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Any cyclists have this problem?
I'm fairly new to cycling but lately I've noticed that my pinkies have been hurting really bad. Do you think maybe I'm holding the handlebars wrong? I have a road bike and I typically stay in position 2 - I just don't feel comfortable with my hands all the way out by the gears (position 3) and I don't feel that position 1…
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Lose 10 lbs in September Challenge
So here's the scoop... Several of us have been participating in a monthly challenge to lose 10 lbs (10 lbs each month!) and since August is nearing its end, it's time to get ready for September!! If you want to strive to lose 10 lbs in the month of September and participate in some FUN mini-challenges, message me your…
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Question for Other Runners
Okay, runners, I'm currently training for my first 10K and have developed a training plan modeled from one that I got from an actual running coach - just want a second opinion on a few things. I plan on running 3 miles on Tues/Thurs of each week as my shorter runs, as well as doing some cross training/strength training on…
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What's your most recent NSV?
Today I dropped off my wedding ring to be down-sized and I've lost an entire ring size! :happy:
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SV & NSV!
So today when I weighed myself I was at 231.5 - that's 50.7 pounds down from where I was at the beginning of the year. SO....I decided I'd treat myself with a nice new top that I could wear to work since a lot of mine are too big now. Here's what I got: I found it at Maurices (favorite store EVER!) and the NSV part of this…
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Progress Pics - 50ish lbs down!
The first picture is me at my heaviest (around 290#) - I'm the one in the middle. The second picture is from yesterday at 234#. I know they're just head shots, but I'm pretty sure I almost barfed when I saw the first one. :tongue: after my college graduation in December 2009 (not good at taking pictures of myself...)
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Orange and Dill Pan-Seared Tuna - 190 calories!
So I bought a new cookbook the other day from Betty Crocker called "The 300 Calorie Cook Book". I didn't know anything by Betty Crocker could be 300 calories or less! Anyway, I've had several requests from friends to post about recipes from this book, so the one I'm going to try tonight is the orange and dill pan-seared…
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Lose 10 lbs in August Challenge (Part 2)
Fear not, August challengers! We will continue our thread even if they limit us to 500 posts per thread!! :drinker:
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Soy or Whey?
I drink protein shakes on a regular basis but have always used the Body Fortress super advanced whey protein from Wal-Mart (mainly because it's cheap and doesn't taste nasty). My trainer suggested NOW Sports soy protein powder because she said a lot of the cheaper ones are just that - cheap, and not really that good for…
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Kale
So I tried making kale chips and I wasn't super impressed. Now I have 3/4 of a bunch of kale and have no idea what to do with it. Suggestions??
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It's the little things that count...
Went to HR today for a United Way meeting and some of the girls at the front (who hadn't seen me for a few months) halfway jokingly told me I was going to need to get a new name badge before too long because I was starting to not look like mine. :smile: What little victories have you celebrated lately?
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Need Spinach Ideas!!
So I have a crap-ton of fresh spinach in my fridge and I want to do something with it before it starts getting all gross...anyone have any good spinach ideas? Can I freeze it? Can I boil it down like the canned stuff? HELP!
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Juicing
So I just watched "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead" last night and am very intrigued by the whole juicing idea. My questions are: do you juice, WHY do you juice, what pros/cons have you found in juicing, what kind of juicer do you have/what do you recommend, and do you have any favorite juice recipes? Also - if you have any…
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Is it really okay?
So...it's almost 8pm and I haven't worked out today (and really don't plan on it) but I'm over on my calories by about 1,500. Yeah...I know...that's a lot. Anyway, not making excuses, but we had birthday treat day at work today, so for "breakfast" I had a brownie, a normal sized piece of lemon cake (nothing huge), a scoop…
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Cardio Workout Freebie!
So...I have a friend that is training with Twin Fitness out of Kansas City for a fitness competition this October. She gave me a copy of one of her cardio workouts and since my running buddy is out of commission due to surgery and it's about a million degrees outside anyway, I think I'm going to try this treadmill workout…
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Unsupportive Significant Others
So I got married about 4.5 years ago and while we were dating he was one of the nicest, sweetest people. Then we said "I do" and a switch flipped and he gradually started becoming a major douche bag. Here in the last few months is has become progressively worse to where I can hardly stand being around him because he's so…
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Goals and Rewards
Just curious as to what everyone else's goals/rewards are. Here's mine for now: First 10K - November 2011 - New running shoes ONEderland - December 2011 - Spa day Goal Weight of 170 - First half of 2012 - New DL and a meaningful tattoo (will then re-evaluate weight goals) First Half Marathon - April 2012 - New bike First…
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Calling all Zumba junkies...
If you watch the news at all, I'm sure you've seen the devastation in Joplin, MO...my home. If not...google it. Anyway, if you would like to help with relief efforts, I encourage you to try hosting a zumbathon to raise funds to help my community. Please message me if you think you may be able to help!
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Shrinking Fingers - What to do?
So my wedding ring and the other ring that my husband gave me back when we were dating are now both WAY too big. I'm not even close to my goal weight so I don't want to have them re-sized yet, but I don't just want to not wear them. I've tried the clear ring spacers that you can get at Wal-Mart, but I've already lost both…
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Dreams
"Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true." -Leon J. Suenes What are my dreams? I dream of being under 200 lbs as an adult. I dream of running a marathon. I dream of competing in a triathlon. I dream of going in to any store of my choosing and being able to find a size I can…
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How do you deal with depression?
I need some help. Generally I'm a pretty happy/content person but I'm going through a very emotional time right now and am afraid it's going to affect my weight loss progress. I'm almost to 25 lbs lost and still have a long way to go and don't want to hinder that. I'm not an emotional eater, but all I really feel like…
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NSV Message from Co-Worker
I received this e-mail from a co-worker that works in another department today: Hey Girl! I just saw you walking outside and just wanted to let you know….. YOU ARE LOOKING GREAT!!!!! WHATEVER YOUR DOING, KEEP IT UP!! I lost 30 pounds before the meltdown started but haven’t had any luck since. I won’t give up though.…
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Anyone use quinoa?
I bought some quinoa the other day because my new cookbook had a few recipes that called for it. I'm definitely open to more recipes/cooking tips, though!
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How do YOU stay motivated?
Just curious as to what you do to make yourself work out on the days you just don't want to. I'm feeling perfectly fine and still have plenty of time to get a work out in today...just don't really want to. However, I'm training for a 5K so I AM going to because my 5K is in 2 weeks and I definitely don't want to get off…
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What's your favorite P90X video?
So I have all 12 of the P90X videos but I'm not following any of the plans he gives because I don't always have that much time, I don't own all of the necessary equipment, and I'm just not physically capable of that much yet. I did the Kenpo X video a few nights ago and LOVED it but I wanted to try a different one today…
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Stir Fry Questions...
Anybody know anything about seasoning a wok? I got one for Christmas but have continued to make stir fry in a pan because I never seasoned my wok. I just want to make sure I'm doing it right before I tear up my pan!!
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Need Friends!! (Especially if you're close to Joplin!)
Hey all! I'm new to MFP but super excited about what I've seen so far. I had a friend at work talk about it and so I figured I would check it out and so far I love it! However...I don't have any friends!! I'm all about hearing other peoples' success stories and getting through all the blood, sweat, and tears together. I'm…
