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strength training and MFP
i've been getting started with lifting pretty recently, but this site doesnt really count that towards anything so i find it kind of pointless to log it here (other than keeping a record of progress). i've looked at the FAQ so i know why it doesnt impact daily totals. but my question is, should i be focusing more on…
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olive oil
so i've been using this stuff with just about every meal (in moderation, dont flip out just yet). i've done some research and can really only find info on how its good for your heart really, nothing for weight loss. so whats the deal with "extra virgin" olive oil and shedding pounds? yay or nay? btw, typically i'll use…
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heart rate during exercise
im trying to lose weight and i've done my research and found that burning more calories is more effective then the lower intensity cardio. anyways, i finally joined a gym and about 4 times a week i'll go on the elliptical and stationary bike for half an hour each, keeping my HR at a consistent 180. im just wondering if im…
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mio, crystal lite, etc. yay or nay?
i've gotten rid of any drinks in the house to force myself to always drink water (once in a while i'll buy milk, but i've always over-drank it so i tend to avoid it). after a few months of this im looking for a little variety without too much compromise. im wondering if these (or others) are good to keep calories low…
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eating late due to work
i recently got a new job were im working 3pm-12am. breakfast and lunch are easy, but "dinner" happens around 7, and because i get home so late i feel more hungry than tired. i know eating late is a terrible practice, but letting the hunger ride cant be all too good either. i came to the simple conclusion of eating a small…
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cheap/easy weight loss diet?
i cant cook. like, at all. each time results in disaster weather its burnt/undercooked food, or physical damage to the house. so whats a cheap and easy plan to get adequate nutrition for weight loss? (right now im sticking to peanut butter sandwiches on whole grain bread, oatmeal bars, and ensure diet drinks)
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tips for jogging?
i just started jogging a couple days ago and am noticing pretty significant improvements in stamina from day to day. i began alternating with a jog for about 3 min and a brisk walk for about 5. now im up to 10 min of jogging and 5 min of walking. i expect to get better with each day, but the thing is that its a very light…
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weight training?
so i have 2 25lb dumbbells (one is at a friends though so i can lift there, as im there often). i usually do 2 sets of 15 standing curls and shoulder/ military presses before each meal. this is a starting weight so its hard to do more in one sitting, but i dont want to go out and buy lighter ones. (i started with sets of 8…
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new here, looking for motivation
well.. joining up motivated me, but having others to compare and push me helps a lot more too. anyways, im 23 living in san antonio (originally from san diego) and have been out of work for about 6 months now. as a post-grad with no experience, the job hunt isnt looking any better than it was 6 months ago either. but yeah…
