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I like cold tofu with soy-sesame-garlic dipping sauce. I salt the block to help release some water and press for like 30 min. Cut into cubes and garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. I like silken tofu in Thai hot and sour soup (instead of shrimp). There is slso miso soup and Korean spicy soup seasoned with…

First iff, running 2 miles nonstop is an achievement you should be proud of. Safety is important, especially for women runners but don't let those jerks prevent you from bettering yourself. Is there a place you can run that is away from the road? I personally don't like running by a road, even if I'm on a sidewalk. I will…

The first pounds usually come off faster as you are losing water weight. Afterwards, losing a pound a week (on average) is considered good. Some weeks you will lose more and some less. Remember that a pound is 3500 calories. Over 7 days, that's a 500 calorie deficit per day. May be easy for some but that was not always…

You could try working out at home. I purchased Beach Body on Demand when they had special pricing. So many programs to choose from. Great for the days when I can't make it to the gym or go outside for a run.

If body weight exercises don't seem to help with toning then add weights. Generally speaking lighter weights with high reps help tone. Heavier weights with lower reps will build strength. Good luck!

People have mentioned stretching but you also should be drinking a ton of water to help flush out that latic acid. The general rule is 1/2 your body weight in oz, but I would encourage you to drink more.

I love HIIT! Gave me the best results in the shortest amonut of time. You can still walk and do HIIT. For example, walk for 3 min then ramp up the speed and/ or incline for 30 sec to 1 min. It should feel challenging to keep up that min. Then ramp back down to your starting speed. Or do the 3 min walk and 1 min sprint.…

If you want to build up your booty you have to do exercises that burn. Lunges, curtsey lunges, duck walk with resistance band, donkey kicks, pistol squats. These all work lower body, including the booty.

1. If water rentention is the culprit, drink more water throughout the day. Your body holds on to it if it doesn't feel like it has/gets enough. This is especially important if there is soreness. Try drinking at least 1/2 oz per pound of body weight. 2. Check that food (portions, calories) are on point. Eating too much is…

I find the recipe builder very helpful. Once you put in all the ingredients and their amounts, it will tell you how many calories a serving is. I don't pay attention to the macros very much, but I believe it will break this down for you as well. Use this tool as you are planning your meals and before you go shopping.

I purchased access to Beach Body on Demand and am very happy with it. It offers all types of workouts that you can access anytime with your mobile device or computer. I tried some videos on youtube but they weren't as well made. One of the perks of BBoD is being in a Facebook motivational group with a coach. I've been with…

I'm 42 and also have limited time to devote to exercise. I can only speak from my own experience. Let me start by saying that working out at 42 is different than working out at 22. By our age, we have already begun to lose muscle mass. Our metabolism has begun to slow down and of course we experience different hormonal…

When you say HIIT for strength training I think of vigorous calisthenics or bodyweight exercises (aka circuit training) I disagree with those who say it doesn't build strength. I started strength training doing bodyweight exercises and I did build muscle as well as improving my balance. Now I can do pushups and even…

Here's my recommendation: If you are just starting out with strength training, you can start with body weight exercises. I guess it's called calisthenics. Pushups (knee pushups are perfectly fine!), tricep dips, planks, squats, lunges, things like that. There are circuits you can do that not only build strength but burn…

HIIT was originally developed for use on treadmill or elliptical. I do HIIT on the treadmill 2 times a week. My routine consists of 3 min of 'easy' running (6mph) followed by 30sec to a min of an all out sprint (7.5+ mph). I repeat this pattern for 25min then 5min cool down. This is an excellent way to lose weight and…

Stepping up onto a high stool or platform. You can also trying walking up stairs 2 (or 3) at a time. Wall sit is great if you don't have pain when you are in the position.

I have sinus issues that can get worse during/ after exercise. I was using an over-the-counter steriod spray but my doctor said overusing steroid sprays can cause them to lose their efficacy. She suspected I had issues with post-nasal drip, causing me to have to constantly clear my throat when I run. She prescribed me…

As others have mentioned, water is important. Try to hit 2 liters a day. This is closer to the standard recommendation (in the US). Seems like alot but remember every chemical reaction in your body is done in the presence of water. Eating a certain number of calories is important but also eating at the right time and the…

Oips tried to post earlier but mucled that up! Lol In any case, I talked with my doc after spotting and having light periods for a couple months. She said it's normal to go in either direction due to hormone fluctuations resulting from your body's reaction to weightloss and exercise.

Get a good pair of trainers to use indoor. They don't have to be the best running shoe you can buy but they should offer support for those high impact moves. It will make all the difference! Jumping and landing on bare feet will take a toll on ankles, knees and even you lower back.

I found interval training increased my speed fastest. I usually do it on the treadmill. 3 minutes at a steady pace, like 6mph, then increase to a sprint (right now 7.5mph for me) for 1 min. Add incline for more challenge. Repeat for 25-30 min, 2-3x a week. If you can't sprint for 1 min, work up to it. (You can also do this…

I'm 5"1' and started my fitness journey in September. Started by cutting calories and logging meals. I've since incorporated exercise and have seen good results. I even like exercising now (never thought I'd say that!). Always looking for motivational friends!

I'd love more motivational friends!

Hello! I've been using MFP regularly to log meals and exercise since about September but I think I need some friends to keep me motivated. So far I've lost 18# and have another 7# to go. Feel free to friend me. Cheers!

You really should do both. For me the fastest results have come from doing high intensity interval training. I do this when I do cardio and when I do strength training. For strength training I started with body weight exercises like push-ups, planks and the like. I've only just started incorporating free weights, 5 weeks…