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UNJURY - ANYONE EVER TRY IT?
Just ordered protein chicken soup. Has anyone ever tried this?
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7 day CHALLENGE
7 Day challenge. See if you can push yourself each day to meet or exceed your goal. These are my goals for this Challenge: Weds 7/11 -- 100 pushups Thursday 7/12 -- 100 Jumping Jacks Friday 7/13 -- 50 Burpees Saturday 7/14 -- 100 Leg Lifts (50 on each leg) Sunday 7/15 -- 100 situps Monday 7/16 -- 100 squats Tuesday 7/17 --…
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Post Competition
I was warned by my trainer that post competition depression could set in. Not sure if it has, but I definitely can't stop eating sugary things. It's only been a week, but my stomach is enlarged now. Any pointers on how to get my focus back? Maybe it's that sense of freedom, but i'm pretty sure that is what made me "fat" in…
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100 Crunches A Day for Two Weeks
START DATE: September 4 END DATE: September 18 Good Luck! The challenge is to do 100 crunches a day, every day, for two week. All varieties of crunches count towards the total. Time to get those abs! 100 crunches a day for 2 weeks Challenge rules 14 days have to be continuous - no days off You don't have to do 100 in one…
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21 Things That Can Kill Your Motivation
21 Things That Can Kill Your Motivation Getting what you want in life comes down to getting yourself to do what needs to be done when it needs to be done. The problem many of us run into is losing our motivation to do what we have to do. Coming up with a bunch of ways to motivate yourself is great but I think it’s also…
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Get Back On Track
TEN WAYS TO GET YOUR "DIET" BACK ON TRACK START NOW by recommitting today DRINK WATER like it is your job PLAN each meal EAT, don't make up for overeating by NOT eating REVISIT your food journal and repeat a good week REMIND yourself how far you've come MOVE get your sweat on DON'T let a bad week turn into a bad month…
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One Year Ago... my life changed (pics)
I started on June 20, 2011 with a mission to compete in a figure competition. My reason for choosing to go that path was because if I didn't choose something so crazy and so unlike me, I don't think it would have worked. There was no way I could stay the same and compete, so something had to change. My starting weight was…
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My little RANT!
I know this is an adult site and I completely think those who are proud of themselves have every right to post Before and After pictures. I also love looking at before and afters because not only does it show how dedicated the people on this website are but drastically the body can change. That said, I think that there…
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Peak Week question for a Newbie
I just got my peak week schedule. How do you possibly drink 2 gallons of water/day?
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Punch people in the face
I found this image.. and while it doesn't pertain to me today, it certainly has in the past. So for all of you getting pissed at other internet people.. This is for you! Enjoy. :glasses:
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NSV :)
So, I have been training for a fitness competition that I will be competing in in June. I've lost 58 lbs and I feel great. But, I still don't feel competition worthy. I went to a posing class yesterday. The typical attire to these classes are bikini's or sports bras and small shorts.. The other girls were all cut and six…
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Thinking of Giving up?
Don't Quit When you've eaten too much and you can't write it down, And you feel like the biggest failure in town. When you want to give up just because you gave in, and forget all about being healthy and thin. So What! You went over your points a bit, It's your next move that counts...So don't you quit! It's a moment of…
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HEART RATE MONITORS - Need Help
MOTOACTV Fitness -- Seems pricey but it not only gives heart rate and calories burned but also is a mp3 player. Has anyone used this before? Pros vs. Cons anyone?
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Kettle ball exercises?
I have a 15lb kettle-ball. What kind of exercises will get me the most bang for my buck?
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Lift Heavy?
When I read this I think: If I can do 3 sets of 15reps at 15lbs and it is too easy, Up the weight to 20lbs. and continue to up the weight til I can barely do 10 reps? Work til failure. I don't know if this term is referring to deadlifts or just weight training in general. Anyone want to shed some light?
