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Giving up foundation make up
I have, like many other women, spent many years feeling like I needed to wear foundation to go pretty much anywhere. Working out and eating right has really helped me move away from this and I feel so happy about it because my skin looks much more clear and glowy. Here's what I have done to give up foundation (except for…
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Losing weight in the wrong places, advice :(
I know you can not spot reduce. I do understand that. My problem is that I am 5'3" and now 111 lbs. My goals was to go from 126 to 115lbs. My reason to lose the 11 pounds was hoping to have more toned, fit, strong, look as well as and most importantly-a flat stomach. I am not happy to be at 111lbs because I don't want to…
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West coast female friends needed
Most of my MFpals are on the east coast so updates are hard to keep up with, any other females on pacific time in their 30's out there?
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Snacks/Desserts you love (healthy)?
What are your favorite snacks or healthy desserts that feel like an indulgence without being bad for your health? I recently tried baked apples, cored and filled with cinnamon and walnuts and loved it! Also tried Yo Crunch Greek Parfait, yummy!
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NSV lifting!
NSV yesterday: went biking with my husband, we had to lift our bikes down 3 flights of strairs. He told me he would take his down and for me to wait, then he'd come back up and take my bike down for me. I said "No, I'm strong now." and lifted by own bike down those stairs!! I never thought a non-scale victory related to…
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What you will never find in my food diary
I am not a perfect picture of health by any means, I just thought it would be fun to share what people will never find in our food diaries, only rarely, and almost daily. NEVER: Alcohol Pork RARELY: white bread chips (almost never) popcorn, pretzels, other empty carb type snacks red meat soup pasta fast food (few times a…
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No Foods?
How do you all feel about the foods listed in Jillian's meal plan book as "No Foods"? I was shocked to see that she suggests NEVER eating: peanuts raw broccoli straweberries soy and flax I'm not planning on following her meal plan 100% but was goint to follow the tips. I know she said they MAY effect the thyroid gland but…
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Tips for a less processed diet? Please help.
Hi everyone. I have been doing pretty well on MFP to stay under my 1400 calories. I also exercise 6 days a week. I am at a healthy weight for my height and gender. The only problem is that I still have very low energy and I know my food choices are to blame. I have been trying to eat more veggies, more fruit, and limit…
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Monday start?
I got my pack today and of course I want to start it even though it is Tuesday, and I heard the program is set for Monday starts. So my question is, should I do workout 1 today, or the Tuesday workout? I did do Jillian's Killer Buns and Thighs video yesterday. Anyone else starting today?
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15 mins of insanity?
Shaun T. of Insanity was on Dr. Oz today (I know, I know, a lot of you hate Dr. Oz) and they talked doing his video for 15 minutes a day. Seems really short? Those of you who do Insanity, is it that short? thanks
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Back on track after a bad weekend/day!
So I got a bit off track Friday night, Saturday evening, and Sunday morning (my diary is open) after having 2 months of pretty solid good work. But I got back on track with renewed motivation. I would like to share what help me get refocused. 1. Drank lots of water with fresh squeezed lemon (makes me feel like I am…
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Starting lifting, is this good?
I'm trying to transition to lifting heavy as a female as so many on mfp have suggested. Gym is not an option so I though I would start with this plan. Would love feedback. Background-at my goal weight (155 at 5'3" ) but not goal shape. I run 3 miles 2-3 times a week and do Jillian Michaels circuit training DVDs for a…
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How many pounds are your weights?
What type of weights do you use for 30DS, Ripped in 30, etc? I had been using 3lb (i know-sad) and just upped to 5lb. Is that good enough or should I work up to 8lb, then 10lbs?
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How many lbs are your weights?
What type of weights do you use for 30DS, Ripped in 30, etc? I had been using 3lb (i know-sad) and just upped to 5lb. Is that good enough or should I work up to 8lb, then 10lbs?
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What's your perfect healthy eating day?
