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Introduce yourself
Welcome everyone! Introduce yourself, invite your friends, share stories/tips/recipes, and just say hi. :smile:
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A Warning About Toning Shoes!
I see the chiropractor about once to twice a month. I have a short bone in one leg so my hip slips now and then. I went to see him one morning and worked out that evening and threw my hip out while working out. He was VERY adamant about not working out in Shape-ups, EasyTones, or any toning shoe. He said they are designed…
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Protein help
So I am doing the Insulin Resistance diet where I balance carbs with protein (30 carbs and 14 grams protein). Lately I have discovered I am not getting enough protein per meal (like with my cereal). Also my sandwiches are lacking. Any tips?
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Tuna Salad
Anyone have a good, healthy recipe? Appreciated :)
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PCOS Cysters out there
First of all say hi and let us know about yourself :) I just wanted to let you all know about insulin resistance if you don't already. For most with PCOS, an insulin resistance is the root cause of PCOS. The body over produces insulin and thus there are blood sugar spikes and drops that lead to a hormonal imbalance, aka…
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Gotta love those ads...
I was putting my food in my diary for the day and I see an ad for waffles and fried chicken at IHOP... ugh -.-
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Working out at lunch
I am debating doing my workouts at lunchtime. I usually only take 15- 30 minutes of my 1 hour lunch so I figure I could run for 20-30 minutes. Anyone here workout at work? Any tips? I work at a University and dread the idea of going back all sweaty...
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Sports Bra for busty women
I posted a while back looking for a good sports bra for us bigger chested women. I found a perfect match! I was watching Biggest Loser and noticed they had some really big women doing running and jumping. I looked up the bras they use and ordered one. It is PERFECT. I can run, jump, and do just about anything without it…
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Any other "gamers" out there?
What systems/types of games do you like? Do you also play workout games, or only workout games, none? I like PS3, Wii, and casual HOG games. Feel free to ad me. :happy:
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Nutrition for workouts?
I worked out today and had to stop due to a drop in blood sugar (I am pre-diabetic). I know protein bars and protein shakes are an idea but anyone have any tips for energizing/prepping for a workout?
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Feeling lost at the gym...
I prefer jogging on a track, running, walking, weight lifting, classes, or bikes. I am not fond of the treadmill due to my being prone to equilibrium problems (when I get off I have trouble walking). I might try them at some point. I tried the elliptical tonight and did pretty well but I feel so lost! I did a level 2 for…
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Italian Americans
I created a group for Italian Americans on here. My grandmother was from Italy and I LOVE my pasta and bread. They are my biggest crutches, even next to chocolate. Any others out there? How are you handling your diet? :) http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/1956-italian-americans
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A Tip for the Munchies
When I get a strong urge to just eat a lot of something (the munchies) I grab a bag of those baby carrots and munch on them. They are crunchy and often wet, so they help with both thirst and the crunch. :smile: Any other tips/tricks?
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Snack and Sweets Help
I need low carb snack and sweet ideas :/ I am not the best at cooking..
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Ladies: Sports Bras?
Any recommendations on where to buy/brands for larger busted women? I wear a 44D now in regular bras but am unsure about what brands/sizes for the sports bras. The ones I wear now are 40D's but they don't hold me in at all. I need something that won't give at all. Thanks :)
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Anyone doing 5 meals a day?
I just wanted to know more about what others doing 5 meals a day are doing an any general tips. Thanks! :)
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Down to one diet coke a day...
I am down to one diet coke a day and already I notice the difference. I only have one in the morning to curb the caffeine cravings until I find a substitute. Sweets are sickening to me and I do not want any fried foods. Healthy foods taste better but I am just so sleepy. I can't get passed the sleepiness in the morning and…
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Going off Diet Coke...
Today is day one...I am really sleepy at this point and want one soooo bad. The free ones at work sitting in the fridge call to me. I can do it though! If people can quit smoking or drinking, I can quit diet coke. I have had 3 more glasses of water today than usual. :)
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Diet Coke substitute?
I am addicted to Diet Coke. I know it is horrible for me but I need the caffeine in the morning. I hate hot drinks so I'm at a loss for what I can use instead. Energy drinks make me jittery and I'm not much for tea (haven't found one i like). Any tips? Thanks :)
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What is your greatest temptation?
What is your greatest temptation and how do you avoid it?
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Surviving the Holidays...
I am going to try to convince my mom to let me make some healthy meals this year. Not only are we having REALLY fattening food but that Saturday after I bought her Texas Renaissance Festival King's Feast tickets as a Christmas gift. The feast involves a show and a LOT of food. Holidays can be hard. Anyone else struggle?…
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A workout without pain?
My chiropractor is big on natural health, like me, so he is always giving me pointers. He told me to buy a heart rate monitor and when I workout to always keep my heart rate in the from 180-(age-10) to 180-age. For me this is 145 to 155. I have found at first it was harder to not go ABOVE the 155 than stay in the range,…
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Working at a college...
It can be so difficult sometimes to say no. There's an all you can eat cafeteria for $6 with things like pizza, corn dogs, nachos, fried rice, and cake. There is also a pizza hut. This doesn't include various bake sales and food sales by students. =/ I need some will power... The cafe gets me. There's this huge case of…
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Unhealthy, single, and sick of it
I am 25, almost 26, and I have had maybe 3 boyfriends in my life. The longest one lasted maybe 3 months. I just know I have to be confident enough in myself to let someone else in. I am also very unhealthy and I want to change. I have insulin resistance which means my body puts out too much insulin so I have to keep my…
