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I have three kids so I have spent a lot of my adult life going up and down with weight. Losing weight after the first two worked by training for a 10K in combination with calorie counting. I always try and amp up the protein in an attempt to stay fuller and not starve my muscle. After this last one I lost weight by…
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My guess is it might be a little under that. I've logged mine under aerobics-- that shows up as less calories, but I suppose that doesn't take into account the strength training, yet there are moments of rest as she explains the moves. My thought is it is better to err on the side of counting it as less than it really is…
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I love oat bran I buy from the bulk foods in the natural section of my grocery store. 1/2 c has only 120 cals and I believe 7 g protein, 6 fiber. I nuke it (with H2O) and add a couple packets of equal or splenda and some cinnamon. Almond milk on top also makes it creamier and a little 'nutty'. Sometimes I just use a drop…
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I would die using 8 or 10 lb weights. The first level I started using Baked Bean cans! Now I use 5 pounders, but am unable at this point to do the moves on level 2 with full range of motion (haven't tried L3 yet). 3 lb weights sound plenty heavy...
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Protein is not a bad thing. It would be better to have extra protein compared to extra carbs/fat as protein keeps your blood sugar stable (and energy levels) and builds muscle. The reason you're in the red for your protein is because the site has your goals for daily carb/protein/fat preset for you. If you'd like you can…
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This may sound boring to some, but I often eat the inexpensive and easy veggies. I buy them frozen (just as good for you as fresh)-- green beans, mixed veggies (corn, carrots, beans and peas), peas, and broccoli. So no beans cause you're sick of em, but I like to put peas and pepper on cottage cheese or either feta/grated…
