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Let's talk thighs.....
OK... it might seem silly to some, but... for those of us "pear-shaped" women, it's important. I've always had big thighs, so I'm working my best to improve my legs!!! I started my journey at 232lbs, and 30" thighs, and I've lost 2.5" so far. My goal is to get down to 150lbs. Just curious what the average size thigh might…
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Low Heart Rate
Does anyone else have a low resting heart rate... in the 40's??? If so, just wondering if you've had any issues with exercising or losing weight??? Or any other issues you've experienced that I should be aware of. When I was more overweight, my resting heart rate was in the 60's. I bought a heart rate monitor last summer,…
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Coconut Oil
I started eating Paleo about 4 weeks ago, and I noticed that coconut oil is used in a lot of recipes, and is supposedly better for you to use during cooking than olive oil. I've used it a number of times and while it's OK, it has a bit of a taste to it that I'm not a fan of. Maybe it's the brand I'm using... I don't know.…
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C-Section "Pooch".... will it ever go away??
Two C-Sections after the age of 40... overweight and out of shape for both pregnancies. I'm half way to my goal (still have 40-50lbs to go) and was wondering if my C-Section pooch will ever go away? I know I can't spot reduce, and... I know I have to lose more fat and build muscle to see more of a difference, but... just…
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Running in the humidity... Tips??
I'm a fairly new runner and I've only moved my running outdoors as of last October. All-in-all we've had some great weather this winter, and I've been able to run outside every other day. However, I definitely see a slowdown and it is harder to run for me when it is hot/humid out.!Just wondering if anyone has any tips for…
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When did you get rid of your "fat" clothes?
When I started my lifestyle change last March, I was wearing size 18-20. I've since dropped 72lbs and am currently wearing either size 10 or 12.... depending on the clothes. I was just going thru my closet today to clean it out, and while I've packed up two bags to donate, I have a bunch of stuff (sizes 16-20) that I have…
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Running when it's Hot and Sunny out.... tips?
I know many people are in the midst of a true winter with snow, freezing temps, ice, etc., but.... down here in NE Florida, it is currently 79 degrees outside and sunny. I don't mean to rub it in.... it's just a fact to share, and it has relevance... I swear. Anyway, I went out for a run today (only 4 miles).... at noon…
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The Dreaded First 10 minutes.... does it get easier?
I'm a fairly new runner.... only about 6 months. I did the C25K program on the treadmill, and then re-did it for outside running. I ran my first 5K in early December, and have my 2nd scheduled for this Saturday. Anyway, even though running is getting a little easier for me and I am slowly trying to increase my distance…
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Ladies... PMS.... Harder to breathe while running???
Just wondering if it's just me.... or.... has anyone else realized that the week or so before TOM it is harder to breathe while working out? I have tracked my average pace while running, and I am definitely slower and struggle more during this time. My best runs seem to be the week after TOM. Am I just imagining these…
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First 5K on Saturday night... any advice?
I signed up for my first 5K ever, and the day is quickly approaching! I'll be doing the Jingle Bell Run on Saturday night. I'm really looking forward to it, but also a little nervous because I just don't know what to expect. I've completed my C25K training, and have actually been running for 35 minutes this past week…
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HRM Users... What is your heart rate while running?
I've had my HRM (Polaris FT4) since July, and I use it daily when I work out. Most of my workouts are running/walking on the treadmill at this point, but... I was just curious as to what people's heart rates were while running. I know that everyone is different, and things like heart rate and calorie burn will vary…
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Low Calorie/Low Fat, High Protein food suggestions???
While I've been on my journey since March and doing MFP since May, I just recently really started to pay attention more to the protein, carbs, sugars, etc. that are in my diet. I try to stay away from processed food as much as I can... and stick with fruits and lots of veggies. I've switched my routine to only have 1…
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10 Biggest Diet Mistakes
Just read this while on my Comcast home page this AM.... good info that needs repeating!!!!! 10 Biggest Diet Mistakes by Audrey Morrison Aug 29th, 2011 | 10:22 AM | Comments 0 Originally published in the Fall 2011 Makeover issue of InStyle magazine. MISTAKE 1: YOU FEAR CARBS Carbohydrates have a sinister (and unfounded!)…
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New vs. Old Scale.... 1.4lb difference!
I bought a new scale yesterday since sometimes our current one acts flaky. Weighed myself multiple times yesterday and this AM on both the old and new scales.... problem is.... there is a 1.4lb difference.... with the new scale weighing me in at the higher number.... UGH!
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Resting Heart Rate with HRM????
Was just curious what everyone's resting heart rate is??? I was sitting on the couch over the weekend with my HRM on (while inputting my breakfast into the iPhone app), and... I noticed my heart rate was 47! Thought I was half dead!!! Of course as soon as I stood up and started walking around it was in the 60s. Anyway...…
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40+ and goal of 80-100lbs to lose
I've actually been on MFP for a few months, but never introduced myself. I'm 46.... overweight... and trying to become more healthy. I want to lose 80-100lbs total. I've lost 39lbs so far... since March. I have 2 small children (6 and 2), and I work full-time. Just looking for MFP FRIENDS who I can relate with and are in…
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Runners.... when does it start to get fun???
Back in March... when I began this journey.... I bought a treadmill. My goal was to walk on it every day to get me started on exercising. Back then, I started with a 21 minute mile (and it was hard to do). I have slowly progressed.... my distance, time and speed. When walking, I can easily walk at a 4mph pace (15 minute…
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Reality check... HRM vs. Treadmill Calories Burned
So.... I've been exercising regularly on the treadmill for the past several months, and I've been slowing increasing my speed and endurance. to date I've lost 38lbs. I've been using the CALORIES BURNED as stated on my treadmill, and all has been happy in my world. Then I decided... ya know... maybe I should buy a Heart…
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30ds.... when to move levels???
I've been doing the Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred video, and was curious as to when most folks moved levels? Is the objective to spend a week at each level and then move up, or.... can you spend the full 30 days at Level 1??? And then do another 30 days at Level 2, etc.??? I'm doing Level 1 right now... following Anita on…
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Achilles Tendon Pain
So... I've started to increase my "jogging" time on the treadmill, and had been doing very well up until last Thursday. My walk/jog went well, but I noticed a pain in the heel/back of the heel of my foot. I had been trying to walk/jog daily up until that point.... for at least 30-45 minutes. Wondering if maybe I pushed it…
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Losing weight, but not clothes sizes.... why?
OK... I know everyone is different, but... I've lost 31lbs, and I have only lost 1 size in clothes. I started in size 18 (and yes, some were tight fitting), and after 12 weeks I have only gone down to a size 16. The size 16 fits good in some clothes, and is tight in others. Seems crazy. I have an 80lb weight loss goal, and…
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C25K.... do I need rest? Can I work out more often?
I started my weight loss journey in March, and I started out by just walking on my treadmill. My goal is to walk/jog at least 5-6 days a week. I've slowly been increasing my MPH, and adding more jogging into my exercise plan (vs. just walking). Out of curiosity I started to read about C25K. Now my interest is peaked, and I…
