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| Pregnancy & Parenting | Short term disability insurance | Jul 18 2008 20:26 (UTC) |
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| Yes, you will have to research the STD policy with your company. Luckily my firm pays for the 3 months maternity leave.
Good luck. |
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| Pregnancy & Parenting | Short Term Disability...has any of your doctors taken you off work early? | Jul 18 2008 20:21 (UTC) |
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| Nenewa,
you will have to check with your HR department. I'm also a bit confused about the STD and FMLA. Luckily, my firm covers the three month maternity leave and I can also use any accrued vacation time if needed. |
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| Pregnancy & Parenting | Need Advise About the IUD Mirena | Jul 18 2008 20:02 (UTC) |
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| Hello,
I was on the Mirena for four years before getting pregnant. The first month was the worst with the bleeding and cramping, but afterwards didn't have any other side effects. I will have it inserted after I give birth in Dec. Good luck. |
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| Weight Loss | Goal: 10lbs a month! Anyone with me? | Feb 14 2008 14:41 (UTC) |
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| Good morning,
Hope everyone is having a great day so far. Wanted to check in to see how the week is progressing for everyone. Was wondering if we are keeping tabs on each other and if we will be having weekly weigh-ins? Since Tanaynay sent out th email on Monday, we should weigh ourselves every Monday to see if there has been any progress. If there are no takers, I can keep track. Just a suggestion but we should try and encourage everyone to stay motivated and make healthier choices. Maybe we can suggest an exercise or two to try for the week to try just to change up our exercise routine. I run 4 miles 5 sometimes 6 days a week and weight train 3x a week. I like to alternate my cardio between my tae bo tapes and the firm videos. I'm 5'10 and eat anywhere from 1600-1800 calories a week. Will catch up later. Have a great day. |
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| Weight Loss | Goal: 10lbs a month! Anyone with me? | Feb 12 2008 17:00 (UTC) |
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| Good morning,
I would love to join. I'm 20 pounds shy of my goal weight of 160. I started Jan. 2007 at 242 and to date I weigh 180. It has been a long road but if you stay motivated it can be done. Count me in. |
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| Foods | What did you have for breakfast this morning?? | Aug 29 2007 16:44 (UTC) |
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| toasted english muffin with peanut butter and strawberry jam, cup of skim milk, handful of grapes and 10 almonds. | |||
| Weight Loss | Struggle with Diet Coke | Aug 28 2007 18:57 (UTC) |
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| I was also a diet coke junkie but decided to kick the habit in Feb when I got serious about losing weight. My starting weight was 242 and I currently weigh 185. I feel that it has really helped me with my weight loss. I was drinking 6-8 cans a day. Once you get over the first few days the cravings go away. My beverage of choice is water and skim milk an some juice.
It can be done if you really want to kick the habit. Good luck. |
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| Foods | What have you eaten so far today? | Aug 28 2007 18:21 (UTC) |
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| breakfast: toasted english muffin with peanut butter; cup of skim milk; banana
snack - 10 almonds lunch - salad - red leaf lettuce, cucumbers, tomotoes, avocado, garbanzo beans and grilled chicken with fat free balsamic vinegrette snack: 100 calorie cinnamon applesauce cup; 1 tangerine Dinner will be - baked salmon with asparagus Have drank 60 oz of water so far. |
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| Weight Loss | How much water do you drink every day? | Aug 24 2007 17:11 (UTC) |
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| I drink anywhere from 100 -120 oz. I have a 20 oz glass at work and I try to get most of my water during the day. At home I might have 16 oz. | |||
| Weight Loss | what has been your highest weight? | Aug 23 2007 15:24 (UTC) |
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| In Jan. 07 I weighed 242. I am down to 188. My goal is to get to 160. | |||
| Fitness | Buttocks and Byebye dangly arm fat | Aug 03 2007 21:27 (UTC) |
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| I would recommend picking a cardio you enjoy doing, whether its the treadmill, elliptical, aerobics classes, etc. Start incorporating weight training 2 or 3 times a week. I personally would recommend the push-ups. I have been doing push-ups forever and have toned arms and a toned chest. I can actually flex my chest muscles for my hubby (LOL). You should also do some bicep curls and exercises that target your triceps. Be consistent with your workouts if you want to see results. | |||
| Weight Loss | What percent of your body have you lost? | Jul 24 2007 20:30 (UTC) |
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| I've lost 19.2%. | |||
| Weight Loss | 30 pounds to lose club | Jul 19 2007 20:20 (UTC) |
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| I would love to join:
Starting weight 242 Current weight: 196 Goal weight: 165 (**31 more pounds) I am currently consuming anywhere from 1600- 1800 calories a day. I exercise 6 times a day. My routine consist of : Running 4 miles every day. Weight training 3x a day Swimming once a week Yoga - 5x a day 6:00 am Kick boxing, aerobics once a week. I am two weeks away from completing my Power90. I've noticed that the remaining weight has become very stubborn and does not want to move. After I complete my Power 90 I will need to change up my exercise routine. |
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| Weight Loss | Losing weight.. Change in Pants size.. Whats yours? | Jul 19 2007 20:10 (UTC) |
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| I've lost 46 pounds and four dress sizes. I'm currenlty wearing a 12 but can fit into some 10's. I still need to lose 31 more pounds. to get to a healthy BMI.
