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A few things I wish I could tell the old me...
Hello everyone, (I apologize for any spelling/grammar mistakes. Not a native English speaker...) I started writing this at 30lbs loss. Still almost 40lbs away from Ultimate Goal Weight. About the moment where I realised that UGW wasn't ultimate at all. That it wasn't the end of anything. That is was an open door to the…
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Basically, I'm afraid to eat.
Yep! I'm not all that proud of the fact that I gave in to the "eat way less, you'll loose weight" kind of trend but I'm one of those... I've been looking for THE website that would tell me that's ok to eat 1200 calories a day, regardless on my lifestyle or how much I work out. I'm not that energetic, I get grumpy at times…
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Anyone from Paris, France?
I know it's a long shot but I was wondering if anyone here was living in Paris, France? After living abroad for 5 years, I've been back home for a while and I'm missing my "international" life and friends. Since I'm now into fitness and healthy lifestyle (unlike most of my childhood friends) I thought I could try to kill…
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Fat loss timeline question
Hello there!!! Not sure where to post this, hopefully I'm in the right place. Not sure if anyone as an answer for me either but I'll try!!! I feel like I've browed this entire website before asking for this myself! I'd like to know if there's any way to estimate how long it would take someone to lose 1% of bodyfat. I'm not…
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HOPE STORY - MUST READ A skinny 20 years old took a fantastic stand against fat shaming
It happened today on the subway. It was so impressive, I'll try to do as close a rendition as possible of what happened. I was with a friend of mine who's highly overweight. Up to the point where it as a real impact on her quality of life. She can't stand on her feet for a very long time so she sat. Because the subway was…
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30 Days Shred + weight lifting?
Hello there, Even though I flatter myself thinking that I know what I'm doing I still have A LOT of questions about exercise. Diet is a done deal. Here it goes for today: I do weight training every two days, full body workout with what seems very heavy weights to me. Push-ups, bench press, lunges and lateral lunges, glutes…
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Anyone from Paris, France?
Hi there! I know it's a long shot but I was wondering if anyone here was living in Paris, France? After living abroad for 5 years, I've been back home for a while and I'm missing my "international" life and friends. Since I'm now into fitness and healthy lifestyle (unlike most of my childhood friends) I thought I could try…
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HELP ME CHOOSE MY DRESS!
Hello MFP's!! I have a wardrobe dilemna. I'm about to go to a wedding that's gonna feel like a high school reunion. Half of the guests come from my teenage years, the other half are dancers. I want to look great. What do I wear? ANY comment is welcome. Please, give my your opinion! Those dresses are completely different…
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Awesome heavy lifters here ? Rookie has questions !!
Hi there !!! I'm really into heavy lifting now FINALLY (Every other day, I do 5*5 but with Strong Curves exercises that I regularly rotate). I feel awesome, I should have started sooner. It works wonders on my body. Anyhow, even if I've been religiously reading NROLFW, Strong Curves, Starting Strength and A LOT of posts on…
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46 NSVs since I joigned MFP!! One per lbs lost
We go in because of what the scale screams and we stay for everyting else. Here's a list of some of the amazing things that happened to me since I took control of me and my health. No particular order except for the first and last ones. If I can convince anyone to keep at it, I'll have win the day. 1 – Wearing regular…
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Bingeing and I broke up. And had closure.
For a long time, bingeing was like this ex-boyfriend who used to treat me like crap but still managed to get me crawling back and begging for more. You know what it’s like. You haven’t heard from him for a while and everything’s going well in your life. And then, one morning out of nowhere, you get a phone call. He’s in…
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Boob loss's useless rant / HUGE thanks to real women here
Ok, fine, I've been really really pissed off the last few days!!! I'm a (soon to be) ex-fat girl and I'm used to consider my boobs as my only one good feature. And they're shriking like hell!! I'm suddenly down two cup sizes and probably counting. I know that the upside of fat loss and fitness training by far outweighs the…
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My 2014 Goals / Plan - First 6 months - Then maintenance!
Here we are! Another year is around the corner. Like most people, I'm setting new goals for 2014. It's going to be the year in enter maintenance after years and years of yo-yoing! I barely can believe it. Here's my doable realistic plan (goals and rewards): I'm 154.5lbs as of today. JANUARY: Weight: 150lbs (4.5lbs loss)…
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I'd like your opinion on my workout routine
Hi there!! I've been trying to move a lot more lately and came up with a workout routine that I can stick to apparently. But I don't know what it's worth. On Monday, Wednesday, Friday I do Bret Contreras's Strong Curves program, followed by Jillian Michaels 30DS. That's about one hour and a half. On Tuesday, Thursday and…
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NSV - I've got hot leather boots!!!! (pics)
Holy cr*p! They fit!!!! Like, easily! First boots ever!!! Let's be honest, it doesn't make me stronger or fitter or healthier but still, how thrilled am I !!! Real leather, high heels, regular calves size. Christmas is coming earlier this year and it's bringing hotness in my home!!!
