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To workout or not (with a cold)
I can’t decide if I should go to my Krav Maga class tonight. I’ve been sick with a cold, and have done nothing but rest for three days. I feel better today, but still stuffy and a bit low energy (probably dehydrated- pushing fluids now). I’m wondering what you smart fitness folks would do in my case. One thing to note- the…
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FitBit calories burned
My FitBit estimate of calories burned overall seems fairly accurate, since when I lost some weight through calorie restriction I lost as expected based on those numbers. However, I’m recently surprised by my exercise calories burned. For example, it says I burned 180 calories on Friday with a 33 minute walk (I’m 41F,…
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Quads hurting with squats
I seem to be doing something wrong when I squat. I’m using very light weights (30 lbs) and really focusing on form. I always go just below parallel making sure my knees don’t turn in. I’ve watched dozens of videos on squatting. But without fail, I’m in pain afterwards, much more so than any other exercise (it usually hurts…
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Krav Maga?
I’ve been invited to try out a Krav Maga class, and I’m interested but a bit apprehensive. Does anyone do this, and wish to share their experience? Thanks!
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Low-impact metcon ideas?
Hello! I’m hoping to add 5-10 minutes of a “metabolic conditioning” workout after my strength workouts (3x/wk). However, due to severe plantar fasciitis, I’m pretty limited in exercises to choose. Things like box jumps, jumping jacks, sprints, etc are out. I’m also hesitant to use much in terms of weights during a…
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Fitness vacation advice
Hello! I’ve been back on MFP for a few weeks now, trying to lose 20lbs gained, mostly due to inactivity (developed severe plantar fasciitis). I’m back in the gym now, doing a progressive overload lifting program 3x per week. I also walk my dogs daily. This summer I will be going on an active vacation that will include…
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Vegetarians- protein?
I'm finding it tough to get enough protein. I can get almost 90 grams when I really work at it, though that's far less than 1gram per pound (I'm 137) that I've seen recommended for maintaining muscle mass. Are any of you vegetarians doing it without supplements? Can you give me a sample diet? Or should I just buy some…
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Hungry at end of the day
What do you do if you're hungry at the end of the day but you've eaten all your calories? Do you go over, or go to bed hungry? Just curious! ( I usually feel fine at 1550c but feel hungry tonight:)
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Results question
Hi! I'm a 39 yr old woman, current weight 133. I used to be very active with running and weightlifting, but a neck injury and some other ailments led me to be fairly inactive this past year. I also gained 15 pounds. For the past month I've been able to return to weightlifting (NROLW), going very slowly. Running is not an…
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Not losing weight
I'm a 39 year old woman, 5'5", 137 pounds. Due to inactivity in the past year due to some injuries, I gained 15 pounds. For the past three weeks I've been dieting and working out, and haven't lost a single ounce. My Fitbit says I burn 2000-2100 calories a day, so I've set my calorie goal at 1500-1600. I'm able to stick to…
