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Fredakay
  • By Fredakay · New reply 8:51 am
  • Journal · 4 replies
  • Hi everyone, I am just starting to get into running. I would like to run a 5 K this Spring. My daughter has got me started and I really need to lose weight. Any suggestions for a newbie ...

Permanent Damage for Temp. Meds O.o

KylerInjection
  • By KylerInjection · New reply 8:47 am
  • Journal · 2 replies
  • So I am pretty sure I never blogged on this before. For those of you who know me a good bit, you know that I do not take medication anymore due to more "personal" issues (for lack of a better word). I ...

Looking for committed buddy to hold each other accountable

ourkidsrule
  • By ourkidsrule · Posted 8:37 am
  • Discussion in Find a Buddy · 0 replies
  • Hello! I started using the wii board this week, and I am really sore. I haven't been able to wrap my head around losing wieght or dieting yet and was wondering if anyone was in need of a buddy. This will ...

Week 4 day 5 What a beautiful day!

pearl1974
  • By pearl1974 · Posted 8:36 am
  • Journal · 0 replies
  • The sun is pouring in through the windows, and springs first flowers are starting to bloom! Breakfast: egg 70 + toast 130 + cappucino 100 + juice 50 = 350 ...

Hiker Group - 3/19/10 Describe your inspirational sports highlight

UNCBballFan
  • By UNCBballFan · Posted 8:33 am
  • Discussion in The Journey · 0 replies
  • Good morning/day, Hiker Group! Sometimes we need a little inspiration from someone accomplishing something monumental to make us think "I can do that!" (or "I CAN'T DO THAT, BUT WOW!) Now that the NCAA ...

Back Surgery

lilgrannylaura
  • By lilgrannylaura · Posted 8:26 am
  • Journal · 0 replies
  • I will be going in the for back surgery on the 24th of March. I had this same surgery in 1980 & no problems till now. It is the L4 & 5, S1. They say I will be in the hospital about 24 hours. WOW ! Things ...

I knew she would do that

Be-Gelias
  • By Be-Gelias · New reply 7:10 am
  • Journal · 1 reply
  • so after my mom and dads oldest daughter and I got into .a heated discussion she called mommy and daddy and told on me.....................OMG She is freakin 40 years old. I know why she did though caused ...

March Madness epidemic

UNCBballFan
  • By UNCBballFan · New reply 6:48 am
  • Journal · 3 replies
  • Joy, Joy, Joy... the brackets have been announced! Let the games begin! Even though my beloved Heels stank this year, I have been having fun following the teams nationally and I've decided my best option ...

I need a challenge buddy

jb15
  • By jb15 · New reply 3:54 am
  • Discussion in Find a Buddy · 8 replies
  • Heyy guys ^_^ I'm 15 and I'm looking to lose 30lbs. Anybody wanna be my challenge buddy ...

Day 10 in A Year of Change

Caylybee
  • By Caylybee · Posted 1:35 am
  • Journal · 0 replies
  • Well, today wasn't exciting, at least in the diet/exercise part of life. I decided today was going to be my rest day of the week instead of walking or jogging. I've been a bit sore and tired and so I ...

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Weight loss at 60

RobinAt60
  • By RobinAt60 · New reply 12:24 am
  • Discussion in Weight Loss Solutions · 17 replies
  • I have just turned 60. Last November I started swimming each day to try and lose weight. Between Nov and Jan I swam 40 miles. Didn't lose an ounce. Joined the gym. Worked out each day with the odd exception ...

I Look Brutish?? et tu brute....?

sidhedraoi
  • By sidhedraoi · New reply 12:01 am
  • Journal · 35 replies
  • I feel a little backstabbed, but before I get to that heres something positive!! Today's workout I decided to incorporate the p90x philosophy of muscle confusion. Used a weighted barbell for my arms instead ...

Teen Online Buddy

Fit_n_sassy
  • By Fit_n_sassy · Posted yesterday at 11:23 pm
  • Discussion in Find a Buddy · 0 replies
  • I am 18, and I need to lose 70lbs. I am looking for a buddy who can help keep me motivated who needs to lose approx 70lbs also. If you are female and close to my age that would also be good. I'm not really ...

I am truly sorry.....Lord Please Embrace Me !!!!

MelissaShuford
  • By MelissaShuford · New reply yesterday at 10:25 pm
  • Journal · 15 replies
  • I know I have not been very supportive for anyone lately and I am truly sorry but I absolutely feel like crap~no nice way to put it~I don't understand why some days are so much worse than others~its like ...

Suggestions for healthy Smoothies?

bullseyesmama
  • By bullseyesmama · New reply yesterday at 10:17 pm
  • Discussion in Good Food · 10 replies
  • I love making my own smoothies but just recently learned that Orange Juice contains ALOT of sugar!!!I'm a sugarholic. Yikes! Is there a better way to make smoothies with frozen fruit and ...

Day 11 of Body Challenge

GibzGirl
  • By GibzGirl · Posted yesterday at 9:30 pm
  • Journal · 0 replies
  • I am down 3 more pounds! The numbers go like this: January 1 - 235 pounds (begin life change) Day 1 Body Challenge - 220 pounds Day 3 - 218 pounds Day 8 - 216 pounds Day 11 - 213 pounds I have donated ...

Pilates??

pricen1
  • By pricen1 · New reply yesterday at 9:22 pm
  • Journal · 6 replies
  • Any one know anything on Pilates? I think there are different versions of it. Any suggestions? I am a beginner in need of some core strengthening ...

Buddy Needed!!

AshxHand
  • By AshxHand · New reply yesterday at 9:19 pm
  • Discussion in Find a Buddy · 6 replies
  • I had a baby nearly 8 months ago and am looking for a buddy. Online is fine. I was losing weight before I had my son and did well most of my pregnancy then it all went to crap. after the baby i lost most ...

Doing Pretty Well!

busymomofthree
  • By busymomofthree · Posted yesterday at 9:05 pm
  • Journal · 0 replies
  • It's been 2 wks. since I 'threw out' my scale and have been using my jeans as a guideline. I feel I'm actually doing better because I'm not stressing over a number. Not wanting to see a scale has also ...

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