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Thanks - That's going to explain a few things! So if I cycle 7 hours a day at minimum 18mph what does that realistically look like cal burn. Running a half marathon at 8:15min miles what's that. (I do this during summer when there are events and race season is on). A recommendation for a good calculator or formula would be…

Tavistock It's cycling or running or both. I do need to get a cadence metre for my road bike to get a better idea of power output but estimate between 900-1000 tops and refuel then top up with snacks :) http://www.bicycling.com/training/fitness/cycling-calories-burned-calculator

Check out these ladies...they are from aBritish TV show and come from sports & lifting I think http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/uk-gladiators/images/3513524/title/inferno-photo

Thought about consulting a dietician - if you burn 6000 cals from one activity in a day there's only so much you can put back in ;) I'm wondering whether my bodies holding onto what I put in? Any articles out there that are useful. I'm aware of portion sizes and % of macro's but struggling to build that into a weekly meals…

Thanks. That was a useful article for me. Weights regieme and Pilates need to be brought back in. Last year my shape was stronger from Pilates and kettle bells. But dropped them for my swim & cycling. Interesting that there was no cardio...can only presume because they are in the sweet spot for body fat.

Hearing a lot of good things about lifts Fuji. Will put some effort in with the new programme I'm building up. With the lifting how do you slacken tight muscles in your calf, quad of hamstring other than nobbly foam roller, massage stick and stretches? (Happy to see YouTube vids of stretches).

Hi all, lots of advice coming in which is great to see. I'm seeking this advice and it's come from how I have changed my lifestyle, I pretty much am spending most of my time with my Tri club. I even cycle 21 miles to work as a commute once a week. I've recently taken a personalised gym programme to give me results for my…

I'm 178cm so just under 5'11

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Some great pointers. thanks ladies ;)

Thanks for the thoughts. I've worked out I'm currently a mix of two body shapes Mes and Endomorph (http://www.superskinnyme.com/body-types.html). I appreciate Kate Moss isn't going to be my shape but a slimmer figure and more toned (tummy, waist and tops of inner thighs). I've lined up with another MFP who has taken 4 yrs…

Hi IronM (amazing bod btw). Long term I'd like that slinky body That is strong, fit, toned and healthy. Okay the plus of getting into many UK High St clothes would be nice. I'd settle for a size 10 with my height. I'm thinking yoga body :) I've see a lot of comments were people go extreme say 1200 long term and that's…

I'm a fan of Fage, my friend is mad on Skyye its Swedish I think and sold in Tesco. She's pretty healthy and balanced with her diet and that's her go to.

Hi Chicklettes, Height: 178cm 5'10 and 3/4 HW:199 I think?? CW:173-177 GW: 165 then 159 Large frame Gemma

Could we be twins? Height:178m CW: 177 GW:165 then 159

Good going!!!

Okay, without going into a rant about those eating around 1200 calories... Check out a calorie calculator then experiment and see what works for you. I once tried to eat 1200 calories and in my opinion unless you are fasting, very small framed and not particularly tall, spend all day sleeping or relaxing on your yacht you…

Katnroyal you get a yes! amazing body !! I need some tips to take it to that next phase. The fiancé will be cardic arrest ;) Good effort ;)

I have done this turbo trainer exercise - awesome!

Megan has an awesome profile pic- very Dior darling!,

Also...I suggest you get some freezer cartoons and pop left overs into the fridge or freezer. The benefits are you won't feel obliged to eat the food and after a a week or two your mum can take a day of cooking ;) I have in the past freezes meals and sides like: Veggies to add to stews Plain rice Pies - shepherds or steak…

Hi Commtry, I had a peek into your diary... On the days that your mum cooks take matters into your own hands. Buy vegetables to steam and eat these with the main meal or snack on them throughout the day. This should easily help to half the calorie intake and not offend your mother. Another of my tricks you could employ is…

Hey EH, Like you I love two of the disciplines already (running and bicycling). I aim to do a Tri by 2015 but this year I have 4 duathlons of various distances (run/bike/run) penciled in to keep me motivated. My swimming will take a lot of work...I consider this the hardest of the 3 disciplines. Have you seen swim & bike…

Hey, I'm planning on ramping up to a tri, possibly towards the end of the year. I have about 4 proposed duathlons in my diary as I have been working on running consistently since May 2013. I enjoy being on a bike too. I'm going to add in pool swimming in the next month or two. I found these two sites for beginners which…

Hi All, A lot of great advise has been given above! I have PF in both feet and had a course of physio over 8months and initially didn't see much improvement with the stretches. I was gutted as I used to play netball regularly (3x a week). Also being at work (Events industry where you are continuously on your feet) was…

You look amazing!

Awesome!!

A few inbox messages received ...are there any tall gals out there using MFP??

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I agree that it is easier to carry additional weight if you are tall. Even more so if you have a medium or large frame. I am 5ft 10.5 inch (178cm) and measure 39- 32- 45 inch (81-92-115cm) with a medium frame. 170.6 to 173.4lb.