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What do You Do for a Living?
I thought it would be interesting to see what others did for a living and how it impacts their workout routine/diet. I am a legal secretary for a large law firm, lots of stress and last-minute deadlines. I just began working out and it will be in the mornings after I get up. I sit at a desk all day and it is hard not to…
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Good Veggie Burger Recipe?
Does anyone have a tried and true veggie burger recipe? One that you can change and add different veggies, like a base recipe? I have a martha Stewart one that looks good, and a knockoff Morningstar Gardenburger one. Thanks in advance. I want to make a big batch this weekend and freeze them.
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Angel Food Boxes
About 2 years ago, I found Angel Food ministries and they sell boxes of food, enought to feed a family of 4 for a week. I tried it, and was unimpressed, especially with the meats which were spongy, like they were injected with something. Now, it looks like they have expanded their offerings to include a fruit & veggie box.…
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Low Sodium=Insanity
This was on my local news. Similar to the "Twinkie Defense". MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich. -- A Michigan man accused of fatally stabbing his mother after she refused to give him money for drugs is expected to claim temporary insanity due to low sodium at his murder trial. Court-appointed lawyer Timothy Kohler said Tuesday that…
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Hungry Girl??
I am not a fan of Hungry Girl (too many processed ingredients) but I saw her make 2 things that I would like to know if anyone has made them and how they turned out: Brownie muffins: using 1 box cake mix and a can of pumpkin, mix and put into cupcake papers and bake. Butternut Squash Fries: cut butternut squash into fry…
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Working Out Enough?
I am new to working out, and currently I am doing 30 Day Shred and Kettlebell Bombshell. I try to work out 5x a week, but sometimes I am only donig 3-4 times a week due to migraines and just plain tiredness. My plan is: Mon: kettlebell lower body Tues: 30 DS Wed: kettlebell upper body Thurs: 30 DS Fri: kettlebell circuit…
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Slow Cooker Coconut Curry
Slow Cooker Coconut Curry This is a great quick dish to throw together. I made this when I was recovering from a migraine so the ingredients are minimal, but see my notes on some other ideas. You can really reduce the calories and fat by using lite coconut milk and reduce the sodium by using dried chickpeas that have…
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Egg Muffins-Portable Omlettes?
I am looking for a portable breakfast to take to work. I don't eat until I get to work, about 4 hours after I wake. Does anyone have good recipes for eggs in muffin cups? Do they freeze well and heat up well? I thought that would be a perfect size for breakfast. Some of the items I have on hand are: eggs, whole grain…
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Hobbies
I was wondering what other hobbies you enjoy during your free time. I knit, shoot handguns, do some mixed media art journaling, cook and play with my cats.
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HIIT/Firm Express
I have read about HIIT workouts on MFP, and recently saw an infomercial for The Firm Express http://www.firmexpress.com/?gcid=S12579x100&keyword=firm express&gclid=CMfDgJ23sqgCFUhrKgoddmEvEg Is the Firm Express equivalent to an HIIT workout? Has anyone tried the Firm Express? TIA
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I Gained a Lot!!!!!!!!!
Since being on MFP for about a month, I wanted to share what I have gained (in a good way): knowledge support motivation friends better habits better self-esteem I love MFP'ers!!!!!!!!! :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:
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Story on CNN
http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/04/22/weight.loss.anita.mills/index.html?hpt=C2
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My Boss is Evil
I walked into the breakroom and saw him putting French Vanilla Creamer in his coffee. I just gave it up!!! I even stopped using the sugar free because it tastes strange to me. Giving it up has not been too hard on me, and it's only been 2 days. I thought about keepoing a small bottle of the creamer for the weekends as a…
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And There Goes My Exercise Calories
I drank a cup of chocolate milk after my workout, and it took up my extra calories given to me because I worked out :sad:
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Strength/Cardio: What Burns More?
I just finished 30 minutes of a kettlebell workout. It is strength and cardio with the emphasis on strength. My muscles are fatigued, unlike when I do the 30 Day Shred, which is more exhausting. I listed the kettlebell workout under "circuit training" and want to make sure the calories burned are accurate. Anyone know if…
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Book Recommendations?
I was looking at Jillian Michael's Making the Cut or The Mediterranean Prescription Diet books. Does anyone have either of these or have a book on fitness/nutrition with recipes that you recommend?
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Best Practical Joke Ever
So my sister just got a tattoo in another language. She calls her husband "pants" (smarty-pants, cutie-pants, etc.) so she got the word "pants" in Latvian tattooed on her arm as a surprise for him for their anniversary. Our family is Latvian but only my mother speaks it, and she is a bit rusty since she does not have…
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Exercise Suggestions?
I am doing the 30 day Shred 3-4 times per week, and try to walk when the weather is nice on the weekends. This weekend it is supposed to rain all weekend long. What are some other ways I can work out? The only equipment I have is a mini-stepper (not very good). There is a community center near me that has a walking track,…
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Fat and Fit Article
Interesting article on MSN http://fitbie.msn.com/lose-weight/tips/can-you-be-fit-and-fat?GT1=50005 My step-sister is thin, but has the bone density of a 80-year old (she is 43).
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So, Where Does It Go??
This may be a strange question, but where does the weight go when you lose it (fat or muscle weight)? Does it just shrink? Melt? I guess I never thought about this before.
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What Foods Did You Eat Growing Up?
I thought it would be interesting to see how we got our "food start" in life by sharing what foods we ate while growing up. Me: No junk food, no soda, only natural peanut butter, no white bread,no Ding Dongs or Fritos, and the only cereals we could have were Raisin Bran, Cheerios or Malt-O-Meal. Once in a while my mom…
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Kettlebell Bombshell
I just read the post, "The Final Nail in the Cardio Coffin" here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/213976--the-final-nail-in-the-cardio-coffin I have been eyeing up purchasing Kettlebell Bombshell http://www.kettlebellbombshell.com/ I think this would help me out. I am doing 30DS 3-4 days a week, and on the weekend…
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What's for Dinner?
Dinner tonight: gnocchi with chicken, zucchini, red peppers, garlic and a small amount of Alfredo thinned with chicken broth. Maybe not the best, but everything is non-processed and I am big on that.
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Small Motivator
I want to start the Couch to 5K and found the perfect water bottle, Hello Kitty!!! It is a small thing that motivates me to get out there!!
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iPod Downloads?
I have an iPod Nano and would like to know what video podcasts or downloads are out there for fitness and exercise. I have some yoga episodes and recently downloaded the Couch to 5K Week 1, but I am having a hard time finding anything useful. I can't use apps, as my iPod only plays music and video. Thanks!
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Adding Yoga, Need Suggestions
I am currently doing the 30 Day Shred (on day 5, level 1) and want to possibly incorporate some yoga into my routine. Any recommendatins on yoga DVDs? I see Jillian has one. I want more flexibility so I though youga would be great.
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Embarassing...
So I am on week 2 of MFP, and week 1 of doing the 30 Day Shred. This week, I have had horrible gas starting mid-morning and lasting for the rest of the day. No pains, just really bad, very smelly gas. I work in an open cubicle area and can't keep spraying perfume or running to the bathroom every few minutes. I thought it…
