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Under-trained: Is there a way around it?
I signed up for a half marathon (race day is Jan 19) several months ago. At that point, I was at the peak of my running fitness, having just knocked off 10 minutes from my half marathon time, a total of 20 minutes shaved off within a year's time. Then I got a job with a rotating schedule... Under the weight of that and…
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Growing your own food...
Posted this on my facebook this morning, and yes, it actually happened. (copied and pasted, I typed it on my phone, so please ignore the typos and such) "I was woken up around midnight by the sound of wood being moved around, flapping wings, and the cries of a chicken. I asked, "is that our chickens?!?" as I rushed down…
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Sex talk
My kids are getting a little older, and it's getting about time to start thinking about the sex talk... So I thought I'd come to my "friendly" MFP community and ask some questions about it! 1. How old were you when you got the "sex" or "where babies come from" talk? 2. Do you think you were ready for it,…
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contract marriage?
If you found yourself in an unfortunate situation, would you contract marry someone? For example, you have a health problem and a friend of yours has fantastic insurance (that also treats old/standing issues). Would you marry them for their insurance if you two agreed - living separate lives as friends only? Meaning: you…
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You know you're PMS'ing when...
You decide you're craving a cheesecake crust, so start making it with every intention of eating it with nothing on it. Then, as you're pressing it into muffin tins (it will be 3 servings), you think it would be a fun idea to spread peanut butter on one, then drop chocolate chips on it! Oh! And this one can have just…
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CONFESSION TIME
I have 14 calories left for my day. It is 2:20p. I also ate a donut and a half for breakfast.
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Needed to see it side by side...
In one week I will be celebrating the 4 year anniversary of the day I decided to actually try to lose weight then keep it off. The plan was to do a side-by-side, then post it that day... but we're all know how it goes when you're quite surprised by what you see... I honestly had no idea the difference was this, wow.…
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Jealous much?
I aspire to be an endurance runner and know that a) speed work is important, b) distance/length of time is important, and c) enjoying it is important. The last 2 days I went to the gym and ran with a guy I met there last week. He's quite a bit faster too and yes, I peeked at his treadmill when I first saw him there (he was…
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Alone, or share?
This was asked by one of the more philosophical fitness experts on my facebook page: "If you had to choose between being alone for the rest of your life or having the mate of your dreams but splitting half of their time with someone else, which would you choose?" I'm curious what the good people of MFP think. ETA: It would…
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Point of breaking even
Being a math/logic person, I had to do the math. Gas prices are rising with no hope of going back down to less than $3/gal. That being said: I work from home with an office meeting 35 miles away once a week, my church is 40 miles away (once a week), and my Darling lives 50 miles away (I visit once a week when I'm not…
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I was [overweight] because...
1. I was not taught differently when I was young. My mom is/was a single mom. Starchy carbs were a staple, so was pan-frying, since both are quick and easy. (as an adult, I now know that my body doesn't handle pasta and bread very well) 2. Low/no-fat are Gross! "They taste different." "You can't bake with them." "It…
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Body Fat Percentage Calculator
Met a new friend last night, and we started talking. He lamented that there was no way he could be 37% body fat. So I hauled myself out of bed and googled. (gosh, I love google!) This is what I found. http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/home-body-fat-test-2774-143.html?ic=2202 Please tell me what you think, and for…
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Positive TOM Side Effects
My weight loss has been more than just pounds and body fat lost. Here are some Really great (gender specific) bonuses on my period! 1. More regular. I can tell how much stress I'm under by the length between, it's not so random any more! 2. Niagara Falls no more! Yea, that white dress is worn all the time (weather…
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Healthy kids' diets
I like to think my kids eat pretty darn healthy. Whole grain cereal, fruits, veggies, they even eat fish and *gasp* Like it! So we're up visiting my mom for a week and she doesn't eat like we do. But in the spirit of vacation and not being a rude guest, we eat what is offered. So, In n Out, Burger King, Dominos, you get…
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Going raw *blush*
This is something I will never be able to do because I have a passion.... A need that wakes me up in the morning. A passion that keeps me awake at night. A love that keeps me going throughout the day, especially when I feel like I won't make it. I love it when it's slightly sweet and creamy. Coffee with agave nectar and…
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First NSV in a long time
I lost the majority of my weight in 2009 and moved to my current So Cal location at about my current weight. Only recently have I decided it was time to start dressing the way I want to, hand-me-downs aside, in a style that I have always liked. Out shopping last night at my favorite green grocers with my brood of 3…
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If you are wrong in all the right ways...
