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Just cant grasp the 1500+ calorie rule
Background – I’ve been consistently on MFP for about 5 months. Work out 3-4x a week, cardio and weights. Very religious about staying around 1200 calories. Drink TONS of water. Once a week, I’ll have a crazy cheat day (to keep my sane). I try to have my macros balanced (although I am no were near successful at it yet). I…
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Ladies & Weights... How did you start?
Ladies, Im set on starting a weight routine but have NO IDEA HOW TO START! Maybe this sounds silly - but really - i dont know where to begin. I've been to the gym a million times - ex cardio queen here - I can take a bootcamp class with the best of em, and I have had trainers - so I get it the whole concept of working out…
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Office Fantasy Football Pool - Help me win?
I work with ALL men - ALL MEN! which is generally fine. but when it comes time for football season, I NEVER win at our football pool. I always just guess using stupid nonsense logic (my bf is from chicago, so I pick them. I like the Saints logo, so I'll pick them, etc etc) :tongue: i never win - and none of the men in my…
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Body Type ~
doing some research about weight loss/diet/exercise based on body type. I have had a hellavu a time trying to lose weight, while I gain muscle/get bulky pretty freaking easy (NOT my goal). seems like adjusting my efforts to tailor them to my "body type" might be the key and after some research I think Im an endo-meso.…
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alcohol.... just like having fun or have a problem
a girlfriend of mine messaged me this weekend that she thinks she has a problem with alcohol.... that she might be an alcoholic. My response to her was, "I dont think you do.. but if YOU think you do, then we will do something about it" here's the thing... i didnt think she had a problem. We go out together all the time &…
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Alternative cardio for Intervals/HIIT/Sprints??
Hey all - My exercise routine as of late --- M,T,TH,F - weights in the AM M,TH,S,- HIIT Its been going really well & Im thrilled I've been able to stick to it --- BUT ---- today, my trainer had me doing ALL LEGS. ALL LEGS. 55min of squats, lunges, deadlifts, hamcurls, etc etc etc Usually, we do like SOME legs - while also…
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Obsessions - Lipgloss, flipflops and sweats - Oh MY
going thru the purse this morning, I had a hard time finding my keys because there were SOOO many lip glosses floating around. I am recognizing this is a problem - I am obsessed with all things Lip related :love: sticks gels gloss matte pencil stain medicated you name it - i have it - and probably quite a few To add to the…
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Not losing - is Prozac the cause
Hi all. Just for my own sanity ---- I could really use some answers from others who have been on SSRI's Was on Prozac for 3 months - gained 20lbs switched to Celexa for 5 months - no gain, no loss switched to Wellbutrin for 1 month - no loss. felt crappy. went off Im not on anything anymore - which is great - BUT.... i…
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SO wont work out ~ kinda annoyed.
SO.... Im getting married in less then 3 months. I have been busting my BUTT since we got engaged (last september) to get "fit" for the wedding/honeymoon/etc. My fiance ---- not so much. He's not fat, by any means - about 6' and 190lbs - but its all kinda, well.... not fit... if that makes sense? When we first started…
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HONEYMOON IDEAS
For August - all i require is an umbrella in my drink & a lounge chair (preferably settled in the sand) thoughts? what is everyone doing??
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Bridesmaid dress... HELP
So - synopsis... wedding is in August at a Yacht Club. Colors are Navy & White Guys will be wearing Navy Blazers with Khaki slacks & loafers (probably) I have 3 bridesmaids (one is in the photo)... this is the dress that we are thinking about... while I LOVE :love: im kinda concerned about the amount of Polka Dots... with…
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Goodbye, 30lbs... what is everyone doing to make this happen
I have been religious about my calories, been (mostly) deligent with my workouts - and the pounds are BRUTAL at coming off... would love any tips/tricks/suggestions - 30lbs isnt gonna be easy, and I want to do it the right way... what is everyone going to do - either differently or more aggressively in the next 3 months
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Can I lose 25lbs in 3 months - I only have 30 to lose total
Getting married in August - Desperate to lose (ideally 30lbs) but would be thrilled w 20. Im 5'8, 161lbs Is it realistic to think I can lose that much weight in such a short amout of time?- especially since I have been on this journey since Seprember and I have only lost like 4lbs.
