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Probiotics, yay or nay?
I have heard a lot about the benefits of taking a probiotics pill. Anyone have any experience with this? Any information would be appreciated, as I don't want my primary informer to be Google!
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Pear shaped...AAAHHHH!
Okay, since joining MFP I have lost about 75 pounds. From the waist up, I look very small and toned. HOWEVER, from the waist down, I still feel like I look huge! I do lunges, squats and cardio, but still can't figure out how to lose fat in thighs and butt. Any suggestions because I need help!!!
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Advice for "life after Advocare 24 Day Challenge"
Hey all!! I have been a member or MFP for over a year and had lost 80 pounds, but then due to emotional eating gained back 15-20. In order to jump-start my weight loss again, I am doing the Advocare 24 Day Challenge. Thus far, I have lost 10 pounds. I am hoping to drop another 10 and then maintain. Any advice for how to…
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Starting 30 Day Shred, anyone wanna join me?
I am in desperate need of some "partners in crime" to do 30 Day Shred with me. I have really been slacking when it comes to my workout time and so I am resolved to do this. BUT, it would be helpful to have some ladies [or gentlemen] to workout with me!! If you want to join, I will start a group and we can log our workouts…
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Lose 10 pounds in July, anyone?
Hey all!! I need to kick things up and need some motivation/accountability. Anyone wanna start a group for this??
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10 pounds lost in July Group
Good Morning All!! It's time to start this off right. I aim to lose a minimum of 10 pounds in the month of July. I am coming to the end of my weight lose journey, so it has been harder and harder to lose big amounts. I intend to make it to the gym at least 3 times per week and to hit my calorie intake goal each day. Any…
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has anyone said to you...
Hey!! I am getting really close to my goal weight...well, to be precise, I am over 10 pounds past my original goal, but I have updated it the further along I got. I have had others recently saying things to me like, you are melting away!! But, sometimes they don't mean it in a good way...in fact, my friend asked me the…
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Morning or Evening
Looking for advice/opinions... Do you prefer a good work out in the morning or evening? I have been trying to get up and walk in the early morning and then if my schedule permits then I will go to the gym after school. I would like to go to the gym everyday and so I am considering getting up early and heading out to the…
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Healthy Ideas for Easter
Hey all! I am trying to come up with a healthy dessert and entree to take to my Grandma's Easter dinner. Can't be too complicated, as my hubby will be cooking it :) Any suggestions??
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Toning and building muscle
Hey All!! I am working out 3 times a week at the gym - cardio and weight training. I am wondering what is the best "recovery" drink for women so that I can help my muscles. Thoughts anyone...?
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Need an energy boost!
Hey all, Recently I have been getting incredibly tired in the afternoons. I am trying to not turn to caffeine to fix this. Anyone know of a "healthy" way to get an energy boost? Thanks!
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36 pounds down, only 27 more to go - including pics!
I cannot express how thankful I am for MyFitnessPal!! I have been able to successfully drop weight AND feel and look healthier over the past 5 months - and keep it off! I started out to lose the fat I gained during pregnancy, but have now gotten down to below the weight I was at when I got married 2 years ago - and my…
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Need ideas for easy low calorie recipe using hamburger
Hey all! Since joining MFP I typically cook using chicken. But, I am out of chicken and don't have time to go to the store tonight. I do have a pound of hamburger though. Anyone have any recipes that are simple and low cal?
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"shape up" type shoes - do they really work?
It seems that I see more and more ads and commercials for these type of shoes. Before I invest, I was wondering if anyone has used these shoes and what type of results they give...
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Need an idea for dinner
Okay, so I just went through my cupboards/refrigerator and I have the following: Hamburger carrots rice corn peas green beans diced tomatoes Anyone have any suggestions for what I can make with these ingredients?
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exercises at home to tone arms
The more weight I lose, the more I am aware of my flabby arms. My arms have always been an area of concern for me and I can never seem to get them toned the way I envision. Any helpful hints or exercise routines I can do at home?
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Back Pain
I added running to my exercise routine last week [couch to 5K]. This week, I am having very bad lower back pain. Could this be on account of running? Or the shoes I have?
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Did well on calories, up my workouts...but gained?
Well, color me discouraged! This past week I did well on my calories and I even upped the intensity of my workouts. I was expecting to have lost at least 1 pound, maybe even 2. But, instead, I gained. What?!! Not sure if there are other factors I am missing. Or maybe I had too few calories? Anyone have any insight?
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You're looking slim...
Well, I have only been on MFP for about a month or 2, but it has helped me immensely!!! I have since lost over 16 pounds and am well on my way to my goal weight. The best thing is that in the past week I have gotten numberous compliments! My friends have noticed that I have lost weight, but most importantly my husband has…
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Need accountability partners...48 pounds to go!
Hey everyone, I am well on my way to my 60 pound weight loss goal. I have already lost 12 pounds. BUT, recently I moved away from my home town, so I don't have the typical support system in place. I am looking for friends that can help motivate me to meet my goals. Also, if anyone lives in the Des Moines Iowa area, let me…
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Ready to intensify my work-outs...looking for suggestions.
I have been a part of MFP for about a month now. Since joining, I have been walking, strength training and the occassional work out DVD. But, I am at the point where I think I am ready to increas the intensity of my work-outs to up the amount of pounds I lose. Any suggestions for a good way to start out? I am thinking of…
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feeling the "need" for french fries
I have been doing really well with watching what I eat and exercising for the past 2 weeks, but am feeling an intense craving for a burger and fries today! Anyone know of any tricks to curb this or a healthier alternative?
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Does the amount of sleep you get affect weight loss/gain?
I have an 8 month old daughter who still has trouble sleeping through the night. Therefore, I may get to sleep from about 10:30 to 4AM, but after that I am up. Some nights, I may be up 3-4 times. Needless to say, my sleep isn't the greatest. I was wondering, will this impact my ability to lose weight? Pass along any…
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Need Healthy Easy dinner ideas
Anyone have any easy dinner ideas or good websites?
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And so it begins...
I am new to this sight and have high hopes. Ever since my daughter's birth - 7 months, my first child - I have struggled with my self image and weight. I am hoping this will help give the motivation, guidance and support I need to get back in shape!
