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  • I incorporate 1-2 protein shakes into my diet. I'll have 3-4 meals and have about 2 shakes a day. Unsweetened Almond Milk: (1 cup) Oatmeal: (quick oats/1 cup) Baby Spinich: (1 handful) Whey Protein (2 scoops/62g) Peanut Butter: (1 serving/33g) Banana (medium)
  • What's up Michael my name is Luis. Have a great time with those races. I haven't done one yet but I will very soon.
  • I'm Luis, I'm now a new resident of Virginia
  • Every one of us gains back weight at times, its not failing at all... i went from 186 to 168 and was very happy. BUT i am now back at 186 due to some splurging :-(. We all go through it. You can do it, feel free to add me :-)
  • Almost forgot, taking protein is great for whenever. I read your post and yes you can def start taking protein shakes. As for the kidney question... No the protein will not affect you, as long as you are taking the amount your body needs and not over doing it you will be fine. And the best Protein powder i've had is the…
  • You usually want to get 1g of protein per lb of body weight, example... If you weigh 125lbs you're gonna want to get at least your body weight in protein (125g). But if you're an athlete and burn lots of calories then shoot for 1.5g per lb of bodyweight (187g) at 125lbs or you can adjust the numbers according to your…
  • 40% Protein 40% Carbs 20% Fats is the usual ratio but you can change up a little for your own goals. You could also go with 50% Protein 30% Carbs 20% Fats. You would be better off lowering carbs than fats, there are plenty of healthy fats you could eat. Lowering carbs works best, but stick to complex carbs (wheat…
  • Watch your sodium intake, and if you do have a little more sodium than needed make sure to drink lots of water to flush it out. You would be surprised how much sodium is in products these days. Good luck :)
  • Hello Maria, we are all here for different reasons but we can all help each other in some way. Any help feel free to ask.
  • Hey there, welcome to fitnesspal. Hope all your goals are achieved, remember... Mind over matter :)
  • Welcome to the club, hope you enjoy. I'm new myself... Joined about 2 weeks ago.
  • Thank you love, i'm hoping to hit 10% bodyfat in a few weeks then i will be going on regular diet with about 40% carbs, 40% protein and 20% fats
  • Those pics are old, in one pic i was 196 but had was about 15% body fat. And in other pic i was 175 and about 11% bodyfat. NOW im about 185-190 and 16% bodyfat
  • I will be on till i hit about 9-10% body fat.
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