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Question about cals burned on treadmill.
Hi all. Just some slight confusion on my part. I run daily on the treadmill and afterwards the machine estimates I burned approx 400 - 500 cals. I've heard a general rule been thrown around in the forums of only logging half of the predicted burn. Is that correct or do people mean MFP's prediction? If it helps, I run on a…
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Confusion over how much Protein required per day.
I've taken to weightlifting recently and I have been reading up and learning about what to do. One thing they all agree is that you need a good amount of Protein. I've used 5 different Protein calculators online from various companies and they vary quite alot regarding how much I should have per day. For context: Stats:…
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Should my focus be on fat loss 1st before trying to build muscle?
I'm a 31 year old Male, 6"4 and currently weigh 18st 12lb. Been steadily losing weight over the past 3 months & recently joined the gym to push on. I go to the gym 4 times a week. I feel like I'm at a cross roads. Should I be doing cardio to keep those calories down and keep losing steadily or move into the weights side to…
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Protein - Losing fat and gaining muscle
Hi all, Quick question: How much Protein should I consume per day to gain muscle? I've read conflicting amounts. Stats: Male Age 31 Activity Sedentary Gym 4 times per week I eat back half of trained calories I struggled today to eat around 150g of Protein. If needed, should I consider a powder suppliment? Any suggestions?…
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Macro %'s for losing body fat.
Hi all, just looking for abit of advice on how to setup my macro's to reduce body fat/lose weight. My setup right now is using I.F as a way of controlling calories. It's certainly working (lost nearly 2 stone so far) and I'm strict and driven when I have a plan. I've been trying to do some research but couldn't get a…
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Tips to keep losing weight
Hi guys, so far I have lost about 1 1/2 stone but recently hit a block. Can anyone suggest tips to keep losing weight? I haven't changed my diet, I try to do some exercise each day but for 3 weeks now I have sat at 17 stone exactly! Do I need to work harder? Change my diet?
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Help dropping below 17st
Hey guys. I'm looking to drop below 17st but for the life of me I can't seem to drop anything. Up until now my progress has generally been good, nothing major but a steady loss over time. I used to be 18.2 stone. However, no matter what I do I can't seem to shift anything now. Exercise wise I always try to do something…
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Fish & chips
Can someone clear this up for me please. I am craving fish & chips from my local chippy but I would like to know as a rough estimation how many cals is in the meal. I have exercised well and ate well and as a one off I want a treat.
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Help with portions.
Ok this might sound a silly question but while in work I usually buy a pack of sandwiches on the way. Question is: Is one triangle considered 1 sandwich or are both considered 1? I'm trying to make sure my food is accurate as possible.
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Is calories the most important statistic?
Hello, For dinner today I had a few egg mayonaise sandwiches and noticed I had gone over my target for fat. In this case I have had to throw away an extra sandwich to keep within target. However my calories target is nearly 1000 below right now. What should I do? Is it OK to go over? Im eating plenty of fruit each day.…
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Drinking suggestions
Ok, its my mates birthday today and we are all going out for drinks tonight. My question is what is considered the healthiest option drink wise? Ideally, in order of preference I like: 1. Lager 2. Cider 3. Spirits 4. Wine I'm not planning on getting totally wasted but at the same time I don't want to undo all the hard work…
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Tips to keep sugar low
Of all my targets I have, sugar is the one I stuggle to keep down the most. I like to think I eat quite healthy. I do eat fruits such as apples, grapes and bananas and stay clear of things like chocolate and drink mostly water, but litterally an apple and a banana and im near my maximum. Any ideas!?
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Some guidance for a beginner
Firstly, I am so happy I found this website, it's amazing and has helped me actually aim for a goal rather than being reckless and failing a month down the line while trying to become healthy/diet. OK so my Stats are: Age:25 Weight: 247 Height: 6"4 Sex: Male Aiming to lose 2lb a week and am sedentary mostly during the day.…
