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Apps for tracking steps and walking
Hey all… doing more walking. Looking for a good app that tracks my walks on my under the desk treadmill. Any good apps anyone uses?
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Creatine questions
So looking to add Creatine to help with my body composition. I’m still 20 lbs away from my goal weight however I have lost inches without losing a lot on the scale. Now I know with creatine I will gain some weight due to water weight but my questions are 1) if I’m still in a cutting phase( I intermittent fasting to help…
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Hey all.. starting over again
Was using Carbon app for almost a year but their food database sucks and it was more annoying than anything. So now i am coming back. However, looking to put in my own macros in to follow and not use the Myfitnesspal guidelines. What TDEE calculator have you used that worked for you? i know all of them arent accurate but…
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Creatine: when to take it?
Was suggested by a few to take this creatine as it was reviewed well and such. Question is, before, there used to be a loading phase and whatever phase. Now I hear that some just take it anytime during the day and just do your workout. What is the right method for taking creatine? Anytime during the day of your workout,…
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FitBod or JeFit- Which one was better for you?
Was looking for a workout planner that had the ability to substitute certain workouts for others. I need this as I have a neck injury that gets inflamed with certain workouts. Fitbod gave me the ability to do that and it has been great so far. It builds the workouts for you and you can replace certain movements for others.…
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Hey all! Need some guidance for an old MFP person
So I have been with MFP a long time ago. Was dedicated and all then fell off the wagon. Now I have decided to get back into the swing of things but with a different mindset. Before, my goal was to lose weight which it still kind of is. However this time, I’m focusing more strength training. Now with strength training, I…
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Too much cardio is unnecessary for losing weight while lifting
I have seen this countless times. So just curious. say your goal is the lose weight and you are on a calorie deficit. If you are doing a 45 minute weight session, would another 30 minute Peloton ride be too much? Means now you are working out for 75 minutes. why is it too much cardio hurts your results or is it not that…
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Working out while sick.
There are two sides to this. • Pro Working out* If you work out, your body will feel energized and keep you positive while being sick * You will sweat out the germs * Unless you have a fever, you can workout at anytime • Shouldn’t workout* Sinus infections and other sicknesses, while not severe, need the body’s energy to…
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Please help with this argument- Intermittent fasting related
On my friends side, he says Intermittent Fasting has tons of benefits and doesnt't have to be done with Keto. I have said " if it doesnt have anything to do with Keto, why fast? just stick to the calories and thats it." i mean correct me if i am wrong (i checked google and forget it. tons of "experts" ) but IF is just a…
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foods that a good for lowering bad cholesterol?
Looking to help my dad with different foods to help lower his bad cholesterol. He just had one of his arteries unclogged which was 90% clogged. They put in a stint and should be good but want to help him. His doctor provided him with info but as an old guy he doesnt listen. any tips and ideas of different foods that can…
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Salmon slices- Snack and/or Sandwich ideas
I love salmon slices but just eat them with nothing. Wondering if there is a better method. Maybe for snacks at work or in a sandwich. Any idea would be welcomed
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Is there a need for hiring personal trainer for my goals?
For those that know me, please be patient with me. Kind of tackling this debate for a week now. a month ago, i hired a trainer to help me get back into shape. And for awhile, he was good at scheduling times and such. Now he still sends me workouts via text and asks for time as an accountability. But the in house class…
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Worth hiring someone to get macros and calorie intake numbers?
please bear with me. i know i have asked this before but looking for guidance. i hired someone for my macro and calorie intake but i feel as if i didnt get anywhere with them and it was almost a waste of money. I am obviously overthinking this but just trying to find the right rhythm and not waste my time. i want to burn…
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Natural Protein powder vs Non Natural- Does it really matter?
Been so preoccupied on getting Natural protein powder(Currently only use Optimum Nutrition Naturally Flavored(Naturally flavored i know)) And i am wondering if i shouldnt worry about that so much. Maybe there are other ones that taste better and can be just as good. Thoughts?
