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Yoga Mats VS Exercise Mats?
Is there much of a difference between the two? Should I be making sure to use a thicker mat when doing ab work? And how much should I really worry about spending on one? I've seen many VARIED prices...wondering if it's a "you get what you pay for item" or if I would be fine going to my local Walmart and purchasing a more…
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Lo carb options........advice?
I was talking to a client today and she mentioned Shirataki noodles. She said they were pretty lo carb....anyone have some substantial info on these, and how they taste? Also, any other lo carb options for my so sadly missed carb world would be FANTASTIC!!! Thanks!
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The PCOS VENT YOUR FRUSTRATIONS ongoing thread:)
Any woman with PCOS knows how difficult it can be to conceive and or lose weight and keep it off. This is a thread I started a while back and am just trying to continue the thread:) It's here for support and of course the ability to VENT! So vent away my darlings. We are all cysters together in this battle! Feel free to…
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can I start a PCOS Vent your frustrations Thread? lol
If anyone agrees....feel free to vent w/ me!!:grumble: :grumble: :grumble: :grumble: :wink:
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IM BACK!
I cant even describe how sorry I am for not being here for you all like I truly wanted to be, but my life is so entirely crazy at this point. My story is so long and continues on, however is just too much to explain in words for me. I have created a YouTube channel to help inspire other cysters to not give up, to battle…
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i have returned!
My apologies for not posting in so long, im happy to announce it is because i found outi was pregnant and went on a dieting hiatus lol. We now have 2 beautiful children i would've never been able to have if it weren't for treating my pcos symptoms with a ketogenic lifestyle! Im also happy to say that im back in the saddle…
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Ketogenic Diet to treat PCOS
This is just one post of many I will post on this subject. I MUST tell you all that this lifestyle change has been SO important to aid in the success of my battle. Please understand that Keto is still being considered controversial. But Im telling you, my doctors are IMPRESSED and tell me to keep doing what works. This is…
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Best Diet/Exercise Plan for PCOS
I was recently diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome(pcos) and it is a very common disorder where your ovaries are not in proper working order. This leads to weight gain due to the imbalance of hormones. BLAHHH! It is known to be much more difficult for PCOS women to lose weight...as in..It takes longer and more of an…
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your favorite protein shake recipes?
I have just started adding protein shakes to my diet and im keeping them low carb low sugar. looking for some trusty tasty shake recipes:) thanks guys!
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whats your fave game soundtrack?
mine would have to be Zelda and Skyrim/morrowind:)
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why on earth?!
are there so many fake towing, shipping, pawning, and parking "reality" shows on tv???!! and who watches this garbage? lol someone must because networks keep coming up with more and more of these shows......gah!
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whats for dinner tonight?
im making a big batch of venison chili for the week :) also baked 2 loaves of banana bread because we had an abundance of ripe ones. going to slurp some delicious chili while watching the walking dead tonight:) what are you having?
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Irish/Celtic/Gaelic
Im sure no one cares about what im listening to..(im having a relaxing night to myself listening to relaxing music...and I've had the same songs on repeat for awhile...).but it just happens to be celtic/gaelic. anyone else have suggestions for the same genre of music? suggestions for relaxation welcomed!
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Do you keep your diary open/closed?
If so, what are your reasons for doing so? I recently closed mine because I have switched to a low carb diet and was getting negative feedback from people. Other than that, I was fine with it being open:) What's your stance?
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Drew Peterson Innocent or Guilty?
..........What do YOU think?
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I started a TOM group!
I noticed that there weren't many places to "discuss" TOM for us ladies...so I found it useful for a group! Just letting everyone know:) B*tch, Whine, Postulate, problem solve....anything goes! Us ladies have MANY issues with TOM....use it as you please.
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what kind of dog do you have?
what kind of dog do you have or want? big?, small, hyper, calm, breeds etc... I own a happy ,bouncy ,floppy eared ,rambunctious ,and active 5 month old boxer pup:) his name is Rambo, and we love him!!! so glad we decided to get a dog finally!
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mfp gamers! dark souls?
so im thinking about purchasing Dark Souls coming out soon! it looks a challenging and pretty cool rpg, what do you think?
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I'm a Tomboy.?.....
For my career I own a Spa/Salon and have to be fairly girly all day, work with women all day, and basically be prissy all day.(which don't get me wrong, I am still a woman, so I do enjoy these things) But for the most part my favorite things to do are as follows: Hiking in the dunes, cross country skiing, dirtbike,…
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bathroom fun:)
so....we all do things our own way in the bathroom. Do you prefer the toilet paper roll to come from over the roll or under the roll when tearing sheets off? do you prefer to leave the toilet lid open or closed? do you prefer to squish toothpaste out or roll the end up?
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what instrument(s) did/do you play?
just bored and remembering my days of band..lol I currently only play the acoustic guitar. I used to play flute/piccolo. what did you play?
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calling all Atkins friends:)
I've been doing Dr. Atkins new diet revolution (2002 version) since may and am loving this way of eating! im actually doing this to mainly treat my Pcos and of course lose weight. im insulin resistant and this super low carb with exercise lifestyle has been the only way I've been able to lose consistently. im reading the…
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bored on friday night club!
exactly what it says! let's start a bored on friday night club! my hubster works 2nd shift and I own my own salon so I work 1st....needless to say friday nights are insanely boring for myself! lol ill start this out with a controversial topic.....do you think bariatric surgery is the easy way out?
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merlot vs white wines
so I've heard in moderation that drinking red wines vs white wines is better.....can anyone give me real advice on this matter?
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elliptical time vs powerwalking
why does it take longer for a mile on elliptical vs walk/ jogging outdoors? I do a 20 min mile on my elliptical vs my 14 min mile brisk walk?
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biggest loser really IS a loser
this show has gone soooooo downhill, that I can't even wAtch the next season.......its bogus to me now....basically I compare it to every other lame reality scripted tv show....ugh .. talk about dazzle dazzle buull crrappppp.....very sad, because this show used to be legit.
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Who's playing mega millions?
im waiting for 11:00 michigan tim for my winning numbers;) lol I hardly ever gamble.....this is something new for me! good luck to you all! any strategy that you guys use when selecting numbers?
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PCOS and eating back exercise cals?
I understand that for normal bodies we should be eating back our exercise cals, but what about women with PCOS? I stick to a low glycemic index diet and pretty low carb and virtually no sugar, but I rarely eat back my exercise cals, I don't tend to be hungry enough, and im also afraid to eat them back because of my…
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who wants to start an 80's club?
Seriously? Anyone who was born/or obsessed with the GOOD things about the 80's? Let me know if this is a good or bad idea? lol...................................................either way....I WONT be offended. I mean....H elll....I was born in 1985.....
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adding protein shakes to my regimen
I've been nervous to add my protein shakes to my regimen....in fear of gaining weight.so im only going to have them on workout days....anyone else been timid about this at first? The recipes I am using are all low carb low sugar(or no sugar).