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should i up my cals??
hi! i am 22 yo female, currently weigh 230 and work out 3/4 times a week burning around 700/800 cals eat time. MFP has me on 1280 cals a day, I always eat most of my exercise cals back and always try to get everything balanced out correctly. I get hungry yeah, but not starving, still getting the hang of when is the optimal…
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swimming costumes.... urgh
okay guys, i was thinking of swimming once a week on top of my the 3 gyms visits i have already. BUT i hate swimming costumes.... hugely....... anyone know of any that arent the usual tight, clingy, small ones? also any of you girls seen a difference with swimming? i dont want to suffer the humiliation of a swimming cozi…
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Comfort Eaters Wanted
I am trying to get lots of members in this new group so there is a constant support network available for people that comfort eat http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4129-comfort-eaters-anonymous we're trying to fill it with tips, advice, affirmations and chat over the issues that cause this a bit :) Join up please!!
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where to download tracks for gym playlist?
hi, just off the bat i do not mean illegal downloads, do not mind paying i just do not know where is good and cheap! also I do not have an iPod so I'm guessing iTunes is pretty redundant?
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comfort eaters anonymous!!
hello guys, I've just made a group called 'comfort eaters anon' http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4129-comfort-eaters-anonymous if we can get enough people to join whenever you feel like having a binge there will be people to talk you out of it, offer inspiration and tips on how to avoid emotional eating. People can…
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anyone else a weigh-in pessimist?
hey guys, I have been exercising 3/4 times a week and eating healthy for a couple weeks now, started off at 235. not been weighing much last few weeks as nothing seemed to be happening so i was going to just leave it for a while, last night i stepped on the scales and it said 229, after my dinner it said 231- which is a…
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calling all comfort eaters!
hello guys, I've just made a group called 'comfort eaters anon' http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4129-comfort-eaters-anonymous if we can get enough people to join whenever you feel like having a binge there will be people to talk you out of it, offer inspiration and tips on how to avoid emotional eating. People can…
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do you girls gain/not lose at your time of month?
hey girls, just wondering if any of you gain or do not loose around your time of the month? also if the life style change has messed up your usual monthly timings at all? I was due on about 1/2 weeks ago- when I really got into this and started hard at the gym (and there is noooo chance I'm preggo) but also haven't lost…
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quitting smoking
i am eating healthy, working out, going to start lifting weights.... spose i had better quit smoking! any tips please? I'm dreading it! worried about having the constant munchies!
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New Rules for women- worth buying?
hi! i have a lot of weight to lose as im currently 234 and have been told weights would not only help but in the long term give better results than just cardio. New rules is about £13 to buy which is a lot for me at the moment, how did you guys find it? anyone lost a lot of weight with lifting?? Thanks :)
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you know it's time to diet when...
NO NASTY COMMENTS PEEPS reading the forums there are some really funny little phrases people use like; the 'B' tummy backs of knees that look like hot cross buns elbow overhang share the embarrassing stories and funny observations about yourself!
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look at a day in my food diary for me please?
hi, would you guys mind checking out Monday 19/03/12 (non working out day) and Tuesday 20/03/12 (working out day) in my food diary please? I am doing my monthly shop online and have used these days to plan what I am going to be eating. does this look well balanced and healthy to you guys? what can i do to improve it? thank…
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woman losing weight with protein shakes
hello, I am doing some research on protein powders. I have a lot of weight to loose (currently 235) and am hitting the gyms 3/4 times a week and eating a balanced diet within my guidelines but never hitting my protein goal set my MFP by a LONG way. Would protein powder shakes be a good to have after a work out, boost my…
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nuts and seeds?
hi, looking for something to jazz up my porridge and get me some protein, what nuts and seeds do you guys use?? atm im having wholegrain porridge oats with blueberries Thanks! :)
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lost nothing... wtf!?!
hey guys, I have been doing healthy eating on here for about 2 weeks and have started going to the gym a week ago (been 4 times thus far) but have lost no weight! I am currently 234/235 and am eating 1300 cals a day and burning 2200 - 3200 cals a week eating most of my exercise cals back. was mortified this week after…
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aching- lack of protein??
hey guys, this is what my usual gym plan is; tues- bikes, zumba thurs- bikes, body balance (pilated, yoga and taichi) (every other week) friday- bikes, zumba sun- circuit training including bikes, elliptical, push ups, treadmill, plank etc i burn between 2200 and 3200 cals a week. but i am aching like mad between sessions.…
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protein shakes?
