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30 DS / Ripped in 30 Schedule
I started doing some of Jillian's awesome videos recently, but am not sure how to schedule my workouts. I know you are not supposed to work the same body part two days in a row, so I am confused by the recommended schedule. Completing these programs 5-6 days each week mean that for the most part there is no rest between…
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Back to exercise with a sprained ankle
I sprained my ankle about 3 weeks ago (non-exercise related) and was told by my doctor to rest for 4-6 weeks, or until the pain subsides. I have not been exercising at all during this time, as I was in quite a bit of pain in the beginning and then got a bad chest cold. I am itching to start working out again, but I want to…
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ED recovered - not falling back into bad habits
I struggled with anorexia and bulimia during my teenage years and early 20s. I gained a lot of weight over the past few years, and ended up weighing far more than ever before this past summer. My doctor informed me I was obese and my blood pressure was higher than it should be (I am only 28). I managed to lose 35lbs…
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Increasing protein w/o increasing fat
I have been working on getting my macros closer to 30/30/40, but am finding it extremely difficult to do so. At the very least, I would like to get my protein intake consistently around 25%, but am finding this leads to a high percentage of calories from fat (over 30%). I do not eat a lot of meat, so I cannot rely on extra…
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Running shoes vs. cross trainers - key differences
I am looking to invest in a new pair of shoes for the high impact workouts I am doing (P90X Plyo, Turbo Fire). I am currently using Asics 260TR cross-trainers, but feel they don't provide enough lateral support. I am currently living in China, so having a in-person lengthly discussion with an athletic shoe pro is not…
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Feeling hungry? Try oatmeal! (not the instant kind...)
Today I tried old-fashioned oatmeal for the first time and wow is it ever filling! I have had the instant kind and find that pretty filling, but nothing like this. I whipped up a big bowl for myself to meet my calories for the day and have a nutritious post-workout snack. I could only finish half of it! Lesson: feel like…
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Musli / granola - about how much is 50g in cups?
I bought some musli to make my own trail mix and I would like to know the nutritional value. The box provides nutrition information for a 50 gram serving, but I am not sure how to approximate the serving size in cups. A food scale would be ideal, but unfortunately I don't have one at the moment. I could dump out the whole…
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How to log P90X strength workouts on MFP
How do those of you doing P90X log your workouts? Do you think the MFP weight training category provides a good estimate for P90X strength sessions? For P90X strength workouts (Legs & Back, etc.), I usually do ab work during the breaks between sets to keep my heart rate up and to avoid the extra time it takes to to Ab…
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Protein from veg sources & safe amount of fat
I am trying to increase my protein intake, as I think that will help with the hunger I have recently been experiencing. I am currently limiting the amount of animal protein I consume, as I am living in China and it is difficult (and expensive) to buy meat or fish I feel is safe to eat. I have been eating quite a lot of…
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Suddenly extremely hungry and weight loss slowing down
Hello all, I began my weight loss journey at the beginning of September (197 lbs then). I lost the first 15 lbs without a huge amount of effort (not counting calories but trying to eat moderately and working out 2x per week). About 2 months ago I started counting calories and working out more intensively. For the about the…
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New to MFP and new to living overseas (in China)
Hello all. I have recently joined MFP after moving from Canada to Beijing 6 weeks ago. I was working a a very stressful job in Canada and let my weight spiral out of control. I am 5'4 and my weight was just shy of the 200lb mark this past summer. Since moving to China I have joined a gym and have been consciously eating…
