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I'm very weak. What can I do at home to be stronger?
I have severe anxiety thus can't go to a gym. I have pretty bad weakness in my shoulders, arms, legs...surprisingly weak. I'm overweight (5'2/190) and just starting to move after pretty bad eating/not moving/depression. So, I feel good at moving, happier and would like to feel a bit stronger. I don't have gym set up or…
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Tips for camping on a diet?
Bring my scale? Preweigh some foods like oatmeal? Bring measuring cups? Rest of family and kids do not eat like I do. I am a no/low fodmap diet for stomach issues so I eat a lot of veggies with protein, can't have certain foods, or greasy stuff etc. I haven't eaten out in almost 8 weeks either so it feels scary for me. Not…
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Hydration Belts for bigger people?
Anyone know one that might fit bigger sizes? Looking for something to walk/hike with. Prefer place for phone as well but not essential.
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Is it bad to eat potatoes every day?
I know I hear all these myths about losing weight, carbs, blah blah blah. I have also heard that eating potatoes every day is bad. I have no idea why. I eat a yukon gold potato every day and sometimes twice a day (with meals) . I was finding my meals (protein plus veggies, not much grain) was leaving me hungry soon after…
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Anyone have their GAIT assessed?
I am having trouble with pain in my feet, knee, and leg since I was a child. I have one leg that swings out and more pointed out when walking, and the other does a weird thing as well. I have always had some "twisty" pain in the one leg (as if it's twisted a bit) and have a sort of titled pelvis which hasn't been analyzed.…
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Shoes for side to side movement like Zumba?
I've been wearing my running shoes for Zumba (home workout). Crazy movement in the shoe from side to side. It's starting to hurt, and know the shoes I am wearing are for front to back movement like walking/running. I also have metatarsalgia so I have to have support in the middle fatty pad near toes...so the lack of…
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Share your mini goals!
I started at 204, down to about 195ish. My first mini-goal is to 180lbs. I would like to have other mini goals but no idea what to put down. One is to increase steps/movement per day (sedentary person)...
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What health sayings drive you crazy?? Ie/Detox, Cleanse, etc.
Thinking of how many sayings, expressions, terms that are used that may drive you mad. For me, things like: Flushes your system Colon cleanse Detox your body
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Just bought the Charge HR (large) but wondering if small would be better?
I know the lengths are different. I was right on the cusp of small and large so I went with large. I can wear nicely on the second and third holes but there is a big gap on the side of my wrist from the top main part (what do you call that-the stiff, sensory part) sticks out larger than my wrist. Curious if the small has a…
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Macros for Dummies?
I'm feeling super stupid for asking this question...I don't understand what everyone means by "macros"...I don't know if there is a thread of macros for dummies to help me wrap my head around the tidbits of info people are talking about..."hitting macros" "but I would really appreciate someone pointing me in that direction…
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What do you like to grill/BBQ??
Would love to hear what you love to grill on the BBQ! Our go to is mostly turkey burgers, chicken, hamburgers...grilled veggies, corn. Would love some other ideas.
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Fave homemade salad dressings?
I have some ingredients I have to avoid so I can't have any bottled dressings. Would love some ideas! I'm curious how many cals/fat g are in other dressings since the one I made tonight was around 112 cals a serving/7 g fat..give or take a little. It was a sesame dressing with brown sugar, sesame oil, peanut oil, rice…
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Old Elliptical calorie burn approx vs MFP etc.
I know not to trust basically any calculator but if I am doing 30 minutes on an old elliptical, tension is set to fairly easy but my heart rate is high because I'm overweight, and out of shape...sweating, tired...there is this calorie burn number which I have not thought to be anything related to me because I don't input…
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What are some starter youtube videos for exercise?
I'm very out of shape, overweight (5'2/202 lbs) and I have anxiety about going to gyms (and other places). I have done a few youtube videos of 30 mins of Zumba. It's discouraging when something seemingly easy kicks your *kitten* but it really has affected my mood. I am smiling after and feel so much better. Can anyone…
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Anyone with open food diaries that can be my friend?
I'm needing some ideas and would love to see what other people eat. I am mostly cooking at home right now....I have not been out to eat since starting 2.5 weeks ago. Would like to get some ideas on what to change on my food diary. I am on a low fodmap /somewhat low fat diet (stomach issues) but can eat a variety of things…
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Accurate logging+ database questions (help needed)
I am starting to weigh my food. Two weeks in I didn't care about it being accurate but more of an approximate calorie count for the day. I know the discrepancies in using measuring cups etc so I am curious how to make logging more efficient. Searching for one listing that is accurate-is there a way to speed this up so that…
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Technology motivators (HRM, watches, fitbit). What one to choose?
Yes, I am searched but can't quite find a comparison thread. I would like something to help motivate me. I like numbers, comparing-probably would like to have a better idea of my new working out calorie burns etc...I'm totally new to exercise,and nutrition...and am totally overwhelmed by all the choices. Is there a device…
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Best Dark Chocolate?
I'm wondering what your favourite dark chocolate is for those sugary splurges. A piece here and there. Not sure if anyone knows a brand that is good. Should I find one with the lowest calories/fat?
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Best plus-size sports bras?
Needing to tame the tatas...want something supportive for exercising in. Any brands/recommendations or ones to keep away from?
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People with IBS, GERD, or other stomach issues?
Hi everyone, I have finicky stomach issues now after gaining a lot of weight, getting my gallbladder out, diagnosed with gerd, possible IBS or something else. I am trying a low fodmap diet for now which is helping calm my stomach/bowels haha. Looking for friends that might have similar tummy issues. Currently my diary is…
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*New* FODMAP GROUP
I have just created a group for those on FODMAP diets. I cannot figure out how to share it as the link I posted elsewhere was of my own MFP group page, haha. If you request a friend add, I can then invite to the group? Would love people to post their links, resources, menu plans, recipes, experiences!
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Useful Links or Resources on FODMAPs
Please note that sources may have inaccuracies and it's best to double check for FODMAPs before consuming. About Health- Low Fodmap Food List ibs.about.com/od/FODMAPsInformation/ss/Foods-on-the-FODMAP-Diet.htm#step-heading FODMAP Wiki en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FODMAP Evidence-based dietary management of functional…
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30's ADHD Mama to 4 w/ 60lbs to Lose /*friends wanted*
Hi all! :) I am a sugar/food binger that has increasingly gotten worse since being a stay at home mom (sahm) and have depression/post-partum depression and ADHD with ocd undertones haha (as well as anxiety /panic attacks which are pretty under control ). I'm 5'2/5'3 and about 180 lbs. I can't believe I am being so open…
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App for building week menu linking recipes from elsewhere?
I know, it's a lot to ask. But, I'm lost again. I need some help with planning meals ahead of time but have hard time because the links or recipes or things I'd like to try (online mostly) are bookmarked and unorganized. Is there something that I can link or save them, or helps build menus for the week or month and I can…
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I'm confused. BMR, TDEE, Calories, Protein?
Ahhhhh I'm so confused! I don't know where to start to check things out that I am wondering about. Can anyone help me? Me: I'm 5'2ish, 180lbs. I currently do not exercise and am overly sedentary (shame, ugh). I am just getting iron infusions from being severely anemic. I have been sick for a year of not being able to…