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Whatever you do, do NOT quit P90X (: I haven't done that program yet, but the other members of my team have and have had great results! I completed Insanity and Insanity: the Asylum and loved every minute. HOWEVER, "doubling" workouts does nothing for you. You are going to risk injury and actually impair your results. Tony…
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AHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! ....ok I'm done (: For you people who go by MFP Recommended goals, you are completely being mislead! To figure out your daily caloric intake, I recommend this to my clients: First you need to calculate your BMR (basal metabolic rate) from your height, weight, age, and gender. It's basically what you…
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Loosing weight from a specific area is a very hard thing to accomplish, especially because your body isn't designed for just that. If you want to loose "the roll over your pants", my best advice is to take a look at your nutrition. 70% of results are in the kitchen, the other 30% are in the gym. The ideal ratio to keep…
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First off, congrats on your recovery! That is such a big step in the right direction! Have you figured out your daily caloric intake? The BMR does this for you. http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/ Once this number is established, you can add in your activity level through the Harris Benedict equation.…
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What is your goal by consuming only 1200 calories per day? Did you know that eating too-few of calories can actually cause our bodies enter starvation mode? The thyroid hormones needed to fuel your metabolism can’t be produced and our metabolism starts slowing down. Our bodies start clinging to fat stores as a source of…
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Post-workout nutrition is VERY important! This is a crucial time where your body is starting to rebuild muscle fibers. The ideal is 4:1, meaning four parts carbohydrates to one part protein. This helps re-fuel your body and helps re-build muscle. I love P90X Results and Recovery drink because it has exactly this: 220…
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Hey Adam! Congratulations on making the ultimate commitment--to YOURSELF. I graduated Insanity back in May and recently graduated Insanity: the Asylum. I will be starting the Insanity/Insanity: the Asylum hybrid workout today and I can't wait! I would love to be a part of your group to help motivate everyone. What are your…
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Shakeology is an amazing formula that has over 70 nutrients your body needs. I have been using Shakeology and noticed such a difference in my nutrition and fitness level. If ANYONE wants a sample, message me and I will ship you one FOR free!
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Don't beat yourself about it girl! Just remember that tomorrow is a new day and get back into it. I work nights as a Crime Scene Investigator and I rely a LOT on snacking to get in my daily calories for the day. I never know when I'm going to get a call and if I do, how long the scene is going to take. As far as "treating"…
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I don't use the Recommended Goal set up, I use Custom for my goals because I don't believe in the ratios MFP provides for your body. To keep your body at a fat-burning pace while still gaining lean muscle and maintaining a fuller feeling and high energy level, your body thrives off a 40/40/20 plan--meaning 40% carbs, 40%…
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Your BMR stands for your basal metabolic rate, meaning this is what you need JUST to survive. Once you know that, you can figure our your caloric needs through the Harris Benedict Equation, which brings into play your activity level. See the link below. http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/harris-benedict-equation/…
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Binge eating can definitely be a rough thing. Feel free to add me or message me if you ever want a friend to talk to or someone for support--I would love to help you through this! You can do it! ( : My first thought is this, are you consuming the right number of calories at the right increments throughout the day? You're…
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I hate to break it to you, but your friends might be right! It is dangerous for your body to consume under 1200 calories a day.When we eat too-few of calories, our bodies enter starvation mode. The thyroid hormones needed to fuel your metabolism can’t be produced and our metabolism starts slowing down, meaning the weight…
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Since I work the overnight shift as a Crime Scene Investigator, I rely on snacks a lot. I never know when I'm going to get a call and if i do, how long it is going to take! You have a lot of different options ( : I split them up into the main sections of your diet--protein, carbs, and healthy fats. Your body functions very…
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Oh the calorie deficit! If you're goal is to LOSE weight, you should subtract about 500 calories from your normal intake and it also depends on what workouts you are doing. http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/bmr-formula.php This site is GREAT for figuring out your caloric intake. I should be at around 2100…
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Every BODY is differently (literally) but carbs should NOT be viewed as the root of all evil! A great ratio to aim for is a diet of 40/40/20...meaning 40% from carbohydrates, 40% from proteins, and 20% from fat. This keeps your body in fat-burning mode, keeps you fuller longer, and allows for you to put on more lean muscle…
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Oh the late night cravings! Have you ever tried Chobani Greek Yogurt? I am a BIG fan! ( : the strawberry banana, apples and cinnamon, and lemon are my favorites! An apple and a TB of all natural peanut butter is another great snack. Even just one square of dark chocolate will help. For me, I usually make a Chocolate Vegan…
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I will be on day4 of the Asylum today! I completed Insanity and love the workouts! What are your main goals with fitness and nutrition?
