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Protein ideas
I’m trying to get in ideas for protein. I struggle trying to get in enough and find my go to will be carbs. I hav protein powder, but have since grown to not really like the taste. And am not much a fan of plain Greek yogurt on its own. I will use it for salad dressings or a scoop in a shake. But that’s about it. What are…
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Breakfast ideas
Ugh. I'm so disappointed in myself. I worked so hard for 5 months and dropped the ball the past 3 weeks and I feel it. I was going to the gym everyday 5x/week eating healthy and looking/feeling good. I got onto some new meds that I was having a hard time adjusting to and now am seeing the consequences. Ugh. I know I really…
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Desk job
I'm looking for some advice! I have been at a desk job for two years now. It makes it a lot more difficult to shed the weight like I used to with my physical job. Wondering how other office folks are accomplishing success being in an office setting? I eat lots of veggies and stay within calorie def. I also go to the gym at…
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Hasn't reflected on the scale- pics
I post this story for those who are frustrated or disheartened. These pictures are just over two months apart. I have been eating healthy and working out, switching between cardio and weights. Every week I would excitedly jump on the scale to see what was lost and be disheartened. Half a pound, quarter of a pound, gained a…
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I'm lost
Alright, I'm lost! My background in weight loss is as such. First weight loss success was through herbal magic. (Knew nothing about dieting, was desperate) I lost 25lbs Second weight loss success was with a boot camp. Taught me to eat portions and exercise (no calorie deficit) I lost around 30lbs After I had my daughter I…
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How to beat the bloat And water retention
I'm on week 4 of working out 6x a week, eating within calorie deficit, drinking 8+glasses of water, cut out late night snacks. Etc. I'm severely bloated and feel I'm retaining water. I've googled everything and everything that's suggested I've been doing already. I'm not taking in lots of sodium, I'm exersicing enough. In…
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Lost motivation third time around in weight loss
So a brief history on my weightloss journeys. When I first started dating my husband I lost 25lbs on herbal magic. I then gained 10 back but joined a boot camp and lost 35lbs. Eventually some of it creeped back on but I managed to maintain 170. Which is perfect for me. I'm happy at that weight. I got pregnant with my…
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Recipe HELP!!!! Need new ideas!
I see people's success stories and some of the foods they eat! Looks fantastic!!!! I would LOVE new ideas! New salads to try! Some look amazing and just wondering where do you get your recipes? What's your favourite salad? Supper? Thanks!!
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Went to the gym to start weights aaand...
I realized I don't know jack. Some of the machines that I used to use aren't there. There were some women there doing exercises I have never seen before! Ugh. I felt like such a loser!!! Any tips and ideas on some weight lifting exercises? Do more free weights instead of machines?
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What's your way to make weight loss successful?
What rules do you set out for yourself for successful weight loss? I'm not new to losing weight, but am looking for new ideas! The ones I have and still follow to ensure success are; Drink at least 8 glasses of water No eating past 8 If I want a sweet snack I buy the 100 cal snacks so I don't over endulge I work out 5-6…
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Weight loss while breast feeding
I hope someone will see this that can help me! Ugh. I had my second child 4 months ago. Three weeks ago I started my nutrition and work out plan. I have been doing pretty amazing with keeping on schedule with working out and eating right. I work out 6x a week and follow MFP calorie intake plus some to provide for milk…
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breastfeeding and weight loss
I'm a new mom to a 2 month little girl. I am breast feeding at the moment. I have been watching what i'm eating and working out 4-5 times a week. I'm not losing much weight at all and it has me a little upset. I'm losing inches but not weight. Any suggestions on how to get the weight to come off? I thought you were suppose…
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healthy eating = stomach aches?
Every time i incorperate fruits and veggies into my diet, i feel sick to my stomach! Does anyone else have this problem? Does my stomach have a hard time digesting these foods? When im not watching what im eating or incorperating fruits and veggies im fine! What gives?
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fairly new, my journey with mfp so far
Hi there, im quite new to the site. been on it religiously for 4 weeks now. eating good, exercising regularly. in 4 weeks i have lost 10.2 lbs. I'm finding the site to be very helpful and the message boards great for encouragement and support. I'm a new mom of a 5 month old baby, so just looking to get back to my…
