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I don't have a video. I might be able to ask someone to help me with that next time. I came to this verdict based on feel.

Ok, so for today's workout I was able to complete my 1 x 5 at 135. Here's the verdict; my back is rounding. How do I correct that?

This happens to me. I've been running fasted for all distances, and it usually suppresses my appetite for an hour or two. I did 11 miles last weekend and had no appetite for the rest of the day, and don't really remember much the day after either.

I use a standard grip. I'm still far from intermediate levels. I haven't done a deload week yet because I've only been consistent for 4 weeks this time around. I have been trying to add lighter weight, higher rep days with romain deadlifts, last time I did that i was sore the next day. A co-worker of mine that also lifts…

I did know that! Previously, while eating SAD, I was kinda afraid of sodium. So it's just a mental shift for me. After posting my latest comment I actually went and changed it to 5000 just to be safe. Thanks!

Thanks guys! It's nice to have the validation that I'm on the right track :smile: I'll start looking at 4000 as a minimum for sodium and expect it to go red everyday!

Thanks everyone! @CarlydogsMom yes, I squat to parallel. @SonyaCele thanks for the description, I had a friend tell me something similar yesterday. I'll try to get my head more in the game and every muscle engaged before lifting and see how that goes.

Thanks for all the advice! It's been really helpful :smile: I usually run on a treadmill at the gym. I've done a few speed workouts and haven't noticed any issues yet. I actually feel awesome during them!

So what would you suggest is the take home message about lactate threshold? I know it can be good for improving speed, but can it adversely effect things while transitioning to being fat adapted?

Cool! Thanks for taking the time for such a detailed explanation; I think I get it! Would speed workouts be considered lactate threshold? I can't remember what constitutes lactate threshold. I currently alternate between intervals and tempos once a week, usually around 45 minutes.

thanks @silverfiend and @midwesterner85. I think I've seen you guys in the Low Carber forum so I trust your opinions. What are you thoughts on long run fuel? If I'm fat adapted does it become unnecessary or do I need to fuel mid run with protein/fat instead of GU? Maybe that's already covered by silverfiend's comment about…

I've recently been working out fasted, so I've had nothing to eat at all before my 11:30 am workout. If you feel good during your run, don't worry about what you're eating beforehand. If your stomach gets upset try adjusting. I like the list provided here:…

If you're already feeling dizzy, how long does it take to reverse? I started feeling dizzy when standing yesterday. Didn't make the connection until today when I'm dizzy even when sitting. If I start increasing my sodium today, when might I expect the dizziness to decrease again?

I also do both. It has helped me with hunger/cravings a ton! Can't really say much about losing weight, because I've been maintaining for about 6 months, but it makes maintenance really easy. ETA: I do 16:8.

It's pretty cool that personality may be correlated to something as basic as eating patterns.

Thanks for the response! I am a member of the Low Carber Daily group. There was actually a thread over there that made me think about this, but I thought I'd get more responses in this group. The increased sodium is a new concept for me, most of my experience has been trying to avoid sodium.

This thread has perfect timing! I've also been feeling a little dizzy/light headed when standing or lifting. Only been doing the lowish (~100) carb thing for a week but wasn't paying any attention to sodium intake.

I did this a few months ago and got INFJ-T. Kinda changed my life; I don't feel alone or broken anymore. @cstehansen I think it's funny when it says how "rare" a type is. It says INFJ is the rarest, but there are 3 that I've counted in this group, and another 3 that I've met since this test was passed around my office.

What if the grains/flour based foods are homemade instead of store bought? Wouldn't that make it less "processed"? (sorry this is kinda off topic from the original thread)

Is low carb and IF a common combination?

I think this is what I'm looking to do as well! I have no interesting in going as low as keto, but I've noticed that simply by being conscious of carbs and making an effort to eat more protein and fat, it's really easy to be around 100g carbs.

I do this but also add bacon bits.

You might look into 5:2 fasting. The idea is that you eat maintenance calories 5 days a week, and fast for 24 hours with a 500 calorie fast break on two days a week. It still comes down to CICO, but it may help you create/adhere to a deficit.

This!

Age 26 Female Weight 130 Height 5'4" Exercise; run 5 days a week, lift 3 days a week Eating pattern: lunch, snack, dinner. I've been following an 18:6 IF protocol, so I'm able to eat larger meals and feel full when I do, but don't feel like I'm binging.

I've been maintaining for 4 months without logging.

This is what I do! I keep them in the freezer and have one or two after dinner.

In regards to the when, I've found that using my lunch hour for my workout then eating at my desk works well for me (this is the only schedule I've found that I can stay consistent). In regards to the depression/motivation; you can do anything for five minutes (this can be applied to exercise or cleaning the house). Tell…

This is how my man is. He saw how much I hated myself when I was heavier, he sat and held me as I cried. He's a very "gotta fix it" kinda guy, so he feels powerless when he can't help me with my emotions. Now he helps me weigh my food, pick out restaurant meals that meet my goals, and compliments my new figure. He still…

I agree with the previous comments re: wendy's baked potato with chilli, or half salads, I also really enjoy a cheeseburger without the bun, cut up and put atop a side salad with a little bit of ranch dressing. or the salads from subway with red wine vinegar for dressing.