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1 year post hysterectomy plus chemo
I just had my 4th 3 month checkup. I had stage II Ovarian and Stage 3 Endometrial. My blood pressure has finally returned to normal. I am mostly of sane mind again. My energy is returning. But I'm up about 25 pounds. I want to find a graceful and respectful way to treat my body after all it's been through but still find a…
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cold weather running gear
I'm having trouble staying warm while running when it's below 25 F. I'm thinking about getting another jacket with end of season sales coming to help me next winter. Please hit me with some suggestions? The one I have right now is too light. It is and llbean windbreaker with primaloft in the torso.
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Runners- Mile 2 drama/woes?
Background: I used to be a runner in high school. (~7.5 min/mile for 3 milers and 5:40 1600s) I am 39. I stopped running for YEARS. I just started back up in March with c25k. (love it btw.) Recently discovered that I have been chronically dehydrated for years also. WARNING: TMI Right now: I'm having trouble with mile 2. I…
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Upper Valley? NH/VT?
Anyone in the area up for short weekday hikes? 60-70 minutes? message me.
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Waist measurement for women
Wasn't sure where to post this... Where do you measure your waist? I've been measuring at my belly button, but I'm seeing pictures where people are measuring at the smallest part of their torso... Thanks.
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What are your keys to success???
I have given up on the scale. It's toooooooo slow for how I feel. So here are the things I have learned and am thankful for: 1. If I eat something sugary, I feel so much better if I do a little exercise afterwards. Even if it's just a 20 minute walk. 2. Eating out is a HUGE challenge and requires advanced planning. 3. Too…
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Calling all gardeners!
Friend me. A lot of my exercise this time of year is in the garden.
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Healthier raviolis
Ok folks, this is a lot of work, but totally worth it. Lots of fiber. I made these because my husband's family has homemade raviolis on easter. This recipe makes a LOT- 8-10 servings at least. I'm not putting instructions for the creation- same as other raviolis. pasta: 3 cups unbleached all purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat…
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Weight lifting for women
Does anyone have a suggestion for the "lat pulldowns" that doesn't involve a machine? I have dumbells and a pull-up bar and an exercise ball. Thanks! Elaina
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The Big C word... no- not that one.
Hi. I've had a couple of false starts on MFP, but this time... well, I have extra motivation. I was told last week that I had an endometrial intraepitheleal neoplasm. As they told me, "it's not cancer. But it can turn into cancer." According to the literature, I have a much better chance of it turning into cancer at higher…
