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4 Months in with weight training
I've done this yo-yo dieting with cardio routine waaaay too many times to count. I was tired and cranky. I started lifting 5xs a week in Jan of this year and do sprinkle in some cardio on some days. Before I hadn't done an Olympic lift but now I absolutely love the barbell. It has changed my body so much faster than my…
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Low caloric intake, quality protein powder?
Hi all, I can use all the help I can get. I'm currently cutting down on my BF%. I'm in a deficit and because of my stats I'm struggling to get enough protein. H: 5'1" CW:126lbs GW:120 Ultimate Goal: Gain Muscle Mass Currently I'm only getting .45g per lbs of protein and I'd like to try to keep as much muscle mass as…
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Want to Share Your Success?
I love, LOVE seeing success stories and I know they are a major reason in pushing me to reaching my goals. I came across this and didn't know if anyone wanted to share their story with the magazine Women's Health. The link to the article (Amazing Body Makeovers) is:…
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5 Months and the Journey Continues...
Today is my 5 month anniversary using MFP. I know I love seeing peoples transformations and I'm proud that I can join the ranks of those who have changed their lives. MFP has introduced me into a new love, fitness and a new hobby running. Not only have I went from not being able to run a mile to completing a half marathon,…
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My First NSV.
So my husband took me to TJ MAXX today. (Love that store, by the way...) Anywho, I decided while he was shopping, I'd try on some jeans for fun. I picked up a pair of 6's, 4's and 2's just to see how tight they were (at the beginning of this journey I was a 8/10) and the 2's FIT! WHAT THE?!? I was so excited! However, I…
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My success so far :)
Hey all. I love reading people's success stories and despite my modest personality. I thought I'd be brave and post some photos. I started this journey after some of my darling high school students (and fellow teachers) kept asking if I was pregnant. Which at the time was a sensitive subject because my husband and I have…
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New Here
Hey there, I've been using MFP for a couple months now (Android APP, gotta love it), but this is my first time on the forums. I've read through a lot and I can't wait to get to know more of you. A little about me: I'm an ex-college athlete that tumbled out of shape. Since August, one of my co-workers that runs races, has…
