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Guess who’s back, back again!
Yes, I aged myself with the title. I downloaded MFP in 2011, got serious in 2015. Starting running, got okay, but still didn’t love it. I dropped to a low weight but was “skinny fat” or whatever it may be termed these days. Started bodyweight training. Added real weights and HIIT without ever joining a gym. Got happy with…
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10 Year Badge!
Yep, I downloaded and created this account in 2011. Wow! I got serious in 2015, lost 30 pounds, and got the fittest of my life. Fast forward to the last 18 months of a crap diet and no exercise and I'm almost back where I started. 21 days in so far! My last streak nearly 4 years I think? Half my wardrobe no longer fits and…
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Junk Food Formularized to be Addictive?
http://shine.yahoo.com/shine-food/are-junk-food-makers-worse-than-tobacco-industry-giants--how-fritos--coke-and-lunchables-vie-for-addicts--210753546.html http://michaelmossbooks.com/books/salt-sugar-fat/ (Did we not know this already?)
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Little changes can keep exercise interesting and you motivated
I've been doing a lot of similar routines for years now: YAYOG, PiYO, and Fitness Blender weight training. Though I like them, the fun of "oh hey, this is challenging" or "I can do this now!" is lost. Over the past year, I've been adding weight to my routines in unexpected ways to up the challenge factor. I am writing this…
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The Cookie Cleanse
theawkwardyeti.com Seems legit.
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The long and short of keto
Fantastic article on the history and science of keto and who it can especially help. I don't do keto, but I'm on a carb-restricted diet (mostly) with my husband. He's losing and I'm in maintenance. https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a25775330/keto-diet-history/ Short of it is: "Which brings us back to Lopez and the…
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Fitness memes
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1000 days later and still learning
It stuck. 1000 day streak and maintenance for over 2 years! I think I can finally do a Successes post. :) Stats: Started March 2, 2015 5'1" Sedentary SW: 133 GW: 110 2nd GW: 105 Lowest weight: 102 Current maintenance range: 110-113 I first signed up for MFP in 2011, and my longest streak was maybe 100 days. I lost weight a…
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"2016 diet derps"
Beth Mole, "For the love of God, eat more nuts… and other 2016 diet derps" http://arstechnica.com/science/2016/12/for-the-love-of-god-eat-more-nuts-and-other-2016-diet-derps/ A great article that encapsulates the common sense approach I've seen here on MFP and the problems of "scientific" nutritional research. Considering…
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YAYOG users? Or does anyone use strength routines from a book?
Are you out there? (I don't see a lot of You Are Your Own Gym (YAYOG) threads, but it's like Insanity or Convict Conditioning in that it relies almost solely on body weight for strength training. Been doing the DVD routines since April with rather impressive results. I'm fitter and stronger than I've ever been in my life,…
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One piece of advice for maintenance
This thread is inspired by the one from Success Stories. Today is my first day of maintenance. (26 pounds and 4 inches from my waist; huzzah!) Some of my friends on maintenance have commented that it's really tough. What one piece of advice would you give for someone starting maintenance? Thank you in advance!
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Chicken Stuffed French Bread
An adaptation of this: http://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-stuffed-french-bread/ I used Greek yogurt instead of ranch dressing, but I did add part of a ranch dressing packet. I suppose any spices you like will do. Also 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice. Per serving (6 servings): 400…
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Pasta cooking "hack"
The term is overused, but an interesting tip on how to cook pasta faster: https://www.yahoo.com/makers/cooking-pasta-perfectly-is-all-about-timing-128133581620.html Basically, use a shallow saucepan instead of a pot. (I've added a lot more stuff to my pasta dishes, especially veggies, but I'd never cut out carbs. You can…
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Would you eat food ONLY for its nutritional value?