Hey, a couple questions on protein shakes. why do you drink them should they be drunk before/after what should should you drink them before/after i'm getting a lot of mixed info about them and am confused! thanks
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what weights to lift?
hi, im doing lots of cardio to loose weight but need to start doing some weight training. im a 22 yo female currently weighing 235 and doing about 3+ hours of cardio a week, where should i start with weights? Thanks :)
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womens work out clothing?
hi, I'm in the UK and struggling to find somewhere that sells women's workout tops that are baggy/comfortable and affordable. all the ones I can find are tank tops and I want something baggy and long enough to cover my bum and belly! any advice would be fantastic! thanks,
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how long till i see a change?
hi, I've just started at the gym and are doing the below; Tues- 45mins zumba, 15 mins (4/5 miles) bikes, 15 mins (2/3 miles) cross trainer Thurs- 1 hour pilates/yoga/taichi, 15 mins bikes, 15 mins cross trainer sat/sun- 20 mins bikes, 20/25 mins cross trainer, weight reps, 2000 meters rowing, 20 mins treadmill (just do…
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I added zumba to the data base....
according to; http://www.zumbacalories.com/ does this look accurate to you guys???
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what weights should an overweight girl lift?
hi, I'm 22, weigh 235 and go to the gym 3/4 times a week, about 1.5/2 hours a time (across zumba, yoga, cardio, rowing) what strength training should I be doing? I have no idea where to start??!! im happy to push myself with the cross trainer, classes etc but i know you have to be careful with weights and i don't want to…
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no idea what to do at the gym?
hi, i've just joined a gym but aside from the obv answer of 'EXERCISE?!' i have no idea what i should be doing. yesterday i did 10 mins warm up on bike, 15 mins treadmil (6 speed, 6 incline as im not supposed to run- have dodgey knees), 15 mins elliptical (level 9), rowed 1000 meters and 15 reps each side on the weight…
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what's your zombie apocalypse workout track?
leading on from the rise of the geeks yesterday. name your soundtrack for zombie killing and weapon of choice. I'll start... smack my ***** up- prodigy samari's
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zombies could actually happen!
http://www.cracked.com/article_15643_5-scientific-reasons-zombie-apocalypse-could-actually-happen.html thought this might amuse some of you :)
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ladies- gym apparel advice required PLEASE!? :)
this may sound like a really stupid question but... I'm joining the gym very soon, never been before, what the hell do i wear? what trainers are good, would leggins be more comfortable, do i need a sports bra or a HRM?? whats your experience ladies?
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how hungry should i feel?
how hungry should I be feeling on 1290 cals a day? I have a slightly weak, light headed hunger all day but i don't mind it, no pain no gain, lets me know its working but is this bad?? I am having a lot less sugar and caffeine where I've replaced about 5 cappuccino's, with 2 sugars each a day with black coffee/ black tea…
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importance of protein?
hi, okay joining gym soon and am going to hit it hard! first of all is it okay to drink back my cals after a workout? (as i don't think i could eat much more during the day and dont want ridiculous evening meals!! lol) also are protein shakes just for body building? what purpose does it play in the body for losing weight/…
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challenge for you...
okay exercise gurus and those who love the burn. i am a exercise phobe and am turning over a new leaf. i can't afford gym membership, equipment or dvds. I am going old school. currently weight 230 and am 5'6 and need a daily exercise routine to help me lose weight using only household items and myself really! sock it to me…
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i eat the same thing EVERY day!
hi, i was just wondering if this is really bad for me or anything?! its not that i have planned it, its just i do my shopping monthly so get a lot of things that can be stored/frozen and i've worked out a good system so i've stuck with it... porridge and defrosted frozen summer berries rice cake fruit soup jelly pot rice…