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Workout buddy in Seattle?
I am new to this working out thing, and find myself wishing I had some company that is in the same shape as me. My boyfriend has offered to work out with me, but I feel self conscious about it because he is in better shape than me at the moment. Anyone out there in the Seattle area that would be interested? I am currently…
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Update: Over a year on MFP and over 50lbs gone
I've lost over 50lbs here. I started at a size 14/16 and am currently wearing a 2/4. I went from no physical activity to running 3-4x per week and lifting weights 2x per week. I used to be a smoker, I used to eat fast food all the time. I used to be the laziest person on earth. Here's me before: Here is me at my 5k on…
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One NSV a day, what's yours?
So I was feeling really discouraged today. I've gained 4lbs, ate crap this weekend (pizza, Sonic, cookies, Buffalo Wild Wings) and haven't been exercising as much as I like. I'm doing the New Rules of Lifting for Women program, and am on week 4. I haven't noticed any difference in my measurements, and was feeling like…
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Carbo loading
Any carbo loading advice from the runners out there? I know I need to start thinking about it. I am running my first half marathon on June 23rd, and my second one on July 15th. How many days before should I start? How many carbs? Recipe ideas? Percent of calories from carbs? I am not a big carb eater in general (not on…
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I've lost 50lbs, but gained a whole new life!
Over one year ago, I looked like this: I weighed 177lbs, and was miserable. I didn't do anything and ate crap. Now, 50lbs later, I look like this: I run 3-4 days a week, I lift 2 days a week. I am about to run a half marathon, just signed up for a kickball team, and have been referred to as an athlete, and a runner. I make…
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Your opinon?
So my sister recently moved across the state, and out of my parents house. She is home visiting this weekend, and staying with my parents. She invited some friends over, without clearing it with my parents first, and my mom and dad were upset about it. She doesn't think they should have been upset, and is upset because…
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Lifespan of the Reebok RealFlex?
I have a pair of Reebox Realflex shoes, and I love them...I was wondering if anyone has "run theirs into the ground" and how many miles you got out of them before you needed to replace them. I am approaching about 100 with mine, and I am starting to notice I am having issues very similar to when my last shoes crapped out…
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One year ago today...
One year ago today, I weighed 177lbs. I was a smoker, I wore a size 14 pants and large or extra large shirts, and I didn't do anything even remotely athletic. I ate out all the time, and rarely cooked anything for myself. I started watching what I ate, ate less servings and smaller portions. Got off my *kitten* and started…
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Running glove recommendations?
I desperately need a pair of gloves designed for running, but there are so many to choose from. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations. I will be wearing them in 35-50 degree weather, and I have fairly small hands, so they will need to fit snuggly. Anything that works with a touch screen is a plus. Thanks!
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BMR question
I am only 5lbs away from my goal, so I changed my calorie goal to lose 0.5lbs per week. This increased my calorie intake goal from 1200 to 1400. However, when I looked up my BMR on a couple of different sites, it was around 1400. Will I still actually lose weight if I eat my BMR? Thanks!
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Running/Exercising in cold weather
I live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, and while it doesn't get that cold here, it still gets pretty chilly. I came across this article and found it to be very useful, so I thought I'd pass it on. http://www.runtheplanet.com/trainingracing/nutrition/fuelforcold.asp
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A scale victory
Today I said goodbye to the 140s, and hello for the first time I can remember to the 130s. I am now 9.8lbs away from my goal weight and I can't even believe it! I started this journey March 1 of this year, and at that point just getting out of the 170s seemed impossible, but thanks to this site, and all of my MFP friends,…
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I know I probably shouldn't be complaining....
