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Intense cardio -> intense appetite -> gaining
I reached my goal weight (105 lbs) a few months ago, but I gained five pounds after breaking up with my boyfriend. I've been more active than I've ever been in my life the past few months. I completed a supersprint triathlon and I'm now training for a half-marathon, so my cardio workouts are currently between 4 and 8…
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How long does it take to train for a triathlon?
Hey, triathletes! My fitness goal for the year is to complete a triathlon (I'm not concerned about my time). Previously, I have only completed 5K races. Currently, my workouts tend to be 5-lb weights and cardio (running) a few times a week, but I plan on amping that up to include biking and swimming. My legs are fairly…
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Do you use your phone to help achieve fitness goals?
I don't have a smart phone, but I have been thinking about finally purchasing one. In addition to being able to use a GPS (I get lost really easily), I am interested in using my phone to help keep track of my running and fitness in any way I can. Do you use any apps that help you stay on track throughout the day? If so,…
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What weight is on your driver's license?
What weight does your driver's license or state ID say and how much do you actually weigh right now? Mine says 120 pounds and I remember that, at the time, it was a complete lie! I now weigh 110.
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Favorite whey protein powder?
I just tried Whey For Her protein powder with the vanilla bean flavor and I'm NOT fan. It is much too sweet for my liking! Does anyone have recommendations for a powder that is not flavored artificially at all? I enjoy adding in fruit and spinach/kale. Thanks!
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Help! Peer pressure to eat poorly
I visited my cousin for a four-day weekend, which included both her birthday and another relative's wedding. I felt backed into the corner because my cousin associates a celebration with total gluttony. I heard the following throughout the weekend: "You HAVE to get the waffle fries" and later "You have to use the sour…
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How to stay awake during an overnight shift?
Tonight, I will have my very first overnight shift at my job (9 PM-10 AM). For the majority of the overnight, I'll be sitting in the dark supervising sleeping children (I work at a residential school for mentally ill children). I'm allowed two half-hour breaks at predetermined times during the night. How do I stay awake…
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What should I wear to a wedding?
I haven't been to a wedding in a while and I have one coming up in a week, but I am a bit lost on what kind of dress to wear. Basically, it's a September wedding in Minnesota (not sure if that part matters) and it will take place outside. What colors are best? What colors should I avoid wearing? What's the best length? Any…
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My job making me gain weight?
I just started a job at a residential school for emotionally disturbed children and adolescents. Four days a week, I have to eat dinner with them (and occasionally lunch or breakfast, too, depending on the hours). The dorm counselors (that's me) are expected to sit and eat the meals with the students. Due to their varied…
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Can I gain muscle without gaining weight?
I'm at 110 pounds and my ultimate goal weight is 105. I just started 30 Day Shred and I'm going to actively try to gain muscle. However, I still want to get down to 105. Is it possible or am I going to see scale increases because muscle weighs more than fat? Btw, I'm 5'2" and I usually eat ~1300 on average. I haven't eaten…
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How can I help my dad lose weight?
My dad is 54, 5'11", and weighs 240 pounds. Over the years, he has suffered from health problems including melanoma and had two stents put into two arteries clogged with plaque. Before I was born, he was pretty fit and ran marathons. When his weight ballooned to 260 later in life, he got down to 200 on Weight Watchers.…
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What do you eat?
1) Do you eat back calories burned for your total? 2) Do you eat more protein than usual (or more carbs)? 3) Are there certain foods you should eat either before or after a workout to maximize effectiveness? I got my 30 Day Shred DVD from the library, so I don't know if it was supposed to come with any sort of nutrition…
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How many calories is it okay to be under for the day?
I'm done eating for the day and I'm not hungry. According to MFP, I am 500 calories under my goal for the day (I only ate ~900). I'm only 5'2". Is it possible that I'm not hungry enough to eat that much because I'm that short? The absolute last thing I want is for my body to be in starvation mode and for my body to hold…
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Is it okay to go to bed hungry?
I last ate at 6:30 PM and I am now gearing up for bed at 11:40 PM having eaten nothing for several hours. Is the hungry feeling an indication of not eating enough today or is it only because I'm up too late? Are late night snacks okay or will it cause me to gain?
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What are micro and macro nutrients?
I've noticed a lot of people refer to micro and/or macro nutrients in posts and I'm completely stumped! What should I know about these and how can I use that knowledge to improve my diet?
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Is it okay to be under on carbs, fat, and sodium?
Almost every day, I seem to consume significantly under the recommended amounts of carbs, fat, and sodium. Is this okay? I tend to steer clear of bread, cheese, and processed foods; I also don't eat meat. I eat a lot of fruit, so I'm often a little over the limit on my sugar intake. I also tend to have a big protein…
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Do you always work out at the same time?
In other words, do you keep a consistent workout schedule? If so, what time of day do you like to work out? This week, I have been working out between 10 PM and 11 PM. I found that I'm always hungry after and I end up eating a ton more food than I should! I'm wondering if I'm better off working out in the morning because…
