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Weight training post hernia op
Does anybody lift regulary that has had an inguinal hernia? I’m about 5 weeks post op for inguinal hernia surgery. Thus far I’ve avoided lifting anything too heavy (including my constantly full of energy 2 year old boy) but I’ve managed to plug away with walking and my intermittent fasting. I wouldn’t mind getting back…
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Arm weights
So I bought some weights to strap to my wrists. I've been using them about 4 weeks now, usually for the first 10 minutes or so of my treadmill workout. I've heard mixed opinions on these, and I bought and used a them before I read up on the cons. Some people say they can cause damage, so people say they're brilliant and…
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Weight lifting and calorie count
Alright, so in 2014 I lost around 158lbs, last year I put about 45lbs back on. Anyway, the weight is coming off again and this time, I've started lifting weights - whilst eating a calorie deficit, but I'm not really sure how to calculate what calories I burn, so I just don't put anything. Below I'll explain what exercises…
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Fitbit Flex
OK, so I used to have a Fitbit One, but, it broke many moons ago, my diet, or healthy eating lifestyle (whatever you call it) has slipped this last few months, so I've decided to get another Fitbit. Was wondering though, how well does the flex work? Like, does it track steps that aren't there? With it being on my wrist, I…
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What can I replace bread with?
OK, so I've been on a pretty strict diet this last month, I have surprised myself how well I'm actually doing. I've completely cut out things like chocolate and crisps. No chips, no fried food, very little meat (not much of a meat eater anyway) no sweets - nothing. I've just been eating poached eggs in the mornings, then…
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Need Some Low Carb Ideas
Thinking of cutting down on carbs to improve weight loss. I lost lots last year, but I was massively overweight then, so weight dropped off by simply cutting calories, but now I'm kind of struggling. I swim at least 4 times a week, clothing is constantly getting baggier, but the number on the scale isn't really moving.…
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Does anybody juice?
So I watched a couple of documentaries on juicing, which I thought looked quite good. So, I bought a juicer and a book on good recipes, and have been juicing in the mornings and evenings. I really do enjoy the juices, but there is people on here and outside of MFP that have completely replaced ALL FOOD with juicing! They…
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Am I too fat to go swimming?
OK, so something I've not done since I was like 13 or something, is swimming. I used to love swimming as a kid, but as the years went by, and the weight piled on, it's something I never ever dreamt of doing, until now. I signed up to a gym today, have the induction on Thursday evening, and the gym membership I paid for…
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A funny fitness joke (or so I thought)
Weight Loss Program A guy calls a company and orders their 5-day, 5lbs weight loss program. The next day, there's a knock on the door and there stands before him a voluptuous, athletic, 19 year old babe dressed in nothing but a pair of Nike running shoes and a sign around her neck.. She introduces herself as a…
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1 year anniversary - 134LBS down - with pictures!
OK, so this is a big deal for me, because I HATE my picture being taken, as you can see from the after pictures, I can't smile! Lol, I can only smile naturally, I can't do it on demand for photographs! Anyone who is familiar with the sitcom "Friends" will know what I mean when I say the "Chandler smile" comes to mind! A…
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Metabolism - how EXACTLY does it work?
It's weird. This last month or so, I've slacked off with exercise (mainly due to work) and I have been eating more calories, bigger portions and generally more unhealthier food, but weirdly enough, I only gained 1.5LBS, and I have lost inches, from my chest and waist. Now, I'm not complaining, but how is that possible? Up…
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Falling off the wagon.
Alright, so this last month, due to training for a new job and various other obstacles, my exercise and diet have been kind of neglected. Even though I've managed to maintain my weight (lost and gained the same 2lbs) I still feel like I kind of "fell of the wagon" and up until a couple of days ago, I was struggling to get…
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Sodium
Alright, so once upon a time I was reading through a post that was about sodium. The OP was complaining about sodium and how it messes with the number on the scale, and the majority of the responses were something on the lines of "nothing wrong with sodium unless you have medical issues" or "I exceed my sodium limit on a…
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Eating the same foods everyday
Does anybody do this? Since eating healthier (since May) I've found that I eat the same foods, ALOT. Breakfast for example. I soft boil 2 eggs, de-shell them, and then chop them up onto two slices of toast, then add salt, pepper and tomato ketchup. ^^^ I think I could literally have that for breakfast each and every single…
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Alcohol Calories?
