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Which treadmill do I get for home workouts? Nordictrack or ??
Looking to get a treadmill for home workouts. Im trying to get my health and fitness back on track again this next year. I first started on this platform back in March of 2011 weighing in at 214 lbs. I got to a weight of 128 lbs, but hovered steady around 135 lbs for a couple years. Fast forward to 2016-2019 where I did…
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Back again after two twin surrogate pregnancies! :P
Hello :) Im trying to get my health and fitness back on track again this next year. I first started on this platform back in March of 2011 weighing in at 214 lbs. I got to a weight of 128 lbs, but hovered steady around 135 lbs for a couple years. Fast forward to 2016-2019 where I did two twin pregnancy surrogacies back to…
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Its been a minute! Needing motivation and inspiration :)
Its been a minute....ha ha :P I havent been active on here for a few years...so thought it was time for a re introduction! Anyways...trying to get inspired and motivated...I was a surrogate and delivered twins last August(2017)...I had a healthy pregnancy...and lost weight quickly after...but have plateaued. Currently…
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Any tattooed/pierced Mamas out there wanting to add to their friends? :P :) Looking for my "tribe"
Hey all, Trying to get back on track to lose this stubborn 15 lbs! :blush: Im open to all peeps..But wondering if there are other tattooed/pierced mamas out there? <3 Add me :) I just joined a gym and went this morning for the first time ever! I have pretty intense social anxiety....but I "survived"...ha ha...and actually…
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What are your fav brands for cold weather walks/running?
Im freezing ha ha :P I need to buy some things so I can leave the house. Please share your fav cold weather clothing brands! Links would be amazing ;)
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Any Pitbull owners? :) Rescued a 6 wk old deaf puppy <3 Advice?
Hello peeps, So my family rescued a tiny 6 week old deaf pit puppy. I have no idea how to train a deaf puppy....I have had pitbulls when I was growing up..But this is the first pit for my hubby, and kiddos. Our kiddos are 12,11,9, and 7 yrs old. We also have a 2 yr old Boston Terrier/French Bulldog. Help me Find out how to…
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Need yummy Gluten/Dairy free LENTIL recipes! :)
Im wanting to add lentils to my menu...I've never had them...lol..So I need some yummy suggestions. They have to be gluten and dairy free also ;)
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Whats your fav low calorie dip for veggies?
Im looking for a yummy dip(or a couple!) thats low calorie!I need something i can dip veggies in:)What's your fav?
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Does water with Crystal Light count as water intake?
i bought some Crystal Light Pure..and added it to my water...does that count towards my water intake?:)
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"Almost Done" success story From sz (tight) 16 to a sz 4!
Ok I guess its about time to post a "Almost Done" success story :)I started over 200 lbs. I still plan on trying to get under 140 lbs...We will see what happens...But today I fit into a sz 4!! That is a reason to celebrate :laugh: After losing a few lbs..around 183 lbs: Almost Done 143.8 lbs...in a sz 4! Side pic...my tee…
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Trouble with Polar FT4...Help!
So Ive had my Polar FT4 for a little over a year. I started having trouble with it about a month ago. It would read error "Check heart rate transmitter"....Ive replaced the battery in the transmitter, adjusted the strap, and used a microfiber cloth to "clean" the sensors. I am at a loss of what to do next? Its discouraging…
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The last 10 lbs! What do I have to do??? LOL ;)
So Im really holding on to the last 10 or so lbs....Im stuck at 149-150 lbs...I'd love to get to 140 lbs....I started tracking calories,and exercising (again) about 2 weeks ago....I "power" walk for approx 30-45 min a day, do about and hr of hard yard work a day ( clearing TONS of Juniper bushes)...and approx 15 minutes of…
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Post your "mummy tummy" before/after! I need encouragement
I'm close to my first goal weight...We will see how I feel when I get there...But I still have quite a bit of "loose" skin, ugly stretch marks, etc...Im hoping some ladies will share their "before/after" mummy tummy pics! I know not to expect "perfection" (in societies eyes)...But I'm hoping for my tummy to be better than…
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Body acceptance?..Lost weight..Still see the "old me"..
I've lost over 60 lbs now. Im just wondering if there are other out there that struggle with body acceptance? I've never had good body image..I had my first child at 18, and got a zillion stretch marks...then had 3 more kiddos ( no new stretch marks,lol...got enough with the first!)...Anywhoo...Now that my body is a lot…
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If not crunches/ETC...Then what?
