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Fat2FitRadio.com
I have been seeing this website in the forums alot lately so I decided to check it out and see how much I should be eating every day. When I typed all my information in, it said: Harris-Benedict Formula -- BMR is 2003 calories Katch-McArdle Formula -- Lean body mass of 141 lbs and BMR 1754 calories How Many Calories Should…
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Kettlebell - calories burned
Im going to get a kettlebell tomorrow because I hear great things. Im just a little concerned with how I will document this in my diary. Male 6 ft 193.4 lbs 19 years old If anyone has a formula, HRM, or just an understanding of how many calories I would burn, that would be much appreciated. I think im going to get a 20 lb…
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Confused about JM 30 Days Shred
I did about 10 days of Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred a few weeks ago before I developed really bad tendonitis in my foot -- yes it was because of the DVD, but only because a major tendon in my right foot hasnt been used like that due to a hip disorder I have -- Anyways... I sweat my *kitten* off, breathe heavily, and even…
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Reliable BMI/BMR Calculators
Ill keep it short and sweet. Im just looking for a somewhat reliable website where I can calculate my BMI and BMR. Mainly the BMR. Thanks
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Real Butter vs. Fake Butter
I have been using "I Can't Believe Its Not Butter! Light" (ICBINBL) for a while now. I just wasn't into the amount of fat and cholesterol in butter. However, my mom heard Dr Oz talking about ICBINB on his show the other day and it wasn't positive. It sparked an interest in me and I started doing some research. When I hit…
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The Slim Away Belt
Just wondering if it works. They say it helps you lose weight. I know I can do it on my own (and I am, im not buying it) just curious.
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Leg Length Difference - Please Read
I need some help. I'm looking for people with leg length discrepancies, or different leg lengths. I have perthes, a disease within the hip, and I have developed a deformed hip bone and hip socket. Because of this, my right leg is an inch shorter than my left leg. It has been this way for about 10 years and it has changed…
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belly fat..
Ill keep it short and simple.. I have surgery on the 25th, but ill be ready to go in 4-5 months. I want a plan ready so I can jump this last hurdle before next summer. I turn 21 the first day I get to Myrtle Beach and I want to play *kitten* on the beach with my shirt off and a beer in hand. Is that so much to ask? I know…
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Protein Shake Help
I just read an article about protein shakes (and some other stuff about the guy that played Thor) in Mens Health and have come to the conclusion that I should start drinking protein shakes. However, I have a question. Im having surgery on the 25th and I wont be able to exercise for 4 months. Will drinking protein shakes…
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SERIOUS CALORIE HELP
Hey everyone. I have 3 weeks left until I go in for a huge hip surgery. Ill be out of commission for many months. I have some diet questions because I really want to try to burn as much fat as possible in these last few weeks. As of right now I have my calorie goal set to 1500 calories. What SHOULD it be? - 6 ft - 187 lbs…
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stretch marks :/
Hey guys and girls.. I have stretch marks on my sides down around my waist line (oblique area) and up around my shoulders. Im just wondering what you all do to get rid of them or lessen the appearance. I read up on some top notch creams but they are really expensive. Im going to try one that is cheaper, but I want to know…
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killer tofu!
First day of my 2 week vacation so I went shopping to stock up on my health foods before my family fills the fridge. I was looking for some low sodium pre packaged lunch meats for easy, middle of the day sun break, sandwiches and found some turkey with great nutrition facts. Grabbed two packs. Didn't know til I got back to…
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Help! Net Calories! Starvation! Help!
I was thinking about something and I worried myself. Im always focused on my calories taken in and my calories remaining, but I've never really looked at my net calories. I completely understand what net calories are and why the number is what it is so that's not the issue. What I want to know is: do I need to have 1200…
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broccoli does what?!?!
I just read that broccoli contributes to a "puffy" looking stomach and its advised not to eat if you are trying to lose inches around your waist! Can anyone verify that? I love broccoli.. what the beep?!
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Red Meat Lovers!
