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Cut the fat podcast (cutthefatpodcast.com) it's available on iTunes and on their website. Really great information without over-facing you, and I love the presenters!
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I would say weight lifting is more important than cardio for weight loss exercise. Your muscle IS your metabolism, and you burn (this number varies a lot depending on your sources) about 30 extra calories a day per pound of muscle you add, which may not seem like a lot, but 5lbs of extra muscle means your body is burning…
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That is because the different macro nutrients are worth different amounts of calories. One gram of fat is worth 9 kcalories, protein and carbohydrates are only worth 4. There are a lot of kcalories in a small amount of fat! However I think meeting your calorie goals is more important than worrying about macros, unless you…
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Your targets for carbs, protein and fat should increase as you earn exercise calories; MFP increases your target number of grams so they still match the percentages you have set your macros at (for example 30:40:30 fat:protein:carbs). Sugar and sodium won't increase because they aren't considered a macro nutrient, more…
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Fat gain around the stomach (and upper back) tends to be caused by increased levels of the hormone cortisol, which is released when you are stressed. There are loads of ways to reduce stress in your life, for example meditation, walking, reading and keeping a journal. Hopefully this should help! Congratulations on your…
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When I started lifting weights as part of my weight loss plan, my own Mother said to me "You're going to end up being built like a brick **** house, I thought you were trying to LOSE weight" I think people just don't realise how insensitive, rude and unhelpful they are being. I just politely tell them that I am not lifting…
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1) Keep it simple - complex plans become confusing and hard to stick to 2) Your body doesn't want excess sugar 3) Build muscle to have a metabolism for life
