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Did this again today but with very light or no weights (25lb KB swings and no dumbbells on the step ups)

Oh boy oh boy did I get some workouts in this weekend! On Friday I ran 2 miles then walked another 3 and followed that up with some upper body weights - specifically several variations of biceps curls, triceps kickbacks, chest press, and rows. Saturday I ran another 2 miles over very hilly terrain and then had a surprise…

I have a vacation like that coming up in November. My plan is to try to be about 5 lbs under my goal weight before I leave and I am currently 7lbs from goal weight. Based on the last vacation we took I should come out pretty close to my goal weight since we do eat and drink a lot but also walk everywhere, hubs and I are…

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We bought a mat like they have at the weight rooms - a couple of them actually. We have a few that are under our equipment to keep the carpet nice and then one we roll out when doing floor work. Its about the size of 4 yoga mats put together and wipes up really easily. Got it on Amazon for about $30-40 since we didn't need…

My MIL did it and while she lost some weight she ended up not feeling very good towards the end. There were so many things she couldn't have she had some trouble replacing them with the right things. And it did cost a fortune to basically restock her entire pantry. The reality is that Whole 30 isn't a diet plan it is an…

Squat thrusts and/or mountain climbers might work for you if it is the getting up part that hurts. Go down into the plank position and jump your feet into your body then back out. You can alternate that with a plank jack for a really intense session.

Yup - this is what I do. I have never had an issue with any of mine and I have Fabletics, Old Navy, and my fave Victoria Secret. Athleta has a 2-in-1 line that have a pair of loose fitting shorts or a skirt over the legging or compression shorts. Plus good pockets. I got a few pairs on sale and have been really happy with…

Why low sugar? Halo Top is always a good bet. Keto fat bombs have a lot of flavor varieties you can make to hit your cravings. I top a bowl of strawberries with some good, dark chocolate sauce and a quick squirt of whipped cream - looks incredibly decadent but you can easily make it with less than 100 calories. I also like…

Probably the best thing you can do is get your wife on board with your goals. Work together to menu plan items that meet your calorie and nutrition requirements and then spend some time together cooking. That will get you the family time you wanted. After that you can either go to the gym or look into getting a setup for…

there is no way that MFP's default macros would have given you those numbers. That is way too little fat especially since most good protein sources have fairly significant fat to them. Plus your system needs the fats to keep things moving! You are going to get very constipated if you eat so little fat each day. I have had…

I wish they didn't bundle them like that. There is a huge difference (in my opinion) between light and moderate effort. I usually log it as light/moderate because what I do now is a lot less intense than what I did in HS swim practice and I would rather underestimate my calorie burn than over.

My husband is all about the booty too and I have a pancake *kitten* and DD's that won't go away (I'm tall and broad so they fit my frame and don't look that big)

yes - I workout in the mornings so about an hour or so later I am very hungry. I do try to spread the calories out over several hours though as opposed to 1 big meal. Usually start with a latte made with coconut oil and protein powder, then some berries, and then a yogurt with crunchies. I usually try for a large cup of…

Unsweetened vanilla almond or coconut milk, coconut water, regular water, greek yogurt...

I like RX bars (Mint Chocolate, Chocolate Sea Salt, and Chocolate Coconut are my faves) and Oh Yeah One bars (particularly the Almond Bliss)

I have the same problem when I run - I just use what it says and figure at least that way it is underestimating my burn.

Here is today's "hump day" workout: 10 reps per exercise moving through each circuit non-stop for 10 minutes Circuit #1 35lb Kettlebell swings (American style) R leg split squat 35lb Kettlebell swings (Russian style) L leg split squat 50lb Kettlebell deadlifts Circuit #2 12lb med ball situps 12lb med ball Russian twists…

10 reps per exercise moving through each circuit non-stop for 10 minutes: Circuit #1 35lb Kettlebell swings (American style) R leg split squat 35lb Kettlebell swings (Russian style) L leg split squat 50lb Kettlebell deadlifts Circuit #2 12lb med ball situps 12lb med ball Russian twists 18lb boby bar weighted glute bridge…

raspberries have 12g fiber and 90 calories in the little 6oz containers at the store. One of those and you are halfway there

20 minute run and some kettle bells today.

Did some interval work on the treadmill this morning - allergies are getting me pretty bad after spending so much time outdoors this weekend so it wasn't super intense. Hopefully they calm down today so I can hit it hard tomorrow.

I have a Fitbit! Barblopshire@yahoo.com if anyone wants to connect

Look for some kickboxing videos or DVD's - I always enjoyed those and felt I got a really good workout in.

When you enter it MFP uses your height, weight, etc...to calculate not a generic person.

My personal favorite piece of equipment are my kettle bells - I exclusively workout at home (and started a discussion on this board where the home exercisers can go and post their workouts, ask for ideas, etc...) and get some awesome workouts in. If you have a dedicated space I would invest in a few pieces of equipment…

I use chocolate protein powder and Collagen peptides in my coffee every morning post-workout and have a variety of protein bars around for snacks or meal replacements if needed. My fave are the RX bars (mint chocolate, chocolate sea salt, and chocolate coconut are all fantastic!) and the Oh Yeah One bars.

PB&J, almonds and cashews, water and protein shakes, apples, and some good dark chocolate

I did the shred

30 day shred level 2 plus 15 min on the treadmill