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Supplements... what do you lifters use?
For those who like lifting heavy (anyone who thinks lifting weights will make women bulk - leave this post now!!!) what supplements do you use? Im thinking of trying some new things and just wondered what anyone could recommend (that i could get easily in the UK). Thanks :wink:
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The New Rules of Lifting for Women...
So, bought this book yesterday as i am moving on from losing weight and now want to build muscle... anyone else have this book? Did you get good results from it? Started reading it last night and it looks really good! They even have a whole chapter dedicated to meal ideas! Anyway... I was wondering if anyone who has this…
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White tea Vs Green tea..??
I currently drink green tea, i dont mind the taste and obviously drink it for it's benefits. However, I had white tea today and preferred the taste, but is it as beneficial as green tea? I know i could probably search this online and i have already searched the message boards but id like to hear from people who drink both…
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Anyone speak/write Italian?
As i trust you all on here, i have a question about something in Italian! (sorry, it isnt anything to do with MFP or weight loss, but id rather ask on here than out in the random internet world!!!) I am trying to have something translated and wanted to know why when i translate 'dance' with a lower case d, it is 'danza',…
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My first NSV :)
I had my blood pressure and resting heart rate measured at the gym today and my blood pressure is really good (he tried to explain it all to me, but kind of went over my head lol) but the BEST news, and my first NSV, is that i have a resting heart rate of 57bpm!!! He said the average person is 60-80, and the fitter you…
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4-week weight/fat loss programme at my gym....
At my gym, they are introducing a new weight loss programme called Team Dynamix. Its a 4 week programme which is £120 but consists of a diet plan and 3 x 1 hour personal trainer sessions a week (so 12 in total). Im really thinking about giving it a go but not sure i have the determination!!!! One of the trainers gave me a…
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Which protein shake....???
I currently use Maxitone but you dont get much for your money!!! I still need to lose around 7lbs but I've started to lift weights a lot more to build muscle. I have been looking at the 3 protein shakes below:…
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New motivation technique...
Dont get me wrong, i LOVE MFP! But, as of today, i have officially started a 'diet/work out' blog: http://lauren-lei.tumblr.com/ Im hoping that logging everything i do/say/feel/eat/see... will help me get my *kitten* into gear, but also see how far i have (or will of!) come. I got the idea from seeing someone elses blog…
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Great Healthy Snacking foods...
I signed up due to someone on hear mentioning Graze (thank you!) and received my first box of healthy snacks today (see picture)... I cant believe how great it is!!! Im in the UK, so im not sure if they deliver to the US. If you go to Graze.com you can sign up and choose from a wide variety of nuts, flapjacks, chocolate,…
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HRM watch or sports bra?
Im after a HRM so i can track calories in all the gym classes i do - would a watch or sports bra be better? Im guessing the bra, but could anyone recommend a good one? Thanks :)
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For ladies whos SW is/was under 150lbs...
Hi Ladies... My starting weight was 142lbs and I want to try and make it to 120lbs or under. I am not over weight for my height (5'3) and have heard it is harder to lose weight because of this. (might be true... might be complete bol**ks!) Anyways, wondered if any other girls on here who just want to lose that extra wobble…
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25 weight loss tips....
http://style.uk.msn.com/health/photos.aspx?cp-documentid=156789974 The chewing gum one is interesting! Definitely down sizing my plates and painting all rooms in my house blue lol!!!
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Tips for hurting muscles...
Hi guys, I did a personal training session on Saturday, then Zumba sunday. Yesterday and today, my thighs and bum are killing me! It was obviously worse yesterday, but i have another PT session tonight so need some quick tips on how to loosen my thighs and bum. Ive been sitting at a desk all day, which doesnt help either…
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Am I having a blonde moment....
Ok so i started off as 142lbs (10 stone 2)... I am now just over 9 stone 8 so ii thought i had lost 7-8lbs. However.... when converting 9 stone 8 to pounds online (google) it says 138lbs which means i have only lost 4 lbs (yet on a calculator, multiplying 9 by 14 and adding 8 it says 134lbs...yay.... but online (google)…
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Protein...
How much is too much??? I have started having protein shakes which takes me over MFP recommended protein amount, but ive heard having a lot of protein when exercising 5 times a week is important for weight loss?? How much would be too much. If it helps, Im 5'3 and weigh 139lbs (i want to lose 14lbs). I exercise at least 5…
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I Neeeeeed Chocolate!!!
Help!!! Im great at getting to the gym (I go 5 times a week - 3 x different classes, 2 x 60/80 minute cardio plus weights) and i do eat healthy most the time. I like veg and fruit and healthy food.... but i cant kick my chocolate addiction!!! I have to have some everyday! Im not a fan of sweets, or crisps or cakes, its…
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3 normal meals VS 5 small meals..??
I currently eat 3 meals a day with a couple of healthy snacks in between but does anybody eat 5 small meals throughout the meal and believe this is better? I admit i eat 3 meals a day as it is easier to fit in around working hours but if 5 smaller meals a day is better, i may try it!
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Newbie from the UK
Hi everyone... Im new to the website - have been using it as an app on my phone before discovering the website!! Im at the heaviest I have ever been (142lbs) which is pretty much over weight for my height (5'3) and want to lose 22lbs to get down to a UK size 8-10 again Any tips/advise for a new healthy eater?! My downfall…
