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Is a 12 minute mile too slow?
Although I would also like to lose a few pounds, my main reason for joining MFP was to get fit. I began by doing workout DVDs and about 8 weeks ago I started running. I've been doing the Couch to 5k programme and it's going quite well - I'm actually enjoying running, which I never ever thought would happen! My problem is…
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Am I the only one that finds it hard to eat enough protein?
I didn't know much about nutrition before I joined MFP. I definitely didn't understand the importance of getting a balance between carbs, fat and protein - I'd just count calories and if I was under my goal that was fine with me! Now I know a little bit more (although am def still learning) and have started strength…
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How to get more protetin as an almost vegetarian?
I've noticed recently that I'm really low on protein almost every day. I've been feeling really tired recently and have been wondering if eating more protein might help my energy levels. Thing is, I'm not quite a vegetarian but a lot of the time I might as well be. My boyfriend is a veggie and although we don't live…
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How do you measure your body fat % ?
I have been reading that body fat percentage is just as important than the number on the scale. But how do you measure it? My colleague says that she has a body fat percentage calculator on her scale, but how does that work? Is it being measured through your feet?? I've hit a plateau so I've decided for the next few weeks…