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Motivation Quotes - Add your favorites:)
"Getting in shape should be a ride that you get on to learn, take part in and enjoy the journey. It should never be a chore or something that you have to do. If it doesn't feel this way, stop and try a new route!" -Unknown "It never gets easier, you just get stronger" -Unknown "A great pleasure in life is doing what people…
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Before and After Pics - almost at my goal!
Started my journey as a 5'5" 27 year old 187lb woman who wasn't comfortable in her own skin. The middle picture is probably around 35lbs lost so about 152lbs. And last but not final, Today I weigh 133lbs and i'm happier in my own skin. MFP is a great tool and helped me stay accountable. Thanks for checking in:)
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Shin Splints - Need your help please
Started to feel them again last night while running on treadmill. Anyone have good remedies? I have anti-inflammatory medicine but I would rather not take medicine. Why do I keep getting them?
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"NOT-SO-HEALTHY" Foods you can't stop eating
Recently, i've been having major sugar cravings. I had some mini marshmallows in my house so i had a few of them. "few of them" turned into half a bag. I never ate marshmallows before unless I was having a S'more and I was by a campfire. So this is crazy right? Does anyone else have a food they can't stop eating? This is…
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Can you do a Chin up?
Last night I attempted my first Chin up. Failed miserably. So now my goal is to be able to do one with no assistance. Two Questions: 1. Has anyone else had trouble doing a Chin up? 2. What is the best way to strengthen your arms to be able to do a chin up?
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If it fits in my daily calories...
Not sure why this bothers me but it every time I read someone posting something about how that 400 calorie Double Cheeseburger or Bucket of fried food fits into my daily calories, so I'm going to eat it!!. It is one thing if it's a special occasion but if this is a daily or weekly occurrence, you are only lying to yourself…
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ATTENTION FEMALE BODY BUILDERS AND FITNESS
What types of supplements are you taking? I currently take a Woman's One-A-Day Multi vitamin and vitamin D3 supplement. What other supplements would you suggest I start taking?
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How to reduce Body fat %
I am already on a low fat regimin of 30g or less per day. Does anyone know if this will continue to make my body fat dwindle or do i need to consume even less fat? I am also working out intense cardio 5-7 days/week along with strength training m-w-f.
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Any Fitness Book recommendations???
I have been blindly lead by my trainer for the past 8-9 months. Don't get me wrong, everything he has given me has worked to the T but I don't feel like I know the meaning behind it. So Does anyone have any books that they recommend me reading in order to grasp the in's and out's of fitness training and/or bodybuilding.…
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Energy Drinks
What are your thoughts on energy drinks? Do you prefer the sugar free or the regular or none at all? I enjoy a lo-carb or sugar free energy drink 2-3 times a week, usually on the days I work late. I don't see an issue with it but when co workers see me drinking it some stop and tell me how bad those are for me. Besides the…
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New Green Bikini
I bought myself a new green bikini today. It's been years since I've worn a bikini and I am so excited that I can actually pull it off and feel comfortable doing it. I started at the end of June 2011 at a weight of 187 and am currently 135lbs. I still have a few more lbs to lose but I can already tell it is going to be a…
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Fitness Competition Foods - Please help
Does anyone have any suggestions for foods that are low fat, high protein, low carb? I have strict numbers that i have to meet each day and on my low carb days 50g, i struggle to find foods that will fit in my day. For protein, I eat chicken, Turkey, Whey protein(powder,shakes,shots), plain greek yogurt. Any suggestions?
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Excuses
Excuses get in the way of whatever it is you are trying to do. -- Too tired, I don't feel good, I'd rather sleep, It's raining out, It's snowing out, I'm not in the mood, too much to do, etc... Anyone ever use one of these? What is your worst excuse you've used to skip the gym or a workout??
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50 lbs lost
Today I hit 50lbs lost. I am 5'5", 27 years old. When I began my fitness lifestyle on June 20, 2011 I weighed in at 187lbs. Today I weighed in at 137:).
