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Getting in the Habit of Being Healthy
So after years of being depressed and gaining more and more weight (my heaviest being at 162 pounds, though I am down to 155 at this moment), I think I may have made a breakthrough, if you will. I have been seeing various therapists/psychiatrists for over a decade. I am only 20, but trust me, I needed it; still need it,…
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From 160 to 168 in Less Than a Month! HELP.
As the title clearly states, I have gained a ton of weight recently. I have always struggled with my weight, but I started crying after being weighed today. Instead of just sobbing, though, I want to do something about it. Obviously, I need to cut caloric intake and exercise more. What I need help with is coming up with a…
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Could I Be Gluten Sensitive?
Pretty much since the beginning of high school (I am almost 21 now), I have struggled with daily fatigue, no matter how many or how little hours I get. Even if I get the healthy balance of 8 hours, I still find myself tired, and having headaches. Not to mention, I have a tendency to get constipated at times. I've always…
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Medication and Increased Appetite/Weight Gain
So I have Major Depressive Disorder, along with other mental health issues, which I take medication for. One of these medications is Abilify, a mood stabilizer that is notorious for increased appetite and weight gain in general. To give you an idea of how strong this side effect is for me, I gained about ten pounds when I…
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Monster Rehab: What's the Catch?
Okay, so I have examined those Monster Rehab energy drinks countless times. I can't find exactly what's bad about them as it relates to weight loss. However, that cannot be right. So, what's the catch? Is there some god-awful ingredient in there?
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South Beach Diet
Has anyone had both short and long term success with South Beach Diet? I got both the book and cookbook for about $2 the other day at the library. Any comments?
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Logging the Elliptical
So I generally vary the levels while I use the elliptical, meaning there is more resistance at some times more than others. My reps are usually only around 110 for the most part. I find it quite unrealistic that MFP is accurately assuming I am burning as many calories as it says I am for that pace. Yes, it is very…
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Brazil Butt Lift: Knee Issues
So the Beachbody Brazil Butt Lift DVD's have a TON of squats/lunges. I know that squats and lunges aren't the best exercises for those with knee problems, correct? So my question is this: Should I go slower to get better form (therefore not going at the pace of the instructor in the video) and gradually work up to their…
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Can Pilates Replace Strength Training?
So, we all know the endless benefits of strength training. However, I feel SO much more of a burn both on the day and the day after of doing Pilates. It's also much more fun and challenging for me. I don't know; I just enjoy it so much more. The only exercises that I can really feel my muscles working are with Pilates. Not…
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Eat to Live Modifications
So, I just bought my Eat to Live cookbook by Dr. Fuhrman, along with already having my Eat to Live book. I've looked through it and, wow, this is expensive and lots of food preparation time! If there is anyone who has done this diet, could you please make some suggestions as to how to modify it a bit, even if it steps out…
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What is Your Healthy Diet?
What does your healthy diet look like? What kind of diet were you on the worked long-term on weight loss, as well as weight control? As in, what were the main kinds of food you ate? Please be as specific as you can. For example, if chicken is a regular part of your diet, please say "chicken" rather than "meat". This can…
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Quick, Easy, On-The-God Recipes?
The title says it all. I just want to know what kind of small snacks/meals that are HIGH IN PROTEIN that I can prepare quickly (20 minutes or less, or a batch at the beginning of the week) and bring with me when I'm out and about all day. I would prefer it if not all of the food had to be cooled for more than five or six…
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Getting Yourself (Back) on Track
So, I burned about 500 calories by exercising today. Great, right? Well, I also ate 500 over my calorie limit, AFTER exercising. Mainly in junk food. I was so proud of myself and now I've done this. How do you forgive yourself and get back on track? I didn't crave sweets for awhile, but now I'm addicted to them.
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Help for Committing to Health
It doesn't matter how many new books or exercise DVD's I buy, I can't seem to get myself to commit. To anything. I talked to my therapist today, and he said to try to make small goals (kind of like the Just for Today I Will ___) thread. There's an issue though: I can't think of JUST "this one day." I constantly just think…
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New Rules of Lifting for Women - Just Using Dumbbells?
Hi, I've heard SO many great things about NROLFW. However, I have no access to a gym; just hand weights. Do they have programs in this book just for hand weights/dumbbells?