Sometimes (not often) I have the time, energy, and money to plan a super healthy day of eating and I want to make the best of it. What would you eat, include times, for a super healthy day? (For me healthy means nutrient dense, not just low calorie). I know it should have lots of veggies, fruit, lean protein, whole grains,…
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Is a flat tummy possible?
Hi, my goal weight is 1 pound away. I based it on my height. It seems the healthy weight range for someone who is a 5'3" female with a small frame is 111-124. (According to http://www.healthchecksystems.com/heightweightchart.htm) I was at 126 when I started focusing on healthy eating and working out and made 115 my goal.…
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Which videos do you do the most?
Here are her videos in order of which is in highest rotation for me and my thoughts. What about you all? 30 day shred , ripped in 30, and extreme shed are pretty similar (the last one being a bit longer) are my favorites. NMTZ is great for days that I don't do cardio. It is really hard but I just do 25 minutes at a time.…
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Tasty natural way to get water and nutrients?
I was reading about "Sassy water" from the Fat Belly Diet and decided to make something similar. It was so tasty I ended up drinking 3 cups (8oz each). I thought I would share this because I know some people put that Crystal light or other powders in their water to drink more, or drink Vitamin Water or something similar. I…
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what types of healthy burgers do you make?
So this was delicious, super juicy and filling, but a lot more calories than I was hoping. Any suggestions on a lighter burger? I wanted to make a more healthy burger tonight so I used: ground chicken (not a huge fan of ground turkey, though I enjoy turkey in other forms) 190 calories I mixed in 1/2 tsp basil pesto lemon…
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Brooke Burke new Workout DVD?
Has anyone tried Brooke Burke's new workout DVD, Tone and Tighten or Strengthen and Condition? I usually use Jillian Michael's dvds a few times a week (love them). But was thinking of adding one of Brooke's. Not sure which to get so wondering if anyone has tried and what you think? Thanks!
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Healthy "pizza"
This is a variation of something I saw on Dr. Oz Guerrero - 100% Whole Wheat Soft Taco Flour Tortilla, 1 tortilla 120 calories Laura Lynn - Whole Pealed Tomatoes (No Salt Added), 1/4 cup 13 calories Athenos - Reduced Fat Feta Cheese- Crumbled, 1/8 cup 30 calories Sauce:Classico - Basil Pesto 1.5 teaspoon 60 calories Spices…
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Do I really need a rest day?
If my workouts are not that intense do I really need a rest day? I don't want to love my motivation by I don't want to burn out either. Here's what I have been up to, please let me know if you think I should rest today: (The DVD's are all Jillian Michaels) Week 1 Dec 31st: Extreme Shred and Shed DVD Jan 1st: 2.5 mile run…
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12 days straight!
My husband, father-in-law, and I made a pact to do 30 days straight of at least 30 minutes movement. So far we have made it 12 days! Week 1 Dec 31st: Extreme Shred and Shed DVD Jan 1st: 2.5 mile run Jan 2nd: 30 mins of No More Trouble Zones DVD and 1 hour walk Jan 3rd: 30 mins swimming laps Jan 4th: 1 hour hike Jan 5th: 23…
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Yummy Fish Dinner
Sharing a fish dinner I enjoyed. Was making fish tacos a lot or fish with green beans and sweet potatoes but wanted something new. I tried this today and my husband and I loved it. Please add any fish dinners you make with white fish especially. Yummy dinner- sole from farmer's market. Season with extra virgin olive oil…
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Is this a good routine?
Until recently I was jogging 3 miles 4 times a week. Unfortunately, my knee began hurting quite a bit (MRI clear) so I have been resting it. Now I feel I need a new routine to save me from knee pain and I was thinking of one of these: OPTION 1 M - 20 min swim (work up) T - 1 hour circuit training class (although I'm…
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is this a good menu?
Breakfast-Quaker Instant Oatmeal Maple and Brown Sugar (I know the regular flavor would be better, and steel cut oats would be even better) 30 minute jog Snack-Smoothie-whey protien scoop or half scoop blended with 1 cup water and 1 cup frozen blueberries or mixed berries Lunch-2 cups mix of arugla, romaine, spinach salad…