Jason7Scott

Thanks for the reply! Think ill keep it the same. Just checked packaging again and it does not say anything about it being in thawed state, so i would assume the nutritional info must reflect what is being sold.. Thanks again!

I gained in the last week, but think a part of that was being a bit too comfortable with tracking, however i did always stick to 1750 (pretty much).. i actually gained weight and my BF% increased, really really not sure how if i am under 1750. Weight/measurements same day, same time every week, so either i massively over…

I have had some points where i get completely demotivated. Most recently when everything went in the wrong direction one week, i.e. i lost muscle mass and gained weight/bf%. After the work i put in with counting calories, planning meals and working out throughout the weeks, i was gutted to have worked backwards. I use to…

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Rest wise i get 8 hours a sleep a night. In between workouts, in fairness theres 3 days before i perform the workout again. Perhaps i should combine my 3 days of workouts into 2, so less time in between? Saying that, in fairness i use to do pushups daily and felt myself building up the ability to perform more reps... so…

You clearly love a debate ;) Hard to peddle back a quote. My wording could have been better, i give you that. However, you also threw in your own curve ball by assuming i was talking about the units of energy in the amount of foods consumed, which gave you a nice edge to your argument. By consuming brown rice over white…

Not denying your results. If you can have it great. I much prefer white pasta over brown pasta, but i make a choice not to have it as i am in a calorie deficit. But as i mentioned, nor can you deny the results i have experienced from making the change.

Was this not the post that started our debate? However, you are right, perhaps i should have been more clear at this point that is supports maintaining the calorie defect. Here's a cookie. Did not state that if you consumed the same UNITS OF ENERGY. I stated if you consumed the same amount, there would be a difference.…

Are you trying to tell me that if i consumed the same amount of white pasta/bread/rice, as i did with brown pasta/bread/rice, my weight or BF% would be the same? I would have to (and would always) disagree. I am fully aware that a calorie deficit is required to loose weight. I'm not clueless. This is a community.. am i…

Agreed, but i could have a workout and look forward to toast (really not exciting)... or i can look forward to something healthy that i may crave through my workout. For me, works like a treat when i get any form of demotivation :D Mentioned about my protein shakes, realised last night they taste like caramel shortbread,…

http://www.wikihow.com/Eat-Foods-Low-on-the-Glycemic-Index There are a number of sources that will argue these cases, for and against. I think we can all agree the amount of information online is daunting and can cause more confusion than anything else... This infact is how i found MFP. The benefits of MFP community is…

Not what i am saying. What i did say was based on goals. I love white rice and white pasta, highly prefer those than brown rice/pasta, however, if i want to achieve what i have set myself, i have to sacrifice those foods. I currently do this and see the results. If you can incorporate white rice/pasta in your diet and…

Fair point. Made an edit.

Depends on your goals. I spent some time looking up the good vs bad foods. Naturally, white rice/pasta is high GI, brown rice/pasta is low GI. This means brown rice will digest slower, keeping you fuller for longer. White rice will give you a nice energy spike, but process quickly, require more insulin which equals more…

Not sure i understand your question? Chow mien does consist of noodles. In my experience, i found chop suey contained more vegetables, skinnier noodles and thicker sauce, where chow mien was effectively stir fried noodles, bean sprouts, spring onion and meat. Traditionally, chop suey is served with rice, rather than…

Have you tried food? I do the same, wake up and workout. Not a morning person at all, so start with protein shake and black coffee for a jump start. I get hungry in the workout, so i look forward to breakfast. I fill this up with food i really want to eat/crave, healthy but tasty. I keep it balanced too so i get a great…

I know its not the same, but had a look at a wrap from a supermarket: http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=265879412 Around 430 calories. So actually it may be a whole wrap? Do you know the weight? Take a look at the weight if you can and check the nutritional from that.

Hey I had the same thought, as going away soon and wondered what i would do about counting calories and getting in workouts. Best answer i found was.... take a break and enjoy your holiday. I can't imagine two weeks would make a huge difference, however, monitor what you eat, perhaps stick to similar meals you may prepare…

I do, actually turns out to be really useful in planning food. I know if if i didn't weigh everything and count accurately, i wouldn't hit my macros. I started by estimating the weights. When i got a scale out, i was either half or double estimated, so counting the calories was almost useless!

Looks like its 1/2 wrap, from my experience of using the database. I can also imagine a southern chicken wrap would have about 400 calories. Is it a white wrap? By 1/2 a wrap i mean, a whole wrap cut in half, so perhaps considered 1 wrap.

Hey Thanks! Ah, every days a school day.. So you think as long as i have achieved my daily total macro nutrients, i am fine, even if the % spikes up and down all day between foods. As i said, its not intended, and not talking huge spikes, but occasional Cheers again

Had another read through the posts, and had a thought about including chair dips and feet-elivated push ups as you mentioned to increase the intensity of the workout. Going for 4 sets of 10 reps. I wanted to get to 20 on pushups, to move to diamond push ups until i reach 20. Same with feet elevated. Once i can do that,…

Threads been busy ;) Didn't think i implied i wanted to be skinny fat.. why would i want that, but everyones get an opinion. Don't have any gym equipment I'm afraid, unless you count a pull up bar. Sounds great. Think i will stick to my original plan. Its small but it do get a workout from it. Hope it will help me develop…

Just wondered if you could look at this plan quick and see if its right to start with? I am basically doing a somewhat, easy full body workout at home. Consists of: Pull-Ups - 4 x Sets - 10 Reps 30 Second Rest between Sets 1 Minute Rest Push-Ups - 4 x Sets - 10 Reps 30 Second Rest between Sets 2 Minute Rest Squats - 4 x…

Cheers. My last question (promise) is any recommendations on carbs/protein/fat %? Have read 40/40/20 is good, however not sure if its too little healthy fats? I read about testosterone levels drop with lack of fats, and making it harder to build muscle. 40/40/20 good ratio overall? Has had good recommendations.. Thought i…

Thanks for the reply. Yea i am male. Makes perfect sense, ill start looking at a deficit. I have read in places 250 or 500 is a good way to go in deficit. Think i can easily achieve 500 deficit from my maintenance level, so no risks there or could i do more damage cutting so much from maintenance level? Haven't done any…