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Dr. Oz’s Tangerine Weight-Orade Recipe
anyone tried this?? Dr. Oz’s Tangerine Weight-Orade Recipe For a powerful metabolism-boosting drink, try Dr. Oz’s Tangerine Weight-Orade. It contains: green tea, shown to boost metabolism 12% by drinking just one cup; tangerine, with a chemical composition that increases sensitivity to insulin and stimulates genes that…
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Today, Im blaming genetics...
Since they still havent created a sarcastic font- I will preface, that yes - I am being sarcastic - however.... I would still like to blame my genetics on my difficult weightloss journey. I am 50% Swedish (dad's side)- long line of Swedes - we women are a burly bunch (at least in my family). Everyone on my dad's side of…
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Ladies- Handlotion & Candles... whats your fave
I am in desperate need of new candles & hand/body lotion. My favorite candle (Fresh Linen) has been discontinued from Bath & Body (thanks BBW) and my Body Lotion (Milk H2O) is running low and I used to get it on sale ($24 for 24oz), they dont sell that size anymore and i cant justify paying $20 for 12oz. Whats a good solid…
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HRM on BetaBlocker - how the heck am can I measure my calori
I've been on a BetaBlocker for 12years now (atenolol)- and will be forever.... since I've taken it for so long, I always forget about it. Been curious about my calories burned via HRM/Body Bugg because it always seemed SO much lower then what MFP or even my common sense tells me. I ran 10 miles on Saturday (training for my…
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SOS! Im clearly doing this whole thing wrong... 2months, no
Status: 32 female, 5'8, 157lbs current - gained about 15lbs last year (in 2 months) when my doc put me on Prozac. I have since changed prescriptions; but havent been able to lose the weight I was between 140-145 for most of my adult life, so I know my body is good at that weight and I just want to get back to it. Getting…
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RUNNERS - Need some advice with my new running shoes!
Hey runners - HELP I just bought a new pair of running shoes - Asics, the same size/model I have had for the past 6 years Took them out for the first time this morning to "break em in" ran 3 miles and about 1/2 mile in I noticed my toes were going NUMB????? They pretty much stayed numb for the full 3 miles - my left being…
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Engagement Photos - anyone taken them?
We just booked our photographer (phew) and now scheduling Engagement Photos. Im not thrilled about the timing because I havent reached any of my fitness/weight goals yet - but I have to get them done soon. Has anyone taken their photos - were they more casual/dressy/etc? I have no idea what I want our photos to look like -…
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Marathon Training - How can I lose weight WHILE training
Hi All - this will be my 3rd marathon; which I am really excited about. BUT... with the last 2, I didnt lose a single pound. I got "leaner" but no weight was dropped. I didnt really watch what I ate; but did make sure to be really clean because I couldnt run as well when I ate crappy. HAHA. However - this time - I NEED to…
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CONFESSION - my new Guilty Pleasure ~ we've all got one, rig
CONFESSION: I am officially a TERRIBLE christmas shopper - I ended up buying something for myself last night (everyone elses gifts were covered - and marginally under budget - but thats probably not the point) Its the prettiest handbag ever & it makes me SO happy - but I dont NEED it - I just really wanted it. And now that…
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Tea - does it count as a serving of water or not?
Consensus around me: the guys in my office say "yes. but you have to drink twice as much" ... hmmm. my fiance "yes. even coke counts as water" ... hmmm. NO it doesnt, babe. Please help. HAHA. I drink a lot of green tea & other variations since its so cold outside and would LOVE for it to count towards my water servings.…
