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The Lounge	What does an American accent sound like?	Apr 21 2008 23:07 (UTC)	35
In movies set in Baltimore, MD, I can always tell if the actors are native or at least take the time to learn our accents. The Wire and Ladder 49 are pretty good. In the commercials for "Step-Up 2," the chick talking pronounced "Baltimore" the way it looks. Haha! That is not how we actually pronounce it. IT is Bawldimooore. We also say Warshingtun D.C. It's hilarious. It's Charm City hun!
Health & Support	How much weight to lose, or how many months of excersizing until it has an effect on high blood pressure or cholesterol?	Apr 21 2008 23:01 (UTC)	1
For your cholesterol, working out and limiting the amount of animal-derived foods will cut it dramatically. Around easter, I decided to become a Vegetarian after my doc told me my Cholesterol was at 205, when it should be less than 200. I got my cholesterol re-checked last week and it was at 183. I work out about 2 hrs a week. Exercising at increasing rates of intensity make your blood pressure go down. Also, cut back on your salt intake. I can't remember why, but it is bad for you blood pressure.
The Lounge	Biggest challenge of the week???	Apr 21 2008 22:48 (UTC)	7
I set a goal of burning 1000 calories at the gym today. It was a pain. It took two hours. But, I did it, so hopefully I will see the poundage begin to melt off... Now I have to write paper. Bleh
Fitness	How long do you have to jog for for it to do you any good?	Apr 15 2008 17:27 (UTC)	2
It depends on what you want to do. If you are just starting out (like I am) you don't want to start off by jogging. You want to walk. There is less risk for injury that way. Starting out at 10 minutes is good. You want to work your way up to 30-60 minutes a day to lose weight. Even if you are too tired to do 30 minutes in a row, splitting it up for a TOTAL of thirty minutes a day is just as effective. Good luck!
Weight Loss	From low 200's trying to get to the mid 100's (145-155) anyone wanna do it with me (FEMALE)	Apr 15 2008 17:19 (UTC)	172
Hey! Can I join? I am at 211 and want to get down to 136...
Fitness	Shrinking biceps and thighs?	Apr 15 2008 17:14 (UTC)
Original Post by youhavenoidea: Original Post by bodyscience: the easiest way to make muscles shrink is cardio and over training the muscles, try working you legs and arms everyday with about 4 sets of an exercise, varying your rep ranges from 8-15, working them everyday will cause them to over train because you are giving them no rest, when muscles get over trained they start to shrink, mix that in with cardio and you should be good. VERY cool! And see, I NEVER would have known that! Thanks! And used smaller weights and more reps. It stretches the muscle, but does not bulk it up.
Weight Loss	21yrs, 5ft 8, 221lbs want to lose weight 10lbs at a time. Looking for motivation buddys	Apr 15 2008 16:59 (UTC)	259
Hey guys! May I join? Start date: April 1, 2008 Start Weight/HT: 215/5'6'' Current Weight: 211 Mini Goal 1-205 Ultimate goal-136
Vegetarian	Don't hate me for this	Apr 15 2008 16:55 (UTC)	3
It may take your body a while to "remember" how to digest it. It's like people who get out of jail and go eat a pizza. Their bodies are not used to digesting it, and it makes them very ill. If you are choosing to eat meat again, do it very slowly. I just went vegetarian a few weeks ago. I have never felt better in my life. I have lost 8 lbs too.
Health & Support	How many grams of fibre?	Apr 15 2008 16:50 (UTC)
25-30G IS GOOD. Do not eat too much fiber though. It will push the food through too fast and you will not get the vitamins and minerals you need.
Motivation	Girls in their 20's who want to lose about 100 pounds	Apr 01 2008 21:45 (UTC)	10,675
Hey ladies! I am glad I found this group! I am trying to lose about 80lbs. I realize this is a group for 100 lbs or more, but I need support too. I cannot deal with chicks who need to lose 5 lbs to fit into their size 0 bikini or something. Hopefully, I will gain some ideas.
Vegetarian	Suprise...It's NOT vegetarian!	Apr 01 2008 21:11 (UTC)	50
Original Post by paperchain: I thought skittles and starburst were vegetarian as the ingredients list doesn't say gelatine. Watch out for things with "no artificial colours" because if they're red they've probably been coloured with cochineal (sp?) aka E120 which isn't vege (made from crushed beetles, gross!). I've been greatly disspointed many times when finding chewy sweets that don't contain gelatine to only discover they contain E120 ]= Also, does anyone know if the whey powder they've started putting in some chocolate (like milkybars and milky way magic stars) is vegetarian? I've researched it a lot but some places say it is and some say it isn't. It's definately in there though as it say so on the packaging. I've avoided it so far as it doesn't say that they're vegetarian anywhere on the packet, but I miss this stuff and don't want to be missing out if I don't have to. Whey is a by-product of cheese manufacturing- the other is curd. It separates from the milky product. I am not sure what they do to make it a powder, if it is just dried. If you are a vegan, it sounds like a bad idea.
Vegetarian	Fish Eating "Vegetarians"	Apr 01 2008 14:59 (UTC)	92
I wasn't trying to be insulting about the "super duper." Vegans are hardcore. I have lots of respect for you all. I have found a substitute I can live with for the ice cream. A banana, blackberry, blueberry, strawberry, soymilk smoothie thing. It's delish. Very healthy also. Thanks for the encouragement.
Vegetarian	Fish Eating "Vegetarians"	Apr 01 2008 03:49 (UTC)	94
Technically, pescetarianism is a form of semi-vegetarianism. I'm sure fish can feel when they suffocate. They thrash around as they die don't they? The fact is, some people eat fish because they don't realize fish can feel themselves die, for health reasons, or because they are just starting out in a vegetarian lifestyle. I am part of the latter group. I just decided to become vegetarian last week. I am taking small steps. I cut out beef, poultry, 95%of cheese, and all my milk. I quit my icecream! Do you know how hard that is for an icecream lover? It is difficult. I haven't decided if I am going to eat fish. The point is, pescetarians are moving in the right direction. They may get there one day. In this society, where meat, cheese, sugar, and dairy are thrown in our faces, I have alot of respect for anyone who even TRIES to go semi-vegetarian. To the Vegans and Super-duper vegetarians--- How do you feel when some uninformed carnivore scoffs at your "hippie-esque" food choices? You get defensive and explain your point of view. Just give semi-vegetarians, sometimes vegetarians, and other types of vegetarians a break.
Vegetarian	Resources and Information for New Vegetarians/Vegans	Apr 01 2008 03:12 (UTC)	33
I read "Skinny Bitch." As of one week ago, I am a pesco-vegetarian. I haven't actually had any fish yet, but it is the only thing I cannot give up. Perhaps as I get more used to this lifestyle I can take the plunge into a totally meatless world, but I haven't the balls yet. I feel lighter and happier. It is a great feeling.
Health & Support	Does it mean I'm overweight if my stomach isn't flat..?	Apr 01 2008 03:01 (UTC)	15
Your tummy may not be flat because there is alot of muscle underneath. Try not to compare yourself to people in the media. They can afford liposuction. Just be healthy.

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