I can relate with your posts. I have clothes ranging from 20 to 12. It gets really frustrating because I got rid of all my skinny clothes. I have brought a few items in size 12 but do not want to continue shopping until I reach my goal. I still wear my bigger clothes because I have not choice. That is when people want to comment - OH MY - you lost weight (LOL). I have not brought any new bras although I might do so this weekend. I'm still wearing my 42D's. My breasts have shrunk so much. I think I may be down to a B-C cup. |
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| Weight Loss | body changes and weight loss | Jul 19 2007 20:01 (UTC) |
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| I really cannot pinpoint the way my body changed while losing weight. To date I have lost 46 pounds and am down 4 dress sizes. I still have 31 more pounds to go and it is really becoming a bit of a struggle. The remaining 31 pounds are not budging (LOL). I think I really started to notice when my clothes were starting to fit lose. I think after 20 pounds people started commenting but I told them that I have not been losing (LOL). I can say that my face and body have definitely slimmed down. I have lost lots of inches and my body is more toned. I currenly wear a size 12 and can fit into some 10's. My goal is to get into a 6 or 8. | |||
| Weight Loss | JUNE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - Official Weekly Weigh-Ins Here!!!!! | Jun 29 2007 18:47 (UTC) |
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| start weight: 205
current weight: 195 pounds lost this week: 3 Total weight loss for June: 10 pounds. Reached my goal for June. !!!!!!! |
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| Fitness | man F*** jump roping | Jun 25 2007 17:28 (UTC) |
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| I jump rope in my backyard on the concrete. It will get easier as you get more comfortable with the rope. | |||
| Weight Loss | JUNE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - Official Weekly Weigh-Ins Here!!!!! | Jun 22 2007 14:42 (UTC) |
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| start weight: 205
current weight: 198.5 pounds lost this week: 3.00 total for June: 6.5 pounds. Have finally reached onderland (yeah). |
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| Weight Loss | what has been your highest weight? | Jun 21 2007 20:57 (UTC) |
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| Mine was 242. I've lost 43 pound so far. My current weight is 199. | |||
| Weight Loss | JUNE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - Official Weekly Weigh-Ins Here!!!!! | Jun 15 2007 14:43 (UTC) |
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| Start weight: 205 Current weight: 201.5 Pounds lost this week: 2 Total lost for June: 3.5 Onederland here I come (LOL). |
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| Fitness | Should I be embarrassed if.... | Jun 13 2007 18:12 (UTC) |
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| there is no reason for you to be embarrassed. No one is paying any attention to you or keeping track how long you run or walk.
