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My husband just got his lab tests back that show he is diabetic and has high cholesterol. Any suggestions on a specialized diet?1 -
@sandboxfitness
You've made 41 posts as of right now, and you have acquired 244 "Disagrees."
That's impressive. Not really, that says to me that in fact you don't really have all the answers.
Maybe take a step back and understand that there are many people here who know at least as much as you do and they WILL call you out on it. Coming into a 16 year-running community forum without knowing your audience is bound to be problematic.16 -
jnettaj1973 wrote: »Hi
My husband just got his lab tests back that show he is diabetic and has high cholesterol. Any suggestions on a specialized diet?
You should have been or ask to be referred to a Registered Dietician/Diabetes Educator for your husband's specific issues.11 -
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Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
You might need to add electrolytes to your water if you drink that much.6 -
sandboxfitness wrote: »Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
1 gallon a day is an ideal water intake
For who? Everyone in general?8 -
DancingMoosie wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
1 gallon a day is an ideal water intake
For who? Everyone in general?
The guy running through the Australian Outback in the summer, mummified remains found in the Australian outback obviously! (Fixed it for me)8 -
cmriverside wrote: »
@sandboxfitness
You've made 41 posts as of right now, and you have acquired 244 "Disagrees."
That's impressive. Not really, that says to me that in fact you don't really have all the answers.
Maybe take a step back and understand that there are many people here who know at least as much as you do and they WILL call you out on it. Coming into a 16 year-running community forum without knowing your audience is bound to be problematic.
What?!?! Is someone threatening my dislike throne. I guess I need to step it up....
Best advice.... keto is the only way to lose weight, but you cant eat meat, because it causes cancer. Besides, protein destroys your kidneys. We all know the law of thermodynamics is BS, but you have to eat no more than 1200 calories a day to lose weight, but none of it after 6pm. It can only be eaten inside a 15 minute window, after noon, and there can be NO artificial sweeteners! If you dont follow those exact rules, it all goes to fat! All hair the savior, Dr. Fung! Only men can lift weights, it makes ladies "bulky", besides cardio is for Beta males. Did I miss anything? I wrote this not wearing a mask with a tshirt that says anti vax is right. Now... maybe I will get my throne back... or banned.
*warning, this post is a joke.* do not read unless you have a sense of humor and aren't "triggered" easy.😉18 -
cmriverside wrote: »
@sandboxfitness
You've made 41 posts as of right now, and you have acquired 244 "Disagrees."
That's impressive. Not really, that says to me that in fact you don't really have all the answers.
Maybe take a step back and understand that there are many people here who know at least as much as you do and they WILL call you out on it. Coming into a 16 year-running community forum without knowing your audience is bound to be problematic.
Lol I don’t care if people disagrees. They’re in a bubble and don’t want to hear anything else other what they read on here.4 -
DancingMoosie wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
1 gallon a day is an ideal water intake
For who? Everyone in general?
Yes, everyone is general unless you have CHF or Kidney disease. anything else; a gallon a day.1 -
jnettaj1973 wrote: »Hi
My husband just got his lab tests back that show he is diabetic and has high cholesterol. Any suggestions on a specialized diet?
Is he over weight ?
Does he have any other medical problems?
Did he follow up with his doctor ?2 -
sandboxfitness wrote: »
I’m gonna assume here that visible abs means you’re trying to lose fat.
I’d lower your calories to 1600 a week. Leave your rest days and workout days the same, if you’re always going above your fat intake; why don’t you increase your fat intake and your lower carbs?
You have to hit your protein intake, it’s very essential you do so to keep your muscle mass and protein has a high thermic food effect that can help with metabolism.
Well my goal is visible abs so if the way to do it is lose fat then yes.
I will adjust the calorie intake and as far as the fat/carbs that's essentially what my diet has been, I increased the fat and lowered the carbs, I was just curious if it had any negative impact because it differed from the macros that were suggested (I used an online calorie/macro calculator).
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Theoldguy1 wrote: »Theoldguy1 wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »TakeTheLongWayHome wrote: »Are full body workouts any good, or should I just focus on something like chest/triceps or bicep and shoulder workouts? I have three different full body workouts that I alternate every other day right now. I want to get stronger, but I would Really like to look better with my shirt off, tbh.
any workout programs are good if you are consistent with them. Choose one and stick to it for 6 weeks and if you like it, continue with it
you can do upper body, lower body; upper body, lower body, rest for few, and repeat.
Take all your lifts to failure. 12-10 reps, life heavy with good form and keep your protein high.mikhnpaitsmum wrote: »Thanks for the offer!
What are easy core strengthening exercies I can do at home? I need to be mindful of spinal fusion c5 -c7 as well as recent shoulder surgery with bicep involvment and shoulder has now frozen.
I walk alot and have noticed back discomfort which I am attributing to lack of movement in my arms as well as poor core strenght.
Thanks again!
Regular Crunches, do them every 2 days. 100 every morning and leg raises 100 as well. Also do planks if your spine can handle it
Regular crunches and leg raises for someone with spinal fusion? And planks for someone with recent shoulder surgery and currently has frozen shoulder? I'd be much more concerned with the shoulder handling planks vs the spine. The plank is GENERALLY considered safe post spinal fusion recovery (check with the professionals you're working with).
OP, please don't do this without consulting your surgeon or therapist.
It's great you want to help people but as we all have different experiences respectful back and forth discussion is great.
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Think the bolded would be dependent on the individual and particular procedure that was perfumed. They should consult their physician and/or physical therapist.
