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You can definitely make friends at the gym! If they have group exercise classes or bootcamps (or both) try those out. And smile a lot. :)
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She won't. Maybe you would, but she is overeating and eating too many carbs. A banana and a cookie is a terrible breakfast. A banana and a couple eggs would be much better. Or a banana with almond butter. Or an omelet. OP - feel free to PM me if you have any questions. I really hope you find a workable solution and feel…
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Not true. If calorie count was the only thing, you could eat 1200 calories worth Snickers bars a day and lose weight and stay healthy. Calories are IMPORTANT because you need them to stay active and rebuild, and if you eat a LOT more than you should you'll gain weight. However, WHAT the calories are is far more important.…
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Way way way too many carbs. Things to think about: Calorie in - calorie out doesn't work. You need to check in on calories, but knowing your macronutrient ratios is far more important. Sugar. You're eating a ton of it. Anything fat-free is probably too high in added sugars. Ditch salad dressings and make your own with real…
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Calorie counting isn't the answer. What you are eating is important. I suggest you read the book "Why We Get Fat and What to Do About it" to start. I've increased my calories, decreased the amount of exercise, and I have trimmed down to where I'm darned happy with myself. I'm 53 - so I don't have the luxury of a youthful…
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Go ahead and eat the double cheeseburger, but skip the buns, and don't get them at McD's. Make them yourself or get them someplace where the food is actually REAL. A couple books to check out: 1. Why We Get Fat and What To Do About IIt by Gary Taubes. 2. Fitness Confidential by Vinnie Tortorich. Vinnie also has a VERY…
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Here's an idea - I do this and it works a LOT better when a person has a busy schedule. Log your foods a day early! I do mine the night before so I have a PLAN for my food for the next day. I then can make changes either on the fly during the day from the app on my phone, or later in the day when everyone is settled in and…
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I mix it in my baked oatmeal batter and it adds protein AND great flavor! :)
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Another superfood-filled soup you can make with your crockpot! Throw it all in, but add the tofu at the end. Bean, Kale, and Tofu Soup 2 cans white navy beans 2 cans low sodium chicken broth (Swanson's) 4-5 C fresh kale, chopped 1/2 C fresh parsley, chopped 1 medium yellow onion 8-9 large garlic cloves 1 tsp each rosemary…
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Try this - it's a huge fave at our house! I don't bother with all the sauteing, etc. I just throw it all in the crock pot and let it cook! My boyfriend likes it over rice - I eat it in the bowl without rice. Either way works! African Bean Soup 2 TBSP soy sauce (3) 1 onion, chopped 3LARGE SWEET POTATOES, peeled and diced 3…
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As a trainer, I say yes, but I'm going to qualify it with the caution to take your time to find the RIGHT trainer. My clients come to me mostly from the classes I teach. They see that I both live healthy and love BEING healthy, and that I am motivated to share what I know with my clients. Make sure you meet with the…
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Agreed. Take ibuprofen about an hour before you go. Totally worth it.
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Are you eating soon enough after a workout? You need to re-fuel, or you crash. Also - if you are using energy drinks.....stop. They can also lead you into a crash after they wear off. Check your diet, eat clean, re-fuel, and rest. Watch that you are not overtraining. :) It will pass - just start noticing what else is going…
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Ditto. I found this topic while searching for an explanation of where the sugar intake number comes from. I DO want to track my sugar, but am concerned about the "how" of this number. Cutting out fruit isn't the answer...
