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podcasts/work out music
Anyone work out to podcasts that are distributed free on itunes? Just realized these were available yesterday on itunes by various people/djs. What's your favourite type of music to work out to or podcast? I downloaded a bunch of podcasts from dj rolemodel mixes. He does one for each month and they are sweeeeet! Great…
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Do you count house/yard work or shopping as exercising??
I never do, but wonder if it would count or should count?
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where are all the bikini motivated babes at?
I've been on mfp for a couple of months and love it. I've just started adding people to my friends list in the last month. I love all my sexy male friends, but would like to add a few more female friends that are looking to get into a bikini this summer. We can motivate each other. I have another 20 to lose.
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ladies with augmentation/exercise limitations?
this is something that I am strongly considering, however I don't want to give up working out just to have bigger boobs. If you've had augmentation, when did you start working out again? Did you have them over or under? Are you able to do push ups, pull ups all core exercises? I am not looking to get anything crazy. Tried…
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protein macros need help
What do you eat for protein? I usually have two shakes, one piece of meat and protein bar, some egg whites. I am having trouble reaching my protein macros. I need lower fat/cal high protein suggestions.
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Has MFP replaced your fb?
Since joining mfp, I just don't have time for both and I find I get so much more (obviously) out of mfp. I actually care what my friends are up to ;) I care that you just did an hour workout and lost weight. I don't care if you just folded a load of laundry and are about to get groceries. I just can't get into fb and never…
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what are you top three songs in your playlist
Need some new music. mine are: Rhianna david guetta - right now let there be love - christina Aguilara I don't like you - eva simon.. sail -awonation oops guess that's 4
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squats and sore knees
My knees are really starting to hurt with all the squats that I have been doing. Could this be from technique or does it just take time to build up strength? I have been really increasing how much I've been doing and squatting with 30 lbs. It's not trouble doing them, in fact I feel like I could go for days, but it's my…
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Ladies...would you consider getting "new girls"
I love that I am losing weight and still want to lose another 20. I'm afraid of what my "girls" are going to look like after another 20 down. My bras are already starting to become too big! I can't afford to lose anymore up top if I want to keep somewhat of a sexy shape. Would you consider getting implants? I've never…
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Do you alter your macros on a daily basis, pretty confused?
I just started reading a bit tonight about macros thanks to a friend and I completely confused on how this should be set. I workout almost daily 1 to 1.5 hours a day which consists of bootcamp, (core, cardio and weights), some weight training at home and some cardio like the elliptical and treadmill. My trainer has me on…
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protein bar suggestions without all the bad
Any suggestions for a tasty protein bar without all the artificial sweeteners and other bad stuff? I generally shop at costco and they have a ton to pick through. We also have a popeyes suppliments store near by. THanks for the help.
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Wednesday Challenge... (mini)
I love these little challenges for motivation... Who's in for a 2k walk/run and 200 squats with or without weights?
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women that lift - help needed
Is your goal to get bigger or toned? Slightly confused with weights. i want to gain some muscle, but not be big and manly. I would like to see definition without being all vains and too much muscle. how should I be doing this? 12 -15 reps as heavy as I can go? 3 or 4 sets? lots of protein? I am 35% protein on my macros I…
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Let's talk shoes
Do you wear a "running" shoe for your workouts even if you're not running? I just bought a new pair of Nikes feel very light weight, nothing to them to be honest, but they're suppose to be great for cross training ie boot camp class. I tried them on the treadmill, definitely not good for running. Just curious what make and…
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women that lift - help needed
Is your goal to get bigger or toned? Slightly confused with weights. i want to gain some muscle, but not be big and manly. I would like to see definition without being all vains and too much muscle. how should I be doing this? 12 -15 reps as heavy as I can go? 3 or 4 sets? lots of protein? I am 35% protein on my macros I…
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Saturday 1000 cal burn - who's in?
I saw someone's post about a friday 1000 cal burn...anyone interested in doing this tomorrow? I am going out tomorrow night with the girls and there will be some drinks involved. Don't want to screw up my week, so I am going to put in a 1000 calorie burn tomorrow. Who's up for the challenge?
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jogging running...frustrations
I usually jog at 5.0 - 6.0 for 2 min incline 3 and walk for 2 min 3.9 at incline 3. I have been doing this for the longest time and now within the first 5 min I am getting cramps where i can't work through. It's annoying enough that i have to switch over to the elliptical. Getting very bored of the elliptical and want to…
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runners/trainers - Ladies need your help
I am so indecisive when it comes to selecting a good trainer/running shoe. Which brand do you have and what colour? take a pic if you have them. I normally buy neutral colours, but saws some really cute black with pink trainers. if you have pics...post them :) Would love to see.
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over sugar content every day...too low?
I have one banana and I am nearly at my sugar content. 22 seems so low... has everyone changed their settings or do you stay within that range. Thanks.
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what do you eat pre and post workout and how soon before?
Thanks, just looking for some suggestions. Is it best to eat protein right after workout? I am assuming yes to help build muscle or repair?? Thanks.
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Bootcamp how many calories burned?
I taking a stab in the dark and saying 550 for the hour. It's hardcore, lots of core work, very few breaks, sweating like crazy. using 8-15 pound weights depending on arm exercise and 25 kettle bell. It's a pretty typical bootcamp, with burpees, planks, pushups and all sorts of ab work. Does 550 sound about right? I don't…
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Any suggestions for non dairy protein shakes?
I usually mix a banana or some sort of fruit, but needs something that tastes somewhat good. I have been using perfect whey which says lactose free, but I am still experiencing major bloat and cramps and just a lot of not good feelings from it. I have tried new zealand whey with digestive enzymes and same thing. I can only…
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FRUSTRATED eating back calories and now gaining weight :(
I am so frustrated. I've been at this almost 10 weeks! I should be getting skinnier every week, but now I'm gaining steadily. I went from 1200 to 1500 calories and not eating exercise calories back for the first 7 weeks, then stopped losing. upped my calories because(started to eat back exercises calories and gaining…
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anyone made ice cream in the vitamix?
I just ordered the vitamix and so excited for it to arrive. has anyone made ice cream? if so, what do you think of it?
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crazy how it really works! Thanks for your help.
I have started eating my exercise calories back and I have already starting losing more weight. Simply amazing to me. I like most people are thinking what the heck? how can eating your calories back really help you lose weight, but it works! I was working out two hours a day and eating 1200 calories and only netting around…
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weight gain I presume from under eating..help!
It was only yesterday that the light's went on and I realized I needed to eat back my exercise calories to at least net 1200. I have gained two pounds in the last two days. I don't want to gain all my weight that I lost back. How long does it usually take for your body to realize it will get the 1200 calories. I am so…
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just curious....how strict are you? cheat meals.
I have learned this morning that I am likely not losing weight because I am not eating enough with workouts included etc. I want to know if you all super strict...Maybe this could be a contributing factor why I am not losing weight. I don't know. I want to be realistic. I love coffee, I need cream in my coffee. I have…
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haven't lost and weight in two weeks
I am so frustrated. I am working out every day and have not lost anything in two weeks...what gives? in the last two weeks, I might add, that I have added back a few bad carbs like crackers...would this really stop me from losing weight? I am still add the suggest amount for bmi. i think. Any suggestions? thanks so much in…
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hello
been using mfp for a few weeks now! looking forward to digging in.
