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Any June moms? Had a baby this month, join me!
Current-125 (4 weeks pp) Pre-pregnancy- 112 Day of birth (C-section)-140 Goal-110 (5'3") but more focused on toning, strength, and losing the pooch than an exact number Plan for now-walk 5 days a week, eat more fruit and veggies, no desserts, lots of water, less bread, continue breastfeeding Plan for 6 weeks pp-(late July)…
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Banana nut protein mini muffins
12 Banana nut protein mini muffins: 1 Ripe banana , 3/4 cup Egg whites, 1/2 cup Unsweetened almond milk, 3/4 cup Oats, 2 scoops Vanilla protein powder (I use a raw non-gmo yellow pea protein from growing naturals), 5 Medjool dates pitted, 1 tsp Baking powder, 1 tsp Baking soda, 1 tsp Cinnamon, 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice, 1…
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Morning routine ideas?
Hi! I'm trying to have a better morning routine so I feel great all day. I've heard some different tips and wanted to know what you guys do. There are 2 days a week that I have to be at work by 7:15am, but the rest of the days thankfully I work later in the day. I have been drinking water as soon as I wake up and also try…
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Revitalization Plan
Revitalization Plan My plan is to stick with this for 14 days and keep a log to see if I increase my energy levels and mental clarity. My main focus will be adding lots of green veggies as well as other colored veggies. The plan: Night: Sleep 9 hours No tv, laptop, or cell phone or 30 minutes before bed Pray before…
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Ripped in 30 accountability August 1st
I'm starting Jillian Michaels Ripped in 30 today, anyone else? My plan is 6 days per level, 1 rest day, also including running 3x a week and yoga 1x a week.
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Night time ritual
I've been having watermelon at night to satisfy my sweet tooth and this "tea" (I don't like most herbal teas. I like black tea but it keeps me up at night): 1/2 lemon juice zest of 1/2 lemon few mint leaves 1/2 tsp ginger (I have ginger in a jar but have also used fresh) add 1 cup boiling water I love it!
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What Jillian DVD Mix do you do?
Hi everyone, I have the following Jillian DVD's and I am trying to decide which to do. 30 Day Shred No More Trouble Zones Ripped in 30 Extreme Shred and Shed Body Revolution (the whole set) Six Week Six Pack (too hard for me!) Killer Buns and Thighs Yoga Meltdown I also run 3 miles a few times a week. I can never seem to…
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Best health book you have read?
I want to read something about health/nutrition/self-improvement on my flight that is fairly recent. Any suggestions?
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Help with headaches and mental fog
I feel like I'm always fatigued, and lately also have a slight headache/mind fog often. It is not for lack of calories, but I so think it may be for lack of proper nutrition. Are there any foods/beverages you consume or avoid that you feel have had a noticeable impact on your energy and clarity? Thanks in advance. (I have…
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Fatigue
I feel like I'm always fatigued, and lately also have a slight headache/mind fog often. It is not for lack of calories, but I so think it may be for lack of proper nutrition. Are there any foods/beverages you consume or avoid that you feel have had a noticeable impact on your energy and clarity? Thanks in advance. (I have…
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Eating too healthy?
Have any of you let go of some your eating "rules" from when you first started to be more healthy? I have been at goal weight/size for 8 months now and over the past 2 years have been focused on exercising regularly and eating more veggies as well as fruit. I drink more water, buy organic produce, and enjoy a green…
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Weekly meal plan feedback?
Hi, I am trying weekly meal planning to save money, time, avoid food waste, and make healthier choices. I am doing this for the first time so I am focusing on planning Monday-Thursday for now. Breakfast-lunch will be the same, the dinners will be different. Before work= Lemon water Green smoothie: 1 cup baby spinach, 1 cup…
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Today's protein smoothie
Peanut butter 2tbl + a little vanilla extract + 1/2 cup greek yogurt + water + 1/4 cup organic lactose free milk + 1/2 banana (frozen is best) + ice + 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder + blender = yummmmy!
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Yummy broccoli bok choy soup!
