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I did make strength gains in a calorie deficit with 5x5 when I was a newbie. I don't recommend it. I was so tired all the time, and the hunger was incredible. After a period of weight loss and strength gains I just couldn't do it anymore. I had a really bad rebound phase where I ate very poorly and started being…

Hey, those two things aren't mutually exclusive. The only time I've ever worked myself to the point of collapse was during the first solid 20 minute run in c25k. I learned my lesson, though, listen to your body no matter what the program says. If you don't meet your goal this run, you will do it next time. If working out…

I would find it difficult to eat a deficit and maintain adequate nutrition for nursing, but I am a relatively small person (need fewer calories to begin with, not much to work with) who doesn't eat meat. If you have enough room in your calories and your lifestyle allows for getting the protein, calcium, iron and other…

I am sorry you are having a hard time. I hope you can see a specialist soon and get this cleared up. Take care of yourself.

You said that squats are for strength training and therefor you shouldn't count the calories. That's not true, doing 30 squats for time would not be strength training, they would be part of a calisthenics or similar workout and should definitely be logged that way (as minutes of calisthenics, light/moderate intensity as I…

Most of the time when people say they did 30 squats they mean bw squats for time, usually in a progression of other calisthenic exercises. Like, 50 jumping jacks, 40 lunges, 30 squats, 20 push ups, 10 burpees (for example). Most of the time when people do sets, they specify. So that's why I think it was a fairly reasonable…

I've been running for 6 years. I've done a lot of fun runs and 5k's but I never trained with enough consistency or intensity for something like a marathon. Maybe in the future. I only run when the weather is perfect, because I'm a huge wimp and running is sort of hard. When it's too hot I cycle and when it's too cold I…

I have a black diamond headlamp as well. I've had it for about 6 months and I like it, but I don't have anything else to compare it to. I use it for hiking, not running. Get one that you can adjust the angle on. Also, if the band doesn't go underneath the lamp you should wear a headband or hat underneath it. Plastic +…

The impact of running is something that the connective tissue everywhere in your body needs to get used to over time, and the support structures for your breasts are experiencing a strain that they haven't before. So I would say if you've invested in a good bra and you're still having pain, cut back on the running a just…

I have to assume that she's doing bodyweight squats for time, because otherwise 30 squats doesn't make much sense. I believe I already said that. Resistance training and strength training aren't the same. Strength training requires doing something of high intensity for 1-5 reps. Even if you could do 6 sets of 5, you're…

I think if you can do 30 reps of anything it ceases to be strength training.

It depends on what kind of squats they are and how quickly you do them. If they're regular bodyweight squats I'd log them as X minutes of calisthenics at light/moderate effort.

Seriously, did you guys read the article? I do not think those ideas are what the author had in mind. I once had a guy tell me that when you're dieting right your poop will float because it has more fat in it. I mean, yes there are lipids in human feces and yes fat is less dense than water but that does not make his…

I grew up in Minnesota but I'm a wimp in the cold. At those temps I'd need good boots, snow pants, a multi-layer coat with gussets and a fur lined collar and hat, thermal underwear, multiple layers of socks, a balaclava and goggles. I'd still go, though. :)

I was going to suggest nice cream but someone got there before me :) Pulse frozen bananas in a blender until creamy. Good with berries, peanut butter, cocoa powder, frozen coffee cubes, etc. etc. Add some avocado slices for a texture closer to ice cream.

I take food and sleep

Core strength and stability will improve your running tremendously. It depends on how intense the program is. Why don't you start by doing it once and see how long it takes for your muscles to recover. If it's too much you can always choose a different program or space out the workouts more. Also, it's fine to run with…

Strength training 3x/week Day 1- squats, bench Day 2- deadlift, overhead press Day 3- squat variation, bench Each gym trip also involves pull up practice, kettlebells and 20 min of cardio I do a long hike every weekend, walk about 2 miles a day and stretch daily. I run in the spring and fall, and cycle during the summer. I…

Someone who is starting from scratch should expect to feel muscle soreness after a yoga routine.

Generally when you start a new exercise routine that involves any resistance (and yoga generally does), you'll experience DOMS for 2-3 days post workout the first few times. That's why I'd do it 2x/week to start and not 3. After your body becomes more efficient at recovering from workouts you won't be sore for as long.

Definitely don't stop walking! Walking is wonderful for your health in so many ways. :) Start by doing the yoga DVDs 2x a week, then gradually work up to more.

The one you like the best and do the most consistently will be best for you. I like the bike. I'm a tortoise and I like my cardio to be long and leisurely. If you'd rather power through it, the rower might be your thing. Try them all out and see what you like. I don't know what's going on with ellipticals, though, their…

A lot of exercises that build core strength also require good upper body strength, like planks and bear crawls or basically anything you need to support your weight with your arms. 2 birds, right? :) You can also use a gallon jug of water (8lbs) to do some high rep tricep extensions, etc.

Lol, the fat inside your muscles It sounds like someone failed their high school anatomy class, read an article about visceral fat, suffered a lapse in reading comprehension and decided to sum it all up in a fitness article Visceral fat is not the same thing as "belly fat," it is located around your internal organs, it's…

I only pay attention to make sure I get enough protein (50g for a 149lb female), but that's only because I don't really eat meat. It is normal and healthy to get most of your calories from carbohydrates, and is very difficult to be deficient in protein or fat as long as you eat a variety of foods. It's also normal to feel…

If you feel fine, then you probably are! I'm sorry about the migraine, but I don't think it's from a lack of carbohydrates. Did you also cut out coffee?

Please explain to me what a diet that had 40% protein would look like without supplements for a 200lb woman eating a calorie deficit, and explain to me how it could be sustainable and nutritionally complete long term. It was not a blanket statement, it was a statement intended for the OP based on her info and goals. I have…

hyperbole [hahy-pur-buh-lee] noun, Rhetoric. 1. obvious and intentional exaggeration. 2. an extravagant statement or figure of speech not intended to be taken literally. Although, honestly, as a mother of 2 I find it not quite dramatic enough. Let's have a contest over who's got it worse and who does more work and who can…

Stun gun.

This is just a shot in the dark, but I'm guessing you're not a mother of 4. Looks to me like sometime in the hours between 7 and 11 she has time to (maybe) pee? By herself if she's lucky?