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Weights and cardio
I'm thinking of doing a mix of HIIT and weights. I'm wondering if it is OK to do HIIT workouts on my weight rest days. Would this be a feasible schedule and be effective? (My goal is to retain LBM while dropping weight and fat) Mon: HIIT Tues: weights Wed: HIIT Thur:weights Fri: Rest Sat: HIIT Sun: rest Thoughts? Has…
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TurboFire while still overweight?
I'm thinking of getting the TurboFire DVD set, but I am still overweight. I'm worried I won't be able to do it. Anyone out there started it while overweight (20 or more pounds to lose still) or out of shape? We're you able to do it?? Thanks!
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how do you decide??
From what I have read you can't be at a deficit if your goal is building muscle. My goal is to both build muscle and lose fat. I have been eating at a deficit in order to lose weight, doing lots of cardio. How do you decide how many extra calories you need to consume in order to build muscle? I have lost 28 pounds and need…
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50 cal foods??
What are your favorite 50 calorie foods???
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Beginning weights
How did you begin lifting weights? I'm going to do it at home & would love to hear about other' successes. Thanks in advance!
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When to start strength training?
I have lost 16 pounds & have at least 25 more pounds. I do cardio on most days and strength train sporadically mostly using my own body weight. My question is at what point do I seriously start using weights? Do you wait until most of your weight & fat are gone or before? Thanks for your help!
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Protein Powders- please explain
I have noticed a lot of my MFP friends use protein powders on a daily basis. Can anyone explain why? Why not eat real food if you need more protein? I'm a bit confused about it. Thanks!!
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HRM question...
I am thinking of getting a HRM, but know little about them. Is there one that is better than other? Help!!!
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rewarding your losses
I am just beginning my weight loss journey and am now down 4.5 pounds. I have decided to reward myself for every 5 pounds that I lose to help motivate me to keep going. How do you reward yourself????
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portion control
I'm struggling with portion control. I seem to feel deprived if there isn't a lot on my plate. I have tried eating on a smaller plate and using a big fork to try and fool my eye, but it doesn't seem to work. What works for you???
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need lunch and dinner ides. HELP!!
Does anyone have some EASY and yummy lunch and dinner ideas? I just joined MFP and seem to be stumped. I should also add that I'm not a big fan or salads. Thanks for your help!! Pam
