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A high protein diet is new for me (been doing it for a few weeks now). But one tremendous benefit of a higher protein diet is a more "full" feeling. Protein makes you feel very full and will help you consume less calories.

I don't know if another already suggested this, but I love stretching out with the Cobra pose after an ab workout. It feels so good to stretch out the abs. See this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giWLeXbBBtY

Outlaw a restaurant? SERIOUSLY? Since when should the government be allowed to tell me what to eat or not eat? I think this restaurant is fantastic! I may not go there, but that certainly does not mean it should not exist. If no one wanted such a meal the place would shut down within a month due to no business. Free…

Restaurants to AVOID? LOL. It would be much easier to just list Restaurants that are acceptable. So far I have only found 2. All others I have stopped going to. Acceptable restaurants for me: Subway (Oven Roasted Chicken Breast Salad, double meat, no cheese, no dressing just vinegar) Sushi Bar (girly sushi rolls with sauce…

I love the "pumped" feeling one gets from lifting weights. No amount of cardio can come close to matching that pumped feeling I get from lifting. I just started P90X and I love the pump I get from the lift days.

Protein definitely fills me up. I have yet been able to eat an entire 6 egg white omelet with a 4 oz chicken breast and spinach in it (no cheese). Lots of hot sauce helps me get more down. Very filling. I find raw Almonds to be very satisfying.

It is a sugar...so use in moderation. 1 Tbsp is 17g carbs, 16g sugars. So a lot will jack up your macro levels. I avoid any sugars if at all possible. When I am weak, or need a little sweetness I will add a little to my hot tea or enjoy the below: 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt + 1 Tbsp of Raw Honey = my guilty pleasure. Sooo…

Thanks for the advice, Chunk. I don't think I could push myself to the point of throwing up (although I wish I could bring that kind of intensity). Chest/Shoulders done. And I need heavier weights. The heaviest I have right now is 25lb. I think I will get some 30 and 35s this week.

I'd love to rip up the carpet in our spare bedroom and just lay down a thin, cheap carpet with no pad. But no chance in hell the wife will go for that. So into the garage I must go.

I did the Chest/Back, Arms/Shoulders, and Ab Ripper X vids this week. I can't do the pullups yet, so using resistance bands. And after attempting Arms/Shoulders with resistance bands I realized I needed weights. Luckily scored some dumbbells at Walmart that were 50% off.

I plan on starting P90x next Monday (February 13th). I've started familiarizing myself with the workouts this week. Did the Chest/Back, Arms/Shoulders, and Ab Ripper X so far. I am still trying to figure out a solution for pullups. Right now I'm using resistance bands. I realized I need more resistance for the pulldowns…

6 egg whites, scrambled, with spinach, mushrooms, and chicken breast or fruit smoothie with 100% whey protein mix

Prelogging is the only way I can make sure I get anywhere close to my target calories and P/F/C ratio. I've only been doing this for a week. I'm sure as I build more standardized meals, I won't need to rely on prelogging so much. But right now its a must. Another huge benefit of prelogging: it has completely eliminated…

The label on my spaghetti squash had the instructions: Cut in quarters, lengthwise Scoop out seeds Place face down in a caserole dish with 3/4 cp water Back for 40 minutes at 350* Boil in a pot of water for 20 minutes Separate squash "strings" with a fork. I cut out all pastas for now because they are all so high in carbs.…

I'm totally going to cook this on Saturday. I'll double the chicken for a higher protein ratio. Finally something to use my lemon grass bush for! yay!

Last night was Spaghetti squash topped with marinara sauce. Plus a huge spinach salad with chicken breast for protein. The meal was yummy and fabulously healthy. I was actually frustrated at how low cal it was. I was below my target for the day. See my food diary for details. Tonight is left over baked salmon, green beans,…

I found as long as I have a water bottle with me at all times, I will usually consume all the water I need. Just try to keep water with you at all times and see if that helps.

OMG. I LOOOVE Elf! By far Will Farrell's best movie. Here is my favorite quote from Elf. I say adaptations of this quote all the time. Emily: You like sugar, huh? Buddy: Is there sugar in syrup? Emily: Yes. Buddy: Then YES!

Most excellent quote! I've always loved this one. Thanks for reminding me!

I didn't go through all the replies before mine, so don't know if anyone else has put this one in: "37" "In a row?!" If you don't know what its from, you probably wouldn't appreciate the movie... :tongue:

I can't do black coffee. So I switched to black tea. I can drink that unsweetened all day. Try black tea! There are a world of different blends to try and enjoy.

This would be my wife's answer: I have no idea for me. Haven't thought about it.

Thanks for the input. If you follow the link in his post, you will find overwhelming evidence to support chocolate milk as a recovery drink. He primarily flips on chocolate milk because he went Paleo. Excerpt from http://feastingonfitness.blogspot.com/2010/10/what-to-drink-part-5-chocolate-milk-for.html

Agreed! studies have shown that Chocolate Milk has the right ratio of carbs and protein for your body to use as a recovery drink. This is what I have immediately after a workout. I wish I had a link to the actual study, but this is where I got the idea for using chocolate milk. I do non-fat milk + ovaltine. yum!…

I have also wanted a HRM and purchased the Omron HR-100c based on price and reviews on Amazon. Don't get it. Its fine for seeing your current heart rate, but will not keep any kind of records. I will be returning mine. I have since done a lot of research online about what to get. Almost everyone says Polar can't be beat…

Ha. I have the same problem. My boss always has cupcakes and cookies in our break room. Two things have kept me from touching them so far: 1) keeping yummy snacks easily accessible for me to grab when I crave something. I now have raw almonds, craisins, protein bars, and mozzarella sticks at work for when I want a snack.…

Your protein % is so low, there will be no harm in the overage you are consuming. But the answers of "there is no harm" is only accurate to a certain degree. Look up Ketosis. At some point, depriving your body of carbs will have a negative impact. That is not a concern in your case. So my answer is the same as others, you…