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want to start lifting, any advice?
Hello! So, I have done weights in the past, using machines and I love it. Also handweights at home. I would like to start lifting heavy. I do have a membership to a gym but I can't afford a personal trainer. Can anyone recommend any good videos or books about lifting so I can learn to do it properly and avoid injury (i…
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so confused about nutrition and macros
So I've just started bodybuilding and I'm really confused about macros and nutrition. i went to IIFYM and got one calcuation but the fat seems way high: 1638 calories protein 165g fat 83g carbs 62g I struggle to get the fat. I went to this calculator (saw it on another post) http://jenheward.com/macro-calculator/ and got…
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losing belly and back fat
No matter what kind of shape i'm in, i can never seem to lose stubborn belly and back fat (right under the bra) I eat a 'clean' diet (hardly any processed foods or refined sugar). i cook everything from scratch and i think i eat a pretty balanced diet of fat, carbs and protein. I at a naturally low carb and low sodium…
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not eating enough?
When i completed yesterday's entry I got a warning which said that based on my diary for that day I'm not eating enough calories. My current calorie goal for each day is 1200. I am exercising so I 'earn' more calories in a day. I usually finish with a defecit. Especially if I've gone to spinning class. The thing is, I feel…
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Roasted red pepper and lentil soup--sooo delicious! 62 calories
Hey everyone! I'd like to share my recipe for roasted red pepper and lentil soup. It's so yummy, filling, healthy and low in calories. (I didn't invent this, got it off the internet ages ago, tweaked it, but don't remember where i originally found it!). This makes 10 servings (which is a full ladle full and a bit. sorry…
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Jillian Michaels: how to track? killer buns, 6 pack
Hello! I just did Jillian Michaels's killer buns and thighs and 6 pack in 6 weeks. How do i log these exercises? there are some aerobic elements to them but they're not straight cardio workouts. does anyone know how to enter this? thanks!
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just created a killer soup! wanted to share with you
oh my god it's sooo yummy and filling! This makes 12 servings (just over a cup). Perfect size to go with a salad or sandwich. Each serving is 53 calories!!! (there may actually be more servings as i haven't measured it out exactly). This soup is very thick so you can add more water at the end to thin it out and get even…
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Roasted Red Pepper Soup--yum!
This soup is delicious, filling, healthy and low calorie! Ingredients: 3 red peppers 1/2 vegetable bullion cube 2 small shallots (or any other kind of onion) 1 clove of garlic fresh thyme black pepper 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil 1/4-1/2 cup red lentils 700ml (about 3 cups) water First roast the red peppers. Heat the oven…
