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Pilates...Does it work for you?
Hey, Did Pilates last night after my BodyPump class....hadn't done it in a while and really want to improve my core strength and range of motion. Has anyone seen any positve effects from doing Pilates as part of their training programme?
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Pilates-has it worked for you?
Hey, Did Pilates last night after my BodyPump class....hadn't done it in a while and really want to improve my core strength and range of motion. Has anyone seen any positve effects from doing Pilates as part of their training programme?
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It's def not going-really getting fed up.
Before MFP i was eating very low and was at a slightly lower weight before going on holiday. When i came back and tried to lose the holiday weight i couldn't shift it so thought i'd sort my values out on here. So now i eat more, still exercise and i'm still not losing?! Really getting fed up. I do only want to shift…
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Jerk sauce...how to use for max taste effect!?
Hi! My mum has just returned from a fab trip to Jamaica and has brought me back some jerk sauce. I'm not really sure how to serve this other than with chicken? Any ideas on what to make as a meal? I was thinking having it alongside some homemade potato wedges? Not sure what else?
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Leftover bananas---what to do with them.
I have about 3-4 bananas leftover from the weekend. I don't really eat them on their own but in wouldn't moind making spomething with them that isn't excessive in calories, extra carbs, fat and sugar. Any ideas much appreciated please!!!
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Do you incline when you walk and run?
Whenever i run on the treadmill i always make sure that the incline is at 1.0 and not comp;letely flat. I was told to do this to protect joints and mimic an outdoor run. Does anyone else do this, and also would MFP account for this when you log?
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USN Protein Dessert-yummy!
I highly reccommend this protein! I was having it before as a shake...last batch i bought seems a lot thicker and the nutritional amounts are slightly higher...mainly calorie wise. I tried to drink it as a shake yesterday but it was like a really thick milkshake and i literally had to tip it upside down! This time though i…
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Feeling nauseous=gained
I haven't felt too good for last 24hours....quite nausous and gasy. Weighed myself this morning and the scales have gone up. Anyone think there is a link here?
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Eggs in the microwave?
can i do eggs in the microwave? i'm getting bored of taking porridge to work everyday!
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i have a tin of lentils..ideas?
I've got some lentils in the cupboard and was just wondering how i can use them for lunch tomorrow. I also have loads of other nice superfoods to go with them if necessary! Anyone got any ideas on how best to have them?
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Beef Jerky---hmmm??
Bought some beef jerky...thought it looked pretty decent on the protein front...not sure about the taste though!?
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Beef jerky?!
I just tried beef jerky...noticed it was quite high in protein. Not sure what i think of the taste though!?
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My social life is ruining my diet!
Right, i'm good generally Mon-Fri and train 5 times a week. I always seem to have something in the diary that ruins it. I get on the scales on Monday and kind of wish i hadn't had so much fun, but then sitting at home all weekend and restricting myself is boring. I hate saying no to going out with friends and family. How…
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Greek lunch tomorrow...what to have?
I'm off to lunch with a friend tomorrow. ..prob to a greek restaurant. Any ideas for lunch? I've planned my day so i know what i'm having for brekkie and dinner and that looks fine, plus i'll do some spinning and short run tomorrow evening.
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Do i need to reduce my carb intake-seems like everyone else
Hey, I've noticed a lot of posts about people reducing carbs down to 100g. Recently over the last 2 weeks i have increased everything in my diet as i was probably undereating for the amount of exercise i was doing. I am trying to eat to my daily allowance which means eating more, especially protein. However, i'm concerned…
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I'm going to Westfield today....(UK'ers know it)
Right, off to Westfield in London today (for US...it's a huge shopping mall). had an awful binge weekend so styarted the day well today and been 'normal', got my protein shake mixed ready to take with me along with some almonds and other healthy snacks. Problem is, Westfield is full of temptation, the nut hut...choc coated…
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53.2kg on Fri....55kg today!!! WTF??! What's this about?!
Right, weighted myself Fri am and was 53.2kg....went out Sat night, had a fair bit to drink and a bit of crappy food at the end. Yesterday, had my normal brekkie, protein shake then had a full 3 course lunch. I would'nt say the food i had was awful...prawns and avocado to start with some mayo it came in, puff pastry beef…
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What shall i have off this menu- bearing in mind i have a ha
I'm off out for lunch in a bit...not quite sure what to order?! have a bit of a hangover today so in the mood for something tasty! I've been good all week, trained hard 5 times, things went downhill after the vodka last night but nevermind, i'll be back on the straight and narrow asap! Suggestions please...and bear in mind…
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Best approach to High Intensity Interval Training-does it wo
Hey, I train a fair bit at the gym..do a lot of spin and high impact aerobics and combat. I often find i'm in the gym doing cardio for quite a while, especially if i do some additional cardio before a class. I've heard HITT is really effective in burning fat and improving fitness. Just wondered what others thought on this…
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What else can i have to up my protein tomorrow-i'm outta pro
Hey, i'm out of my protein shake!! I've calculated my diet for tomorrow to include cottage cheese, greek yoghurt, peanut butter, chicken, turkey and cheese but i'm still under! What else can i have while i wait for my protein order!?
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Which fish/seafood is higher in protein?
I feel i'm eating a ton of eggs, and white meat...but no fish. which fish/seafood is pretty high in protein?
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So, i've decreased my training...but is it ok?
I normally do a good 45-60 mins of cardio before my weights/bodypump session. Unfortunately today i didn't get a chance to fit that in before. What i did notice was that i felt much stronger and less fatigued in my weights session. I'm not sure if this is a good thing...that my technique was better, i lifted a bit…
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What else can i have to up my protein tomorrow-i'm outta pro
Hey, i'm out of my protein shake!! I've calculated my diet for tomorrow to include cottage cheese, greek yoghurt, peanut butter, chicken, turkey and cheese but i'm still under! What else can i have while i wait for my protein order!?
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Which protein shake?.and....
Hi, i'm currently using USN protein dessert which can be used as a thicker dessert style supplement or with a bit more fluid as a shake too. The chocolate one is good with 24g of proteing and virtually no carbs. Anybody have any other suggestions? and...i'm at work...bit peckish..have a few calories to use up today and…
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Chilli recipe and what to have with it? Ideas please!
I've bought some turkey mince to make a chilli and want tohave it tomorrow night. I'm pretty on the verge of my carb allowance so was wondering what ideas are out there for something to go with it? Might take some leftovers to fill a pitta for lunch next day. I've recently re itroduced carbs back into my diet and it's so…
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How much exercise?
I often feel i train very hard but it's making no difference. I tend to do an hour of cardio (run plus 45 min spin or run plus 45mins high impact aerobics) plus a Bodypump class. Not sure if i'm actually doing too much? I've done 6 days since last Tues and not sure if i should rest today or do some cardio. My heart rate…
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Can someone just check for me...
Hiya, I've really upped my cal intake last few days after hearing on here that i'm probably not consuming enough to keep myself going and am prob starving myself which is resulting my body holding onto fat. Can someone who is knowledegable about this take a look and let me know if i'm on the right track. I managed to get 6…
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What to have with my steak? ideas please!
Hi! Deciding to have a nice piee of sirloin steak tonight for dinner...i've eaten poultry all week and need a red meat fix! Trying to decide what to have with it though...i was thinking possibly baked potato and peas...not sure what else to do to jazz it up!> Ideas anyone?!
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Ideas for pre workout snack
Any thoughts on pre workout snacks?
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Dairy Milk....the other 'person' in my life this weekend!!!
Just want to share my excitment of looking forward to a bar of Dairy milk fruit and nut this weekend...this is how sad my life has become!!!!
