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Can’t do core workouts correctly?
Whenever I do a core workout, my stomach lifts off of the floor and I can’t keep my back down. Afterwards my back will hurt for days and I can’t sleep very well. Any tips/exercises for core (to lose stomach fat, not really form abs yet)?
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Best tracking app?
I track my walks/runs using either Under Armour Record, or my Fitbit. Which would be more accurate? E.g. the calorie burn is very different for the same walk I did today:
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Help
I can’t stop overeating.
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Calories burned?
How many calories sound accurate in two different apps from running? I might use my Fitbit on my next run, will it be more accurate than tracking using an app?
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Freaking out
If you’ve read any of my previous discussions you may have gotten a sense of how much I freak out about eating. It’s getting so much worse since I’ve moved away from home to University- I don’t have the mental energy to deal with this stress anymore on a daily basis. I’ve been really suicidal recently and the only reason I…
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Eating frozen food?
I left my cooked pasta out to defrost but it hasn’t fully defrosted yet. Would it still be safe to eat it slightly frozen? I don’t mind it cold I just don’t know if it will upset my stomach later but it’s all that I have on me to eat
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Dealing with regaining weight
I was 11 stone in 2015 when I was 15 and dropped to 8 stone 5 when I was 16. I realise now that it was a rapid change to my body and that I lost the weight in an unhealthy way- restricting my calories and foods that I ate. I’m now 18 and I’ve been putting a lot of the weight back on these past few months due to stress, and…
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Fitbit accuracy?
I just walked for 30 minutes at a leisurely pace- surely I can’t have burnt 180 calories it seems too high? Does anyone else find this problem with Fitbit?
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Croissant calories?
Help- freaking out a bit about not knowing how many calories I’ve had for breakfast... Carluccios doesn’t have nutritional information so I have no idea how many calories are I their vegan croissants. The plain weighed 65g and the dark chocolate hazelnut weighed 100g. I ate both- oops! Please help. I’ve provided pictures-…
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Can’t count calories on holiday- help
I’m going to Santa Fe in a couple of weeks and I’m dreading it rather than enjoying knowing I won’t be able to track my calories or my progress. I know it’s a holiday, but I’m going for two weeks and not tracking calories for two weeks can make a big difference- I will be devastated if I arrive home to find I’ve put on…
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Weigh fruit with skin?
When I weigh a banana or grapefruit with the skin on, would that be correct for 100g on MyFitnessPal? For example I think 100g grapefruit is about 42 calories- is that with skin? That doesn’t seem right as half a grapefruit is about 160g so is it really about 70 calories for a half?
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Waitressing- calories burned?
I’m trying to be in a calorie deficit at the moment, but whenever I get home after waitressing I’m starving. I don’t want to overeat and be in a calorie surplus so I’m not sure what to do. Is there any way I can track how many calories I’m burning? I’m not sure my fitbit inspire is accurate- any help?
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Impossible to lose weight
I lost over 2 stone a couple of years ago (I was slightly overweight and began to reduce my portion sizes for the first time ever) and was thrilled. Soon I realised I was becoming ‘skinny fat’ and due to circumstances (exam stress, mental health, family problems) I have put all the weight back on. I think I lost the weight…
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Tracking heart rate for weight loss?
Hi, I was considering buying the Fitbit Inspire tracker. Does tracking heart rate (on the Fitbit Inspire HR- more expensive) make any difference? Also I will want to start weightlifting so I’m wondering if it will track weights or just cardio? Any advice would help thanks See photos for features of each watch (blue is…
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Feel like giving up
I’ve had exams at the moment and I’ve gained 3 pounds in less than two weeks. I feel like this weight gain is affecting my mental health and my attitude towards my exams and I feel so alone that I eat my feelings. I’m so close to just letting myself go. Any advice?
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Plan weightlifting routine?
How can I plan a beginner workout routine if I want to join the gym? I currently weigh 9 stone 3 pounds, goal is 8 stone 8 pounds or less, and to lose body fat (but not so much by cardio). How do I start weightlifting? How many sets & reps? How many hours a week?
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Struggling to maintain weight
I’ve been going to the gym for a few months January-March but have had to quit and study for final exams in May/June. I’m struggling to maintain my calories at 1800 without the time/energy to exercise in a regular routine, and tend to overeat when I’m stressed. Any advice?
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Vegans: opinions on sugar?
I just bought some ‘veggie balls’ from Ikea (which online sources claim are vegan) but in the ingredients it says it contains brown sugar. When I look online, it says brown sugar isnt vegan as it’s made using bone char! Any help?
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Sugar: does it make you fat?
I know eating in a calorie surplus makes us gain weight, but I’m just asking about sugar here. Is it stored in our bodies as fat? Are there any alternatives that are not fattening (maple syrup, honey, agave sugar, coconut sugar, brown sugar)? Or do they all count as ‘added sugar’ (I.e not from fruit)? I try to use stevia…
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Calzone calories
How many calories in vegan calzone (spinach, vegan cheese, mushroom, red pepper, vegan pesto, tomato sauce)? I’m guessing the veg will all be low cal, but the calzone itself is still a pizza (12”). Any estimates?
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Proving bread: help!
I forgot to prove my bread before putting it in oven. Is it still safe to eat? (Slightly raw inside, but hard on outside so can’t bake it any longer)
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Hot drinks which don’t stain?
I’ve read coffee, tea, herbal teas and most hot drinks stain teeth. Does anyone know if white tea, or herbal rooibio tea stains? Or if there are any other hot drinks which don’t stain?
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Coconut oil: good or bad?
Should I exclude all saturated fat from my diet? Can you survive without it? I’m vegan and eat mostly raw, so I rarely have saturated fat anyway. Wondering if I should eat coconuts and coconut oil in my diet?
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Help! Don’t know how much to eat
I was planning on joining the gym to get toned, but also lose fat? I’m average weight (130lbs for 18y/o female, 5’7”) but my body fat percentage is around 22% (guessing but haven’t checked recently). People say to eat in a calorie deficit to lose weight/fat, but to eat in a calorie surplus to gain muscle? How do I do both?…
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Eating Disorder and University
I’m applying for accommodation soon and my mum is confused as to why I won’t look at any catered halls. She knows I have a problem with food, and being in control of what I eat, but I don’t know what to do anymore.
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Roasting nuts
Hey, Wondering if anyone knows whether the calories in nuts change if you roast them in the oven? Thanks
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Help! Estimate calories at resteraunt
What would be the lowest calorie option, trying not to be the person that gets a salad but if I have to I will...
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Help! Pancakes calories
Hello everyone, My family are planning on visiting the Pancake House for breakfast in a couple of days. Can anyone help me guess the lowest calorie item on the menu? I’m assuming the American style pancakes will be higher in calories and I will ask for dressing on the side with any order. Any comments would be useful!…