I've met several people on Mfp who are Just Like Me. They: Are supportive. Know when to kick someone in the *kitten* for motivation. Splurge every now and then. Are funny. Can be a bit diiiiirty. (lol) Are sarcastic. Don't take themselves too seriously. Laugh, and do it often! Enjoy life as much as possible. MOST…
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Tomorrow's a new day.
My @$$. When I have a real, honest to goodness cheat day, I swear it takes a good solid week to 2 weeks of blood, sweat, determination, meal plans, and tears to get back on the health/fitness wagon. I *kitten* hate that saying. It should come, eat the sugar and bad carbs from my house, gain a sh^t-ton of weight, get…
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What the heel?
I have been wearing these 5" heels nearly all night, walking around in them, dancing a little, trying to be attractive, helping to support the family and such. Then I come home, tell the hubby I want a veggie burger, that I'm under 1200 calories, and he tells me no! What the fudge!! I mean, come on! So he made the kids…
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YOUR opinion on MY logic?
Before about 2 weeks ago I was maintaining 136# on about 1450 calories a day, occasionally working out 2x a week. Then I decided to step up my game, start working out in some form every day, but I'm not logging the general strength as a further cal deficit. Nor have I changed my settings from rather sedentary. I also got a…
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White stuff in my hands
Yes. I said it. I have white stuff in my hands. It is delicious and strangely filling. At 15 cals for one whole cup, it is one of my favorite snacks. Somestimes it's sweet, sometimes it's salty. I can eat it all day long, until my lips are sore. It is pleasurable to consume everywhere, though not everyone agrees. When it…
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20 Habits: Women's Health
http://eatthis.womenshealthmag.com/slideshow/20-habits-make-you-fat#sharetagsfocus I already knew most of these, but had to read for hours before finding all the info. But here it is, all nice and neatly packaged for all of you!! :heart:
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With the help of....
lipo and jesus I lost 82 pounds. It was a quick, painless journey, and I would do it again. Those who KNOW me know the truth behind these statements. Yea.
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Wondering... Anyone else?
The hubby is up my *kitten*. My stress level is off the charts and my body is starting to react negatively. Even the hub is under serious pressure. I know because he keeps nagging and picking at me, it's exhausting. At the moment, I am fighting the urge to start smoking (again... Smoke free since July 2009) or cardio and…
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Strange, yet not terrible, guilty plesures
I love my baby carrots with crunchy peanut butter. My hummus gets mixed with a plain Laughing Cow cheese wedge and I tear my sugar snap peas apart, eat out the peas, then dip the outsides in the mixture. Starbucks has never been a no-no for me, but now it's modified: Tall, skinny caramel macchiato, upside-down, iced, with…
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Clean v Not?
People say that they're going to try to eat clean, that they are eating clean, they admire people who eat clean, blah blah blah. What is your idea of "clean" eating? I view it as eating (expensive) organic foods. With that being said, isn't it just as good to eat like a pescatarian, or a vegetarian? How do you think…
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In your humble opinion:
We're all here for the same purpose: to have the body we want. That could mean we're here to maintain, gain muscle, lose weight, whatever. The best perk of Having the physical features we want is feeling comfortable with what we've worked so hard for. Given that information, what is your favorite thing to do scantily clad?…
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NOT for the serious:
I've met several people on Mfp who are Just Like Me. They: Have goals. Ae supportive. Splurge every now and then. Are funny. Can be a bit diiiiirty. (lol) Are sarcastic. Don't take themselves too seriously. Laugh, and do it often! Enjoy life as much as possible. You guys are *Awesome*!!
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Share Your experiences with BF
Was talking with my friend this morning about weight and body fat and we were wondering what everyone else's experiences are. Here's ours: He lost 17# and 4.5% body fat. (he was 187, and is now about 170) He would like to lose another 5.5% to get down to 10-11% I lost (total, over about 2 years) 80# and 13% body fat. (I…
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My Mfp Rant
There are a lot of people mud-slinging at Mfp and other members. So I'm going to join the forces and complain about the members... Here goes: Not every one is here to lose weight. Some want to gain, others want to maintain. There are different body types, dietary needs/preferences, and activity levels, as well as different…
