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Food for thought
Just some thoughts, nothing up for debate It sure was hard getting back on track after my mother passed in November... then through the services, holidays, etc. I didn't over do it but ate more take out, heavy meals and sugars (feel good foods), than I normally do. I am finally feeling back to normal! I've been doing my…
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The bigger picture
I've been completely fired up about weight loss and nutrition for over two years. I've lost close to 100 lbs and have tried just about every nutrition plan and exercise routine out there. I have had days where I was close to 1000 calorie deficit, I nearly starved myself to hit a challenge number and I hit it. I bounced…
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Ownership
I am posting this because I firmly believe that thinking it and saying it is one thing, but once it's written down somewhere it's real and I have to take ownership. Wow what a strange crazy trip it's been! I started out by eliminating junk and processed foods, eating healthy and clean, doing Nutribullet shakes for lunch,…
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Still paleo
A few weeks ago I posted about the Paleo diet and some of the comments told me I was still on the honeymoon and that I would get sick of it and fall off track and eating all the healthy foods I want would cause weight gain and blah, blah, blah. Well I am still strict Paleo and it just keeps getting better! Yes, it can get…
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Oh my Paleo!
I am on day for of a 100% Paleo challenge and while this nutrition/lifestyle plan isn't for everyone I can truly say that I can't believe the difference in only 3 full days. I think I was eating clean about 80% of the time so I didn't have massive withdrawls of sugars/toxins, etc. like others might have but I ramped up my…
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Breakfast - snack - lunch - snack - dinner - snack
I have read a lot about how the timing of eating and/or types of foods do not matter and about how we are programmed to believe in 3-squares a day and that breakfast foods are things like eggs, bacon, toast, cereal, pancakes. God forbid you have a turkey sandwich for breakfast! Oh the horror! Anyway, yeah I really feel…
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Eat garbage and be perfect
Okay, okay... I know it's not "What" you eat but how much you eat and all that... But did you ever notice that commercials always depict the most extremely healthy, happy, thin, fit and glowing people eating crap like Wendy's, McDonalds, KFC, etc...? :smile:
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To eat or not to eat...
I am wondering about IF, specifically skipping breakfast and I am wondering if anyone has done this and has had any luck. I have always been a breakfast person but think I need to make some changes to my eating routine at this point. I am finding that even though I eat a healthy breakfast with plenty of protein, it seems…
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Burning up the sugar
I don't usually eat added sugar, only what I get naturally in fruits and vegetables. However, once in a while I do allow myself to indulge in something sweet like cake or ice cream or chocolate, etc. I have noticed that every time I eat sugar (added sugar), the type that is found in a treat noted above, when I sleep that…
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Full yet hungry
I am sure there have been posts on this before but I could not find anything recent. I am good at listening to my own body, eating when I am hungry, stopping when I feel full, drinking plenty of water, eating good foods, a lot of veggies, etc. However, I find that my stomach gets full and I know I am full by body signals…
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CRON
A member commented on another post that I made last week and was talking about CRON. I poked around a bit to gain some information on this approach and I really like what I see. I have been trying to do this program and am on day three. I feel really good so far, haven't been hungry at all. I like it so far. Is there…
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Quick question...
I have an hour of personal training later on, most likely core/abs and squats w/heavy weight. What do you recommend I use as an exercise to log that hour? Thanks!
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Some recommendations please...
As evidenced by many of my posts I am having a hard time with my target / net / macros. So if anyone has a few minutes and could take a look at my day thus far... and make some recommendations I would certainly appreciate some sound advice. Keeping in mind that I have a one hour personal training session later that will…
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So exactly when does all the bad stuff happen?
So I am wondering when all the bad stuff that I keep hearing about e.g., ruined metabolism, muscle loss, starvation mode, etc. is supposed to happen? I have been going strong for a year and three months, still solid with a fairly substantial deficit and/or negative net at the end of the day about 90% of the time. I have…
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Worth a mention
I have been using an organic hemp protein powder for my shakes and wow! The boost in energy along with feeling better overall is amazing. It is worth giving it a try in place of your go too protein powder.
