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Looking for similar MFPs
Hi I have been on MFP for a few years but my weight has slowly crept up and I now have to lose 40lbs instead of 20! Please add me if you're in a similar boat; Female Mid 30s A long distance runner Log in daily Love to exercise Love to eat I'm recommitting myself to this journey. Drop me a message for mutual support
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PMS Cravings - Physiological fact or pure myth
Hi, The cravings are hitting me hard and I want chocolate! I haven't slept well, which has put my resolve on a low level...but it got me thinking - are my pms cravings real or just in my programming? Thoughts and facts are welcome!
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I know I've been good...
First weeks are about big losses right? I know I've been SO good these past 8 days and other than the initial water-weight loss, I've barely seen the scale move! I understand that this is a process and it will take time, but something has changed since I last dieted 2 years ago. I counted calories a couple of years back…
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Lifters: how does LesMills bodypump rate with you?
I am new to weights. In the past I have only ever done LesMills bodypump and after a year away from the gym, I am taking it up again. I'd love to lift weights in the gym to build muscle and lean down, but feel like I don't know enough. I can use some machines confidently, but would only be going into the weights area to…
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Binge
Hey Looking for a little support please; I've just added everything I've binged on in the last two hours and it equates to c.1500 calories. I'm really shocked, and upset that I would do this to myself! I am really fit and exercise loads but struggle with this binge cycle.
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Energy Gels
Training for a half marathon and have read that I should fuel my body at regular intervals. I have run for 90 minutes on an empty stomach quite happily, but do think I could do with a boost after an hour. Instead of lugging around water, I thought I might try an energy gel. Can anyone give me some helpful info in these. Do…
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Long distance running: advice on shoes please
Dear Runners, I have a half marathon coming up (5 weeks away) and my current trainers are dead....so I need to get a new pair and quickly. I want to ask more seasoned runners how important is it to have your gait tested etc. when choosing a pair of running shoes? I could find a decent brand of shoe for around £50, but if I…
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Sore knee - not another injury, please?!
I am a runner - am training for my 2nd half marathon and seem to have fudged my knee in the last few days. I gave the running a rest today but need to run tomorrow (missed out on 10 days due to a blister!!!) How am I going to "fix" the knee?! Any suggestions as to how I can reduce the risk of hurting it again? Could it be…
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I'm so unhealthy!
I ran a half marathon last month. I am running another in May. Generally, exercise is not the problem. Calorie counting aside, I have hit a realisation that my "moderation" is a way of life and I eat too much junk and drink too much alcohol. How do I change? It's not only about losing weight but after years of eating like…
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10 week countdown: Lose weight, move faster
Hi I have just signed up for my 2nd Half. I did my first 2 weeks ago. I have 10 weeks before the next one. Part 1: I need to shift 10-20lbs. I think at least a 10lb loss would be really helpful to my time. Can anyone recommend a simple diet plan to follow whilst training please? Part 2: I want to move faster. I did the…
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Been there, done that, need to do it again!
Hi I am looking for MFP friends who have lost (a little or a lot) and put it back in again (a little or a lot) - but who are motivated to change and who want to try...again. I'm in my thirties, am married, have kids, run long distances and am planning on running my first half marathon next month. I eat too many sweets and…
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Nutrition for running - Half Marathon training
Can anyone direct me to some running nutrition guidelines that have worked well for them? I am an awful grazer and need to find a daily diet plan to lose some weight before a half marathon in 5 weeks time. I am current at the top end of my recommended weight range and know I will improve my time if I can shift some weight…
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Half Marathon - Training question
I'm sick! I've got a chesty cough/loss of voice and and feel like my lungs aren't as they would be when I'm well... but need to train for a half marathon in February. I am on day 2 of being poorly but wanted to find out from more experienced runners whether it's best to sit back and rest or go out for a run?! Am I being a…
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Anyone training for their first half marathon?
Hi, Is anyone training for their first half marathon like me? I'm planning on running in February and have just started training. How are you managing calories in running days? Any nutrition tips? Get in touch please. Jessica
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Link MFP to MapMyRun Help
Please can somebody tell me how to link the two apps so that my activity from MapMyRun is recorded in MFP?! Thank you
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Should I hire a personal trainer?
I have a small two month goal, leading to a life long fitness goal(s). In the short term, should I hire a personal trainer to help me lose weight and lean down/tone up or should I just stick to group exercise classes at the gym? Will a (good) personal trainer really deliver results? Money is tight - are they worth it?…
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30lbs to goal - such a big number!
30lbs seems so daunting. I get so discouraged at the thought of only losing a pound or two a week. Does anyone else feel like this?! x
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10 Week Challenge, starting NOW
- 10 Weeks of accurately food and exercise logging. - Set your calorie intake goal and stay within it, with no exceptions. (Variable) - 140L of water. (2L per day) - 70 Hours of exercise or more. (1 hour per day) - Lose as much as you can. Add me if you're interested! JDT
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Menu Plan
Does anyone have a recommended weight loss kick start menu plan for me to follow pls? A day or a few days?
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Binge Eating Disorder
Firstly, I understand that this site is not a replacement for any form of therapy/doctors advice etc. Please don't tell me I need help. I am aware of my situation and am making progress. I am wondering if there are others on this board who suffer with BED and if you do, whether you would like to discuss it? I need to talk…
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Calorie control - I need a buddy
Hi I am looking for some who is also sticking to a low calorie diet to check in with, chat with, moan with, laugh with etc. I recently took a month off....and went crazy. I have put on 2kg's and am really annoyed with myself. With the exception of Christmas Day, I want to recommit myself to weigh loss, exercise and feeling…
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When to slow weight loss down?
I set my mfp calories to 1200/day as guided to lose 2lbs per week. I have been dieting for 4 weeks and have lost about 14lbs...due to weigh in on Sunday so not sure exact amount. I have been exercising daily, and eating back those calories. Anyway, I am at a point where I have a healthy bmi and my clothes fit better, but I…
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Some days are harder than others
Yesterday was a nightmare. I felt ravenous, down, tired and really struggled with the "why" etc. I think I was genuinely tired, have a cold and not every day is meant to be easy. Today, I am back up. I have dusted off the bad vibes and feel rejuvenated in my journey (could be the green tea supplement). Point of the post -…
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What is your favourite healthy meal/snack?
Currently, I live for wholewheat bagels with peanut butter and mashed banana.
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Looking for similar friends
Hi I am looking for friends in a similar position - female, calorie controlled and roughly 15 to 20 pounds to lose. Of course, I a happy to be friends with most people, but I feel that I'll be able to help people in the same boat better and vice versa. Please PM me.
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Anyone else look forward to weigh in day?
Sunday. That's my day. I have been working my butt off this week and am really excited about Sunday. It feels so silly, but I really look forward to it.
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Somebody noticed...
Three weeks in and my mother in law asked me if I'd lost weight. I played it cool and said a little....but really wanted to jump up and down and shout yes, thank you for noticing. Lol. Made my day.
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This is the furthest I've come before...
Solid "clean" eating, exercising and losing weight - it's been around 3 weeks. At least 7lbs down. But it's not always easy and I keep asking myself when will I see the change....and When will others see the change? Yes, others do matter to me. Crappy demotivating questions in my head, but I need to keep going. 5'5" SW…
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1200 calories "kick start" or long game plan?
How long do people generally follow the 1200 calorie "kick-start" for? I am losing 2lbs each week, so that's great, but how do I know when to up the calories - if at all? Do I just continue with the status quo? Thank you.