For those of us who love red meat - burgers, steaks - but hate the fat and other garbage that comes with it, give bison meat a try. A friend recently told me about bison burgers and steaks. You can get them at shop rite or wherever you go in the meat section. There is virtually no fat, maybe 2-3 grams. Very little sodium,…
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for the pasta lovers
A friend of mine told me about this "dreamfields" pasta. He said it was low carb and tasted really good. I googled it and found some nutrition facts. 5 carbs per serving. I know most people steer clear of the pasta because of high carb counts so I thought id give you guys a suggestion. I haven't tried it myself but I plan…
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shopping list help
Im going shopping tomorrow and I just wanted to see what you guys like to eat. Id like to keep the sodium and fat low. Also, im asking for some specifics. Not just fruit and veggies, I know that. WHICH fruits and veggies. Thanks everyone. Oh and im looking mainly for lunch type food. And snacks. I eat normal dinner with my…
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those protein shake things..
I run elliptical just about every day and I try my best to use th total gym and do some dumbbell routines most days. I get around 100g of protein a day. I think.. should I try protein shakes or will they not fit in with a cardio based exercise regimen? Trying to burn the rest of my ab fat off..
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friends who dont understand
I have had this one friend in particular that thinks he knows it all. He's been my friend since we were toddlers and he's been this way forever. Gets it from his dad.. anyway, the guy is crazy smart, I can't deny that. He got straight A's in high school without opening a book. He goes to Fordham University now and he's…
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kettlebell - worth the money?
I researched kettlebells a bit and now I really really want one. They burn crazy calories and fat from what I've read. Im just wondering if anyone has experience with it because they are like $2 per lb where I live and that's alot of cash for something I HOPE will work. How heavy should I get? Im a 6ft 196lb male for…
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healthy life bread
I heard about this Healty Life Bread and took a look at the nutrition facts. I was so excited to go shopping and get some. Didn't find any after hitting several stores. I googled and found out that its only sold in the midwest or via online purchase. Im pissed. Its $15 for a shipment up to 4 items. The nutrition facts are…
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6 week 6 pack
I have about 6 weeks left til I go on vacation. 2 weeks at the beach. I was thinking about doing Jillian Michaels 6 week 6 pack along with my usual workouts. Pushing for 185 lbs by July 17th. Anyone ever try this DVD? How were your results?
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Abs and Obliques
Hey guys! I know you can't target a specific area because fat burns evenly throughout the body, but I was wondering if anyone has some way of getting this ab/oblique fat off. Its the hardest part for everyone and recently its become my downfall. I have vacation in a little over a month so id like to see a tiny change…
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need help with scales
Im just confused with my scale. I originally had an older analog scale. The kind with the small print and the needle. I read that they are unreliable and because of all the springs and stuff on the inside, they tend to get more unreliable the older they get. So I bought a new digital scale. It was $40 so I hope its good.…
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losing weight but not fat..
Self explanitory.. I feel like im losing weight but not fat. Im down 27 lbs and I don't notice many difference. I run on my elliptical every day for at least 20 minutes. Some days I get to 30 and rarely 40. (I would do more but I have a hip disease so im limited) And I just started using the Total Gym. Im hoping that does…
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putting weight on after surgery
Ok so I've lost 25 lbs and I plan on losing alot more, but I have a huge hip surgery in late August and im worried im going to gain alot of weight back. I will be on bed rest for a month or so, crutches for another few months. FULL recovery time for this is 9 months, but im pretty sure ill be ok to do some form of workouts…
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How does this work?
Hello people! I'm going to start using the total gym thingy. Anyone have any experience with this equipment? I know its different for everyone so I'm going to give it hell for a few weeks regardless and see how I like it, but I'd still like to see what you all think of it. Thanks!
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Does this really work?
Hey! So I was doing some googling in hopes that I could find new tricks for workouts or my diet and I stumbled across a website with this guy talking about dieting. He said that in order to keep your metabolism in check, you need to "shock" your system once a week. His way of doing this was by taking all of his cravings…
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need some help
Alright guys this is my first post. I started at 227 lbs in february and im down to 210 lbs as of monday. I strictly use the nutritional guidelines that MFP provided me along with some other research I've done. Im extremely self-conscious so I have limited myself to at-home workouts. I run on the elliptical 30-40 minutes…
