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Eating my exercise calories
I have recently decided to try and eat back some of my exercise calories, because eating at 1500 calories is fine and even feels like too much on inactive days but I found myself getting super hangry (and fatigued) on leg days or when I do long runs or days hiking. I am short - 5'2", 150lb, size 6 female. I do not have any…
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See Abs by December: Advice, suggestions, input?
I lift and do cardio for about 1-2 hours 5 times a week and hike or do something active and longer on the weekend. I am really trying to dial in my nutrition to get leaner and maybe just maybe see some abs by the end of the year (crosses fingers). I keep my diet high in protein because I lift heavy and I want to preserve…
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Wondering how everyone else feels about getting asked out at the gym?
I've never understood why people ask me out at the gym. Now as much as I'd love to find my swolemate and all.... I don't understand why guys don't try to get to know you or create some sort of friendship or familiarity before diving straight into ask for a date or number. Am I the only girl who thinks this? Guys, do girls…
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Healthy St. Patty's Day meals/treats
I love cooking and baking and usually make a meal fitting for every holiday. Any ideas for a healthy St. Patty's themed entrée or treat?
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Half Marathon in a month
So I am supposed to run a half marathon on March 12th and my training hasn't been so great. I have been much more focused on my weights and HIIT than long distance. What is the best way to build up to this mileage rather quickly? I can run 5 miles at a 9 min mile right now. Looking for some suggestions. Also as a side…
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After a long run-eating and energy?
Any tips on post run eating? I did a nine mile run today and while I am not achy or stiff yet, I feel tired and so hungry... like I think I could beat my bodybuilder brother in an eating contest hungry. Any go to foods or meals that help refuel you so you aren't so hungry while being gentle on the stomach? Or do any of you…
