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5 or 10K walk/runs...Interested in participating??
Hey everyone - I have been trying to do some of the walk/runs around the island of Oahu and think it would be more fun to have a friend or two there. My boyfriend works on Saturdays so he can't usually participate and most people I hang with I met at the bar so they are not really motivated to get up and move on a weekend…
Best shoes for walking fast/jogging
I'm sure it is all individual but since I have been walking faster and trying to incorporate some jogging - I need a new pair of shoes. I do a majority of my walking/jogging on the beach and/or hiking type terrain, but am also on roads/sidewalks for some of the time. Suggestions??
Weekend challenges? First 10K run/walk (w/pics)
Just wanted to share with you that I completed my first 10K run/walk this weekend! Unfortunately, I can't share elevation or calories burn stats (still waiting to afford a gadget) but here are some pics. Anyone else have any hiking or race related NSV? Think this was about 2.5 miles in...... and the trail goes up....there…
article of maintaining weight loss
http://www.nutritionatc.hawaii.edu/HO/2012/497.htm Losing pounds can be easier than maintaining weight loss Losing weight is easier than maintaining the reduced body weight. Many people have even lost hundreds of pounds over decades but the pounds creep back on (in some cases gallop back) until the old weight has returned,…
Eating at TDEE between cuts
My question is about activity while eating at TDEE. I have been eating at TDEE-15% during April, May and June so I decided to eat at TDEE for the first week in July (I had seen something before about taking a "diet" break every 8-12 weeks). Should I maintain my regular workout schedule as well? I did take my morning walk…
12 Weeks of EM2WL progress
Alright - I'm starting week 13 of EM2WL. I am at 2050 calories per day with 3-5 hrs of exercise per week. Mostly cardio at this point but I have been slowly incorporating strength training, geared towards arms. Mostly meeting my macros of 50%carb/25%protein/25%fat (I need to be at 25% fat due to my gallbladder, or lack of…
Interesting article...supports adequate protein intake
http://www.nutritionatc.hawaii.edu/HO/2012/493.htm Effective weight loss takes more than cutting calories As spring heads into summer, thoughts often turn to losing weight to fit into that swimsuit again. Setting a reasonable weight loss goal, however, is more complex than most people realize. Question: Will cutting…
Quick way to estimate how many calories to eat
So I've used the scooby, fittofat, fitnessfrog etc to estimate calories. However, as a Nutritionist for the state we are encouraged to provide government resources to my clients so...... I went to the new ChooseMyPlate.gov website. If you are not aware the "Food Guide Pyramid" is no longer being used, instead the graphic…
Portion Distortion quizzes
I know we are all pretty suave when it comes to portion sizes and how much we have to move our butts to burn it off, but I like these quizzes. http://hp2010.nhlbihin.net/portion/index.htm Click on Portion Distortion 1 and PD 2
May help you determine activity level
Some info from ChooseMyPlate.gov. Sedentary - less than 30 mins a day of moderate physical activity in addition to daily activities (<210 mins a week) Moderate Active - at least 30 up to 60 mins a day of moderate physical activity in addition to daily activities (210-420 mins a week) Active - 60 or more mins a day of…
interesting read on portion sizes
http://forecast.diabetes.org/portions-may2012?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Post&utm_content=052012-portions&utm_campaign=DF We don't get overweight by eating 2000 a day, but by eating 2000 a meal! Even though i was pretty good at eyeballing portion sizes, it is eye opening when you use scale and measuring cups.
How much above BMR?
I was wondering if there is any school of thought on how much above BMR is considered healthy? I ask because my BMR is estimated at 1555 and my net calories on most days after exercise ends up about 1600. I know if I burn much more than this I should eat back some calories, but was just wondering if I should up calories…
Have elliptical....might as well use it. HiiT workout ideas?
I have any elliptical machine that I have been using for the last year. Started with one pre-set workout that I did until it seemed too easy. Ever once-in-while I would switch it up. Then had surgery so back to the basic pre-set workout I liked until it seemed easy again. After reading more posts I have been trying to…
I'm in...are you.....X terra 10k run/adventure walk
Aloha, I just registered for the 10k run/walk - I will definitely be more on the walking end of things! - at Kualoa Ranch. The hike is in beautiful Kaaawa Valley. Would love to have some friends there to enjoy the day. Anyone interested? http://freedomfesthawaii.com/default.asp?nc=7067&id=58
Still not sure I'm eating enough??
So I understand the concepts, not sure I understand the online calculators or if I am estimating right.......My BMR is 1550 on both sites. Fitness frog has my TDEE at 2400 with moderate activity level. So I set my MFP goal at 1900. Just made this change last Monday so I understand I may not see a change yet..........and I…
Windward pals???
HI Looking for pals on the WIndward side of Oahu that might be interested in supporting each other on MFP. Thanks