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Plus size yoga DVD
What plus size yoga DVD's do you like? I'm not sure if I should order Megayoga, Peggy Cappy, or Just My Size.
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Cabbage-beyond soup and slaw
Cabbage is so cheap! What are some ways to cook with cabbage that aren't slaw or soup?
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Big Breasts!!!!! To all my busty ladies.....
Being busty and exercising is hard!! Not only is hard to find bras that actually support, but I get crazy boob sweat!! I discovered that by putting deodorant under my breasts before I work out, I eliminate chafing and minimize the underboob sweat! I want to share this tip to all my zoftic girls out there!! This is also a…
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iPod armband for large arms
My husband needs an armband for ipod, but the generic one he bought does not fit around his arm! Where do you buy an extra large armband?
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What MFP member has truly inspired you?
I've been on MFP since May and it has been instrumental to my weight loss. There have been people that have come and gone and then we have those "friends" that are always there! They are always motivating us, pushing us, and congratulating us. Let's recognize them in this thread and thank them for their dedication! Jzim…
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Has anyone tried hypnosis or accupuncture to get rid of food
I am really struggling with food addiction. I tell myself everyday that I want to change and do right by my body, but I find myself always craving and caving in to foods that will not love me back!! On a personal note, I attend weekly therapy to address my emotional concerns and my relationship with food, but I've been…
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Can you describe C25K for me?
I'm thinking about doing it, but I'm not much of a runner at all. Can you tell me your struggles and successes with this program? How does it work and what have your results been?
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Low carb breakfast that's not eggs, yogurt, or a protein sha
I've been eating low carb for about 140 days and am getting sick of my egg dishes, greek yogurts, and different plays on protein shakes. Does anyone have some other low carb breakfast ideas?? Thanks!
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What are your food allergies?
What are your food allergies? Do they keep you from eating the way you should? I'm allergic to apples, peaches, pears, plums, figs, apricots, cherries, and almonds! My allergist said because I was so allergic to tree pollen, my body thinks I'm eating pollen when I eat a fruit or nut from a tree that has a pit! It sure…
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Women....Period Tracker App??
Does anyone use the Period Tracker app for iphone? I like the look of it, but I'm not sure if it is worth the money.
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Lost my mojo......
I started seeing a nutritionist the day after Easter and have been logging into MFP since then. I lost just under 25lbs, but have lost my motivation! I look in the mirror and I know I have to lose more, but I lost my mojo! I still need to lose about 50 lbs!!! What has helped you all when you started to revert back to your…
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Going to an all inclusive Carribbean resort tomorrow...any a
My hubby and I are off to celebrate our 1 year anniversary at an all inclusive resort tomorrow! We like to get our drink on and I want to enjoy myself, but I don't want to undo all the good that I've done (down almost 25 lbs). Any suggestions?:happy:
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home remedy for sinus pressure?
so last week, my throat was sore and i went to the dr. i told her my allergies had been acting up and maybe it led to a sinus infection. she gave me "z-pack" and a nasal spray. i finished the "z-pack", but i feel the worst sinus pressure i've ever felt and my face looks a little swollen on one side! my hubby and i leave…
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I need a good(but healthy) birthday dessert idea!
My mother's birthday is tomorrow and we're all being cautious of what we're eating. Any good healthy, but celebratory desserts out there? I was thinking angel food cake, but I wanted to do something different! Thanks!
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What's your favorite protein bar?
I've been eating "Think Thin" bars and "Powercrunch", but what is everyone else eating?:smile:
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Ice cream lovers-rejoice!!!
I ate "Arctic Zero" today and it was amazing!! It is an "ice cream" product. I mixed 1/2 cup with 1/2 tablspoon of melted peanut butter and I felt like I was at Dairy Queen!! I bought it at my local health food store and it was worth every penny! I would highly recommend it to anyone who has an ice cream craving, but…
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Caught with my pants down....NSV!!!
