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Do I need a full diet break?
Hello everyone, I have been counting calories since July 25th. I went from about 130 pounds to 118 in this time. I have only had a few days over my calories, so for the most part I have been in a deficit. I'm close to my goal now (110 pounds) and have been reading the forum posts from the "pros" and see a lot of talk about…
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Belly Button Piercing
Hello everyone! I am thinking about getting my belly button pierced now that I have slimmed down. I just have a couple questions since I am a VERY shy girl when it comes to this stuff. Do I just walk in and request to have it done?And its only $20, how much do I tip? Thanks!:flowerforyou:
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How reliable is a BodyMedia Fit?
Hello, I recently got one of these and I was surprised! My TDEE for the day is usually 2200-2700! I am very shocked. I usually only eat 1,200-1,300 calories a day since I only work out 3 times a week (this damn heat!). I am 5 ft 4 and 126 pounds. I want to be about 110-113. My goal is by December. Should I be eating more?…
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What is the point of high protein diet?
Hello everyone, I eat a high protein diet (about 110g) because of how many people recommend it on here. But I am not sure why I do it! It is to protect muscles? Even though I only work out 3 days a week? Why do we need high protein on the days we don't work out? Just interested in the science behind it :)
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Paleo People!
If you have an open diary please post here so I can get some ideas please :flowerforyou: Having trouble finding sources of fats that I enjoy and are filling
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Paleo Recipe Websites?
I am not doing complete paleo, but they have some unique recipes! Really tasty and simple a lot of the time I really like this one http://www.health-bent.com/paleo-recipe-index Any others to share? :smile:
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2 scoops of protein powder too much?
Hello For breakfast I have a protein shake. Is it okay to have 2 scoops? This is get the majority of my protein needs out of the way early, so I don't have to worry about it later. Its about 60g of protein in 2 scoops and my goal per day is 90-100. Which i struggle to get to most days
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Can I keep a protein shake in the fridge over night?
If I make a shake at night and put it into the fridge for morning, will it take away any nutrition? Sorry if i seem stupid, thought I read that somewhere and wanted to verify..
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Free weights vs machines
Hello, At my gym we have both. BUT the free weights section is tiny, with people packed in there. I have to wait for someone after each exercise. Would it be okay to just do the machines? I know they are not as good, but its better than nothing right? Thanks! :)
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How much protein do you really need?
Hello all, I am flat broke and in college. I just bought 2 months worth of groceries (minus meat) for about $30 Lots of beans, rice, oats, and such But about protein. I know people on here say 1 g per lb of LBM. Mine is about 95 or so pounds from my calculations. I( just don't know if I can afford that much though, since…
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Being called chubby :(
I get some crazy mixed signals from the people around me. My mom says I am perfect, my brother called me chubby the other day, and my dad is constantly on me about my weight. I used to be big into gymnastics before a bad shoulder injury. My dad is constantly asking me about diet, training routine etc. He says I am too…
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How did you know to raise calories from 1200?
Mfp puts me at at 1200 to lose just 1 pound per week, but I think that is too low from reading the boards. How did you come up with your net calorie goal? I am trying to figure things out thank you xoxo
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Thoughts on Mio?
What do you think of it? I drink double the amount of water since I bought it :] I mix of plain through out the day and some mio when I need some flavor. Makes my sweet tooth go away too! What do you guys think? Yay or nay?
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Anyone have a white sweet potato?
Just bought one at the store! They are much smaller than normal sweet potatoes so I thought i would grab a couple since the are more single serving size. Anyone try these? Do they have same nutrition facts as regular orange ones?
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What is a good thigh measurment?
I feel like I have "thick" thighs. I am 5ft 4 and 120 pounds but still am not very happy with my thighs. What are slender, sexy thighs? Thinking of a good goal..
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Where to search for unique tatto ideas?
Hello! I am looking to get a tattoo in the next couple of years ( have to choose something, let it sit, and earn some more money heh). And am wondering where to look for patterns and ideas that are unique? I have no tattoos yet so I am a little clueless where I could even begin to look. Any websites that you would…
