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alcohol question
I have read over and over that alcohol slows your metabolism, weight loss, etc. It seems like it would make your body less efficient and would then actually cause you to burn more calories to do the same things. Nothing else works better- motor skills, thought processes, vision, etc., so why would your drunken body…
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tracking cals burned at gym with HRM?
I know I have read that it's not accurate to use a HRM at the gym but wanted to ask your opinions as I have no clue how to calculate weight training. I have been going for a run and going straight into weights afterwards and can even get my heart rate back up to the 130's while lifting, so I assume that the HRM is…
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Thanks to all the runners! (I hit 10 mi. today!!)
I don't post a lot but I do frequent the boards and read all the runners threads. I wanted to thank you experienced runners that stick around and help all of us beginners out. I can't tell you how many times I found answers to my own questions in your other posts. It has been very helpful. I finished C25K on 7/04 and kept…
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Low cal B-day cake recipie needed
My Mother in Law's B-day is here and she's on WW, so I'd like to make something that she will eat more than a bite of.... any ideas? Thanks!
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"Runner's high" - when do you get it?
I really "WANT" to love running... and I love the way I feel just before I run, after I run and most of the rest of the day... but I still HATE it, with a capital "H" while I am running. I think I remember liking it 25 years ago, for the brief time I ran but I can't seem to find that lost love. So for now I make myself…
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"little" blenders - need recommendations
I bought a GE blender from Walmart to do my post work out shakes, etc. I use it about 4-5 times a week. I have worn this one out. My 2 year warranty is no good without the receipt. (just bought it in late Feb.) I'll keep the receipt on the next one. Anyway, for those of you that have the smaller blenders that mix in their…
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good vs. bad cals and health vs. weight
Let me start by saying I think the majority here "get it." But, I read a lot of people soap boxing about good vs. bad cals not mattering at all. (cals in - cals out) What I don't see is people making a distinction between weight and health in those arguments. Fact- you can eat crap and drop weight, but you will sacrifice…
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tracking Sugars
MFP "allows" me 48g of sugars a day. Here is my problem- a regular sized banana is listed at 19g of sugars and plain non-fat greek yogurt has 5. That's 1/2 of my day, right there. (and not even a whole meal) As you probably know, there isn't much (good or bad) without some sugar value. Just the "recommended" daily fruit…
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Transitioning to maintenance mode
Well, it's about time to transition to maint. mode! (only 1.5 more pounds to go) For those already there, was it as simple as just upping the calorie intake or was there an awkward period of up and down to find the right numbers? I would think that your body will try to pack some weight back on since you just lost a…
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Need a "101" on protien and other shakes
I'm having trouble finding honest info on the shakes... I've been reading the labels but there are 100's of options and I don't know where to start. I am looking to find something that's pretty balanced nutritionally, but with lower calories. I am not looking for a miracle, just an occasional breakfast or snack replacement…