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Net vs. Goal Calories
I am falling back into my old ways of focusing on my goal calorie number when I should be focused on the Net. I tend to have huge calorie burns every day with multiple exercise, a lot of activity and movement and I always get close to over 20 thousand steps according to my Fitbit. As a result I end up with a negative net…
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25 Minute Bootcamp
75 squats 75 chest to floor pushups 75 knee tucks 75 standard burpees 100 jumping jacks 50 jump squats 50 thruster chest to floor pushups 50 mountain climbers (2 equals 1) 50 chest to floor burpees 75 jumping jacks 25 medicine ball jump squats 25 alternate lunges (2 equals 1) with medicine ball 25 thrusters 25 knee tuck /…
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Stubborn body!
So I am wondering if anyone else is experiencing, or has experienced this... I am trying to lose that dreaded last 5 or 10 pounds. I have tried every single thing I could think of... I have gone with a huge calorie deficit and even a negative net on some days, other days I have gone over my calorie goal target. I have…
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Guidance needed
So I am having a hard time hitting my carb percentage. I keep going over a little bit. Can anyone take a look and make any suggestions on how I can further eliminate some carbs from my plan? I eat a ton of veggies I know and I love my dairy (yogurt) and it works for me and my overall health. I know I have items on there…
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I love abs
I love doing abs exercises! A lot of people hate them but not me... I get really happy when abs/core are part of my MMA routine! So... What is your favorite exercise? What is your least favorite exercise and why?
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Hemp seeds
So I have read all kinds of wonderful things about hemp seeds and have started using them in my yogurt, protein shakes, on top of salad and even right out of the bag. I am a little weary of the calories @ 170 per three tablespoons, so I've been using just a small sprinkling. They are quite good. Has anyone else been using…
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Quick question... I los track
I have a question... and it may be a stupid question but I need some confirmations here as I have lost track a little bit. I set my goal for 1200 (to drop some of the vacation weight). Yes, I know this is too low and I do normally eat more. I usually go by TDEE but wanted to be specific with my exercise calories for a…
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Great Grains
I am not a retailer and am not selling anything. Just wanted to share the information on One Degree Organics. They have a line of cereals, breads, seeds and flours. 100% transparency in their nutritional information, certified organic, vegan, non-gmo and all the good stuff: http://onedegreeorganics.com/ It is worth…
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Need some advice
Advice needed please... (please no negativity or sarcasm, thank you). I was on maintenance using TDEE method for a while. I recently went on vacation, ate really healthy and walked, did some light running in the mornings. The amount of food eaten was over the top what with the resort being all inclusive with many…
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Vicious cycle...
I find that if and when I restrict my calories I get caught up in a vicious cycle where I just can't catch up again, even if I hit my calorie goal, my net and my macro's. The only way I know how to describe the feeling is... My belly feels full and I don't feel the typical signs of hunger e.g., growling or rumbling belly,…
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Opinions please...
I know it's important to have a rest day for body and muscle recovery and I do take rest days here and there but the way I go about it... I listen to my body and when it needs a rest day, it lets me know! Anyway, I am heading out on vacation for two weeks next week and the week after. I was talking to my MMA coach and…
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Running...wow. Advice for my poor feet...
I recently started running and am hooked! I love it! It's the only physical activity I can do anymore that can spike my heart rate and get me sweating. I do a big variety of exercises but everything else takes a good 40 minutes or so for me to even warm up and yes I do give maximum effort in everything I do. Also, since I…
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Running, faster metabolism and hunger...
Since I have been running I've noticed that my metabolism is off the charts ramped up again. I'm not complaining at all... but I also notice that since I've been running I get hungry like every two hours! Not a problem since I tend to snack throughout the day about every two to three hours or so anyway, but my hunger level…
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Another question for the runners in the house...
Can anyone recommend some good stretching for after a run? Thanks!
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Mixed berry slim quick
NO, I am not advocating for supplements or fad pills, drinks or anything like that. I just wanted to say that Slim Quick Mixed Berry packets that you mix into a glass of water? yum! I'm totally addicted. They are sweet and yummy and taste like fruit punch. Nope... I don't believe for a second that they can magically make…