This question has been on my mind since yesterday. Would you eat some food, or all food, only for its nutritional value? I got some Quest bars for the first time, and trying them I thought they were...well...not good. At least to me. But they have pretty good stats: 20g+ protein, loads of fiber, and no added sugar. They're…
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Exercise and diet and during loss versus maintenance
I will premise this by saying that as it's a Yahoo! article, it's already a little sketchy. I came across this today: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/talked-exercise-scientist-more-important-155511951.html The gist is that while diet is more important while losing weight, those who regularly exercise is a key factor in…
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Baked Stuffed Artichokes
Had the urge to make these last night; came out great! Adapted from: http://www.cherrybombkitchen.com/baked-artichokes/ This is for two servings, 226 calories, 6 g of fat for each * 2 artichokes * 2 T Parmesan * 1/4 c bread crumbs * 2 t light olive oil * 1 T dried parsley * 1/2 T dried basil * salt and pepper to taste *…
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Sabra Hummus Recall--Possible Listeria Contamination
Just found out about this: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2015/04/08/listeria-in-hummus-prompts-national-recall-by-sabra/25499003/ Love hummus as I'm sure many do here, so check your date/skus. Maybe I'll make my own; supposed to be really easy.
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Is it too early for Christmas?
So, my local adult contemporary station (106.7 Lite FM) is playing 24/7 Christmas music. How early is too early? Are you putting up lights yet? Waiting until Christmas Eve?
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Strangest Targeted Ads You've Seen?
I understand why MyFitnessPal has ads or sponsored links and I don't mind at all. Same with Facebook and other free sites. But those data aggregators (companies that build a profile of you based on your browsing history) seem to get it wrong sometimes. Today I'm getting this ad asking if my kids have head lice. 1. I'm…
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Rolling Luggage Should be Banned
From all public places besides airports. On crowded city streets they can trip people with those things. If you are too lazy to carry around your 10 pound laptop, than don't bring it. I hate seeing kids walk around the neighborhood with these things. I carried my many books on my back , and I was 80 pounds soaking wet in…
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I have a picky brother! Help me please :)
I asked my brother and his wife if we could come to dinner this weekend. As they are new parents, I thought it would be a great idea to bring the dinner over instead of them having to cook. I need a main course that has three characteristics: 1. Is healthy (of course) 2. Travels well 3. Has no cheese of any kind. What kind…
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Can you fold a fitted sheet?
My mother had shown as a child, but I can't seem to pull it off anymore. I am woefully inadequate adult.
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RIP Richard Dawson
http://news.yahoo.com/richard-dawson-family-feud-host-dies-79-report-150146539.html Being a game show nut, I am very familiar with his work on television. He seemed like a great and funny man.
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Best Restaurants for Dieters?
Eating out can be a nightmare, but it is routine that my family often follows a couple times a week. Where do you find to be diet-friendly? I'm not going to presume that they're actually "healthy" but it's better than eating salads ALL the time. For me, the standbys are Panera--a cafe that serves some great sandwich and…
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Would you go to Mars?
I have been watching a series called Mars Rising on a Discovery channel this morning. Would you want to go to Mars if somehow you were given the chance? Knowing you'd leave behind you family, friends, and the rest of your life for months/years? Knowing you'd be stuck with people you may or may not like for those…
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Worst shows to watch while trying to lose weight?
I like cooking shows. Inspires me to cook. However, there are dangerous ones lurking out there, no? Cupcake Wars (I so want to try making caramel filled cupcakes...) Top Chef: Just Desserts (These are ironic considering I don't really have a sweet tooth; just love to bake)
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Best and Worst Costumes
For trick-or-treat-ers. This does NOT include "none." So far, I have Best: Zombie with severed hand Worst: Gang member complete with rag over face. Too true around here. :(
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Controversial Ice Cream?
Some supermarket chains a refusing to carry a Ben & Jerry flavor because it has a naughty name: http://news.yahoo.com/stores-freezing-ben-jerrys-flavor-213431173.html I'm not a parent, but doesn't the One Million Moms group have something more constructive to do? There are needy children in the US and all over the planet,…
