to the same distance as possible, but my 9-year-old daughter was the photographer, so these are the best I have.
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Tapout XT Results
I'm halfway through the 90 days and I'm finally starting to see a difference. What do y'all think?
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Dealing with verbal/mental/emotional abuse
I was in a long-term relationship with a man and had two children with him. He started out fine, and gradually started belittling me and calling me names. At first, I shook it off, but then his words started to sink in. He'd call me fat, lazy, stupid, retarded, idiot....real confidence-zapping stuff. And when I'd stand up…
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Tapout XT and Plyometrics
Tonight was day 3 of the 90 day Tapout XT program and it's kicking my *kitten* so far....It was Plyo XT, and I made it through the workout *barely*. I know Insanity and other programs have plyo workouts; does anyone have any suggestions for modifying some of the moves? I want to be able to walk the day after a plyo workout…
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Dealing with a manipulative, passive/aggressive ex
Those of you who know me on this site know the story. I was married to a guy who started out like the man of my dreams, but over time, his manipulative side began to show. He went from snide little comments, to outright mental and physical abuse. I ended the marriage, but still have to deal with him because we have two…
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Turbo Jam question....
I tried searching for the answer on here but couldn't find anything. Those of you that have done TJ before, how soon did you notice results? I know it's probably just wishful thinking, but I've done 8 workouts from the series and I feel like I'm getting more toned and leaner already. I've used my Polar FT4 heart rate…
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HRM Chest Strap Question (for the ladies)
I have a Polar F4 and can't wait to try it. My question is, where do you ladies wear the chest strap? I don't want to throw off the reading or anything.
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I finished Ripped in 30
I'll post some before/after pics when I can find someone to help me take them. I'm trying to decide on my next workout plan- I tried Turbo Fire, and in my opinion, it was way too fast and way too hard on my knees. Can any of you suggest a plan that is similar but just a little bit slower paced?
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Grilled Chicken White Pizza
I made this for dinner tonight and it was so good I had to share the recipe. Here's what you need: 1 Boboli whole-wheat thin pizza crust 1/2 cup Classico Light creamy alfredo sauce 1 1/2 cups reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (shredded) 1 1/4 cups cubed, grilled chicken (I used last night's leftovers) 1/8 cup chopped, cooked…
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Show off your Halloween costume!
Here's mine:
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Got a Fitbit today
It came via UPS this afternoon, and of course I had to set it up right away :) It tracks your activity level, steps, calories burned, sleep efficiency and mileage. I'll keep you guys posted on how it works!
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pain across the bottom of my foot
The arch area on my right foot has been hurting for about three days- a burning pain that feels like I stepped on a lit cigarette or something. Anyone else have something like that? I hope it goes away because I'm liking the Ripped in 30 and don't want to have to take a break.
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some of the things that kids do...
make you wonder....or wince, depending on the situation. My daughter was outside with me and she picked up a 2x2 piece of wood. She was playing it, I walked by exactly in time for it to connect with my face. Right on the upper part of my left cheekbone :( She got upset, which kind of made me upset, I know she didn't do it…
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Starting over with ChaLEAN Extreme- embarrassed to post "bef
The title pretty much says it all. I had someone help me take my before shots...I didn't think I looked all that bad, but when I actually saw the pictures I wanted to cry. I look so big and frumpy, not at all like I feel. Maybe I'll wait to post my "before" shots until I'm done with the program, that way I can see how far…
