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Low protein
hey everyone! So I talked to a nutritionist today who told me she wants me to stay within 50-70 grams of protein a day in a 2750 calorie diet. I've been following myfitnesspal and logging 110 grams like it suggested for me. Just by logging my exekiel bread, oatmeal, and a few other of my staples, I'm well over my…
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Weighing Food
do you weigh chicken breast before or after you cook it?
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Macros
Hey, everyone! I am 5'2.5" and 87lbs. I am trying to bulk and am doing crossfit MWF, Kettlebell TTH, and a bit of running because I am training for a 5k Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday. Can anyone advise me on what my macros should look like for my height, weight, activity level, and goal? I do work out daily and sometimes twice…
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CARBS!
hi everyone, I am attempting to build lean muscle. Unfortunately when I went to college, I gained the dreaded freshmen 15 in an instant and became super depressed due to my insecurity and body issues. I became obsessed with losing weight and am now 17 lbs underweight. I am 5'2.5" and 85lbs. Please do not post any…
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How to rebuild muscle after weight loss
I have lost a significant amount of muscle during the past few months of dieting. I use to have quite a bit of tone in my arms, legs, and butt, but appear to be saggy and flabby now. How can I rebuild this muscle quickly and most efficiently?
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Sugar Free!
over the past 2 months, I have been working to cut artificial sugars and refined flours totally out of my life! I lost 20 lbs these two months, reaching the minimum healthy weight range, but I still have excess belly fat. I eat between 800-900 calories daily because my diet is so restrictive right now--no artificial sugar,…
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Losing the Love Handles
i have always struggled with love handles.... I've lost weight but can't seem to get those off! I go to the gym at least 5 times a week and do a half hour of cardio 2-3 times a week and strength training (kettle bell, tabata, fusion) the other days. I eat 800 calories a day because I don't get hungry and when I do, it's…
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Balancing Carbs
I LOVE fruit! So I am taking in exactly or just above my sugar goal everyday but my fats and proteins dominate my diet. How can I incorporate more fiber without eating grains?