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Week 1 Mini Challenges!
30 Minutes of Running too Easy??? Join in our weekly challenges! Please post on this thread once you have completed the challenge. You can also tell us if it was easy/hard, etc. MOTIVATE each other! Example: Sunday - DONE! Monday - DONE! Tuesday - Half-Done! Wednesday - DONE! Thursday - DONE! Friday - DONE! Saturday -…
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Daily Check-In HERE
For those of us who need that extra accountability during this challengeblushing, this thread will be specifically for checking in on your running/jogging/walking routine! :drinker: Remember that check-in is NOT mandatory EVERY DAY, but it is mandatory on SUNDAYS! If you miss checking in for two weeks, you will be removed…
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Support and Motivation!!
During this challenge you are going to have good days and some not so good days. If you need some support or motivation to keep you going post below:heart: . If you need to vent and rant and rave about your day post below:explode: . This is the place to be! Remember, we want to keep a positive attitude and help each other…
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Roll Call! (Introductions)
Please take sometime to introduce yourself to the other members. The more active and interactive the group, the better the support we can give each other. Name/Nickname: Goal(s) for the Challenge: Action Plan to meet Goal(s): Interesting Fact: :smile: HgH
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21 Days to form a Habit!
Join In! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/17802-21-days-running-for-our-lives-summer-challenge Our 2nd round of 21 Days: Running for our Lives (Summer Challenge)! INTRODUCTION! Summer is here and the beach is calling our names! Today is the first day of June and this our 2nd Annual 21 Days: Running for Our Lives…
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Weigh-In HERE!
This will be our weekly weigh-in thread. Please keep in mind that weighing-in each is NOT mandatory. This is for those of us who would like to keep track of any weight lose. CW: (Current weight): GW: (Goal weight for the 21 Days): 6/01 Sun: 6/08 Sat: 6/15 Sat: End of Challenge 6/21 Mon: Total weight lost: *just copy and…
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The Low Down (RULES and REQUIREMENTS)
21 Days: Running For Our Lives Summer Challenge :noway: :smile: Start Date: 5/1/14 :drinker: End Date: 5/21/14 :glasses: The Challenge: This challenge is to run/jog/walk for at least 30 minutes (or miles) every day for 21 days. (if need be, you can break the 30 minutes/miles up throughout the day) :flowerforyou: Check-Ins:…
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Weight Lifting - Beginner Advice
Hey MFP! I need some advice for starting a routine with lifting weights. I have a home gym similar to this one ----> http://www.exerciseequipmentwarehouse.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/danville-ca-home-gym-equipment-store.jpg I would love if someone could suggest a routine I could implement weekly. I currently…
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I am proud to toot my own horn!
I usually don't toot my own horn, but today I am finally back in the 130's!!!!! I have been working my butt off and then had a set back when I broke my foot, which increased my weight back close to the 150's. WOOOOHOOOO I am finally back into the 130's! YES! HgH
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21 Day Challenge! ***SUPPORT GROUP***
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/17802-21-days-and-afraid-running-for-our-lives ***21 Days and Afraid: Running for Our Lives*** :noway: Thanksgiving is over and the New Year is right around the corner! :drinker: :glasses: This is a 21 day challenge of running/jogging/walking 30 minutes each day for 21 days. We will…
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How long to Jog a Mile?
Hey MFP! Hope everyone is doing great and staying motivated! I have a question regarding jogging/running. What is a healthy/good time to jog/run a mile in? I am 20 years old, 5'3. I was watching the news a month ago and they were saying that it is good for a female to run/jog a mile between 10 to 12 minutes and for males 8…
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How many lbs does it take to lose a pant size?
So I started my journey in a size 15 junior pants. I am now in a loose 13 junior. I have lost 10lbs so far. I was wondering how many lbs does it take to lose a pant size? M.
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Do you need some rump kicking??
We have come so far. Take control and get back in the game. Kick your rump in the rear and start hitting that cardio and strength training again!! Get_Fit_Don't_Quit
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166lbs to 133lbs
As I look at my weight ticker I still cannot believe how far I have come. I remember being in the dark rainy cloud, running out of the rain and closer to the lighter side, and now I am tasting the rainbow - my goal now is to consume the light. 166LBS to 133LBS!! IT CAN BE DONE. HARD WORK. HEALTHY FOODS. DETERMINATION. and…
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Motivation - Tired.
