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why is swimming so out of favour right now?
Just curious... In my quest to.become fitter I have found a renewed love of swimming, splashing about for fun, dedicated lane swimming and specific swimfit classes. I have tried to encourage friends who are also trying to get.fit to come with me but each time I ask I am.met with scrunched up noses and comments like 'i…
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Spousal Influence
Hello! I have been using MFP for a little over 2 years (off and on). I just started using it again. I stopped the first time because I spent years struggling with a severe eating disorder and really didn't want to be ritualistic with calorie counting. I am back on MFP because I need the accountability as I continue in my…
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Chocolate, cheese or wine?
This is just for fun. It generated a suprisingly lively conversation at work, so I'll ask you: If a genie appeared to you and said you could have all the wishes you wanted, but in return you had to give up one of these forEVER! Chocolate Cheese Wine Which one would you give up?
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You're Here now...I got your back!
Let me know if you need any training or nutrition advice. Dont quit!
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firefighting
So im new to this app but im going to start to get fit and lose weight so i can do the firefighters course and not be out of breath so easily. Wish me luck
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The New Guy
Hello! Recently started using MFP, determined to get my health on track and lose some weight, I've been neglectful of my health for way too long and have let it snowballed out of control. I'm 33 living on the East Coast hoping to lose about 2 lbs a week, so hoping to find support, motivation, some good recipes and all that…
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Thinking of "starting today"? You might want to check this out - pics inside!
I know the pics are the really important part, so I'll keep it mostly to images for now. They tell the story better than I ever could anyway. This was actually a couple of years ago. Probably 305lbs. They probably shouldn't have even let me on this ride. I remember this like it was yesterday though. About 2 years ago.…
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foot care - long distance walk / run
Hi I am walking about 10 miles a day on average with some longer walks up to 20 miles. I do seem to suffer from the odd blister still and tender skin. I have tried coating my feet in Vaseline before setting off, that does help i (I think). Do you have any foot care tipsbdor me to try? Thanks
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My diet plan/goals. Right direction?
Hi everyone, I'm new to the forums but not to myfitnesspal. I first started using it to lose weight a couple of years ago and it's helped me with portion control and a whole lifestyle change ever since. First I just wanted to shed some pounds which I succeeded in. I got into heavy cardio workouts and a low calorie diet.…
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Must lose weight due to health..
My name is Marie and I need to lose 40 lbs due to my asthma & back pain. I gained his weight working in a stressful environment I need motivation to keep me alive and healthy for my kids
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looking for friends and motivation :)
Hi im deborah i just started this app my goal is to get to 150 and i currently weigh 214. Im looking for people to talk to and share their stories and me to share mine. :)
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Little Spoons
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Need SUPPORTIVE Friends
Hey all, Just starting on my journey. I really would like some supportive friends. Especially ones who will glance at my food diary and keep me accountable. Send me requests! I try and be as supportive as I can with you as well!
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A 5'2" fat chick lost 85lbs and became a hot mama!
As of June 1st I have lost 85lbs! Pretty close my goal of 125lbs (only 8 more to go), but I might change it when I get there. As usual, I did the "before pants" pic and during photos as well as my measurements. :) Neck- 14.8 to 12 (-2.8") Waist- 42 to 28.25 (-13.75") Hips- 47.5 to 34.5 (-13") BMI- 39.1 to 24.3 Body Fat-…
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weight loss help
What can I do to feel fuller longer so I will not go over calorie intake?
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Friends for motivating and support
Hello everyone I'm Dustin. Lately I have been feeling alone on my journey. Which I am a lot of the time. I work overnight and sleep during the day, hit the gym in the evening and make dinner and relax after that before heading back to work. I kind of keep to myself at the gym cause I'm there to work not socialize but I'm…
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Jillian Michaels Body Revolution
Started Jillian s Body Revolution.....Everything is good....the recipes are so easy and the workouts are very simple ....I am 48 yrs old and 264 lbs......had a motorcycle accident in may 2012.......had a few surgery's...just got out of casts and still healing.....I am staying in the workout with very little down time to…
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How do I calculate towing my kids on my bike?
How do I calculate a bike ride while towing my kids in a 'rider' that weighs like 30lbs with two kids inside making it around 90lbs total? I use the Running (jogging), training, pushing a wheelchair choice. I have no idea how to start with this kind of calculation. Any help is very much appreciated!!! Thank you in advance!
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calories and when?!?!
Which meal of the day would be best to take in the most cals of your daily goal? Breakfast? Lunch? Dinner? I'm saying breakfast!... what ya'll say??
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I'm struggling to lose weight NEED HELP!!!!!
Hey all, Just starting on my journey. I really would like some supportive friends. Help me with food diary and keep me accountable. My biggest problems are my water intake and heathy food choices. I want to my a lifestyle change. But it so hard to do when everyone around doesn't eat that way. Send me requests! I try and be…
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I can't...
go on this journey alone! I've always struggled with my weight but never had an issue getting the motivation to exercise and lose weight. This time around with my health issues, new baby, and busy lifestyle I find that I need a buddy. Someone that can hold me accountable. This will be a mutual thing because I also want to…
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what are some good ab workouts?
:)
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Lost 20 Lb. have 40 more to go, is it too early to start toning?
Hi everyone. I have lost a little over 20 lbs so far but still need to lose 40 more lbs. I haven't exercised since Feb and I am considering joining a gym to start working out I want to start toning since my skin is flabby. I can do cardio at home with the dvds but I was thinking of using the weights and the machines at a…
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Arms and Abs
I need workouts to tone arms and abs
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Belly Fat Blues
Hi everyone I'm new and need support in shedding that extra fat off my stomach