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EM2WL- reduce TDEE when sick?
I have been sick this week and have been unable to work out so far. By the end of this week I will probably log 1 1/2 hrs. of workout time. My TDEE is normally set at the moderate pace (I work out 4-5 days a week at around 4- 5 hrs. total). Do I adjust my TDEE down a bit to accomodate the 1 1/2 hrs. of working out or do I…
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HELP! Need tips to eat all my calories!
So, I have to eat 1785 calories (a little more on some days b/c of workouts) and find that by the end of the day I have 500 or so to go. I'm so used to eating a salad with a little meat in it for lunch or low-calorie lunches that I realized this is setting me back. I always eat a full dinner and have a 300 calorie…
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Newbie
I tried the 1200 calorie diet thing a year ago because I didn't know any better (trying to lose pre-pregnancy weight). Guess what? It came back. I've been netting my BMR for a few days now and have already dropped weight. I feel more full and still feel strong. I just need some friends to encourage and support and…
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30 DAY SHRED- MUSCLE REPAIR?
So, I just bought the 30 day shred DVD. I have two concerns and am in need of your opinion! First, if this workout is a full-body workout that is done every day, when does that leave room for muscle repair? I've always left a day for muscle repair. Second, I am used to doing 45 minute circuit training workouts, so 20 min.…
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Just found out I'm Pregnant!
So, I just found out that I am early in my first Trimester with baby #3! :happy: I haven't been pregnant for 4 years, so I'm a little curious as to what all the " new-fangled" websites are for pregnant women. What are your favorite pregnancy websites for staying fit and healthy? I didn't get down to my goal weight, so it…
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Let's do 100 Push ups a day!
So, who wants to join me in doing 100 push ups a day (all at once or throughout the day)? Friend me so we can keep each other accountable. Here's to great-looking arms!> ***CHANGED to every other day for muscle recovery. =)
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How to combat fatigue
Anyone have any suggestions for getting rid of fatigue (other than caffeine :wink: )? I am tired when I wake up in the morning (I get at least 7 hrs. of sleep). On those days that I don't feel rested, what can I do to feel better so I can get my workouts in? Thanks, everybody!
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Healthy Wheat Pancake Recipe?
Does anyone have a pancake recipe that is healthy and uses wheat flour? Thanks!
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Any Great Stretch Routines?
I'm looking for a great stretching routine for after my workouts. I would love to be long and lean! Does anyone have any links to sites that they use for their stretching? Thanks!:smile:
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Bananas & weight loss???
I'm trying to lose the last 15 lbs! Are bananas an OK breakfast to have or do they hinder weight loss? Thanks for your imput!:smile:
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Run as long as possible or Intervals?
So, is it more efficient weight-loss wise to run for as long as possible on the treadmill or to do intervals (10 min. running then 5 minutes walking at 3.5 on 8 incline)? I'm trying to lose weight and would love your opinions. =) Thanks!
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Has anyone made strawberry pie with Splenda??
I would love to make a strawberry pie and want to use Splenda so I don't have to feel guilty. Has anyone tried this? What was the outcome? Does it taste like a normal pie? What is your recipe? Thanks!!!
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How do I lose weight in arms?
I was wondering what everyone's routines are regarding losing weight in triceps. Also, would love to hear success stories!! Thanks!:wink:
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Does anyone else use Jillian Michaels' "Making the Cut" trai
I was just wondering if anyone follows the circuit training in Jillian Michaels' book "Making the Cut" or follows another circuit training routine. I did about 1 month of this a few months ago and saw some changes. I am starting back up and am on week 2. Anyone else use these exercises and see a big difference? Thanks!
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Crystal Light carbonated drink??
So, I'm curious to know if anyone out there has made a carbonated version of Crystal Light. I am addicted to Canada Dry Cranberry Ginger Ale and am wondering if I can make a healthy version with Crystal Light. Any suggestions on a great drink to make?
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Accurate calories burned: treadmill or MFP?
After exercising on the treadmill for 30 min. the treadmill said I burned 263 and MFP said I burned 186. Which is right?
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How did you lose the final 15 lbs.?
For all of you people out there who have met your weight loss goals: how did you lose the final 15 lbs? What was your workout routine? How many calories did you burn a week through exercising? Thanks for your imput! :happy:
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Strength training/Weight training?
My workout as of now consists of 10 min. running on treadmill, 5 minutes of weights/ab/leg exercises (depending on day), 10 min. running, 5 min. weights, 10 min. running, ended by 5 more minutes of weights. Do I count that 15 min. of weights/exercises as strength training or circuit training? The difference between the two…
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How many calories burned?
My workout as of now consists of 10 min. running on treadmill, 5 minutes of weights/ab/leg exercises (depending on day), 10 min. running, 5 min. weights, 10 min. running, ended by 5 more minutes of weights. Do I count that 15 min. of weights/exercises as strength training or circuit training? The difference between the two…
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Need good scale!
My scale seems to give me 3 different reads on my weight. What is a really good scale that you can recommend that is also fairly inexpensive? Thanks for your imput!:smile:
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HELP! Need smaller triceps fast!
I am in a wedding in 3 weeks and have been doing strength training exercises targeting my triceps for quite a while now. I haven't seen much progress ( like 1/4" lost). Anyone have any great exercises for toning my triceps? Anyone know the secret to toning triceps fast? I would like to lose 1.5 inches. Help! Thanks for…
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HELP! Treadmill or Circuit/Intensity Training
I'm 5'4" and now weigh 134. My goal weight is 120. I lost the first 6 pretty fast, but then it seemed to slow down. I did Jillian Michaels circuit training for a little over a week and loved it, but didn't feel like I was burning many calories. I think that's because there's no way I can know unless I get a heart rate…
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Help! Treadmill or Circuit Training?
I'm 5'4" and now weigh 134. My goal weight is 120. I lost the first 6 pretty fast, but then it seemed to slow down. I did Jillian Michaels circuit training for a little over a week and loved it, but didn't feel like I was burning many calories. I think that's because there's no way I can know unless I get a heart rate…
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Jillian Michaels "Winning By Losing"
Have any of you tried the 12 week workout in Jillian Michael's "Winning By Losing" book? I started yesterday and am aching. I am wondering if I will lose weight with this workout (4 days/wk, run 1 day/wk). I have 15 lbs to lose. Thanks for your imput! :smile:
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How do you get ready for your morning workout?
I have moved my workout time from afternoon to about 6:45 am. How do you wake yourself up enough to run? What do you eat in order to give you enough energy? Thanks for your imput!
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Healthy chocolate chip cookies?
Hey there. Does anyone have a recipe for relatively healthy cookies/snacks? I LOVE chocolate! Thanks for your imput!
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Ab Exercises
I recently ran across some awesome ab workouts in Fitness magazine (my favorite!). How often should I do these ab exercises? Is every day too much? Thanks for your imput! :smile:
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How long after you started did you lose weight?
I started 45 minute workouts 4 days/wk about 2 weeks ago. Should I see the scale dropping? I consistently eat 1200 cal/day and weigh 140 lbs.
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shoot for daily goal for caloric intake or around 1200 to lo
So, here's a question. If we use the elliptical and burn a whole lot of calories, do we shoot for our daily goal for caloric intake or just stick down near 1200?
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Any fellow asthmatics out there running?
Getting on the treadmill has been a challenge for me because of allergy induced asthma. I do see much improvement the longer I have been running. I can run 1/2 mile and then have to go to fast walking for a while, then repeat. Have you asthmatics seen your ability to run increase with time?