Agh!!! I want this so bad, but every time I plan on working out I always find an excuse: - Other work/duties that need to get done - Tired from working a long day - Too hot outside - Etc.... I know that this problem is a mind game. I have already lost 33lbs! I just need to get up and do it!! Thanks for listening to my…
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Advice for Toning Up
I am 5'2ish. I am 133lbs. My goal is 125lbs. I am still doing cardio, but starting to infuse exercises to tone up (plank, lots of crunches, free weights). Should I start lifting more? Will I still be able to lose these last 8lbs if I just start to lift? Should I continue cardio? Thanks.
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NSV - Bra Extender!
I was wearing TWO:noway: bra extenders for one of my favorite bras (which I refused to stop wearing). Basically I had to get a bra extender for my bra AND then a bra extender for my bra extender!!!:noway: I NO LONGER HAVE TO WEAR ANY!!!!!!:bigsmile: :bigsmile: I am also on the shortest hook now for my favorite bra…
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What does it mean to Eat Back Exercise Calories?
This may have been asked before, but I need to know! I searched the Forums and was unable to find a clear answer. What does it mean when some one says, "I eat back my exercise calories"? I just got a HRM so I am able to track my calories burned so I was wondering if I should be eating back some? Also, how do I calculate…
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21 lbs Lost - Half Way!!! Back Pictures Included
Hey Everyone, If you want to skip straight to the picture scroll to the bottom! :bigsmile: I have been one of those people who grew up heavy, lost the weight, gained it back, and now in a war of trying to lose it again. I look at myself in the mirror and hate what I see. A big stomach with no definition and a double back.…
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5 minute exercises (30 minute workout total)!
I am no expert and do not claim to be one what-so-ever, but below is a personal workout routine that I just started doing and I am really enjoying it. I tend to get bored pretty easily, so I like to mix up my routine. Below is a 30 minute workout (40 minutes if you include warm up and the cool down). When I first started…
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After I eat the food comes back up....Acid Refulx?
I am going to try and make this post as short as possible. Lately, maybe for the past 4 or 5 days, every time right after I eat something it seems like my food comes back up. I also burp, which I usually don't do. Yesterday, when the stuff came back up it burned my throat so bad. I am not sure if this is what Acid Reflux…
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12lb Weight Gain in 2 1/2 weeks! HELP!
Sorry if this post is in the wrong thread....Feel free to move it. Hey Everyone, I have a question regarding weight gain. One of my friends came to me today and told me that they gained 12lbs within 2 1/2 weeks. He told me that he doesn't understand how it's possible because he has been eating cleaner and exercising some.…
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Home Gym Equipment
I have a home gym similar to this one - http://www.fitnessscape.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000002/yukon-wolverine-home-gym.gif There is one part where you basically hold your self up and pull your legs up (at least that's what I do). I wanted to know if there is a name for that specific equipment and if there are any other…
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Music Suggestions Needed
Need to add some new tracks to my music list. Any suggestions? I am a high energy type of person and enjoy listening to high energy music. I usually run, weight lift, dance (free style at home), and watch workout vids. Any suggestions much appreciated! ~Format~ Exercise: Dance/Running Name/Link: Cyclone -…
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Couch-2-5K May 1st
Have you heard of C25K?:noway: Have you been thinking about doing it, but unsure?:ohwell: Well, today is the day that you say YES! :drinker: You can and will do it! :bigsmile: :smile: More information on C25K: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml - You will find the schedule for the different running times -…
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Exercise Calories - What does it mean?
I know this has probably been asked several times already, so if you can find me a link to a thread that answers this question I would really appreciate it! What does it mean, "eat exercise calories back"? I think I know what it means, but I want to be sure... My calorie intake according to MFP is 1380 cals. Today I…
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What Color Should I Paint my Kitchen?
So, after cleaning my entire kitcehn for the summer time I have decided that I want to give it some color. The walls have been the same color since I first moved in...White. I have a light wood color for my cabinets, all white appliances, and white tile. SO, what color should I go for? H.
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New Girl
Summer time is finally around the corner and I have been released from my captivity of school! Starting today I am on a 4 month vacation with minimal responsibilities and plan on focusing on my health again. When I left MFP I weighed 145 and now coming back I am at 148. I don't feel proud of gaining weight, but I do feel…
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MFP on the news
Was watching my local news station just now and they did a segment about new year's resolutions. They talked about MFP and weight loss!! M.
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Running in New Year's to May Challenge
:bigsmile:***18 Week - CHALLENGE***:bigsmile: :glasses:1. Run/Jog/Walk/Skip/Dance/etc. 1 mile everyday :noway: 2. Complete at least 25 minutes of exercise everyday :drinker:3. Drink 8 cups of Water everyday :love: 4. Eat at least 1 fruit/vegetable everyday :happy: 5. Stretch every morning :heart: 6. Say at least 1 positive…
