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Clean eating doesn't mean eating like a bird. You just need to be more thoughful in the indgredients you choose and what you make. You can still makse pasta, just select whole grain that is gluten free. Instead of buying tomato sauce (which is crap anyway) you can buy tomatoes and make your own sauce (being Italian, buying…
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Generally "clean eating" is eating well balanced meals that are healthly. They are all natural, not necessarily organic, but are high in nutritous vlaue. If you are eating meat you will gravitate towards leaner meats that are still packed with protein. Instead of eating white bread a clean eater would eat a source of carbs…
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Osgoode Hall at York is considered the top law school in Canada (depending on who you talk to). It's located north end of Toronto. It's not near the downtown core, about 25 miles away, but a bus and subway/car/cab ride will put you in the heart of Toronto (clubs, restaurants, shopping etc.). York itself is a self contained…
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Google Plyometrics. You can use body weight or anything around you that can be held that has weight. It's great for explosive training. Most movements involves jumping or pushing. Since the moves are explosive the workouts are intense and effective. Some ideas: Squat jumps Push up with hand clap Split lunges (lunge, jump,…
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Been reading a couple things that I wanted to comment on. For those who say they do cardio to get their heart rate up. This is a myth. The second you get off the machine your heart rate will begin to decrease. If you are in decent shape, by the time you clean your machine walk over to weights and get your exercise set up…
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Answer: it depends. If you are strength training do weights first. Cardio first will prevent you from reaching your max potential (due to fatigue etc). The less intense your weight training is, the less relevant the cardio debate becomes. I'm pretty intense with weight lifting so I notice a difference if I do cardio first…
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It's possible, but very complex. It depends on several factors. 1. Your body type (lean, overweight, muscular etc..) 2. The size of you defecit. The larger your calorie defecit the harder it is to gain lean muscle mass as your body looks to deplete fat and muscle stores for energy 3. Your workout, specifically the…
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You don't. Enjoy the meal and eat till you can't move. Enjoy the holidays, if anything, just go for a workout the day of to help balance the calories consumed. You have to live your life. A couple big meals a year will not ruin your goals (maybe just delay them a couple days). Remember you need to consume 3500 calories…
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Yes, this product is geared towards muscle development. It's designed to increased blood (oxygen) flow so you can essentially "pump" more at the gym. I don't believe in these products, but you asked not to be lectured, so I won't. I would look towards taking an energy bar (Clif bars pre workout) that will give you…
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The thyroid plays a pretty big part in your metabolism. A site like MFP calculates calorie intke based on an assumed average. If you have a fast or slow metabloism your weight loss may be accelerated or stunted (to the point where you still gain). Essentially the calories you are taking in is correct but the calories your…
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Some people are confused, the question was asking about banked calories, NOT BINGE EATING. The concept of banking calories means that if on Mon to Fri you consume 500 calories less then the MFP target on Saturday you go out and have 3 beers (coors light @110 calories each). That is not binging or overeating. Obviously you…
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It's personal preference. I try not to carry anything over but it does happen sometimes (usually on the weekend or post hockey when I go to the bar with friends). MFP sets daily goals to reach weekly targets. As long as the weekly net total equals then you will realize your goals. It's your choice though. Also varying you…
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Did some research online for you. For the average person (IE anyone not on the biggest loser ranch) you weight loss goal for the week should never exceed 2 lbs a week. Even 2 Lbs a week is agressive depending on your weight (you should set a target of 1-1.5lbs). Your goals may be too lofty. Also people have talked about…
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Most accruate method is submersion testing, but it is not practical. Calipers are the best way to go. Submersion testing require you enter a pool and submerse yourself under water. The displacement of the water is measured to give you the body fat. See the link for more methods. IMO calipers are the best, even with their…
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You have a couple questions in there so here goes: 1)Body calipers range in price, entry level ones are $30 and go up to $2-300. The higher end ones suggest perfect calibration and most accurate results. Personally I wouldn't spend the money. Calipers are only as good as the person using them. Most errors in measuring body…
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I didn't think I needed to specify time. But you should eat 1.5 to 2 hours prior to workout, also your meal should not be 4 courses. It can be something as simple as a cliff bar and some fruit (300-400 calories).I agree overeating prior to workout will have opposite affect. Your body will burn calories as you lift and will…
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This question is asked daily. YES eat back your calories. This is easily done. Pre workout you should be eating something energy loaded carb based so you will have sustainable energy through your workout. Post workout you should have protein and a little carbs. Too many people say they don't eat it back and they are just…
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Actually it's the opposite. If your calorie intake in much less then required your body will go into preservation mode and hoard fat stores, slowing the weight loss process. If you work out, your body needs calories to energize your workout and to recover. The idea to weight loss is to lower your fat mass while…
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If you wish to do cardio, do machines/exercises that are low impact on the knee. Use a bike or if your gym has a pool, swim. The knee is the meeting point for several muscles in your body. The three you want to focus on is your quads, hamstring, and calfs. Strengthen them and your problems will be alleviated. Some…
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You calorie intake will be affected if you train or not. MFP sets your goal based on a regular lifestyle, calories get adjusted up every time you enter a workout/exercise. If you are not working out your calories intake will be affected as your body doesn't require fuel for exercise or muscle recovery. Even with you a poor…
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I wouldn't recommened any pills or OTC products. You want to supress food cravings you will need to gain some WILLPOWER. It's tough to say no to cravings so here are some tips to help alleviate/grow your will power. If you are craving something the best thing to do is get distracted. This is simple, clean the house, call a…
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Weight lifting will not only burn more calories than on a treadmill, but, post workout your body will continue to burn calories at an accelerated pace as your body begins the recovery process. The reason why they say to lift heavy is because as you add lean muscle mass your body requires more energy (calories) to fuel the…
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Allmax Isofelx... 110 calories per scoop (27g of protein) and no sugar. Relatively cheap, easy to find and has BCAA's to help with recovery.
