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Some people seem to burn so many calories in exercise, how? What do you do?
I am curious, I am aware different size people burn different numbers of calories for the same exercise, but I am just looking for exercise ideas. I am getting back into running, about 12 miles last week and I have started weight machines at the gym (but have no idea how many calories I burn using these?!Not too fussed,…
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Help running lots, losing nothing!
hi, I am currently training for a marathon and am running about 25miles a week... This will go up, and I do spinning once a week. I know I'm eating too much to lose, that's under control with clean eating lent. I'm not putting on, I'm stagnant!! But I could do with some weight training to complement my running, will…
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Help - I've been logging now for about 10 days and finding it very difficult to stick to calories
Hi, I've been logging for about 10days, started well, but am finding it very difficult to stick to my calorie limit. I thought this 2 week period would be the perfect time to start because I am at home, and can really watch what I eat, but alas, I find myself getting very hungry (maybe because I am at home and have nothing…
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Quick easy healthy meals
Hi, I hate cooking!! And I work about 12 hrs a day - I get fed lunch at work, but need some nice light meals for dinner in the evening. I detest cooking, especially when I am tired after a days work. Any suggestions on light meals, that are healthy and quick and easy? I don't want to keep resorting to takeaways! Thank you…
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I need friends
to encourage me when I am feeling fed up, to advise me when I need them, to keep me going when I'm finding it tough, and hopefully I can do the same for you. Feel free to add me!
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Help.... what one thing should I do first?
Hi, I am just starting out after having weighed myself and wanted to cry! I am trying to work out a plan of action and I need to work out what to do first. I will be back at work as of Monday so I will be able to get into a routine again so I am planning to go to gym 3 times a week regularly at the bear minimum. Foodwise -…
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Dumbells vs kettlebell
Hi, I am new to weight training, I do a fair bit of cardio but would like to improve my strength. I want something I can use at home but can only afford to get one of the above to start with. So do a get a set of dumbells or a kettlebell? What is advantages of each? What do you prefer? Thanks in advance :)
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Run 35km a week Challenge
I am planning to slowly increase my running again, I ran a marathon back in early April then got a huge chest infection so have only run a handful of times since! My aim is to run 35km a week throughout June. My plan is probably to split this over about 4 days. Anybody want to join me for this challenge? Or just offer some…
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Upped protein stomach pain
I've recently changed my diet to include more protein and less processed food (low salt and sugar). I've been eating this diet since Monday and today am suffering stomach pains. Could it be related to my diet?
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Should I or shouldn't I?
I am due to be running a half marathon on Sunday but I have been suffering an earache the last couple of days and a sore throat. I think I should withdraw, but I have trained so hard. Am hoping it'll clear up tomorrow. What would you do?
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Flexibility help
Hi all, I'm currently training for a half marathon so am running 3- 4 times a week. I also try to do 2 bootcamp sessions in the park. I have realised I'm totally inflexible (is that a word?) I dislike yoga and don't really want to do a class as time restraints are an issue with my current training. Does anyone know of any…
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Thinking about buying a set of weights - which ones?
I am considering getting some dumbells for use with squatting, lunges etc. The question is what size? I can do about 20pressups so instinct tells me 1kg won't be enough? Obviously I don't want to buy too heavy or too light! Suggestions?
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Help me! Please be my friend :)
Hi all, I'm back after weighing myself and nearly being heaviest I've been :( 139lbs (I'm 5'1") my target is to get to 121lbs but I need people to support me in my pledge. If you can offer me support, please add me. Advice and suggestions welcome! Thanks -off for a run!
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Please what am I doing?
Right, fed up. Weighed myself and I'm back up to where I was. I had lost about 8lbs in the couple of months before Christmas, and I have been attending bootcamp exercise sessions regularly. My fitness has vastly improved and my dad says I looked like I had lost weight, (yesterday) but it has all come back so maybe i am…
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Suggestions please
Hi, I have been tracking on MFP for 2 months and I am struggling. In that time I have lost 5lbs. MFP suggests my net calories should be 1250. I was just doing some sums and believe that my BMR is 1386 (fitnessfrog) and my TDEE is 1906 - both higher than MFP is suggesting. I am 5'1" and weigh approx 136lbs. I want to be…
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Hr monitor, which to get
I have decided to get a heart rate monitor.... The question is which to get. Looking at FT4, FT7, FT40 and FT60. The main reason I want one is to monitor my heart rate and count calories in the aim to improve my fitness. I do bootcamp sessions and run. I'm not fussed about gps as I use my phone for distances. The question…
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Hi, please help me :)
Hi, I have just restarted and am determined to lose approx a stone/stone and a half and generally tone up. I have stared bootcamp and boxercise at least twice a week and hope to start running again, but I need people to push me hard :) If you want to be my friend, I hope we can inspire ourselves when times get tough (choc…
