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  • About 0.8 grams/per pound of body weight is a generally recognized standard. Your body doesn't need more than that, so 100 grams is more than enough. Any protein that your body doesn't use will get converted to fat, since your body can't store unused protein. The best time to eat a protein-rich meal/snack is within 2 hours…
    in Question about protein, weight lifting and MFP Comment by mebj April 2011
  • Welcome! I found the same to be true: as much as I trained and exercised, I didn't lose weight until I began calorie tracking. Now I realize how many calories I was eating before, even though I was avoiding common "junk" foods. Best of luck.
    in Hello from Midlands of Ireland Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Building muscle through strength training will hasten weight loss. So focus on cardio, but don't forget the weights, too.
    in lose weight then lift weights? Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Eating too much protein can lead to weight gain. If you take in more protein than your body needs (on average, one needs 0.8 g for every kg of body weight), then then the excess can be broken down into fat and stored in the fat tissues. Like the previous post-er said, excess protein = excess calories.
    in Protein Comment by mebj August 2010
  • If you're gonna exceed your calorie limit in one category, then the carb category is the best in which to do it. Unused carbohydrates are converted into glycogen, which is stored as energy in the liver and muscles. If you eat more carbohydrates than your body can store in the liver and muscles, then those carbs can be…
    in How bad is it to go over on carbs? Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Mark from Boston.
    in Where are you? Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Mark from Plymouth, MA.
    in Where are you? Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Swimming is an excellent choice. It burns a lot of calories and is easy on the joints. This is especially important if you're just starting out. Remember to follow any exercise with stretching to avoid injuries.
    in anyone have any advice? Comment by mebj August 2010
  • I'm an LEO and I found it hard to stay in shape, too, especially when I work consecutive 16 hr days. This summer, I decided to sacrifice 1/2 hour of sleep and exercise first thing in the morning. I know it sounds rough (I LOVE my sleep), but it's made all the difference in the world. Even during the day, I feel I have more…
    in 911 dispatchers, officers, and fireman Comment by mebj August 2010
  • Thanks for the welcome! I don't know why it lists me as Cedarville. I live closer to the Ponds of Plymouth, but it's South Plymouth all the same I guess. Great job with the weight loss. I'm sure most of the weight you lost was baby weight, but that still takes quite the commitment. Good luck and take care.
    in Hello from Plymouth, MA Comment by mebj August 2010
  • I've been thinking about getting a heart rate monitor. Does it give you a better idea about how many calories you're burning?
    in anyone have any advice? Comment by mebj August 2010
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