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Eat only fruit, vegetables, and lean protein
Since January I've been participating a boot camp class 5 days/week, and it's fantastic! I've seen wonderful results getting toned up and losing fat - lost 20 lbs, 6% body fat, and many inches during that time. Right now my weight is lower than it has ever been in my adult life (actually I weigh less now than I did in…
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Kimberly Snyder - Beauty Detox - Glowing Green Smoothie
Have any of you read it? Any of you follow her advice? I've just started reading it, and I'm curious to hear from people who actually eat like she suggests. Thanks! :flowerforyou: http://kimberlysnyder.net/blog/ http://kimberlysnyder.net/blog/the-beauty-detox-solution/ http://kimberlysnyder.net/blog/ggs/
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stress fracture anyone?
I'm going to the doctor next Friday, but I'm pretty sure I have a stress fracture on the inside of my ankle. What exercises can I do between now and then and not aggravate it more? Is walking/hiking okay?
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Starting INSANITY Monday 12/30/2013
Anyone else? :flowerforyou: I'm not new to working out - I've been doing boot camp and long distance running for a few years now, but I've regained about 10-15 lbs that need to go! This will be my first time doing Insanity, and I'm super excited! :bigsmile:
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Doing my meal planning for next week...
...and looking for new ideas. What's your favorite go-to recipe on week nights? :flowerforyou:
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Is Shakeology a multivitamin replacement?
I'm curious about Shakeology. Does it have enough vitamins and minerals in it that I could stop taking a multivitamin?
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Just bought Insanity!!
I ordered Insanity this weekend - can't wait for it to arrive! Too bad I'm leaving town for a week for Christmas...I'm SO ready to begin! I plan to start on Dec. 29th, if anyone wants to join!! :bigsmile:
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lmr9's September Fresh Start Updates
Hi everyone! :flowerforyou: I’m Lisa – a 35 year old woman, standing 5 feet 11 inches tall, married w/out kids, currently loving life in Denver, CO, clean eater, runner, and wannabe yogi who wants to lose a few pounds this month. I have no problems getting my exercise in. I’m training for a half marathon, so I’m burning…
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What GPS watch/HRM to you use?
I have a Polar HRM now, but want to upgrade to one with a GPS so I can track my pace. Which one do you use?
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I can't wait to make this!!
Halibut, Snapper and Shrimp Ceviche http://www.marksdailyapple.com/halibut-snapper-and-shrimp-ceviche/#axzz2XdKjEdF2 Ingredients: 1/3 pound Pacific halibut 1/3 pound Yellowtail snapper 1/3 pound cocktail shrimp 1/2 cup lime juice (about 4-5 limes) 1/2 cup lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons) 1 avocado, finely chopped 1 red…
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How to Take Off Those Last 10 Pounds, By Jillian Michaels
How to Take Off Those Last 10 Pounds By Jillian Michaels You know what I like to call those last 10 or 15 pounds that won't come off no matter what you do? Vanity pounds. The term describes our desire to lose weight that, as far as our bodies are concerned, actually feels healthy. Today's society pressures us to want to…
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Help - what can I bring to work potluck?
I'm looking for ideas of a clean, healthy dish I can bring to my company's potluck. Thanks!
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What's the best single serve coffee maker? And why?
Please be specific with brand and model, if you can. Thanks! :flowerforyou:
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Tosca Reno's beef bone broth cleanse
So I made some this morning. It's been simmering on my cooktop for abbout 5 hours now and smells wonderful! The problem: it's too rich and fatty for me to drink! It's so rich - there's no possible way I could drink it - it's like drinking straight fat! I know this is wonderful stock for cooking with later - but my next…
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Yummy breakfast recipe
I made this for breakfast this morning - very yummy! Simple, tasty, all natural, and very different from what I typically eat. Enjoy! :flowerforyou: http://paleodietlifestyle.com/shakshuka/
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Week 1 of Paleo = Success!
Today marks the completion of my first week Paleo, and I'm so pleased! This was my experience this past week: - Lost 1.8 pounds! - Felt a little tired and fuzzy, but not bad at all, I really can't complain about that. - For the past 6-12 months I've been eating around 1,500 net calories per day. This week I lowered it to…
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ATX runners - Rogue or Gazelle?
Hi, any runners from Austin, Texas, out there? If so, anybody have any experience with either Rogue Running or Gilbert's Gazelles. I'm training for a half marathon and considering joining one of these groups. Thanks!
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My Fit Foods 21 day challenge
Hi everybody - happy Friday! Anyone out there ever done the My Fit Foods 21 day challenge? I'm going for a consultation tomorrow. Thanks! :flowerforyou:
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any ladies 6'0 or taller?
Hello fellow tall ladies! :flowerforyou: I wanted to start a thread for us tall ladies to share our stories, body types, challenges, goals, issues, challenges finding the right fitting clothes/shoes...or whatever. From my experience, we tend to wear our weight well...since we have a lot of inches for it to spread out…
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My Fit Foods Liver Cleanse
My Fit Foods is a store (just in Texas, I think) that sells pre-packaged healthy meals. They also have this recipe for a liver cleanse that contains lemon juice, unsweetened cranberry juice, apple cider vinegar, and water. I have not tried it yet, but am considering it. Anyone out there tried it? What did you think about…
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crockpot roast & veggies
I've made this for years with potatoes, onion, and carrots. What other veggies could I toss in with it? Thanks!
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need a new veggie side dish
I'm tired of my usual line up -- broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, asparagus, brussel sprouts, green beans, corn. Or at least how I'm preparing them - which is just plain steamed. Have any new ideas for me? I need something different to go with my grilled chicken tonight. Thanks! :flowerforyou:
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Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle !!!
Hello! I have been reading Tom Venuto's Burn the Fat Feed the Muscle, and I absolutely love it!! I cannot put it down. I'm almost finished with the book - plan to finish it tomorrow. It makes so much sense!! Finally a book on fitness and fat loss that puts all the pieces together - it is so realistic and understandable -…
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how do you make photo collages?
I see so many people posting pictures where you combine before and after photos into one - what program do you use to do that?
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Gourmet Shrimp Salad - 241 calories!
Threw this together for lunch today - YUM YUM YUM! - 2 cups Fresh Express 50/50 Baby Spinach / Spring Mix - 1 tsp olive oil - 1 tsp red wine vinegar - 8 peeled, deveined shrimp - light sprinkle of Tony Chachere's Original Creole seasoning - quick sautee in skillet with a spray of Pam so they don't stick - half of a granny…
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basil
Yesterday I bought this GIANT bunch of fresh basil at a local farmer's market for $2 (score!). I don't want any of it to go to waste. Ideas of how I can use it?...or preserve it for future use?
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Running Workouts (from Runner's World)
For all you runners out there, this looks like a great way to change up the usual routine. Enjoy! :flowerforyou: http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-238-267--13908-1-1-2,00.html Better Together Combine two workouts into one and achieve greater fitness—in less time. By Liz Plosser From the May 2011 issue of…
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I just had THAT moment in the dressing room!
I fit into a size 10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don't remember EVER being a size 10. Seriously. Even all through jr high and high school I wore a 14-16. Holy crap - it felt awesome! I almost cried! :love:
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I'm considering increasing my calories...am I crazy??
Since the beginning of this year, my goal has been 1,200 net calories, which is a projected loss of 1.7 pounds/week. I've done well - I've lost 17 pounds so far this year - so that's a little over a pound per week. I've had a mix of 45% carbs, 25% fat, and 30% protein. I've also been working out a lot - 1 hour/day, 6…
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I'm "healthy"!
Finally my BMI is in the healthy zone!!! YAY!!!