So I do lots of ab "exercises'...different variations of crunches,leg lifts,etc....My husband's physical therapist said that is the worst thing you could do for your abs???? She said it will actually make your "pooch" stick out more??:huh: Is this true? If yes...Then what in the world should I be doing instead?:ohwell: I…
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Paleo lunch ideas?
Im looking for paleo lunch ideas (that can be packed and taken to work for my husband also)....I already eat gluten and dairy free as it is....due to being intolerant to gluten, and dairy products. I also avoid fried foods due to it causing nausea. So any ideas??:bigsmile: Im trying to menu plan our week...so we dont have…
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Does anyone have this treadmill? Pros....Cons?
Im looking to buy a treadmill...And they have this one on clearance at my local Walmart...Is this a good starter? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Weslo-Cadence-G-5.9-Treadmill/14972088
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Where do you all get fish locally? That isnt nasty :P
I want to use more fish in our diet...but a lot of the fish I see in stores is nasty looking, doesnt smell or look fresh, etc....It is keeping me from buying it...We live in southern Oregon....so we dont have access to "fresh" ocean fish. Do you buy frozen fish? We try to eat pretty simple on the "food chain"...as…
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Extreme tailbone pain
So I'm wanting to get back into exercising regularly. But for the last 1 1/2 months Ive been having extreme tailbone pain. It started after a long road trip to Seattle and back( from southern Oregon). I went to the Dr about 2 weeks ago...And after "feeling" my tailbone for like 2 seconds he said it was…
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Where can I buy a caliper locally?
I'm wanting to get a caliper, and will be out running errands later. Can I find one locally? Or will I have to order one online?
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Whats your fav workout clothing brand?
I'm looking to expand my workout clothing. I just went down a size. I usually buy Tek Gear from Kohls. But just wondering if there are others out there I should look into :) Im just getting into lifting. I like to walk (trying to get started running). I use a recumbent bike. I also use a punching bag for cardio....lol..Ok…
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What kinds of tea do you drink??:)
Its been awhile!lol...but Im ready to get back on track..I need to cut out flavored sugary drinks(Vitamin Water,Gatorade,etc,etc)..but dont want to go back on Crystal light either due to the artificial sweeteners ;) What teas do you peeps drink during the day?Do you sweeten it?
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Going to start Crossfit..how many calories should i eat/etc?
Hey peeps...So Im going to start Crossfit next week...I plan on starting at home...and after a month or so maybe joining a class:) Anywhoo...How many calories should i be eating? What did you eat? LOL...yes lots of questions..Like how much protein,what kinda fruits,and veggies,grains,etc? FYI... Im gluten and dairy free if…
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What skin firming/stretch mark cream/lotion etc do U use?
I need to find a skin firming or stretch mark..or both cream or lotion! What do you use?? :)I am not expecting a miracle...just some help...lol..I want something that does make some difference...so give me your favs ;)
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What to do with beets??
So a friend gave me 4 beets from her garden...I have NO idea what to do with them...lol...I havent had a beet since I was a child...lol...Any good/yummy ideas??:)
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Whats your FAV soup recipe!!!:)
Im looking into adding soup to our menu:) Please share some of your favs;)
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14 lbs down since April 25th!:) finally seeing a difference
Ive been back on the weight loss "bandwagon" since April 25th.I also lost 14 more lbs!:) I feel like Im finally seeing a visual difference Also put together my new recumbent bike today!And my weight bench is finally in...so I go pick it up tomoroow!!:) oh well here's the direct link...lol…
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Need seasoning ideas that arent salt!
So Im really trying to watch my sodium intake...and need some low sodium(yummy) seasonings ideas for: burger stir fry,etc quinoa
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Lost 10.2 lbs since April 25th!(less than 1 month)
So I felt like I was not moving as quickly as I wanted...But in reality 10.2 lbs in less than 1 month is really awesome and Im thankful! I plan on losing 20 lbs more by the end of July:) So please be kind..pics of stretch marked mommy belly(4 kids will do that to you;P But it is getting better!And this motivates me to keep…
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Please Share Before/Afters from doing NROLFW ? :)
So I would love to see all your Before/Afters from doing "The New Rules Of Lifting For Women" ! ;) Im going to start the program in June..and I want some "visual motivation"..lol..thanx! <3