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Let's face it, I want an a**!
Ok. I've lost 44lbs so far, through diet mostly and some kind of exercise. I started strengh training a few weeks ago. I enjoy it, wish I had started sooner, feel better, stronger and everything. I do core exercises, squats (without weights so far), barbell rows... Main goal as of right now: I want a kickass *kitten*! My…
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The strength of fat people
I'm posting this because I really hope it will motivate people. I recently starting home strength training. And was really intimidated by the equipment. Thanks to my boyfriend we now have a complete exercise bench at home and I can do almost every possible exercise I can think of. Here I was, staring at the thing, with my…
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Progress pics! I feel so good today!!
About mi-way to goal. I already feel so much better!!!! I almost feel hot in the new outfit I finally fit into!!! Best day ever! First. The before scary pictures. Can believe I looked like that: THIS ONE ABOVE IS SERIOUSLY GROSS!!! Sorry for your eyes! AND, 4 monts later!!! TADAAAA!!!! Still a lot of work, toning mostly…
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Progress pics!!! I feel sooo good today!!!
Today, I tried for what felt like the hundredth time my mid-goal clothes. They fitted perfectly!! I can move and breath and feel good looking in it! What a bright day! Day 1, felt like a very long time ago (4 month in reality): Today!!!! I mean, SERIOUSLY!! Is that me?!!! I feel so happy today!! Like the day I discovered I…
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Are my numbers correct? PLEASE, I'M REALLY TRYING
Hi everyone, After a loooong time wondering if I should give it a try. I have decided to go for EMTWL way of life. I'm scared to do it the wron way considering that a) I'm not a number person and b) english only is my second language. So here's my story and what I'm planning on to do. I'd be very grateful for any insight.…
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Upping calories, real scary.
Hi everyone, I've put the same post on the group 'Eat More to Weigh Less' but I'd like to have as much insight as possible. After a loooong time wondering if I should give it a try. I have decided to go for EMTWL way of life. I'm scared to do it the wrong way considering that a) I'm not a number person and b) english only…
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I want to be toned. Start lifting, maybe. Any advice?
Hello there, I've lost over 40lbs so far, mostly by dieting and I've started to move way more when I signed in on MFP. Now, I want to be toned and strong. Female, 32 years old, 5.3ft and 154lbs. Still about 25lbs to go. I have absolutely no clue where to begin, what's considered 'lifting' and how I should twist my daily…
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OMG!!! I might becoming a regular girl!
Something that I'd call weird just happened. Yesterday I went shopping for new clothes in a store that I like. I know the clothes it sells very well, know the sizes I'm supposed to fit in, depending on the kind of clothes and how the cut and fabric are going to look on me. They sell regular and plus sizes clothes. I've…
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The reason why you should get a kitchen scale
Hey guys!! I'm a firm believer that a kitchen scale is the only way to go regarding counting of calories (vs measuring cups I mean) but never found a good way to prove it. Here it is!!! It might help some strugling people A LOT! Please watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVjWPclrWVY Vanessa
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Sooo lost, calorie wise HELP!
Hello there! I have a stupid stupid question for someone who's successfully lost 30lbs so far. I did it relaying on my feelings more than knowledge. I want to finish the journey the smart way. 40lbs to go... I have absolutely no idea what I should eat, calorie wise. Here are my numbers: - BMR: 1514 calories/day - TDEE:…
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Two valuable things a week in Greece reminded me of...
I just came home from a week of vacation in Rhodos Iland, Greece. It was awesome but that's not the point. Two things 'happened' to me while I was there that I think are worth sharing. I've lost 30lbs, before I joined MFP for the 40 remaining ones, and I know what works for me and what don't. Not being in a familiar…
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Newbie, looking for friends
Hi everyone, Newbie here! Hard cold facts: My name's Vanessa, I'm barely 5.3ft tall and, as of today, 169lbs. As far as I know, I went up to 198lbs (that's a scary number...) and I'm willing to get 40lbs off of my thighs. Yes, basicaly, all of my extra fat is there. It's a wonder how I stand. Hopefuly, I won't loose my…
