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liquid egg whites in the UK
Now I know that all the supermarkets seem to show they sell them when looking at their stores online, but has anyone ever seen then in the actual stores? All I can find is the powered kind. Should I just buy online or just eat whole eggs?
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First spinning class
So I went to my first spin class this morning - wow! All classes are for all abilities and I was pushed. It was busy (expected less people like I saw at the Monday class) but not full. I kept up as much as I could but most of the time I ended up staying in the seat rather than standing up, I did sometimes for short blasts…
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fitness aims
So I am looking at ways to stretch myself, something to aim for other than get to xx lbs by xxx date. I have been reading on here about all these crazy runs happening in the USA and I have found one in the UK: http://www.majorseries.com/ I am thinking about aiming for this, maybe just the 5k this time round ;) I currently…
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first time running on a treadmill
So I went on the treadmill today to see how long it would take me to run 1.5 miles. I managed to get to 1.23 miles averaging 5.5 mph. It took me 20 mins lol A few mins of that was walking. How should I go about getting faster?
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Protein powder logging
When logging a protein powder do you just log the powder or what you have it with?
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what to accompany meals...
So you have your main part of your meal - meat, fish, etc but what do you guys have with it along with salad/veg. We generally either have a pasta/rice/couscous dish or it's potatoes of some kind.
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Summit trainer
Has anyone ever used this? It looks like a giant stepper lol So far I've been using the cross-trainer, bike and sometimes rower but been thinking of trying this as well as the treadmill
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monthly shop - whats in your basket?
So I am thinking of doing a monthly shop (asda - £50 to £60) and then smaller weekly ones to try and stick to a budget. What would you get if you were doing a monthly shop, so far I have: Quinoa Pasta Rice Frozen/tinned veg Tinned beans Tinned tuna/salmon Soup Cereal Meat - chicken, pork, beef, turkey Household items Not…
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Keeping motivated at the gym
How do people keep motivated at the gym? I get so bored too quickly so my sessions get shorter and shorter. Is it just finding th right routine for me?
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Bodypump classes
I am off to a body pump class this evening, is it a good class to do? What should I expect, I'm always so nervous doing something new. There a 15 min into class before hand which I shall also attend.
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clothes for the shorties?
Where do the short ladies in the UK find sweatpants/tracksuit bottoms/etc? I'm not quiet at the leggings stage yet ;) My trousers usually are 3/4 or those with elastic at the bottom.
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fitbit and mfp
So what actually does fitbit do with mfp? I know it add exercise calories throughout the day but does it not change your tdee or net calorie goal etc? What I don't like is that you cant edit your TDEE on this site.
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Nuffield classes - anyone?
So I've joined Nuffield and have yet to do any classes. Has anyone got any reviews? I'm looking at the following - Body pump/balance/attack/combat All over body workout Express kettlebells Ballet fit Pilates Any advice for a newbie? I dread the first class lol
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Trying to pick a gym
I'm having a hard time picking the right gym for me. 1) Trugym - 2 mins from my house (15.99) http://www.trugym.co.uk/#/trugym-bromley/4552008361 2) Fit4less - 7 mins from my house (£19.99) http://www.f4l.com/bromley/index.htm I personally feel this is better than TruGym 3) Calso gym - short bus ride away (£20 for contract…
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Finally joined a new gym...
It's not the best one around but it will do for now. It's basically one huge room with 2 rows of cardio machines including the one that is a cross between a stepper and a cross trainer (my new fav), at the back is the weight machines (bottom half) then the weight machines (top half) and behind them the exercise mat area.…
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upbeat drink
Has anyone tried this new protein drink? Just under 150 kcals in a little bottle 20g protein 12.5 carbs (most sugars) 2g fat http://www.thegrocer.co.uk/fmcg/fresh/dairy/upbeat-whey-drink-from-volac-targeted-at-mainstream-market/237122.article…
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classes to take
So what do people think of the following classes? They are being offered at my soon to be new gym Circuit | yoga | kettlebell | bootcamp | express class boxfit | stretch | combat | pump | pilates | spin The gym doesn't have loads of classes but I'm sure I can find 1 class I could do each day (not that I will do one…
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Success in the making....
So this was me in November 2010 The following were taken in 2012 Since Jan 2013 I have lost only 11 lbs but aim to get back to my 2010 weight by the end of the year. Stats 5ft 1ins SW 203 lbs CW 191.8 lbs GW 115-130 lbs I will add to this thread each time I make a significant gain towards my goal.
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Trampolining
Does anyone here do it? I'm so tempted to try it :) There is a club near me that does an adult class once a week for 1.5 hrs Would it come under gymnastics as the database doesn't have trampolining.
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Daily goal for protein
So I'm 5ft 1 ins, 191.8 lbs and calories 1787. I currently have my protein set to 134g this ok or too high, I have a hard time reaching it, but can go over on fats easily.
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Healthy low calorie snacks
I alwas read about people mentioning foods to eat to increase their calories and reach their goals. I am looking for the opposite. I hate nuts, pb, yoghurt, rasins, celery, oranges, pears, tomatoes etc Name things I can have around the flat or at work (work on a ward) to snack on. I need low calorie as I tend to have high…
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diet/zero/free drinks
I'm addicted to Cherry Coke, Dr Pepper etc but HATE diet versions of coke. I have found a love for Sprite zero or 7up free, haven't seen a Dr Pepper zero for ages :( Is it ok for my to drink these?
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barbell workouts without a bench
So I don't have a bench at home just free weights, can anyone suggest a good routine to do.
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wasabi beans
Are they really a good snack? 25g are 100 calories but 25g is a very small amount.
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Need motivation
So since January I have lost 14 lbs but since Feb/Mar I have been gaining then loosing then gaining etc. I started at 203lbs I went down to 188.7lbs now I'm 192.6lbs. I would like to get to 164lbs by Sptember 20th for when I go on holiday. I joined a gym and at first I went all the time and was excited when I had a day off…
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weighing food
How does It work, how much of each item do you need eash meal etc? How do you cook fdor more than one person and have the correct amounts?
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TDEE - 25%
SO If I've worked out my calaries 1662 using TDEE - 25% do I eat back my exercise calories?
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healthy lunch options for work
I am looking for healthy and cheep ideas for lunch I can take to work either hot or cold. I like wraps, past, rice, lentils etc mexican food I love.
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Just got my Polar Ft4...
I love it, strap is totally fine, my workout just feels better. Question when the data says 'in the zone' is that fitness zone or fat burning zone? The FT4 doesn't give you Fat Percentage of Calories does it?
