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Why men don't write advice columns
Dear Walter, I hope you can help me here. The other day, I set off for work leaving my husband in the house watching the TV as usual. I hadn't driven more than a mile down the road when the engine conked out and the car shuddered to a halt. I walked back home to get my husband's help. When I got home I couldn't believe my…
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Christmas Bike Memory
I remember as a kid the best thing in Boy's Life Magazine was the Schwinn Bicycle Ad. I would spend hours looking at the ad, and especially the Schwinn Varsity. I wanted one so badly, but I didn't think my parents would ever be able to afford it so I didn't bother to ask. Well the Christmas when I was 11 was approaching…
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100 calories today equal 10 pounds in a year!
I've been saying this to myself when I'm tempted to have a second beer, grab a handful of M&M's off a co-worker's desk, grab a cookie off a tray, etc. It's really helping me that little things add up to big rewards and it's the momentary decisions I make that will determine my longterm success.
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What I love about having lost weight is...
What I love about having lost weight is not suffering in hot weather. I used to just be miserable during the summer and this year I hear people complaining about how hot it is outside and I think, hmm, really, I hadn't noticed.
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Today is National Bike to Work Day
It was a beautiful day for me riding in today. I try to ride in twice a week, but usually not on Friday. My trip is 16.6 miles one way. Who else participated.
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Tomorrow is National Bike to work day, who's in?
I'm planning to bike to work tomorrow, who's with me? Please log in to make a committment and tomorrow we can log our experiences. Let's have some fun with this.
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2009 I want to go out swinging
The little devil :devil: on my shoulder is telling me that since I indulged during Christmas that I might as well enjoy myself this week and start fresh after the new year. Instead, I've decided that I want to end the year with a positive week and give myself a running head start for the new year. I'm committing myself to…
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Santa Fe Frittata
We had this for breakfast this morning. It's easy, fast, filling, and good enough to serve to guests who are not watching their calories. Santa Fe Frittata 1 16 oz Bag frozen mixed vegetables (broccoli, corn, red peppers) 1 Carton Southwestern Egg Beaters 4 oz pepperjack cheese shredded Directions: Preheat large non-stick…
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Lunch Ideas
I would really appreciate some fresh lunch ideas. I work in an office and have access to a Refrigerator and microwave. I have to tell you that I'm pretty much done with frozen entrees, and find that when I take them to work I don't want my lunch and end going out and finding something I regret. Thanks,
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Peachy Keen Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins
This is a Hungry Girl Recipe. We had these for breakfast this morning with the Santa Fe Frittata that I'm going to add right after this. Good enough to serve to people who aren't watching their calories Peachy Keen Pumpkin Oatmeal Muffins 1 1/4 Cups regular oats 3/4 Cup Bisquick Heart Smart Baking Mix 1 Cup Skim Milk 1/2…
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What high calorie foods do you dislike?
Egg Nog- Blech, it's disgusting. There is not enough rum in the world to make that taste good.
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All I want for Christmas is some motivation
I just can't seem to get motivated. A little while ago I went to the kitchen at work to get some coffee in which to mix my protein shake and the pot was empty, so I made a new pot. While it was brewing I ate not one, but two pieces of Cheesecake. UGH! Everyday I wake up intending to do well, and everyday I fail. I've been…
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Arroz con Pollo
4 Boneless skinless Chicken breasts 2 teaspoons Olive Oil Salt and Pepper Paprika 1 large onion chopped 1 green pepper 4 cloves garlic minced 1 cup long grain rice 1 can chicken broth 14.5 oz 1/3 Cup dry white wine 1 Can stewed tomatoes 14-16 ounces 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) Preparation Heat oil in…
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What is your favorite workout music
Okay, I am sick of everything on my I-Pod, and desparately need ideas. What is your favorite jogging/ workout music? Rock on!!!!
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Trapped in donut Hell
Okay after the gym this morning I stopped at 7/11 for coffee. The lady tells me “oh, with a large coffee you get a free donut”. I tell her no thank you and get out of there intact. Then I get to work and there are 4 dozen Krispy Kremes on the lunchroom table. The devil on my shoulder is saying “you can eat one and log it,…
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Short term challenge
I have been struggling for the past couple of weeks. Every day I get up and say that it's a brand new day and I'm going to stay within my calories and every day I blow it. I feel defeated. I feel like if I can just get a couple of days under my belt that I will be back on track. I am committing to staying within my…
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Fat grams
I find that I consistently exceed my goals in protein and fiber, but I'm extremely short of my goal in fat. I'm wondering if this is something I should be concerned about. I know that number is probably an upper limit unlike the other two, but I also know that fat is necessary for a healthy diet. I'm wondering also if I…
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Success trusting the calorie Counters and eating all the cal
Are any of you having consistent success using the numbers in the excercise logs and eating all the calories. I'm new to mfp and finding it hard to feel confident about this system, but maybe this is the loudmouth insecure fat guy inside me who doesn't want to change talking.
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This is incredible
I am new to this site, but not to weight loss. About 3 years ago I lost 115 pounds, but over time about 30 pounds have crept back on. This site was just what I needed to kick start me into getting the weight back off and getting myself healthy again. I felt so much better when I weighed less and I want to get there again.…
