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You do not say how tall you are, but I am a 5'-5" 60yo female @ 168 lbs and pretty near total sedentary lifestyle. I eat the same range of calories you are eating. While we are all different, this comparison would lead me to the immediate thought that you need more calories. How are your macros? [/quote] I am 5'2" only.…
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Thank you, dear! I was actually going to do "only" the HIIT class and weights, but someone needed a sub teacher that day and I accidentally accepted a request thinking it was next week. (argh, stupid, I know. I saw the wrong date). I tried the HIIT class because it has more strenght training components than Zumba, and I…
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This was an amazing response!! It is the big reality check I needed in the kindest possible way! I am lying in bed since 5pm. Did not have any strenght to exercise of even to do my homework due tomorrow, and I will have to work all day at the hospital, so not good. I feel like I really hurt myself pushing to the point of…
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Thank you all for the insightful responses! I am only 5'2", and now I have 10 lbs to lose to get to my ideal weight of 120 lbs. And I want to tone and have strong legs because I have bad knees. I went to a dietitian and she said I should eat between 1800-2200 cal per day, but I could not push myself to do that yet, as I am…
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So sorry you went through all that and I hope your mom can find her way back into a healthy life someday. But the best you can do now is take care of yourself and become stronger. Wishing you the best on this new journey!
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Hello!! I am Priscila, a 42 yo nurse and Zumba Instructor. I just started my journey to lose some pounds and get stronger after I found out I have terrible knees. I am focused on good nutrition to support my dancing and strenght training. Currently 131 lbs, aiming to get to 120-122 strong.
