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POTS and body changes
Hi 👋 I have POTS (postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome) and since adding more sodium and water I’ve noticed my skin volume increased(hip and thigh measurements), weight is the same and I’m still tracking, following my macros and moving. Can anyone help me understand if this is just due to blood volume increase or…
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Vegan protein macros
I’m gluten free for health reasons And went vegan for health reasons back in April. I was formerly able to keep my macros at 40% protein 30% carb and 30% fat (about 100-120g protein a day) until this change to plant based and although I’m careful to combine protein at meals (chickpeas and tofu etc) I am only averaging 15%…
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Almost 39 12 months postpartum
I’m wondering if there are any ladies who have experience with postpartum at 38-39? I lost weight successfully after my other two children and still am finding I can’t budge the last 10 lbs. I am following a 6 day workout week with resistance and cardio and eat gluten free. Thanks in advance for any tips
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Good strength training for 3 rd trimester
Does anyone have a good YouTube video or blog post for third trimester body weight/dumbbell strength training routines? Thank you in advance
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Running/jogging and heart rate
Good morning ladies, I'm just wondering if anyone is still running and able to keep their heart rate underneath 150 bpm? I am at 17 weeks and then some and noticed today that I have to stop after about seven minutes and walk to keep my heart rate from going too high. Is anyone else having that issue? What pace are you…
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Abs workouts, and intense workouts
Hi, I've been working out throughout the first trimester of this pregnancy and now in starting the second trimester I've noticed after I do intense resistance workouts that I have to lie down and have a piece of fruit right away or I feel like fainting. Has anyone else experienced this? Also, has anyone modified abs…
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LISS walking vs. running
I was raised on running/cardio as King. It has always been my go-to exercise. I have started Kayla Itsine's program and did the walking portion today. Has anyone been able to transition to walking for steady state LISS after being a religious runner and found it beneficial? Any positive experiences?
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9 months postpartum breastfeeding
So I've had a really good run in this second postpartum weight loss period, with the help of breastfeeding... But I'm afraid the point of adding calories for breastfeeding has come to an end. Sigh...time to adjust and accept a new stage :)
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I need help!
I was doing so well...lost 25 lbs in a few short months and then had a family reunion and was told by my mom that 'I shouldn't lose any more weight'. Since then I've been overeating to discomfort and feeling horrible. Please help! I feel I have totally lost my confidence and motivation (FYI live far from family and wasn't…
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breastfeeding and weight loss
Hi, I exclusively breastfeed my five month old and have been successful with losing 1-2 lbs a week weighing and measuring for the last month or two while doing my second round of Shaun T's Focus T25 workouts. I have to eat very low-fat for my gallbladder but otherwise am seeking some advice on how to use mfp's guided…
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New here
Hi There! I'm new on this forum and also looking for support on my post-baby weight loss journey. My LO is 11 months old now, eating solids but still breastfeeding up to 6-8 times a day! I want to make sure I maintain my milk but recently I have been gaining weight even on a restricted intake plan - eating 1200-1600…
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newbie with CD
Hi there - just had my biopsy and Gastrointologist said to start eating GF based on what he saw already. I'm trying to make the best of it but I happen to be doing well with weight loss with things like gum and tic tacs....Now what?? Just saw tic tacs have maltodextrin?? Help! I know it'll be okay with just water but…
