-
High heart rate, low calorie burn, why?
Why does a person burn less calories with a higher heart rate? Example, I swam for 24 minutes (vigorous laps back and forth), average heart rate of 94, calorie burn 161. Yet I rode a bike, vigorous, up/down slopes roads, 23 minutes, average heart rate of 123, burn 64 calories. (Per my Apple Watch) Why is there such a large…
-
Constipation due to high protein
Looking for a good fiber to add to protein drinks to help with constipation? Any suggestions or recommendations? Not food. I’m a picky eater. Something to add to protein drinks would be easier for me. Thanks!
-
Casein Protein pros/cons/thoughts on it?
Anyone have experience with casein protein?
-
Pros/Cons/Thoughts on Micellar Casein Protein
I’m curious to see what people think of casein as a bedtime protein? Is it any good? Pros/Cons? Does anyone use it? Thanks
-
Looking for some lady friends, 50’s and up
I’ve been with MFP since 2011, in spurts. Only gotten serious in the last couple of years. Looking for ladies in need of friends. I have an open diary and log daily. I’m 56 from Louisiana, happily married with grown children and a growing band of grandchildren. I’m a fun spirited person that loves to laugh and have fun…
-
Barbell weight and body weight exercising questions
I’m a beginner to weights. I spent the past year learning to eat healthy, exercise and lose weight (43lbs). I recently gained about 10lbs back but that’s ok. I’ve decided to spend this next year focusing on weights, strengthening, and toning. Is there a method to the madness? Meaning, should barbell weight exercises be…
-
For toning, versaclimber, home gym, or something else?
I’m close to hit my goal weight (130lbs) and would like to start toning up what’s left. I had plans to buy a home gym, with weights and the ability to do multiple exercises for full body workout, but I’ve seen lots of good reviews about the overall workout you get from a versaclimber. I’m 5’2”, have lost 37lbs (down from…
-
Age 50 and over (or close to it lol)
Hi, I'm 50. And I need some additional support. I'm married, with children, grandchildren and live in Louisiana USA. I've been an on again/off again MFP'er for 2/3 years. I log daily, as honestly as possible, and I always comment and offer my support to all of my friends I currently have. I am realizing though that only 2…
-
Any Louisiana folks on here looking for new friends?
Hi, I'm from Northwest Louisiana and just wondering if there were any more Louisianans. Did some searches and sent some invites. Would love some more locals if anyone's interested. :drinker:
-
Problem with a 'friend' on MFP and her eating habits?
I'm not sure where this particular type of question should be placed here on MFP so I'm just throwing it out there to the general population and see what happens. I have a young friend, a girl, in high school as one of my MFP friends. She is talking about purging. And her friends are actually telling her how to and what…
-
Creatine = I NEED HELP PLEASE
Good morning! I need help please. The following is a copy of the directions on my bottle of creatine and they are as clear as mud to me. Take 1 serving (3 caplets) two times per day. On days when you work out, take 2 servings immediately after your workout. On days you do not work out, take 2 servings in the morning.…
-
Hi!
I'm new to 'groups' lol. I've been on MFP for about 2-3 weeks now. I'm 49, married with 5 kids (not all mine but all grown lol), and I live in Noble LA. About an hour south of Shreveport. I was born and bred in Baton Rouge and crave NO!! So far, I've lost right at 10lbs which I'm thrilled with. If any of you are interested…
-
In need of exercises to do at home! help please!!
i just got back into mfp a couple of weeks ago. i'm 49, 5'2" and weigh 156. I go to the gym 4-5 days a week now, doing cardio and weights, which i love. but i am looking for exercises i can do at home. i've been all over the internet this morning (looking up exercises i've seen discussed on here) and have found a few,…
-
Step Tracking Apps
I have pedometer on my iphone for tracking my steps when i'm walking outside. i just tried to use it in the house, and it's working, but i'm now wondering how accurately. it kept tracking steps when i was sitting in front of my computer :noway: does anyone know of an app that tracks the steps you take? i would be very…
-
Hi!! I'm new. And sooo ready to make some new friends :)
I started going to the gym on March 28th. Don't ask me why that particular day, lol, because i can't honestly say. I just know I woke up and decided today was the day! I go to the gym at least 5 days a week now, and have completely altered the way I eat. I have to laugh at myself though because the day I chose to go to the…
