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portion sizes
Im a big label reader and I try to measure out my food. But I was wondering what is a correct way of measuring your portions, by a food scale (wgt) or by using a measuring cup (volume)? I know its not a science, but it would be nice to know
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not falling below 700 calorie deficit
does anyone know how to calculate this? i found a formula but when i tried plugging my numbers in, it looks really funny. Can anyone take a look and let me know what im doing wrong To determine the amount of calories you burn at rest, you need to know your: weight, height, and age. With this information, you can determine…
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Calling all Chicago Marathon runners
How's everyone training going for the Chicago Marathon? checked the website and theres 51 days left before the race. Its been really hot and humid here in Indiana and my long runs have been torture. Hopefully it starts cooling down and my runs are a little more bearable!!
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Pre & post workout supplements
Just wondering what types of pre and post workout supplements do you all take? Pre workout - Chicago Nutrition Pump Force, to increase strength, energy and lean muscle post workout - Chicago Nutrition Muscle Juice to replenish electrolytes and reduce muscle fatigue i also drink Optimum Gold Standard 100% whey protien since…
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Maintenance schedule after Marathon training
Does anyone know a good maintenance program after completing a marathon? Ive been training for the Chicago Marathon in October. After that race, i would like to do a maintenance program during the winter months. Some kind of training, not as hard or as intense as what im doing prior to Chicago, but something that would…
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Marathon training
This really sucks.....I have found that training for a race and trying to lose weight just doesnt go hand in hand. Im training for the Chicago Marathon and im running an average of 40-45 miles a week. I was able to lose 8 pounds back in June when my mileage wasnt as high, but not that ive increased my mileage, Ive just…
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Garmin Forerunner 310XT update-Need Help
I just updated from 310XT to version 3.7. At the training page i could scroll through my time, virtual partner and my heart rate screen. After the update, i cant find that heart rate screen anymore. I went through the owners manual and its not very helpful Can someone please help me!!
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supplements
does anyone take any pre or post workout supplements? The only thing I take is either a protein shake after weight lifting or a recovery drink to replenish electrolytes after a long run. With my weight loss, i would like to maintain muscle mass and definition if that makes sense. Are supplements worth all the hype? Or is…
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marathon training question
Has anyone experienced this on their long runs? Im training for my first marathon in Chicago. On my long runs at miles 16-18 my legs (quads/knees) get so tight like they feel like they are locking up. I stop frequently to stretch or do other exercises (high kicks/butt kicks) just to shake it out and then continue my runs.…
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article on calories burned on exercise machines
this is a good article for those who question on the amount of calories burned on an exercise machine Burning Calories at the Gym "Calories burned" readings on gym equipment are only estimates, but they provide a pretty good measure, depending on how honest you are with your information. By Krisha McCoy, MS Medically…
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salmon burgers
does anyone have any good salmon burger recipes using fresh salmon, not canned?
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drinking water
i try to drink 2 liters of water a day, but i just have problems doing it. Besides my coffee in the a.m, i have water bottles at my desk, in my gym bag, at home so i remember to drink it, but it just dont. what are your ways in making sure you drink enough water per day? Maybe your ideas will help me be a better…
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New to MFP/BFP
Hi Everyone. In the past ive lost 30 pounds and have plateaud in my lifestyle change for the past 3 years. My cousin told me about MFP after her success of losing 80 pounds from using this website, so i decided to give it a try. So far from using this website Ive lost 3 pounds (YAY!!!) , but what I really want to to reduce…