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Jillian Michaels: Making the Cut
Anyone tried her book, Making the Cut? Anyone know of anyone who has tried it? How is it?
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Anyone Get Lost Weight/Toned Up With Pilates in Place of Weight Training?
The title pretty much explains it all. Has anyone used Pilates in place of weight training? Of course, I know there needs to be between 30-45 minutes of cardio as well. I ask because I have tried both Pilates, as well Jillian Michaels' 30DS and I feel all of my muscles working so much harder with Pilates (even the glutes,…
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Is it a Bad Idea to Completely Restrict One Food Group?
So I am having trouble keeping up with tracking my calories, and I am trying to gradually switch to eating towards an Eat to Live kind of diet (at least for 50% of the time). People keep on saying that completely cutting out a certain kind of food (such as baked goods, candy, fried foods, etc.) will cause you to ultimately…
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Vegetarian/Vegan Meals To-Go
So, I am thinking of trying the Eat to Live diet. It is essentially a vegan diet. However, I am out all of the time. What are some meals to cook at the beginning of the week (or even the night before) that I can bring with me while on-the-go?
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Stronglifts 5x5 Question
So, I am a bit confused about this program. Is there any way you can just use hand weights (10+) for this and still get results? I really can't afford a gym right now.
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Motivation for Counting Calories
So, I have started to gradually exercise more and more; about every day this week, I have walked at least 15 minutes (but my sessions have been mostly 30-45 minutes of total exercise, including both cardio and strength training). I feel confident that I am and will continue to become fit. There is one issue, however... I…
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Healthy, On-the-Go Meals
So I have a serious issue of eating out. It drains my wallet and (of course) hinders my weight loss efforts. What are some healthy, on-the-go and easy-to-prepare meals I can bring with me that won't go bad within eight hours? I am also willing to buy one of those cooler lunch boxes to preserve food that needs to be…
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Tips From Fast Oxidizers
So I just took the Jillian Michaels quiz, "What Type of Oxidizer are You?" and got fast oxidizer. We're supposed to eat protein, but I want to stay within my calorie limit. Any ideas on how to do this? Also, any general tips? What foods work for you, what keeps you energized, etc. I'm doing some research myself, but I…
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Scarlett Johansson's Workout
http://healthyceleb.com/scarlett-johansson-workout-routine-diet-plan/5554 Is it actually safe/doable to do 90 minutes of circuit training? I realize genetics matter; I'm not going to get a body even close to hers, but it would be nice to have one that is slim and toned.
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Losing Interest
So, I have struggled with depression for about a decade (since I was ten). As a result, I have grown overweight, though not quite obese yet. I'm a musician who has been playing for about seven years, but I sound like I've only been playing for two or three years at most. This is all from getting started on things and not…
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Pilates
Anyone here do Pilates? If so, how often/how long? If anyone has pictures of their results with Pilates, even if it is along with other exercises, please do post!
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So I Want to Lose 10 Pounds in 5-6 Weeks...
So, my two year anniversary with my boyfriend is coming up, and I want to feel better about myself. I have already lost about seven pounds (but have plateaued the past four weeks due to lack of irregular concentration on losing weight. Anyway, I am 5' 4" and 155 pounds and would love to be down to 145 by September 24. MFP…
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How to Get Back on Track?
So, my SW was 162, and then over the course of ten weeks or so, I made it down to 151. Now I'm back up to 156. I've been eating crap, not counting anything, and haven't been exercising as much. How do you get back on track after having so much disappointment? I am someone who has NEVER lost weight; I just keep on gaining.…
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Depression Ruining Motivation
So, I've been seeing a cognitive therapist for over a decade. I think it's safe to say I have issues with depression. As a result, I usually have no motivation to do anything. I'm a musician, so this includes playing music. This obviously includes exercising and proper dieting as well. I have a bad emotional eating habit.…
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How to Lose 2 Pounds/Week at 155 Pounds
Is it safe/possible to lose 2 pounds/week for four weeks when your SW is 155? That is, without eating at a deficit of 1200 calories/day, because that is near impossible for me. For what it's worth, I am planning on exercising for at least 45 minutes a day, even if it's occasionally just walking at a moderate pace for 30…