I finally caved and bought some new pants a few weeks ago. I went from a size 14/16 to an 8. Yeah, I guess it was time.. However, now those pants I bought just a few weeks ago are too big.... I know I should be happy about this, and I am, but man, I JUST bought these. Anyone in the Seattle area want two brand new pairs of…
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People have been asking
A lot of people have asked me what I did that was so successful. Well, here you go! For breakfast I have Special K cereal with 2% milk, and two fiber pills. Some days I have a cup of coffee too. For lunch I have either low-fat Greek yogurt with fruit and granola, or low-fat cottage cheese with fruit. For dinner I usually…
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6 Months and 30+ lbs gone (With pics)
I started this journey in March, and I am now down 33lbs. I am still 13lbs away from my goal weight, but I have noticed a huge difference in how I look. This is Feb 2011: This is me this morning: If I can do it, you can do it!
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Running & 30 Day Shred
A couple questions for those of you who ran/run and do the 30 Day Shred. I am on day 3 of level one and wanted to get a run in after the DVD. My legs told me no. I am wondering: 1) Did any of you run on days you did the DVD, and if so, did you do it right after or before, for how long and what distance? 2) Did you…
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NSV!!!
I ran and finished my first 5k today. My goal was to finish in under 40 minutes, and run at least 50% of it. I ran 95% of it, and finished in 35:48! On to the next one!
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Has any one else dealt with this?
I went to my mother's house this weekend for my dad's birthday. So far I have lost 32lbs, and yes, it is noticeable. I am wearing clothes I couldn't wear before, I have lost 7 inches off my waist, I just look leaner all around. NO ONE at my mother's house said anything. Now wait, I take that back. They all made fun of the…
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NSV!!!!
Today, I have a healthy BMI, for the first time in a long time.
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Upper to mid back pain after running...
Hey y'all... I have started experiencing mid and upper back pain after running. It's not so much pain, as tight muscles. Anyone have any stretches or things I can do to relieve/prevent this? Thanks!
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Your first 5k!
For those of you who have successfully completed a 5k, what was your time? I am about to run my first one in a couple weeks, and was hoping for a ballpark figure to aim for. Thanks everyone!
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Best investment ever!
Okay, so maybe not the best ever, but it is up there. I finally invested in a HRM, and wore it for the first time this morning, and man, what a difference it made to know EXACTLY how many calories I burned in my run. It was more than MFP had been estimating, so I haven't been eating enough! This could be why I haven't lost…
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Just a shopping FYI, I know I was excited
Champion is having a BOGO sale on their sports bras and some bottoms...I know I am going to get some stuff! http://www.championusa.com/Champion/Categories/Women-Champion/Women_ShopByCategory-Champion/Women_SportsBras-Champion.aspx
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First fitness NSV!!!
Today, when I went for my morning 1.5 mile run/walk, I RAN more than I walked! This is the first time I have run more than half of it, let alone the 80% that I ran this morning!
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Anyone use the Runkeeper app?
I have been checking out their site, I already use the app on my phone. Hoping to connect with people to run with locally. Let me know if you use it, maybe we can be running buddies AND weight loss buddies!
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How long did it take you....
to get ready for your first 5k? I recently quit smoking, and I have substituted running in its place. I went and invested in a pair of great shoes, and have been running everyday. Right now I can do about .5 to .75 miles at a time, am and working on building up to 5k. How long did it take you to build up to 5k? I want to…
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Are you hanging out in the 150s?
If so, there is a club just for you! Come post and encourage others here! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/228073-tightrope-walking-through-the-150s-club Let's all get down to the 140s together!
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This week's NSV? Post it here!
I thought I'd start off this week focusing on something positive, instead of having a case of the Mondays. So I measured myself this morning, and I had lost 5 inches off my waist! 5 inches in a month, without a lot of exercise. I was very excited about it. What's your NSV for this week? Or what are you focusing on to stay…
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Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrghhhhhhhhhhhh!
I HAVE LOST 20 POUNDS AND NO ONE HAS EVEN NOTICED!!! Not even my boyfriend has said anything. And if I had put pictures on here, all I would have gotten was you look great, even if I didn't. That is all. Thank you for letting me vent.
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Thought this was interesting
http://www.realsimple.com/health/nutrition-diet/weight-loss/busting-10-diet-myths-10000001700385/index.html
