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What meatless snacks/meals do you bring to work?
I am so bored with what I can come up with on my limited budget!
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has your body shape changed but measurements stayed same?
I am having this really weird view of my body right now. My butt feels bigger, yet its measurements are the same and I still fit into my pants. It might be higher from lifting, which maybe means fat is higher too?! Waist is nearly the same as it even was before reset. Tummy is pretty flat from workouts. Thighs are…
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please help, i need advice and support after five months
Well, now it's my turn to beg for help and support. I posted this on the EMWL forum too -- sorry for the duplication. I am just really discouraged right now and not sure what to do next. I don't know where in the journey I am. But I know I feel huge and gross, and have very little self esteem right now. After sticking to a…
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do you trust what your BMF says?
Just curious. Sometimes the cal. burns seem too high to me. I am still in the phase of playing with my numbers--I think this is going to turn into a year-long reset!
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MUSCLE MATH! article on why lifting rules
Happened to come across this today--not familiar with the website, but thought this article was interesting since it uses numbers/math/geekery to explain why lifting is so effective! http://www.fitforcombatsystem.com/math-and-science-how-weightlifting-burns-fat/
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food restrictions make it hard to get enough cals?
If anyone out there has food restrictions and is finding it hard to get enough calories, I would love to hear from you. I know my situation is probably too weird and specific for advice, but some good ole' support would help! Or maybe I could take a peek at your diary? I currently cannot have sugar (including fruit),…
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Start with larger cut then move to small or vice versa??
So I wouldn't say I have a ton to lose. I'm now at the end of reset, and I would like to lose about 3 inches from my hips and 2 from my thighs. I'd like to go down about two pant sizes (since I gained a size on reset). I'm hearing that cut should be smaller as one gets closer to goal. But I've also heard it's good to start…
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Hungrier than my FitBit/Scooby TDEE!!
I have a great idea of my daily burn from my FitBit (1900-2200), averaging around 2000. I am eating 2100. But I could easily eat more due to actual hunger! I find this odd, especially coming from 1200 cals 3 months ago. What could it mean? I lift heavy 3x week for 35 min, and do only 30-80 min. of cardio per week. I have a…
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How did YOU personally know your reset was over?
Just curious! I'm nearing 13 weeks . . .
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can you recommend a HRM or HRM features?
Do you guys have recommendations for specific HRMs, or features that are helpful? I have a watch one but I don't think it's that great and it's annoying to use.
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what is your average cal burn for Rockin' Body?
Until I get a HRM I have to guess! What might a 150-lb person burn if they are keeping up with all the moves and doing it pretty much the same intensity as the teachers?
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any tips for fine-tuning accuracy of fitbit?
Do you have any tips for fitbit use to make sure it is the most accurate? --where do you log exercise? (mfp or fitbit) --do you log all non-movement periods on fitbit? --do you wear your fitbit during exercise, even if you are going to record the exercise period separately? --have you found that it adds extra steps if you…
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rethinking my activity level--may I have your opinion?
I wish the scooby calc had more categories, because I'm not sure if I fit into "light" or "moderate." What do you think? I have a desk job, but I walk an average of 9,000 steps each day. Exercise: Heavy lifting 3x week for 35 minutes (continuous) = 105 minutes Cardio 1-2 times per week for 35 or 40 minutes = 35 to 75…
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in "Push" muscle-building phase -- should I still cut?
Right now I am in the "Push" phase (muscle-building phase) of ChaLean Extreme. I have 3 weeks left. I am also doing a reset, and am nearly 12 weeks in. I had planned on cutting after 12 weeks, but now I'm wondering if it would be counterproductive since I'm trying to build muscle. On the other hand, Chalene's book says I…
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ChaLean Extreme recommends such low calories!
I am doing ChaLea Extreme and love it. The one thing that really bothers me is that they guidebook says I should eat 1200 calories a day. Why are her suggestions so low, even when she states in her blog, etc., that you should make sure to eat enough and not create too large of a deficit? I have a fitbit. Including…
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Whey shake alternative??
So I found out that whey shakes and I do NOT get along. I don't think it's something time will solve either -- and I'm not willing to try!! What are some high-protein beverage alternatives (homemade or mix)? I'm thinking one cup of greek yogurt with soy milk, fruit, and . . . . ?
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figuring ChaLean calories burned into TDEE?
Hi, I am just about to start ChaLean. I would like to recalculate my TDEE to include these workouts. What is the best way for me to estimate how many calories I'm burning in the workouts? I don't have any devices, so I need to estimate. MFP's database says that a 150-lb person would burn 153 calories in 45 minutes of…
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what is the best brand for resistance cords?
I'm talking about the kind with handles that you can use in CLX. I have read reviews of several on Amazon, and pretty much all of them have broken for at least one reviewer. I'm not too confident in the quality of the BeachBody ones. The thigh toner the sent with my CLX set ripped on the second day!
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what is the best brand for resistance cords?
(the kind with handles) -- I keep reading reviews on Amazon about them breaking after a couple months. Are there any that last?
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vegetarians who are hitting 30% protein?
May I see your diary? I've been a vegetarian forever but apparently am not getting as much protein as I thought I was! Thanks.
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Figuring ChaLean Extreme workouts into TDEE?
For those of you doing ChaLean Extreme, how did you figure out your calorie burn (and therefore your TDEE)?
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buying a dumbell set: how much weight total?
I'm fairly new at lifting and need to buy a set of adjustable dumbells. I am already pretty fit 5'7 female, 37 years old. I am trying to figure out if I should spend less money on a set that only goes up to 24 lbs. and is not expandable, or twice the amount of money on a set that goes up to 50 lbs. I have no idea if I'd…
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effective lifting program/book for home use (not gym)?
Anyone know of a book or plan that is considered to be as effective as the New Rules of Lifting for Women, but can be done at home? I can buy a few weights, a ball, bands -- but not all the equipment that New Rules requires. I already do Pilates 2x week but want to add 2-3 more strength training sessions per week. Thanks!
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what to do about hormonal hunger
I get so much hungrier for the two days before my period. Not cravings -- real, grumbling hunger. Should I respond to my body and eat even more than TDEE, just for those two days? I am just starting Reset. Thanks.
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looking for basic info?
Hi all, Dumb question, but where do I find more detailed info about EM2WL? I understand the basics of it and that it is not a "plan" but is there an article or something that gets you started on your first few days? Thanks!!