I started my journey in late April, weighing in at 214 lbs. I was just squeezing into my size 20 pants (I'm only 5 feet tall). I am down 19 lbs...which doesn't sound like much, but it's a big deal for me! Today, I was at my mother's house and was trying to reach something high. I had to jump to reach it and when I jumped,…
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Low Carb Anchovy Dish??????
I am looking for a non-pasta anchovy dish. I am eating low carb and have a jar of anchovies in my pantry that I'd love to use, but I don't know what to make!!! Does anyone have a good recipe?
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What exercises can you do with a foot injury?
So last year I had a bone contusion in my foot that had me in a cam walker up to my knee for 5 months. I didn't do much excersizing during that time. Last night I tripped on a step and aggravated the injury again! I iced it and wrapped it but it doesn't feel good. What exercises have worked for all my MFP's when you have a…
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Do you log your gum and breath mints?
Do you log your gum and breath mints or are they are free?
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weight loss talk show-coming soon
Did anyone else hear that ABC is doing casting calls if you need to lose 50 lbs or more? The put you on the show, give you a trainer, and a nutrition plan! Casting calls are in NYC, LA, and Detroit! I have a wedding to go to on the casting call day, otherwise I might have applied! I don't think I'm allowed to post the link…
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A Whole Lot of Haters!
Hello MFP friends! I was reading a post that was supposed to be a success story and everyone rained on the girl's parade because they thought she was unhealthy. She wasn't asking for advice! Let's revert back to childhood here...."If you don' t have anything nice to say, then don't say anything at all." Let's make a…
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Too fat to get pregnant...anyone else out there?
I feel so mad at myself for getting too big to think about getting pregnant. All my life, I wanted to have a family. As a kid, I daydreamed about the kind of mini van I would buy to fit my enourmous family in. I got married last summer and my hubby and I can't even try to get pregnant because my BMI is 39, I'm just over…
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Constructive Criticism
Can you all look at my food/exercise diary and tell me if there is something I should be doing differently??? I feel like I'm doing everything right, but my weight loss is still kind of slow. I'm losing between .5 and 1.5 per week. I know that is normal weight loss, but I feel like I'm doing things right and it should be…
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Embarrassing problem...inner thigh pimples from working out
Is anyone else having this problem? I'm working out at least 6 times a week and I'm getting these pimples on my inner thighs that can get kind of painful. What should I do? Tighter workout pants? Baby powder?
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Too fat to get pregnant...anyone else out there?
I feel so mad at myself for getting too big to think about getting pregnant. All my life, I wanted to have a family. As a kid, I daydreamed about the kind of mini van I would buy to fit my enourmous family in. I got married last summer and my hubby and I can't even try to get pregnant because my BMI is 39, I'm just over…
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Going to the Melting Pot tonight...help!
I am having dinner at the Melting Pot tonight for a bachelorette party. They have decided to do the Cheese and Chocolate Fondue to keep the price down for everyone. I'm allergic to apples,so I can't just eat those. Does anyone have any advice???
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Safe pregnancy weight
My husband and I are not pregnant yet, but we want to start trying soon. I want to know what is a good weight to begin trying. My long term goal is to lose 74 lbs to be at the best weight for my height. I am 5 feet flat and currently 201.9 lbs. My Obgyn recommended a 20 lb loss would be safer for pregnancy. I know that a…
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testosterone and prohormones
Someone I am very close to is taking testosterone supplements in addition to several other products that claim to give you more muscle alongside your workout routine. This person has been angry and looks strung out. His personal life has gone to s**t in the past month and he has been taking these supplements for 3-4 weeks.…
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CPAP users & sleep apnea
I recently found out that I have sleep apnea and it could very well be one of the reasons I have had a difficult time losing weight. I did the sleep studies, got fitted with the mask, but I'M SO UNCOMFORTABLE! My nose gets itchy, I don't like the pressure feeling, I'm a stomach sleeper and it's just not comfortable. What…