Healthier Cream of Broccoli Soup (very flavorful and creamy without needing any cream, potatoes, or flour) (You can use many other veggies-cauliflower, asparagus, artichoke) Cut 2 heads of broccoli, keep stems- just cut them small Cut 2 heads of bok choy (stems into small pieces, separate leaves) Put 1 tbl unsalted organic…
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1st sprint tri in a month!
My husband I are doing our first sprint tri Feb 23rd. It is a reverse, and very short: 5k run, 13 mile ride, 200meter swim in an olympic size pool. I am very excited. Swimming is my weakest. I've been watching videos on youtube for swim technique and also had a critique. It really helped but we are going to go for a few…
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Healthy Not-Too-Commercial Valentine's Day!
Happy valentine's day everyone! I always like to spend valentine's day doing something other than eating chocolates and going out to dinner and the movies. I prefer spending it outdoors. Tonight my husband and I are going swimming and on the weekend we're planning a long bike ride and picnic. It will be a homemade dinner…
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Desserts That Aren't Too Deadly ;)
I was craving something sweet tonight. I was thinking of making a nutella peanutbutter sandwich, but instead I did this: 1. 4 strawberries cut in halves 2. 1/2 banana sliced 3. 20 melted dark chocolate chips drizzled on top 4. 1/8 cup mixed nuts crushed and drizzled on top I'm glad I avoided the first idea but still feel…
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Best things you did in 2012 for your health?
What are 3-5 of the best things you did for your health in 2012? Mine are: 1. Start drinking green smoothies (2 cups organic baby spinach, collard, kale mix + 1/2 banana + 1/2 gala apple + 1/2 cup greek yogurt + 1 cup water + parsley, cilantro) 2. Get into cycling with my husband 3. Start some strength training (need to do…
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Homemade salad dressing
What is your favorite? I read some good ones when I searched salad dressing, but looking for more, homemade. I just made a tasty one that is 1 tbl olive oil 1 tsp balsalmic vinegar 1 packet soy sauce 1/2 tsp peanutbutter 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar Trader joe's everyday seasoning (sea salt, mustard sees, black ppercorns,…
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Getting more greens made a little easier
Whole foods has a brand called 365 which makes a frozen chooped mixture of kale, collard greens, mustand greens. I wish it was organic, but I like having it my freezer for a quick egg scramble some days, or quick side dish with dinner. Thought I would share as it is helping me get in more of the super dark leafy greens :)
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Who eats TONS of veggies?
Can I please see your diary if you eat veggies at every meal (or close) and get in a great variety? I would really appreciate looking at some ideas for inspiration. Thanks :)
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Eid Mubarak!
Hope you had a wonderful Ramadan!
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Restarting?
Just restarted the program on 8/16. The first time I fell off after phase 2. This time I am very focused and will not miss a day! Anyone with me?
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Friends who comment needed!
Hi, I'm a teacher and wife. I like to workout outdoors-running, biking, rollerblading, walking, and I also love my Jillian Michaels’ DVDs I have been active on this site daily since November 2011. Every day that I log on I take a few minutes to see updates of friends who have logged workouts. I always respond with a…
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Best vegan protein powder?
I used to drink whey protein powder, I now want a vegan protein powder. The hemp and rice protein powder I have found are usually only about 9 grams of protein for 100 calories. The whey used to be 25 grams of protein. I am not asking for the best as far as quality, organic, etc, just the most protein. Any suggestions?…
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August goals (non-scale)
I have reached my goal weight/size. So for August I want to focus on increased health, energy, mood. 10 things to do and 10 things to avoid My plans (as usual) are to 1. drink more water 2. drink lemon water 3. drink green tea 4. 3 berry smoothie with hemp protien after workouts 5. eat kale, spinach, broccoli, arugla,…
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Fell off
Anybody else start strong then fall of with this dvd set? I only completed phase 1 (liked it), started phase 2, didn't really like workout 5 or 6, and feel like doing her No More Trouble Zones dvd's for strength along with my regular running and biking for cardio. I feel bad because of the cost but like NMTZ and Killer…
