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Lower back pain and exercise
Hi guys, I've been having some severe lower back pain the last few weeks. I didn't have a fall or an injury (that is, it wasn't like I was squatting and felt something snap or pull). I think it might just be over training or a strain, so I took a week off. Now, I'm ready to get back in the gym. I've read that with lower…
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How quickly is fitness lost?
So I've been sidelined by a back injury, and won't be able to work out for a while (need to have a consultation with a specialist first, and until I get that I'm not doing any exercise at all). One of my many fears related to my health and weight is that when I stop exercising, I'll lose all the fitness I've attained. I've…
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New Nutrition Labels!
So apparently the US is going to require an updated nutrition label for all processed foods. See posts here and here: What do you guys think of the new label? I particularly like the "added sugar" line. Do you think this is an improvement? Will you find it useful?
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Really struggling this holiday season
Hi guys, I have been having a very difficult time this holiday season sticking to my calorie goals. I just find that there is food everywhere, particularly my office. Yes, I know no one is making me eat, but when cookies and fudge and candy is sitting out at the coffee station and by the doors all day, it is making it very…
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Workout burnout or...?
Hi guys, I am looking for a little advice. I've noticed the last few weeks that I am just slogging around with little energy and really dreading working out. I don't know if I just need a few days of a break, or if I should toughen up and keep pushing myself physically. It's hard for me to tell when I genuinely need rest…
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Lost 80 pounds, celebrated by hitting the coasters!
Two years ago, in 2013, I thought my life was pretty good. I was living in a great city, with a gorgeous apartment. I had a pretty good job with good pay and benefits (bad boss not withstanding). I had started volunteering at the local animal shelter and then the library, and had a small circle of friends. The only real…
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Broken bones from being obese?
Hi guys, this has been bothering me for more than 10 years, and I thought this might be the right place to ask: Has anyone here ever had a fracture solely caused by being overweight? I've struggled with my weight all my life. My highest weight was 290 pounds; in the last year I've shed 66 pounds through diet and exercise…