OK, so I don't drink anymore. I used to, but not anymore. I never had a problem with alcohol, but I never really drank as much as friends did, so giving it up when I started my weight loss program wasn't a big deal. Anyway, tomorrow I'm visiting some friends for the weekend, and they like to drink. Usually when I go over I…
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Lifting with sore arms
OK, so when i started out with my "journey" <<< hate saying "journey" but I couldn't think of an alternative word (it's late) I used to lift weights near enough every night at the gym, or do my arm curls at home. Since I started, I have took up swimming, and I swim 5 times a week, for at least an hour each time (usually…
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Eggs
Are brilliant. Why in the name of Barry White would you NOT eat the yolk? Some people...
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Accurate Workout Calorie Burn
OK, so I have a Polar Ft4 HRM I use to keep track of my calories burned. I have had it for about 6 months now, and I use it mainly whilst swimming. Recently, I came across a thread on another site, which was written by somebody who claimed to have been an Olympic swimmer, and they taught a swim class. She claimed that the…
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MFP Forum Binges!!
Does anybody else find themselves just randomly having a forum binge? For example, usually I only read up on topics that interest me or I ones where I feel I can contribute something positive to the discussion. Occasionally I like to direct some sarcastic/snarky comments towards what I would class a moronic…
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Question for women who swim
OK, so I have a question for women who go swimming (granted not all women, but majority of the ones where I go) I understand that the ladies like to spend time and effort on their hair, and usually, it does look good. But WHY do so many of you act like you have just been punched in the throat when you get it wet in the…
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BMR
OK, I am but a simple man, so here is a simple question: If I ate at my BMR calorie estimation, would I maintain weight? Eat below, you lose weight and eat above, you gain weight?
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Eating At Night
OK, so a few months back, I posted something similar, but I never really got a straight answer, so here it is again. Since I started my weight loss, I have been doing well, I've lost nearly 80LBS, and as expected, the weight loss progress slowed down, so it gets me thinking of ways to speed it up. Now, I eat a light…
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The Best HRM? Opinions Needed!
OK, so I have the Polar FT4, and until today, I had no problems with it. Now today I went swimming with it, as I usually do. I did 30 minutes in the gym before my swim, and whilst in the gym, my HR is pretty consistent, but whilst swimming today, it seemed my HR had a higher average throughout. Just generally had more BPM,…
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Swimming Calories.
OK, so I finally plucked up the courage to go swimming, and I loved it! I was sceptical about wearing my HRM, due to thinking the chest strap and transmitter would somehow break, but I have been advised it's good for up to 30m, so next time I'll wear it, so I used MFP guestimates to log the exercise. Now, I did the breast…
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I Need Opinions
Right, I see lots of people using some kind of shake as a meal supplement (usually for breakfast) people using them for weight loss, people using them for weight lifting, etc. So, I'm wanting to lose weight - have been doing for a while now, and I enjoy a big dinner. I usually end up having a light breakfast, skip lunch…
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Too Much Sugar?
OK, so I eat fruit everyday. Usually oranges, pineapple chunks, cherries and apples. I've noticed that my sugar allowance is usually exceeded, but 90% of it is down to fruit. I rarely eat chocolate or processed sugary foods. Anyway, I've read quite a few forum posts regarding sugar. Some people say stuff on the lines of…
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Does it matter when I eat my calories?
So I work strange hours. Usually end up having breakfast at around 6PM, so often my food diary is onto the next day, whilst I'm still logging food for yesterday (I hope that makes sense) So anyway, like now for example, I'm in the UK, I'll be having my last meal of the day in around an hours time (it's 3.27AM right now,…
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Someone rationalize for me
OK, so all last week I was ill. I had a stomach bug, I didn't eat anything for 4 days, then all I ate for 3 days were scrambled eggs on toast (kept under 800 calories, couldn't stomach anything more) and last week I lost near enough 8LBS! Now I'm back to normal. Back to eating my daily allowance and then up to half of my…
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Just eaten a whole pizza, now I'm off to bed.
Yeah, that's right. A full 12 inch, thin crust veg and triple cheese pizza, Caribbean wedges and coleslaw. 1325 calories, and I'm off to bed shortly. The reason I posted this is because of all the bull crap I read about NOT eating after 7pm, or 3 hours before you go to bed. I work strange hours, so I'm nocturnal. Breakfast…
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Healthy Eating Really Does Work
Seriously, I have so much energy compared to 3 months ago. I literally feel like I could punch through a concrete wall! I like finding excuses to go out walking, I can withstand triple the amount of time on the treadmill than I could 3 months ago, I can go for 30 minutes doing 3 minute rounds on my heavy bag, as opposed to…