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Too Much HIIT Cause Cortisol- Fact or Fiction
I am working out with a trainer currently and alot of his exercises is HIIT workouts. 5 Round, 7 Rounds and etc. I read alot that too much HIIT cause cortisol. Then what is a good amount of HIIT to prevent this.
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Dinner ideas based on my remaining stats
Need dinner ideas for tonight. Here's what remains: Calories: 535 Carbs: 44 Fat: 11 Protein: 51 any ideas would be appreciated!
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CBD oil - Any good ones for staying asleep?
I have read that certain CBD oils are good for sleeping and staying asleep. Was wondering if anyone recommends one that worked for them
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Fat loss weight workouts with just dumbbells
Trying to look at changing up the weight workout. Focus on just fat loss. Went to bodybuilding.com and most of the workouts with dumbbell workouts are for building muscle(which i think work as well) but im trying to focus on fat loss. Anyone good ones out there?
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So i have 942 calories left for the day... suggestions
so tonight i have 942 calories left for the day. Tonight i also have a Peloton cycle class i am taking. (my diary is open so you can see for yourself) my question is, my carbs are almost to the limit. Should i not care about that and just care about calories even though my carb count will go over the limit?
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Any good workouts that incorporates Cycling and Rowing machines?
Looking to buy a Concept 2 rower and have a Peloton bike. Want to see if there are any good workouts that could incorporate both of those devices in a workout.
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Exercise through soreness
Sup peeps.. So I'm in the middle of a workout program and have some major soreness with my legs. I last worked them out on Sunday. Well today legs is back on the schedule. Whats the general rule of thumb with soreness and working out through it? do you just stretch alot and then go all out or still rest until the soreness…
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Ground beef- How to measure after its cooked
As you can tell, im trying to get back into the swing of things. Want to make sure im doing my best at measuring. So, there is no way for me to measure before being cooked. How do i measure ground beef or ground chicken after its cooked? appreciate any advice.
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Measuring Teaspoons and Tablespoons
Im currently using those teaspoon and tablespoon things to measure my peanut butter, mayo, jelly and etc. is there are better method on measuring those types of foods or should that be enough?
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Lunch Options for Meal Prep- Sweet Potato or Minute Rice
I try to meal prep for the week. I usually use minute rice as it comes in portions already and i can easily count the calories. with sweet potato, i can make it for the week and weigh. so just based on nutrition, which is the better option for lunch?
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Ordering Sushi tonight- Sashimi question
ordering sushi later today and plan on getting Sashimi. Question is how do you weigh this or measure this easily? Old school piece by piece or some other way i dont know. tips please
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Sushi ordering- Sashimi question
ordering sushi later today and plan on getting Sashimi. Question is how do you weigh this or measure this easily? Old school piece by piece or some other way i dont know. tips please
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Almond Butter- please answer this for me
So looking to get Almond butter but one that is just almonds as the ingredient. Those are the ones with the fat separation. Whats the correct method when using it for your sandwich or whatever? unsure if i am overthinking this but still. When i get some to put on my rice cake, i just feel like i am making more of an oil…
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My Plan- Good Or bad? your thoughts
Ok here are my details of what i will begin this weekend. Im beginning this weekend as i had surgery and had to lay off the weights for a bit: Height: 5'8 Weight : 191 Male Work a desk job but i work out 5- 6 days a week Workouts- 6 hours on the Peloton Bike. This weights program. Will only do the upper body 3 times and…
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Macro vs Calorie Counting- deciding which one works best
Calorie deficit is king. Question i have is, if you go over the allowed carbs for the day, but still under calories, will it matter? macro you need to care about those things. just wondering if that is needed to be cared about so much if you are just counting calories?
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Pasta night
So my wife made organic elbows with organic sauce and ground beef. How do you count this meal since it is already all mixed together?
