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Probably a stupid question (it's about protein)...
Does anyone know of any good - tasting whey protein? I know, I know it will have to have sugars. But I'm just not hardcore enough to stomach the nasty stuff! Not yet at least. I really want to start drinking them though bc I never meet my protein goals AND it will help me up my calories! Any input will be appreciated!!…
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Element Bars, tried 'em?
Has anyone tried Element bars? Customized protein/energy bars? It's pretty cool, you get to pick your texture, and ingredients (and name and label:). But, it's super expensive... Like $40 for 12 bars after shipping... But it sounds so awesome! I was just curious if anyone tried them and if it's worth it! ❤️
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Has anyone done a triathlon?
I really want to complete a triathlon! Just a sprint distance at first, maybe someday a half iron man! I love to swim and bike and I'm pretty okay at running.. I was just wondering if anyone can tell me about their experience or training! Please feel free to add me if you have, or have similar goals! :) Hope everyone's…
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Can eating too little cause you to stall?
Hi, Sorry if this is a dumb question. I'm wanting to know everyone's opinions on it. So, can netting too few calories cause you to stall or plateau? And before anyone says "you're logging inaccurately and actually eating at maintenance" - I log everything to the gram before it goes in my mouth. Thanks in advance for any…
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Need more amigos!
Particularly girls, because I relate better, but guys too! I'm Alyssa, I've been on here for a few months now. I lost 21, gained 10, then lost 5 again. I'm double majoring in nutrition and psych and hope to be an eating disorder counselor someday. Enough about me, let's talk about you! I love making new friends :)
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Can't get carbs under control!
Does anyone have any low carb food or snack suggestions? Apparently I suck and can't get them under control. But today I have only eaten 57g of carbs so far but it's taking up 53% of my MFP carbs/fat/protein pie chart. :( Any suggestions would be helpful, thanks in advance!! Feel free to add me on MFP if you like making…
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Lifting for weight loss
Hi guys! I'm wondering if it's absolutely necessary to do cardio to lose weight or can I do just strength training? I have about 20-30 pounds to lose, if that changes anything. Thanks in advance, feel free to add me if you like new friends! - Alyssa
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Chia seeds
Can anyone please explain chia seeds to me? Are they for weight loss or gain?
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Ruined metabolism
I hear/see people saying they have slowed down their metabolism, or "ruined it" I don't want that to happen to me! Is it due to food or working out? I work out every day, sometimes twice. I've been at this abouuuuuut 3 months? But I still feel like idk much.. Any tips/things to know about weight loss/metabolism are…
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Polar HRM Ft 7
So I've been looking into getting a heart rate monitor. The polar ft7 I've heard was the best, but I wanted MFP input. Does anyone have this? Do heart rate monitors show how many cals you've burned? Do you only wear during exercise? Is there any better/more accurate hrms I should look into?? Thanks for any input :)
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Food scale
Okay soooo... I finally ordered one :) it should be here today. But, can someone explain how they work? How do I measure meat, or peanut butter, or potato? It's probably a stupid question! But I hope someone can explain :)
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Someone please explain, 30+ pounds to lose.
Hi, I know that when you get close to your goal weight the pounds come off slowly. But, I am 5'3.5" and 164 pounds, so I still have a lot of weight to lose (30-40 pounds). I just thought it would be coming off faster since I'm so far out from my goal :( I stay under my calories and exercise every single day. So whyyyy so…
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My very first NSV/success post!!
So as a female that is OBSESSED with shopping and clothes, I always wanted to get cute button down shirts. Before I started this new lifestyle, I always told myself I couldn't button the top buttons bc my boobs were too big, because I could pretty easily button the bottom. But now that I'm being honest with myself, I know…
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I'm so confused! Weight going up??
A few days ago I weighed in at 169.4, yesterday I was 170.2, so I tried harder last night, and this morning I'm 170.4!! What in the world! Am I doing something wrong? Plus I don't even log the fact that I walk to all my classes on my giant university campus, usually about 40 min of walking + carrying textbooks + walk fast.…
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Does anyone else
Feel guilty? Like, they ate a TON when they are still under their calorie goal? Yes I weigh/measure, and honestly most of my food is packaged so it's easy to calorie count.. So I know I'm logging correctly.. But I feel like I just ate a bus. Please don't hate on my processed foods.. I'm working on it. It's a process. Also,…
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Frame size ladies??
Does any one else feel like they will never be "small" like all the fitspo pictures? Because their frame is too big? I know once I lose enough weight I will look and feel great... But I also want to be small. /: Any thoughts or input?? Also - feel free to add me if you want more MFP friends for motivation!
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Feeling horrible :(
So I've been eating well, working out for 3 weeks solidly. I know that's not long.. But for me it is. I'm getting to a point where I just want to eat anything! Tonight I ate chocolate.. I know.. The worst!! I didn't go over my calories, well not with my exercise calories at least. But I just feel absolutely horrible about…
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question about strength training... Please
Is it important to strength train WHILE trying to lose weight? Or do I do cardio until I burn off the fat, and THEN do strength to tone up? If they are supposed to be simultaneous during weight loss, can you please give me a ratio? Like spend 50/50 time on cardio vs. strength, or 70/30, or whatever... Thank you so much for…
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ANBERLIN
Any other Anberlin fans out there?? Other than just being the best band EVER, they have some great workout music!! If you're looking for some awesome pump up music, listen to Dead American or Someone Anyone by them. Just wanted to know if there were any other Anberlin lovers here in MFP! :)
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Need help finding a goal...
I read a lot of people's posts and they ask: can I lose ___ pounds in ___ months? Well people reply and say it depends on how much you have to lose, it's starts slowing down near the end, etc. and I didn't know either of those things.. So, I was hoping someone could help me pick a goal to shoot for. I'd like to know how…
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Today is my anniversary...
Today is my boyfriend and I's first anniversary, to celebrate we are going to a fancy, expensive steakhouse in Downtown Dallas. I'm afraid! I love steak and I know it's delicious there! My dad says it's a diet killer and I should make other plans.. My parents are very strict on we eat, especially growing up, but even now…
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20 yo girl, 180 pounds.. Please help me! :(
I am 20 years old, I am 5'3 and I weigh 180 pounds. I used to play Junior Olympic volleyball, but when I got to college it was all down hill - started drinking, eating a ton of junk. I gained 30 pounds :( not that I was ever skinny skinny but 150 looked good on me (I don't want to embarrass myself but I have a very large…
