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Planning 1st half marathon or experienced??!!
Hello! I am planning to be able to run a half marathon in September! I have never ran over 7 miles before, and this would be a big deal for me! Last year, I worked up to my 1st 10k in July 2013, but kind of quit working out once it started to get cold :/ HOWEVER... I have been getting back into running since the end of…
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MUFFINS WITH GREEK YOGURT
Does anyone know how much greek yogurt to use to make muffins with a pre-mix? All you're supposed to do is add milk. I wanted to add the gogurt instead somehow for less sugar and more protein.
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whey isolate making me queasy?
I had been using body fortress regular whey protein in peanut butter chocolate, and I never noticed any problems. Well, I switched to the whey isolate in vanilla, and I get this icky, uneasy feeling after I drink it. I would think, if anything, that the opposite would happen since lactose is supposed to be lower in the…
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MACRO/CALORIE GOALS
Based off of what I have gathered from some research/personal opinions, I think im gonna try lowering cals to TDEE -20% with macros at 45%protein/35%carbs/20%fat to see if I can get rid of the extra softness on my abs and love on the sides... thoughts? I want to do 16/8 IF as well, but I can't seem to make it work with my…
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ADVICE TO HELP WITH KNEE PAIN?!
My knees are starting to hurt... to the point that it's taking me a while to fall asleep at night because of them aching. I run 3 days a week, cross train 3 days a week (which is usually a nice walk), and rest one day. I'm averaging about 12 miles/week running and 9/week walking. I know it's not a ridiculous amount, but…
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FIRST 5K!!!
HELP! I have never actually ran a 5k before from start to finish. I have one tomorrow and am really hoping to make this accomplishment. What should I eat the rest of the day? Should I eat before the race in the morning? Is there anything else I can do to give me the exra "umph?" Any advice would be greatly appreciated :)…
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Linville Falls, NC/Mt. Mitchell, NC
Hello everyone :) I am going to be close to the Asheville, NC area next weekend. I had a friend tell me to do one of these two hikes. I'm looking for something I could complete (there and back down) within 8am-6pm. I would like to at least do a total of 5 miles, and I would like for the scenary to be well worth the workout…
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Hiking In Asheville, NC Area
Hello everyone :) I am going to be close to the Asheville, NC area next weekend. I had a friend tell me to go to Linville Falls or Mt. Mitchell. I'm looking for something I could complete (there and back down) within 8am-6pm. I would like to at least do a total of 5 miles, and I would like for the scenary to be well worth…
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New Friends Welcome and Wanted!
Hello Everybody, I was just looking to find a few people in the same boat as me... young adults who actually eat and don't starve, enjoy working out, enjoy the truth, enjoy support... etc :) Excuses are a waste of energy and lies! I fall victim to them just like anyone else, but I am trying my best to face the truth and…
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GNC AMP Wheybolic 60
Anybody have any advice on this? I went into GNC to buy a protein powder. The guy really pushed this one on me. I plan to only use 2 scoops instead of the 3 scoop serving. It was definitely a bit pricey. I'm beginning to wonder if the guy was just pushing it towards me because they are pushed to sell it, not because he was…
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smoothie/shake recipes!!!
I just got a blender, and I am looking to start making lots of healthy treats. Does anyone have any favorites they would like to recommend?!
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16/8
What does everyone have to say about intermittent fasting? Is it a load of crap fad, or has anyone had results? I just started reading about it, and I am intrigued. I always workout around 6 or 6:30 am, work from 8:30-5:30, and sleep from 10:30ish-6ish. I thought about the 16/8, eating from 12-8, but... I always eat after…
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BMR calories
Hey, I was just hoping to get some advice from people who have tried different things or researched a lot. Basically, I am just wondering if I should eat the standard 1200 cal diet that MFP has set me on, or should I eat my BMR calories at least every day to ensure that I don't "plateau?" My current body fat % is around…
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SUGAR INTAKE
So, this thing has me set at 26g of sugar a day. I am having a terrible time achieving this! It seems like I go over EVERYDAY... and most of the time, I double it :/ Is this a very accurate amount? I am 24/f/5'4''/135lbs. I have been using MFP for about a year, and it really has helped. I didn't discover how much sugar I…
