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Disappearing willpower?
I've been kicking butt for the last six months, and then this last two weeks, it's like I can't say no to anything! I'm working out a ton, but since I'm eating ALL THE FOOD I'm starting to gain again. I normally eat 125-130 g of protein each day, so I don't think I'm missing out there. I eat plenty of carbs and fats…
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Increased Workouts and HUNGRY
Hey guys, I know I've seen posts about this topic before, but I didn't see a recent one so I'm just posting a new one. I've been working out quite a bit more recently. Running about 15 miles a week (which isn't the problem) and recently started lifting twice a week (which IS the problem). I've noticed that since I've…
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Pregnancy
Hi all, I was only 16 lbs away from my goal weight and 1 measly pound overweight before I took a trip to Europe for 2 weeks. Now I am 10 lbs. overweight and 25 lbs from my goal weight. Sigh... My husband and I have decided that we'd really like to try to give our daughter a younger brother/sister, and things would work out…
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new member here!
Hi everyone, I thought I'd join the group since I'm training for my first half marathon (June 2, 2012). I just finished an 8 mile run on Saturday, will do another this weekend and then move up to 9 miles the weekend after that. I'm feeling pretty good about where I'm at!
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Long distance runners: What is your favorite recovery food?
Hi all, I'm training for a half marathon and just finished running 8 miles (yay!). I came home and was desperate for protein and carbs. Unfortunately, we need to go to the grocery store. So I ended up eating some shrimp and frosted mini wheats. What do you all eat after a long run? Are protein and carbs a good way to go?…
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feeling weak (question for runners)
Hi MFPals, I've been eating 1400-1800 calories each day, and am currently training for a half marathon. On days I do a long run, I eat 1800 or 1900 calories. All this week, my muscles have been feeling really weak and fatigued. I haven't been able to work out like I normally do, and I've had a hard time motivating myself…
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Half Marathon Question
I'm running my first half marathon in June. So far I'm up to about 7 miles, and I have just been hydrating really well before and after the long runs. I've been reading more and more about people drinking water and even eating during half marathons, and especially during full marathons. I was wondering what you do to keep…
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When you just don't want to cook...
...what do you turn to? We've been eating in very consistently, but I've hit a rut. I'm tired of cooking. I need a break! Wondering what your favorite frozen meals/restaurant meals are when you're just tired of cooking!
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Melatonin as a Sleep Aid
Hey guys! My husband bought me a bottle of melatonin for nights I have trouble sleeping (usually once or twice a week). I used to have some pretty bad anxiety, so my doctor prescribed me a very low dose of Xanax to help me out on those nights. I never used up the bottle, so the pills were getting ready to expire. Hence the…
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How the heck do you log weight-lifting exercise calories?
I've just been taking the amount of time I lifted, dividing it in half, and logging half "calisthenics", half "circuit training, general". Is there a better way to do this? If I log specific exercises, such as walking lunges, the site doesn't calculate calories burned for me. Do you all log weight-lifting, or only log…
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Weight Loss Before Pregnancy?
Hi guys, I have a 14 month old daughter, and before I got pregnant with her I was already about 20 lbs. overweight (175). I'm now down to 160, with a goal of 140 by the summer. This also happens to be when my husband and I have decided to start trying for another baby. I was wondering if any of you have lost weight…
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Living History Farms Race in Iowa???
Anyone going to run it? I just registered! I'm excited, but nervous. I'm up to 4.5 miles on a treadmill, and this is 7 miles of hills, creeks, and mud. It looks like it'll be fun, though! People dress up in costumes and have a good time with it. Wish me luck!
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What snacks do you keep at work?
I've been staying at home with my daughter all summer, and I am going back to work this week. I'm looking for ideas for healthy snacks and meals that I can keep with me at school. Last year, I kept popcorn and dried fruit in my desk, but that got old. Any new/fun ideas?
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Poll: oreos or glass of wine?
It's the end of the night, and I have calories left. I can't decide between oreos and a glass of wine. What's your vote?
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How high does your HR get?
When you're REALLY pushing yourself and working out hard, how high does your HR get? Will you start to feel weird before it gets dangerous? My HR gets kind of high when I'm running (I've been running for several months now), and I feel fine afterwards, but it still worries me. I'm 26 yrs old (female) and I know it gets up…
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Errr...chub rub, anyone? (runners)
So I'm getting back into running. Got up to 3.5 miles last night--yay me! Here's the issue. In the past, I've had a problem with shorts. As in, my crotch likes to eat them. So I wear yoga pants when I run now, and since I've been running indoors it's no biggie. Well, last night, I got total chub rub and have these two red…
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Copycat Dinner #3: Heart Smart(er) Pie Crust
This isn't really a copy cat dinner, nor did I come up with this on my own. A friend shared this recipe with me; you could use it for quiche, or any other sort of pie, really! I made a sweet potato pie tonight, and it worked out great! 1.25 c. flour 1/4 t. sugar 1/3 c. milk 2 T. vegetable oil Mix together the flour and…
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copy cat dinner #1 chipotle burritos
So I was totally craving alllll the bad stuff today. Doritos, chocolate, beer, pizza, and CHIPOTLE. I got to thinking about it, and decided that there must be a healthier way to enjoy something Chipotle-esque. Here's what I came up with: For the rice: Substitute quinoa. Start with 1/2 cup of quinoa, 1 cup of water, about…
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I need new food ideas!
I'm getting so bored with the stuff I've been eating; we're on a pretty tight budget right now, so as you can imagine being healthy AND cheap make my options somewhat limited. I know there's more out there, though! So I want to know what your favorite recipes or go-to foods are!
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2 questions: loss of appetite and weekly vs. daily calories?
Hi everyone! 2 questions for all of you: 1) I'm about a month into MFP, maybe a little more than that. I've lost 6 lbs. so far, and I find that some days I just don't feel like eating. This is VERY strange for me. I love to eat. I was just wondering if anyone else had experienced this? It would best be described as…
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I'm tired ALL the time!
A little background: My SW was 180, and I am down to 174. I usually eat a pretty balanced diet--lots of veggies, some fruit, a good amount of protein. I exercise several times a week as well, mostly cardio. I've been jogging anywhere from 1 to 3 miles 4 or 5 times a week depending on my mood that day. I also do some…
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dieting and being sociable?
Anyone else out there find it difficult to go out with friends and family and stay in their calorie bracket? I know this is probably a common problem. Wondering if any of you have some advice on how to stay sociable and diet successfully?
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losing weight while recovering from an injury
Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and the website. I just started up last week, although I fell off the wagon a little bit around the 4th of July :ohwell: Back in February, I started jogging, and over the course of three months I made my way up to 3.25 miles on the treadmill at about 5.4 mph. One day, my left shin started…
