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Stomach still Hangs down?
Hey All, This is an embarrassing question but what the heck right?! So I have lost like 95.5 pounds. I went from being 5'2 238lbs to 142 pounds. I figured by now my stomach would be flatter by it still hangs down, will this ever lift up and be flat? Or will surgery be my only answer for this (not what I want to do). Your…
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I have reached my goal weight! (89lbs Lost) (Pic Heavy)
Hello all!. Today I hit my goal weight I set back in January of 150lbs. I kicked its butt and weighed in at 149.2. I have never lost this much weight. In total I have lost 55.5 inches. I started as a 24 jean size and now I am an 8. It was not easy and it was a lot of hard work and sometimes it sucked but today makes it…
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Weight Lifting gloves
Hello All! So I have been weight lifting for some time now and I am lifting heavy enough that I am starting to form calluses and blisters after a long session. I am looking for a good pair of weight lifting gloves. I have done some research but figured it would be better to see what you all enjoy. I lifting for long period…
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NSV
Hey all, So clothes shopping was clearly the bane of my existence before I lost weight. I had to buy all of my clothes at plus size stores and I was shoving myself into size 22 jeans. Yesterday I went clothes shopping and went into an extremely popular store that I was never able to fit into . I decided to try on the size…
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Confused about when to change my calorie goal
So I am officially 20 pounds away from my goal weight of 150. My ultimate goal weight is in the 130's however. I have my calorie goal set at 1 pound per week and was wondering when I should move it to .5 pounds a week?
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60 pounds in 6 months
My story is kind of strange I guess. I didn't have this moment where I knew this was the moment for me to lose the weight. It was January 1st and I was like well why not give it another shot. The good ol' resolution try. I had no idea how passionate I would become and how dedicated I would become to eating and getting…
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Annoying scale issue
So my scale used to never say a different number no matter where I moved it in my old bathroom. Now I have moved into my new apartment and the bathroom and kitchen have small tiles that make it hard to find a flat surface plus everything else is carpet. Now everytime I step on the scale I get a new weight like 5 pounds…
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Are all Calories the same (Study)?
Hey all, I thought you would find this study interesting. It compares three popular diets Low Carb, Low Glycemic and Low fat. People following a Mediterranean-style diet may have the best chance of keeping weight off — and doing it without causing negative side effects — according to a study published in the Journal of the…
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How to make strength training fun
Hey Everyone! So I have been on my journey for a while now but still have a hard time doing strength training for more than 20 mins. I find I get bored of it very quickly and am looking for ways to find more enjoyment in strength training. Any ideas?
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Sugar Question
Hey everyone! So I was wondering if it was ok to go over sugar if it was from fruit? Is it better to eat a lot of fruit but be over in sugar? or to eat more high calorie items that have less sugar?
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Monthly weigh ins?
hey everyone! So I have a tendency of becoming scale obsessed when I go on a diet. I find it to hurt my progress and at times have made me quit. I was thinking this time to only weigh in once a month. Is this a good idea or could int hurt my progress not knowing what I weigh?
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My third time trying
Hey everyone, So this is my third time trying to get healthy. This time I believe I have a better chance than ever because this time the dorm I live in at college actually has a kitchen in my room. I am excited to actually stick to it and make some more friends on here to keep me motivated. I love people who comment and I…
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Good Fat v. Bad Fat ?
I am a little over in fat today but it is from having almonds. I was wondering if our bodies metabolize good fats differently from bad fats? Or is fat from almonds (or other healthy foods) the same as fat from junk food?
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College student shopping list help!
Hey guys, So I am going food shopping today and was wondering what some of your favorite healthy snacks/ dinners are. I have a kitchen in my apartment so I am able to cook but warning I am not the best cook lol. So what are some ideas?
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Fat burning exercise plan?
Hey, So i am looking for a complete strength training workout plan. I am fairly new but did have a personal trainer last year so I know how to do mot of the exercises but I would like a plan. Anyone know of good websites?
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Weight Loss book help!?
Hey everyone, So I am looking to read a book about nutrition but I don't want one that has a specific diet plan. I'm looking for one more about why our body stores fat and how to get rid of it. Also to learn more about weight loss itself and not some book about a quick fix weight loss. Anyone read something like this?…
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I finished my first week and lost.....
FIVE AND A HALF POUNDS!. I am very excited. I have a long way to go but it just feels good to know that I can do this! Add me if you want I love to motivate people and get motivated by others =]
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Does my george forman grill make a difference?
Hey guys! So I have a george forman grill that I cook all my food on. I was wondering since it is supposed to drain the fat out of the food, does it really make a difference? If it does, how and can I log it? Thanks!
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Take Two
I lost ten pounds with this a few months ago and then just gave up. I'm back and I'm back with a vengeance. I know have my own apartment with kitchen at school and can finally cook for myself. No more excuses left. I need to do this. I would love some new friends we are also starting their journey!
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Workout Ideas?
Hey I usually do the elliptical on rolling hiss for 35 mins and then do ten mins of crunches. However, I would really like to mix it up a little. I was wondering what you guys did so maybe I could switch my workout routine a little =]
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Vitamin that helps Metabolism
So I have been taking One a day Women's active metabolism to get the vitamins I need and also to "hopefully" boost my metabolism. Has anyone else taken this vitamin and has it helped them?
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Always over in Protein
Is it bad that everyday I eat more protein that it says? Does eating to much protein effect my weight loss?
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College eating
I everyone, SO i was wondering if anyone was going through the same thing as me. I'm a dorming college student and have a hard time figuring out what is ok to eat in the dining halls. Anyone have any suggestions on what to do?
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Mini Goals?
I saw alot of people on here have mini goals. Is setting it at every 15lbs a good idea? I feel like i'll be able to feel good about myself often and "hopefully" will stay motivated!
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Snowed in at the fried family house
I am snowed in at my boyfriends and all his family eats is unhealthy fried food. How can I still eat healthy while i'm here? Please help.
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I will succeed this time
Hello Everyone, I'm Nicole and I'm a college student who is ready to actually reach her goal this time. O am 5'2 and am 245lbs. One day I realized I was almost a quater of 1000lbs and I knew it was time to change. I'm really looking to surrond myself with people also trying to make this change.
