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Working at a deficit, now I'm tired
Been doing progressive lifting 2x/ week for 6 months. On advice of trainer, I didn't cut calories or add cardio--just working on strength. I haven't really lost weight (maybe 3-4 lbs total), but I'm down 2.5 inches in waist size and seeing some changes in upper body, so I've obviously been building some muscle. Cuz I'm…
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Hello all, new here
I lost a few pounds on MFP a couple years ago but have a renewed interest in getting things in shape and feeling good for the long haul. Taking it a step at a time...I've gotten off antidepressant and sleep meds, done a course of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (sleeping much better now), and started a strength…
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Restricting calories while strength training
Also posted on the "Introduce Yourself" board. Hope it's okay to cross-post here! I'm a 61yo female in general good health. Reckon I have 15-20 lbs to lose. I started doing a strength-training routine a couple months ago (2X week). Good improvements in strength, sleep, mood. Coach sez don't restrict calories at this…
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Want to be fit for the last third of life
I'm a 61yo female in general good health. Reckon I have 15-20 lbs to lose. I started doing a strength-training routine a couple months ago (2X week). Good improvements in strength, sleep, mood. Coach sez don't restrict calories at this point--his philosophy is to lay down the muscle first, THEN tackle the weight loss. This…
