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@quiksylver296 , that's bad-*kitten*! Way to go!
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With all the force of a great typhoon?
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Servicemembers using these devices should know better; it's an OPSEC threat, and I wouldn't be surprised to see a slide or two added to annual training - or, worst-case scenario, have these devices banned entirely on deployment. Just like you don't post your whereabouts on Facebook, one would hope people would be smart…
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I love mixing it with oatmeal!
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Hell yeah!
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Thanks, and those are some impressive numbers ! I know it's contradictory, but my job requires me to run as part of an annual fitness test, and 21 minutes would 'max' the event for me - so, may as well push myself for it. My fastest was 21:13 at a similar weight to what I am now, but that was several years ago. I'm getting…
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@BeccaLoves2lift Cool! I'll have to check it out. Thanks for the tip.
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I'd like to run a 21 minute 5k, get to 20 pull-ups, squat 1.5x my body weight (so about 218 lbs), and bench my body weight (145 lbs). I need to figure out where I'm at for deadlift to figure out what a reasonable goal would be for that as well. I realize MFP is more diet (as in, what you eat) focused and geared towards…
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If I see a rack of kettlebells or dumbbells that aren't organized by weight, it drives me nuts, and I'll start organizing them.
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I remember hearing that there was a specific exercise that showed good results, specifically helping women post-pregnancy. Something to do with the abs separating during pregnancy and having trouble coming back together. It wasn't just regular ab work or working out that helped it either, so maybe that's what you're…
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It's absolutely a stress reliever for me. When I'm working out, the only thing I have to focus on is the current rep, taking one more step forward in a run, etc. I'm completely in the 'now'. Nothing outside the gym matters. It's incredibly refreshing; if I'm having a bad day, getting to the gym always puts me in a better…
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Gotcha, I really appreciate the info. So if I'm understanding correctly: The potential upside of creatine is that it may lead to minor strength gains, and 'plump out' the muscles so they're more aesthetically pleasing (in terms of appearing fuller). The downsides are that it may or may not work (meaning it could be a waste…
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So . . . in the interest of not creating a new thread on creatine, this does make me curious: - As a fairly active female, lifting and running 3x week (with some lighter endurance/circuit-based 'recovery' activities 2x/week), if my goal is to get stronger - is creatine something I should look into? What are potential…
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That is really cool that there's a term for it in Islam (Arabic?)! I have to use a similar mindset to get myself out the door to go run. After an injury, I felt frustrated and slow, compared to where I used to be. I had to stop comparing myself to earlier runs, and just say, "Simply by getting out the door and putting one…
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It's good to keep in mind that's there a reason they say you can't out-train a bad diet. Exercise is an important aspect of overall health and helps with body comp. But for weight loss, overall, diet is king. Exercising will help, diet's by far the "bang for your buck" factor.
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Should they be able to share their feelings if they think you're getting too large or thin? Yes. Should they be abusive/caustic about it? No. I agree with this, as long as it's within reason and promotes a healthy emotional and physical state. My husband and I both made a promise that we would do our darndest to never stop…
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(3) eggs in the morning, 6-8ish ounces of meat (chicken, beef, or pork) for lunch and dinner, and a protein shake after working out. I suppose I'm getting small amounts of protein from other sources, but those are my primaries.
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My husband thought I was crazy last night when I heated up some black beans as a post-dinner snack (I was hungry, and carbs were the only macros I had left for the day). For a grab-and-go snack . . . I find almonds (or any nuts) very filling. Just keep an eye on how many you can have to fit your targets, since they can add…
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Ribeyes and other cuts of meat that have higher fat content - protein and good ol' animal fat in one delicious package. Fish can also be higher in healthy fats, depending on the type. Agreed on avocados . . .also, any nut-butters (peanut, sunflower, almond, etc). Whole nuts also tend to be higher in healthy fat content.
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@abarriere Absolutely you will get there! Sounds like you have a solid plan in motion too. I'm not actually a very big fan of running, so to get my butt out the door, I like to repeat a quote I heard somewhere, "No matter how slow you're going, it's still faster than sitting on the couch." Of course, the more you do it,…
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A few books that motivated me, but aren't guidance or weight-loss specific: - Iron War: Dave Scott, Mark Allen, & the Greatest Race Ever Run, by Mark Fitzgerald - Natural Born Heroes: How a Daring Band of Misfits Mastered the Lost Secrets of Strength & Endurance, by Christopher McDougall - The Boys in the Boat: Nine…
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Awesome! You can definitely tell the shirt fits you looser (in a good way) between the progress and before picture. Great progress!
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@CyberTone Thanks for the explanation, much appreciated!
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@abarriere - I agree with your attitude towards Paleo and Whole30! I've made recipes that are friendly to both programs, but it's because they look tasty, not because I'm worried about rice/beans/etc. And it's cool that you know for sure that your body is happy with it all. My husband would probably benefit from Whole30,…
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I see a lot of aesthetic benefit from Ab Ripper X, from the original P-90X. I think they have newer versions of it, but the original one worked great for me. If you Google it, you should get a pretty good description. Usually takes around 15 minutes.
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Great info to have - I appreciate the detailed, thought-out answers you've been offering. Since I'm fairly happy with where I'm at, and am looking to find LBM more out of curiosity than to use it as a means to develop a goal, I think I'll give the caliper method a shot. @mom23mangos: That's great your insurance covered it.…
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I've heard that's the best option, but what's the cost look like? I can get caliper/skin fold measurements for free at my gym, and while I know that's not nearly as accurate, I'm wondering if it might be good enough to give me an idea - especially for free, hah.
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@abarriere Hah, thanks! That's what I'm going to tell myself at least. ;-) Might get a lean body mass test just to find out while I'm on this "measure ALL the things!" kick. How are you feeling around 1800 calories? Good energy level etc?
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@deannalfisher That's awesome. It's funny, I thought of myself as relatively well-informed and unafraid of calories. Then, I started tracking more - and while the benefits of being more aware of my diet were great, I also noticed how easy it was to fall into the trap of being afraid of the calorie numbers going up - even…
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Update: I started making more of an effort to eat around the 2,300-2,400 calorie range, and increased my carbs (I didn't make a very strong effort to hit them previously), and I've definitely noticed an improvement in my energy levels. I'm feeling more stamina on my runs in particular. I'm hoping it will also help me get…
