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Sorry for my absence
Hi all, I moved back to Africa and the internet here is very slow and MFP takes FOREVER to load a page. I plan to check in when I can, but it may not be often. I am proud to have lost 2 more lbs and logging my foods has really helped me to stay aware of my intake. Once I'm back at work, the internet there may be better--…
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What advice has actually helped you?
Thin4Payton's sleep thread reminded me that I've seen it said in several articles that getting a good night's sleep can help you lose weight because your metabolism will work more effectively. I've read or skimmed a number of articles that make a lot of sweeping statements. A lot of them promise that by ADDING certain…
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Yoga calories burned
The number of calories burned given by the database here is about 200/hour for Yoga. Seems to be low. It's probably for Hatha Yoga, where you hold mountain pose for a full minute, etc. But the type I do is challenging, I sweat and my muscles are trembling and my breathing and heart rate are definitely elevated. It feels to…
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What's your plan for Christmas (or other holiday w/ food)?
Here's my plan: I'm going to eat yummy Christmas food (and be thankful). And, I'm going to rely on self-discipline to not totally blow it. I mean, one cookie decorated by my darling niece isn't going to kill me. I'm not completely ditching the diet for the day, just not counting calories but definitely watching portions.…
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Older woman determined to get fit again
Hello to all! I'm 51 and over the last 3 years have lost control of my weight and gained almost 40 lbs. I live and work in a high-stress environment and need to stay healthy and strong to deal with it better! For the last 6 months I've been exercising regularly; walking, jogging, Pilates and yoga (Yogea ArtFlow is my…
