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Pumkin Spice Latte alternative?
Hi, As many of you know, it is Pumpkin Spice Latte season at Starbucks. While I love this drink, and I get the "skinny" version of it, it is still high in sugar. Anyone have any good alternatives to this drink that they recommend? Thank you!
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Tips to keep sugar in diet low
Anyone have any tips as to how to keep the sugar in the diet lower? Lately I've been going over my sugars. Today I plan to cut out the trail mix I've been having lately.
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85-100 pound weight loss stories
Hey all. I m trying to lose between 85-100 pounds and so far I am down 65. Anyone have any success stories that they could share or any sage advice on contuing this journey? My starting weight was 215 and now I am down between 150 and 149.
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What is a plateau?
We have all had a plateau at one point in our journey, but what exactly is it, and what causes it? Is it possible to gain weight during a plateau? I am just curious.
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5 pound weight gain in one week
Hey all, What could cause a 5 pound weight gain in one week? I know stress and hormones are a factor but anything else?
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SALT
Why is everthing so high in salt when low in fat? any tips to cut out salt? Are higher calorie vinigarettes actually better to have? I LOVE salads
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Running NSV
I have never been a runner, it's not my forte. Today though I was doing High Intensity Interval training on the treadmil and did a 14 minute mile! When if first statred exercising going 3.0 on the treadmil was tough and I think I could do a 22 minute mile. nearly 70 pounds lost, and what a difference!
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What is realistic?
Hey all, I have been on an weight loss Journey for a little over a year and a half now, and I am down almost 70 pounds. Is it realistic to say that I would like to lose the last 15 by December? It is just that I know that the last 20 or so are so hard to take off...
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weekends are hard
Hey all, What do you do to stay on program during the weekends? I think the weekends are the hardest for me...
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Exercises to tone butt
Hey all, what are some good exercises to help tone your butt? Any help is appreciated!
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Scared to get to goal weight
Hey all, I have lost almost 67 pounds and I would like to lose 85 pounds and see how I feel from there. I am not a very tall person; only a little over 5 feet on a good day :) . Anyone else have a fear of maintaing? For people who have gotten to their goal, what is maintaining your weight like? I have a fear of gaiing it…
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Weight lifting or cardio?
Hey all, What is more important? Weight lifting or cardio to lose weight? My Dr. wants me to focus more on cardio than on lifting weights now. I typically lift 3-4 days a week but with travelling al lot this summer it's been harder. My trainer does not agree with my Dr. though. What should I do? I am currently at a nasty…
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staying positive during plateau
Hey all, What do you do to stay postive during a plateau? I have been fluctuating between 148- 150 the past 2 months. I have been travelling a lot though so that can be a factor too. I have also lost so much weight so far, 66 pounds! :) Any advice for me? It has been frustrating.
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home exercises
What are some good exercises to do at home? I have a gym membership but would like to do more at home.
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low sodium snacks
What are some good low sodium snacks? I am thinking that I should cut back on sodium.
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What is your favorite Non-physical feature about yourself?
Hey, everyone: I am just curious what is your favorite non-physical feature about yourself? While on a weight loss journey it is all too often easy to just concentrate on the physical changes and not how your mindset may be changing. I have found that since I have lost the weight that it has been easier to stand up for…
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Processed foods
Anybody have any good tips as to how to cut out processed foods?
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What are your goals for the summer?
Hello, everyone! I am just curious as to what goals people have for this summer. Here are mine: 1. Get down to 35 percent fat I am now 38.6 percent fat but used to be 62 percent. I will do this through cardio and weightlifing, I love to lift weights. 2. Cut out processed foods. 3. Swim once a week.
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Calesthenic routines?
Anyone know of any good Calthesthenic routines that I should try?
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Fitness challenge at my gym?
Hey all, my gym has a fitness challenge that starts soon but I am not sure if I want to do it. They measure your body fat and muscle mass and whoever loses the most fat wiins. They have a seperate category for men and women. Should I try this? I am just a bit uncertain as I am not very competitive. Anybody do a fitness…
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help with stress eating
Hello, I am currently down 65 pounds but I have been under a lot of stress lately and I have not been self-monitoring as much as I should, Any advice as to how to get back on the wagon? Thanks in advance!
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tips on how to not snack when bored
Anybody have any tips as to how to not snack when bored? I am finding that I am snacking a bit too much lately. Thanks in advance!
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Exercises to help flexibility
Anyone know of good exercises to improve flexibility? Thanks!
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swimming advice
Hey all, I am trying to get into swimming. Does anyone have advice as to how to breath properly while swimming? I do freestyle mostly because that is pretty much the only one I can do properly. Any advice is appreciated :)
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Huge NSV for me!!!
Hey everyone! I have some great news! I was able to stand on the Bosu ball today for the FIRST TIME EVER! I needed to hold on to my trainer's hand for a few sconds a couple of times but I was able to do it for a whole minute! This is a huge deal for me as I have balance issues due to a medical condition that I have. I hope…
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potassium advice
Hey all, I am finding that I am not getting in enough potassium according to MFP. Any foods I should try? I know bannnas, dates, and nuts are good. What are some good low carb options? Thanks! :)
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How to get over fear of classes at my gym
Hey, all I am looking for some advice as to how I can become less fearful fof the classes that are offered at my gym. I have a personal trainer and I workout with her 3-4 days a week and I love it. On occassion, I also do boot camp. I am currently down 64 pounds and would like to try more classes to help my weight loss but…
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Excercise advice to get those last 20 pounds off
Hey all, I am about 20 pounds or so away from my major first goal weight which is 130 pounds; I am only 5 feet tall so I am going to see how I feel and go from there. For exercise right now I do circuit training 3-4 days a week with a trainer and on occasion boot camp. I also enjoy swimming. I try and get in 6 days of…
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Advice on calculating calories burned during HIT
Hey all, Does anyone know how to properly calaculate calories burned during high intensity interval training? Thanks!
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Stretch marks
Does anyone know of any good stretch mark creams to reduce the appearance of them?
