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Cedar Point Walk of Shame
I've heard of the walk of shame at Cedar Point, when overweight people are kicked out of a long line because they do not fit into a ride seat. Sounds horrible and I'd like to avoid it. Does anyone know what rides overweight people can ride at Cedar Point?
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sewing machine recommendations?
I'd like to buy a sewing machine, under $150, for altering clothes as I lose weight. I'd appreciate hearing your recommendations!
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Goal setting-what works for you?
What has worked for you when goal setting? Do you even set goals? Of course, goals help keep us on track. However, there is a flip-side to goals that can be demotivating when you don't achieve them, even if you've been doing all the right things.
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conflicting info. re: exercising back?
I get the basic math and concept of exercising back. However, it is easy to find many respected, medically-based organizations that will advise women to eat 1200-1400 calories AND exercise 5-6 days per week without adding calories to accommodate for calories burned during exercise. So, why is there so much conflicting…
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Coney dogs-healthy recipe???
If anyone has some ideas for making coney dogs healthier, please share. Coneys are hot dogs with chili-type sauce on them.
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Women's reg. sizes-what weight did it for you?
Women, especially those 5'2"-5'4", at what weight did you cross into regular sizes from the plus sizes?
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Too soon for 30 Day Shred?
At what point is it good to include 30 Day Shred into exercise? It sounds like it may be too intense for people with a lot of weight to lose who are early in the MFP program. What do you think?
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regional goodies?
I feel like I am getting away with something when I eat cherry salsa, 10 cal./tablespoon. For anyone outside of Michigan, the idea of cherry salsa may not sound appealing, but once you try it, you're hooked. Anyway, this has me wondering if there's something in your area that the locals really like with a friendly calorie…
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Tell us about Onderland!
Are you finally under the 200 lb. mark after being over it for years? Please tell those of us striving for this important goal about all the big and little things that make hitting the Onderland goal so great.
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Does your job make you eat?
Especially in this economy, I know a lot of us are dealing with job-related stress. Any tips for calming down without using food as a treat?
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Favorite non-weight bearing exercises?
What are your favorite non-weight bearing exercises? I have ankle problems and don't want to use them as "poor me" excuse to avoid exercise.
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dreading doctor visit
I am dreading going to the doctor tomorrow. I have an ongoing sore ankle issue that prevents me from walking for exercise and need to get it checked out. The doctor, who I haven't met, treats professional athletes in our area. I feel so ashamed to see him. I am just an obese person who would love to lose weight and run a…
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Spices used for barbeque potato chips?
One my one weaknesses is barbequed potato chips. Does anyone have an idea of the spices used for barbequed potato chips so I can sprinkle the spices on healthy vegetables?
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"Tomorrow I'll be better" bad cycle
Back into a bad cycle of "tomorrow I'll be better". You guessed it, I'm at about a week of "tomorrows" and getting worried. MFPals, what have you done to break through these get back on track?
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Exercise ideas when ankle is hurt?
Hi, My ankle is hurt and I am not supposed to do weight bearing exercises. I'd be grateful to hear MFP tips to burn calories while I am healing.
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Middle Age Excuses
Hello-I've heard good things about how nice all of you are. I am in my early 50s and need to lose 100 lbs. Mentally, I feel much younger. Physically, I feel much older. I've used my middle age as an excuse for high blood pressure, low energy and backaches after simple tasks like grocery shopping. I'd really appreciate…
