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Need ideas for lunch/cooler packed
Thursday I will be heading to Six Flags with my family, and rather than spend $60 for a pizza and 4 drinks, we are packing a lunch. I just don't want to eat a soggy sandwich, and really want to keep it healthy. Any ideas??
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Vein issue?!
I'm no stranger to lifting or cardio, and I know after a good, heart-pounding workout, the veins in your arms and legs can portrude a little. For the past two days, the veins in my hands, arms, and legs have been sticking out like I've just worked an ironman circuit! I haven't done anything strenuous to have caused this.…
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Shoe recommendations please!
In a nutshell, I have the worst time picking out good work out shoes! I have issues with walking on the sides of my feet, causing painful callouses. I have yet to find a shoe with great cushion and lasts after one or two times in the washing machine. What are some of your favorites? I absolutely HATE shoe shopping....odd…
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My "to date" loss, over 82 lbs!
I started my weight loss journey in May/June of 2011, I'm not through, but I wanted to post my progress! :happy: 233.3 lbs 150.4 lbs
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Who does weight-lifting only?
I'm not a fan of cardio...I believe the intense hatred of it keeps me from exercising all the time. I DO, however, love weight training! The feel of lifting, is awesome! To me, it's like stretching with purpose! I really want to focus on lifting, with minimal cardio, because I feel so much better after that than when I'm…
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Sudden belly bloat, going on day 2
This is very uncomfortable, and before someone mentions it, it's not TOM, not ime yet! Lol! It feels and looks like I swallowed a basketball, and I'm not feeling good. The only thing different I've done lately is eat oatmeal for breakfast and I had chicken fajita meat, chips and some cheese dip! I feel so full, even if I…
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Knee probs
Can anyone give me some modifications on exercises for knee problems?? Due to deteriorating cartilage(sp) in my knees, I cannot do lunges or squats without an enormous amount of pain, and I'm at a stand-still when it comes to a lower body workout. It's depressing having all of these workout dvd's that concentrate on doing…
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Almost 50 lbs down! With Pics :)
I've been running the long road of being a stay at home, home schooling mom, and cake decorator for years. It wasn't until May of this year that I decided I was tired of being tired. Reality struck when I was featured in a local magazine on my cake decorating. I patiently waited for the issue to arrive...and boy did it…
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Need filling, fat-burning smoothie!
Ok, I'm new to the smoothie craze, and I'm wanting a filling, tasty, fat-burning smoothie recipe! I now own my own small bakery, and I'm constantly on my feet and haven't got time to sit and eat a meal for most of the day, so I really need something that doesn't require buying an entire section of the grocery store for…
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Need food ideas for my 1230 cal goal..I'm burnt out!
I do the same things day in, day out...protein bar here, apple there, small things so I can eat every few hours. I'm getting tired of the same small calorie things. :( It's very difficult finding foods that are low cal and filling without spending an arm and a leg. I'm still doing it, no matter what, I just need a variety…
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Apple Cider Vinegar with "The Mother"
I've read numerous articles of how raw, natural apple cider vinegar helps with weight loss..namely one that contains "The Mother"...has anyone on this site tried it?? I've recently purchased some because of the health benefits to my chickens, and thought maybe I should give it a go! The brand name is Bragg's, and I found…
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Bloating...???
Ok, it never fails. No matter how much/little I eat, or what I eat, my stomach will bloat! I've tried cutting white flour, corn, certain greens....NOTHING helps! I'm beginning to think I'm doomed. :( I have food allergies to shellfish, but I am really careful reading labels, and I don't drink much milk and yogurt is…
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Confused about BMR and Daily Cal goal!
I was tinkering around on the site and noticed that my calculated BMR is 1662, but my daily caloric goal is a little over 1240. Why are these different??
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Rewards
What reward, if any, do any of you give yourselves for those small/big victories on the scale?? I'm 7.3 lbs from reaching my first milestone of 30 lbs lost since I've started my life change, and I've been contemplating a "pat on the back" reward of getting a new hairstyle. I've heard from many people that you shouldn't do…
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30-somethings needing to lose 70+lbs
Hey ladies and gents! I've been on mfp for a couple of weeks now, and love the tools provided to help me succeed! That being said, I find it so much harder now that I'm 36, to lose weight. I lost over 100 lbs years ago, but with time and life changes, it seemed to come back..not all, but the majority. I know there are many…
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Which is better? Cardio first, or weights?
I hear of the cardio first vs. weight training. I usually do elliptical training first, then weights. Is that the best way to go?? I find that doing free weights after a hard cardio is relaxing, and I feel a better burn. Should I rotate the work, or keep this way? I would love feedback! :)
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Weekend Dilema
Ok, here it goes! I've been doing well, eating-wise, and this weekend I will be going out of town. It will be just me and my husband so I can attend and enter a cake show. Now, my husband and I haven't had a weekend without our kids in a very long time, much less staying away from home. I'm wondering if I should splurge…
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Starvation mode-am I experiencing an eating disorder??
I keep reading about your body hitting starvation mode if you eat too few calories. I'm very guilty about doing this since I started my weight loss goals almost 3 weeks ago. The strange thing is, it's not intentional! From the moment I set my mind to get back to where I was 5 years ago, it's almost like my body isn't…
