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I'm back!
Hey all! I keep flirting with MFP, then lose motivation. Time to commit for real. My initial goal is to be down 20 pounds by the end of September, which would put me around 160 (I am 5'3"). I want to re-evaluate from there, but would love to dip my toes back into the 140s again. I just started lifting weights again, and am…
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Low blood pressure-Hypotension
I've never paid too much attention to my blood pressure because it has always been well within the normal range, despite me being overweight. For the last 3 years I have gotten a yearly physical for work, and have never had a doctor worried about it. I had another physical last week, after fighting a really nasty head cold…
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25 pounds makes a big difference!
So I've been training for this fitness test I have to pass to get my wildland firefighter certs. I was doing 4-6 miles on the treadmill a day for a couple weeks without added weight, and then got sidetracked when I got asked to help with some catering jobs and then applying for jobs and doing some training coursework. I…
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Anybody using Chalean Extreme?
I'm really bad at following programs exactly, but I'm going to use Chalean Extreme as a basis for heavy lifting at home. I got it a long time ago, and can't remember exactly why I stopped, but most likely saw some results, relaxed a bit, and fell off the wagon. I'm training for a work capacity test for wildland…
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Do you ever buy too small clothes for motivation?
Has anybody bought a motivation outfit or swimsuit, and taken before and after picture after they reached their goal?
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Weightloss photo journal app?
I have a variety of fitness apps on my phone. MFP, Fitbit, and Runkeeper are used almost daily and I love them. Other workout program apps almost never get used. I'm finding tracking apps are the most useful. I was wondering if anybody knew of a weight loss/measurement photo journal app. It would be awesome to have an app…
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Goal heart rate during running?
Hey all! Jumped on the treadmill today to make up for a bit of excess in the food category, and did a 20 minute jog at 4.0 mph. My heart rate monitor said my heart rate got up to 169 bmp for most of the run. That is outside the range listed on my HRM. I was wondering what a good steady jogging heart rate should be, and…
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How to fight the "hangry"?
I'm trying to reset my sleep cycle following some new research that came out saying a short hunger period can over ride your circadian rhythm and rest your internal time clock. I ate breakfast this morning at 8 am, and have been fasting the rest of the day. My plan is to eat breakfast again tomorrow morning. I was doing…
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Any wildland firefighters?
Hey all! I've been with MFP since this summer, but I always lose motivation a few weeks in. I'm considering redirecting my career towards wildland fire again, and need to get in shape for it! I did the initial training and had previously worked on prescribed burns, but got some nasty tendinitis before I could complete the…
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Kettlebell- Strength or cardio?
Hey all! I'm shelving my Focus T25 for now, and concentrating on my 5k training. I don't have motivation to do Focus T25, 5k training, and taking my dog for his 1-2 mile walks every day, and I really want to get into running, since I travel so much for work, and it is something I can do almost anywhere. To make sure I…
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Combat muscle soreness?
So, I'm back! I fell off the wagon like a boulder off a cliff when I went back to work in Alaska. I'm back now, looking for another job that allows for a healthier lifestyle, and until something comes up, filling my time with exercise, hobbies, and job applications. I started T25 again yesterday, and WOW, I am soooo SORE…
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Compression socks?
Hey all, I was wondering if anybody used compression socks during plyometrics workouts. My calves start killing me pretty quickly after exercises like jumping jacks and I feel like it is holding me back. I'm 180 pounds and 5'3. I workout barefoot or with Vibram 5 finger shoes. Thanks! Rachel
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Tips for travelling with protein powder?
Hey all! I travel 10+ months a year for work and fun. This has caused a lot of weight gain since I rarely have access to a kitchen and eat out a lot. I started drinking protein shakes when I started working out on my last vacation from work when I joined MFP and started exercising. I thought it would be a good way to help…
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Halloween Costumes 2013
What is everybody planning to wear for Halloween this year!? I'm tossing some ideas around in my head for simple costumes that will show off my hard work (working to lose 15 pounds by then!) but not be ridiculously slutty! It would be fun to see what others are planning! Rachel
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Calorie burn HRM vs Fitbit
Hey all! Today I walked about 11 miles around an urban hiking trail, and wore both my HRM and my Fitbit. My HRM says I burned 1576 calories but my Fitbit exercise adjustment is less than 1000. Which should I go with?
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How to decide activity level?
Hey all! I was wondering how people decide their activity level and when to upgrade or downgrade? I set mine at sedentary when I joined MFP because I really wasn't doing much activity other than 30 minutes of exercise a day. I'm back at work now, and tend to be more active, but I don't want to overestimate my BMR. I use a…
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Halloween Costumes?
Hey all! I thought it would be fun to share what Halloween costumes everybody is looking at! I'm not sure what I want yet, though I have a few ideas bouncing around! Rachel
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Workout clothes while traveling
Does anybody have any magical formula for keeping workout clothes from reeking when you are traveling and can't wash them as often? I travel a lot for work, and sweat a lot when I workout! I don't have room to bring a new outfit for every day!
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My first NSV!
I've been house sitting for my parents while they were traveling the last 3 weeks, and when I picked them up at the airport today my mom said I looked really good! :D Rachel
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Any SCUBA divers or biologists?
I'm an advance open water diver, certified in 2007 for a volunteer coral research project. I'm also a fisheries biologist in Alaska. I'm looking to get my divemaster in the near future, and move into scientific diving. Most of my coworkers are in great shape, and I'd like to join them! Plus, losing weight would definitely…
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Heavy traveler looking to get healthy
Hello all! I travel 10+ months a year for work and fun, and it has really affected my health. I was very active in high school as a weight lifter and swimmer, and have been in a bit of denial about my health since then. My 10 year high school reunion is coming up next year, so I'd like to get back into shape before then! I…
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Canned clams recipes?
Hey all! I've been struggling with energy and motivation the last couple of days, and I think it is iron deficiency. Seafood is my go to food when I'm low in iron, but visiting family in Kansas means affordable seafood is few and far between. Canned clams are available and budget friendly, and uber-full of iron, but I…
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Best Superfood and protein powders
Hey all! I travel a lot for work, and will head back to Seattle and Alaska for a couple months in August. I've traditionally gained weight when I work because I have little to no access to a kitchen. When I'm working on the boats, they provide my food, and I usually eat what is available. I've had anything from fresh…
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Any surfers?
Hey all! I started to learn to surf on my last vacation, and while I won't get a chance to surf again for awhile, I was wondering if anybody knew any good workout moves I could do to get stronger for next time? My level of fitness really held me back last time. I'm working out consistently now, which will help immensely,…
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Fitness tracker reviews
Hey all! I have a Fitbit Ultra that I believe is on it's last legs of life. I wore it working on ships down in Panama (very hot and sweaty!), and the contacts are corroding now. I contacted Fitbit, and they asked for the receipt from Target. I don't have it since I bought it last October to replace one I lost (I didn't…
