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Goodbye Coffee Creamer
So I have realized I am spending around 300 cals a day on coffee creamer - crazy!!! I am going to start tomorrow to wean myself down this week to eventually no coffee by next week. Really the caffeine is not good for me anyway. Any tips or success stores are welcome. Or if anyone wants to do it with me feel free to friend…
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BMR - how do I calculate it?
I am confused on how to calculate my BMR, here are my stats: weight 180 lb age 36 Activity - desk job but do 60 minutes cardio or strength 5-6x per week I just sat at my desk and wore my heart rate monitor to try and see if I could get an idea of how much I am burning daily. So it says I have burned 115 cals in the last…
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Overcoming Negativity
Hi all, I recently have spiraled into a negative thinking pattern or as I call them "a funk" - I found a great website that talks about overcoming these feelings and wanted to share: http://www.calmdownmind.com/overcoming-a-negative-body-image/ http://www.outofstress.com/get-motivated-to-lose-weight/ - by the same author…
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High Protein Diet Equals Constipation
Ok I know gross! But if anyone else has this issue I have found a natural remedy that has helped me and wanted to share: Smooth Move Organic Tea You can get it at Walgreens in the US and it definitely works - no cramps or anything - works overnight like most Lax's but I feel better taking it since its only herbs - no…
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Recently Quit Smoking - Weight will NOT come off
Hey all - my husband and I recently quit smoking (4 months now) for the past month I have been dieting and moderate exercise but my weight gain since quitting (15 lbs) won't seem to budge. I am super careful about my nutrition and am doing a high protein - low carb - low fat diet. Anyone else have the same experience ? If…
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Heart Rate Monitor Cal Counter Watch
Hello, I am looking to purchase a heart rate monitor watch that does calorie counting too. So far looking at the Polar F series - any other suggestions?
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My 3yr Old Won't Let Me Workout
So I have a 3 yr old girl who refuses to let me workout. I have tried including her - I even got her own little weights. Tried doing a dancing routine like Zumba ,etc. Its always the same she is into it for like 2 min and then stops and grabs onto my leg or is weaving in and out of my legs or needs something every 5 min. I…
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Need Advice for Stay-At-Home Husband who is Unhappy
Hello, I know this isn't really fitness related but I thought I could reach a large group of people that may have advice for me. My husband has been a stay-at-home Dad for 2 yrs now. Not by choice more the economy, he has a carpentry business (nuff said there). So at first he was very moody, irritated and angry but I…
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Jillian Michaels.com
Hello, Has anyone signed up for JillianMichaels.com customized weight loss plan ? Jsut wondering if it is worth the money. Thanks :)
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Skectchers Shape-ups or Reebok Easytone - Do they work?
Hey all, Debating on getting a pair of the new shape-up / tone shoes. Wanted to get some feedback - anyone try these yet ? Do they work and can you exercise in them too ? Thanks.
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Working Mom Needs Energy
Hi All, I just joined I am looking to lose 30 lbs mostly baby weight. I do pretty well diet wise but getting exercise in just seems to be impossible for me. I work Mon - Thu 10 hour days then Fri-Sun I have my kids (5 and 2 yrs) so not a whole lot of time. I try and say ok I'll just get up at 4:30am and exercise before…