I run 40 minutes a day (4 miles) and am in the zone when I'm on the treadmill. Continue your workouts. |
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| Fitness | Sports Bra's Help! | Jun 13 2007 17:44 (UTC) |
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| I agree with the posts. Champions sports bra. They keep the girls in place. I would suggest you get a smaller size. But try it on before purchasing to make sure you have a good fit. | |||
| Fitness | I am 185 pounds and I want to learn how to swim:) | Jun 12 2007 19:02 (UTC) |
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| Safina,
Don't put off learning to swim. If this is something you really want to do than go for it. Why wait until you lose weight. The summer is almost here and you want to be able to enjoy the water. I learned to swim 3/4 years ago. At first I had the same feelings that you have now. How would I look in a bathing suit? How would other people see me? I took the adult classes at the Y and when I got there - there were woman and men of all sizes. Don't let your size discourgage you. Plus once you get in the pool, no one is looking at you - everyone is looking at the instructor - he/she should be the body conscious one (LOL). Girl - put on your swimsuit and learn to swim. Keep us posted. |
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| Fitness | losing weight and shrinking boobs? | Jun 12 2007 18:56 (UTC) |
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| I'm glad that my breast size have gone down after losing 38 pounds. I use to wear a 42 DD and afer losing 38 pounds am currently wearing at 36 C. I love my breast size. I have a more toned chest now and my breast are the right size for my body now. | |||
| Fitness | Anyone planning on starting Power 90? | Jun 12 2007 18:44 (UTC) |
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| M3lody -
I agree with your post. My arms are my best feature now and I can see my abs wanting to make an appearance (LOL). I don't know about you guys - but I personally love Tony. He keeps me motivated and is pretty funny at times. I'm at the point now where I can add a few more reps before they are done. |
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| Fitness | hating your bum | Jun 12 2007 18:28 (UTC) |
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| I agree with Shill,
the more running I do, the perkier and higher it gets. I'm also a huge fan of the glutes machine. I usually do 3 sets of 12 (60 pounds). Don't rush through the sets and focus on your glutes every time you lift. You will notice a difference in a few weeks. |
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| Fitness | Who runs every day? | Jun 12 2007 18:21 (UTC) |
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| I agree with the posts. I run 6x a week. Some days are easier than others. During the week, I run on my lunch hour for four miles and make it back in time for work. On the weekends, I'm up at 6:00 am for a 40 minute run.
Your body will eventually get use to your routine so I would recommend pushing yourself a bit more on the days you have more energy. |
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| Weight Loss | JUNE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - Official Weekly Weigh-Ins Here!!!!! | Jun 08 2007 14:23 (UTC) |
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| start weight: 205 current weight: 203.5 weight loss this week: 1.5 total weight loss so far for June. 1.5 |
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| Fitness | Anyone planning on starting Power 90? | Jun 06 2007 21:15 (UTC) |
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| Monix,
I'm on day 34 or 35 of Power 90. I started last month and have been seeing great results. Let me give you some background. On March 1st, I decided that I was going to lose weight. Was tired of carrying around the extra pounds (LOL). I went to my dr. for my physical and he okayed my plan. He told me to exercise 5 days a week and to have about 1200- 1300 calories a day. He told me to control my portions and to pick healthier choices (fruits, vegetables, lean proteins). He also told me to drink my water. I drink 10-12 8 oz. a day. In March I lost 15 pounds, April 12 pounds. Towards the end of May I found this site. I was reading the post and came across a post from deejlb (I am not sure how to link her page - try to locate it - you will be amazed at her results. . She had completed her Power 90 and had amazing results. On May 3 or 4th I started Power 90. I had ordered the videos years ago. When I pulled out the book with the calendar, I was surprised to see that I had ordered it in 2002. Five years have gone by and I was never motived to complete the program. I have been very consistent (the first month is the hardest). I run 4 miles every single day at lunch time and alternate with the strength videos every other day. I also do some pilates and yoga and I swim once a week. So I am definitely getting in my cardio. I am using the 3-4 strength video and it is becoming a bit easy. I am currently using the 10 pounds weights. Will need to buy some heavier ones this weekend. I also love the ab videos. Although I do my own variations at times. The last few weeks I have increased my calories to about 1500-1800 calories and am still losing weight consistently. Last month I lost 10 pounds and a few inches. Every Sat. I measure myself and the inches keep coming off. To date I have lost 37 pounds. I still want to lose about 30 more and I am hoping that Power 90 will give me the boost that I need. It would be great to share our experience as we go along. Good luck and I hope you stay motivated. |
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| Games & Challenges | ROLL CALL - JUNE WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE - Sign up Here!!!!!!!! | Jun 01 2007 21:44 (UTC) |
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| Deejlb,
I am currently on day 31 of Power 90. You are my inspiration. Not sure if I will be bold enough to post my pics. Only time will tell. Since March I have lost 37 pounds but have about 30 more. Am hoping that P90 will give me the boost I need to reach my goal. |
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