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sandboxfitness wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »I’m here to help ppl; you can disagree with the advice I give; if they want to take it, fine; if not that’s fine too. it’s free and free speech. Don’t come into my thread to argue with me cause I don’t care what you have to say. you can disagree all you want.. I’m not here for a debate; I know my stuff and I got many ppl into shape..
Have you?
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The is the thing, I don’t have to; unless the OP asked why. I don’t get paid for this so if anyone else agreed with it then oh well; it’s open forum; I’m not here to debate
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sandboxfitness wrote: »Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
1 gallon a day is an ideal water intake
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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Theoldguy1 wrote: »Theoldguy1 wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »TakeTheLongWayHome wrote: »Are full body workouts any good, or should I just focus on something like chest/triceps or bicep and shoulder workouts? I have three different full body workouts that I alternate every other day right now. I want to get stronger, but I would Really like to look better with my shirt off, tbh.
any workout programs are good if you are consistent with them. Choose one and stick to it for 6 weeks and if you like it, continue with it
you can do upper body, lower body; upper body, lower body, rest for few, and repeat.
Take all your lifts to failure. 12-10 reps, life heavy with good form and keep your protein high.mikhnpaitsmum wrote: »Thanks for the offer!
What are easy core strengthening exercies I can do at home? I need to be mindful of spinal fusion c5 -c7 as well as recent shoulder surgery with bicep involvment and shoulder has now frozen.
I walk alot and have noticed back discomfort which I am attributing to lack of movement in my arms as well as poor core strenght.
Thanks again!
Regular Crunches, do them every 2 days. 100 every morning and leg raises 100 as well. Also do planks if your spine can handle it
Regular crunches and leg raises for someone with spinal fusion? And planks for someone with recent shoulder surgery and currently has frozen shoulder? I'd be much more concerned with the shoulder handling planks vs the spine. The plank is GENERALLY considered safe post spinal fusion recovery (check with the professionals you're working with).
OP, please don't do this without consulting your surgeon or therapist.
It's great you want to help people but as we all have different experiences respectful back and forth discussion is great.
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
Think the bolded would be dependent on the individual and particular procedure that was perfumed. They should consult their physician and/or physical therapist.
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Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
And I guess that is my point. When I took the ACE PT class the materials and the instructor really hammered home the point that in the case of anyone coming off surgery, the personal trainer should be working/consulting with the doctor and/or therapist to make sure anything the trainer is doing is appropriate.
Sounds like you have that covered.2 -
sandboxfitness wrote: »cmriverside wrote: »
@sandboxfitness
You've made 41 posts as of right now, and you have acquired 244 "Disagrees."
That's impressive. Not really, that says to me that in fact you don't really have all the answers.
Maybe take a step back and understand that there are many people here who know at least as much as you do and they WILL call you out on it. Coming into a 16 year-running community forum without knowing your audience is bound to be problematic.
Lol I don’t care if people disagrees. They’re in a bubble and don’t want to hear anything else other what they read on here.
Actually, that is not entirely true. I can speak for several people ,on this thread, who we have spoke at length and exchanged many ideas and theories. @AnnPT77 aka.. aunt granny, is one of the smartest people on here.She gives me feedback, good and bad about my post. Besides she is super polite! Then there is the @cmriverside. Aka... The Unicorn... aka momma bird. She has maintained an 80lb weight loss for 8 years. Her knowledge base is amazing. @ninerbuff takes the occasional client for free. Then there is my boy toy @PAV8888 ... hey snuggles... hands off ladies, he's mine. Lol he has lost 100+ lbs and maintained for 6 years. Guy is always evolving and looking at new ideas.The combined knowledge on this site is just ridiculous. We have NWCR members here. Take everything with a grain of salt and remember... stay open to new ideas. God knows I do.16 -
mylittlechocobo wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »
I’m gonna assume here that visible abs means you’re trying to lose fat.
I’d lower your calories to 1600 a week. Leave your rest days and workout days the same, if you’re always going above your fat intake; why don’t you increase your fat intake and your lower carbs?
You have to hit your protein intake, it’s very essential you do so to keep your muscle mass and protein has a high thermic food effect that can help with metabolism.
Well my goal is visible abs so if the way to do it is lose fat then yes.
I will adjust the calorie intake and as far as the fat/carbs that's essentially what my diet has been, I increased the fat and lowered the carbs, I was just curious if it had any negative impact because it differed from the macros that were suggested (I used an online calorie/macro calculator).
As long the calories are the same, and you’re keeping the protein the same. carbs and fats have little no impact on body composition since you’re in a calorie deficit2 -
sandboxfitness wrote: »Frompumpkin2cinderella wrote: »How much water is too much? I generally drink 12-15 glasses a day and in warmer weather as of now I think I'm drinking more. I think I lost count today but let's say 18. I tend to sweat a lot so I feel faint.
1 gallon a day is an ideal water intake
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
I never said there was a study, I like to tell people to drink a gallon a day instead of telling them to keep their water high. Ppl like measurements instead of vague statements3 -
sandboxfitness wrote: »sandboxfitness wrote: »I’m here to help ppl; you can disagree with the advice I give; if they want to take it, fine; if not that’s fine too. it’s free and free speech. Don’t come into my thread to argue with me cause I don’t care what you have to say. you can disagree all you want.. I’m not here for a debate; I know my stuff and I got many ppl into shape..
Have you?
A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
The is the thing, I don’t have to; unless the OP asked why. I don’t get paid for this so if anyone else agreed with it then oh well; it’s open forum; I’m not here to debate
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Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
I teach the people who ask questions.3
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