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Calling All TURTLES.....
Remember the story of the turtle and the hare? Well, my name is Brenda....and I am a TURTLE....at least when it comes to losing weight! I posted a blog this morning about my "accepance" of my status as a turtle. Here's the link: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/brendalyne This past weekend....as I was about to tear my hair…
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10 Ideas to Get You Exercising.......
I found a link that I thought was definitely worth sharing. I copied the information below for you. If you are interested in knowing where I found it - here it is: http://www.diet-blog.com/07/10_ideas_to_get_you_exercising.php Here are 10 different ideas or techniques to help you pursue a lifetime of health and fitness.…
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Water, Water, Water!
I've been trying to figure out a way to encourage my MPF peeps to drink more water without sounding like some sort of "Water Police". :laugh: I know there's lots of reasons to drink water - not just to aid weight loss. So I googled it and came up with this site: http://www.allaboutwater.org/drink-water.html I decided that…
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First Mini-Goal NSV!
I DID IT! I made it to my first mini-goal for myself today. I am wearing a pair of dress pants, with a t-shirt tucked in, and a belt.....and that's it! No "baggy shirt or sweater over it covering a big ole muffin top. I can not remember the last time I wore a shirt tucked in with a belt. It's been YEARS! I am still on this…
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Fast Food
My daughter told me about a documentary she'd seen called Super Size Me. So, if you want to know what would happen if you ate nothing but fast food for an entire month, check out this out. Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock does just that and embarks on the most perilous journey of his life. The rules? For 30 days he can't eat or…
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Total Gym?
I am considering buying a Total Gym . I can get a used XL version on Amazon for $399. If you have one I'd be interested in hearing from you....what do you think? On a scale of 1 (hate it) to 10 (love it) how would you rate it? THANKS!
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Basic Hummus
I used to make hummus for my vegetarian son, but stopped when he moved out (about 8 years ago)! I decided tonight that it was time to making my own once start again! Basic Hummus: 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt (I used greek yogurt) 2 T. lemon juice 3 garlic…
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YEAH!
I made it to ONEderland this week! And I plan on taking up permanent residency here.....no more visits to the land of TWO! I also was able to wear a pair of jeans yesterday that I haven't worn for more than a year. I'M SO HAPPY! Onward march to 180 land......happy dance! :happy:
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My healthy chocolate fix (64 calories)
I was craving chocolate tonight and came up with this healthy chocolate fix. Mix together (in this order): 15 oz. container of lowfat ricotta cheese 3 T. cocoa powder 7 packets stevia 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup unsweetened greek yogurt. 2 T. unsweetened almond milk if you want a thinner "concoction" Feel free to…
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Shepard's Pie
I have a WW cookbook and tried a Shepard's Pie recipe that was AWESOME. It serves 4 - very generous serviings - and only 327 calories per serving. The recipe is kind of lenghtly, so it can appear a little intimidating, but it is well worth the effort. FYI - I used instant potatoes (3 servings) to cut out a couple of steps…
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Quinoa favs?
I bought some but haven't made any yet. What's your favorite way to prepare quinoa?
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Celebrating an anniversary
My husband and I are celebrating our first anniversary tonight. (Our actual anniversary is tomorrow.) I plan on enjoying a healthy meal at a nice restaurant with the man I love and our best friends. I've been thinking about how to deal with eating at a new restaurant (no on-line menu). I want to enjoy the meal, but I don't…
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Strength Training Suggestions
I know I need to do some strength training. I have the weights, the mat, the books, etc, but to be frank, I would rather do twice the cardio and skip the rest! Any one have suggestions on ways to make strength training more "fun"....or interesting? How did you get motivated to do the strength training. If you like it, I'd…
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Here I Go!
I decided that it's time to introduce myself. I started using MFP simply as a means to keep track of calories using the app on my phone. Then I started checking out the message boards, and have found inspiration. So to all of you - thank you! I'm the typical yo-yo dieter. I've gained and lost so much weight over the year.…
