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Trying to get a strong upper body(ANY ADVICE IS GOOD)
Hi, I am trying to gain strength and endurance for climbing. I am not sure what to do to gain strength without getting fat. Currently I eat a low carb diet and I normally eat 1400-2000 calories a day. I have been gaining strength, but slower than I'd like. I am wondering if I should try to put on mass. I am 5'8" I weight…
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I want to be more communicative around here
Hello, my name is Gabe, I am a zebra(elhers danlos) and I'm also very active. My primary sports are fencing and climbing but due to my connective tissue disorder I have to stay very very fit or things get bad for me physically. That's me! If I sound like a good fitness buddy, say a thing. I am 5'7.5" 132lb GW? none. I want…
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Question about breasts
So here is an odd question, my breasts are usually on the side of hard and painful to the touch. Have been for years. Since I lost about 15lb they have completely changed to soft and squishy and not painful. Could the weight loss have some effect with hormonal cycles? I have missed a couple periods, but that isn't really…
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EDS and fitness, for those with health problems
Hi, my name is Gabrielle I have a degenerative condition called Elher's Danlos syndrome which essentially means I'm living in a body that is quickly becoming more and more damaged as life goes on. I live in chronic pain and my rheumatologist has told me that it's best for me to try to get as light and fit as possible to…
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physical limitations and sticking to a plan
Hi there! I am looking to lose weight and get into shape, i'm in an intensive PT program for hip stability issues that incorporates a 6 day workout into my 3 days a week of fencing. It's so frustrating and painful. I'm trying really hard to stick to plan. Does anyone else have mobility issues?
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Advice on low carbs
So I have trouble going low carb without also going low calorie. Is it really true I can lose weight eating more so long as i keep my carbs down? I am trying to get down to 127, I'm at 136 right now. I am a recovering anorexic(recovery forever i suppose). I really have a hard time eating a lot of calories when I'm…
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The best advice anyone ever gave me
I wanted to share something i heard here on mfp once that has really worked to raise my morale and even that of my friends and family who struggle to keep healthy... If someone who is morbidly obese, eating junk every day of his life, decides to eat kale for a day, is he healthy? The same goes for someone who is good most…
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Happy news post
Okay so after my first binge since i started losing weight 3 months ago, i put on 4 pounds overnight, after 2 days of eating normally and drinking tons of tea my weight is back down to normal. And from it i have learned that i need to make sure i am getting all the vitamins and minerals i need. So some good came out of it.…
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What to do after a binge
So i ate like an angel for 3 months now and lost 2 stone. I am finally where i want to be and for some reason today shark mode got turned on and i ate everything in sight until i felt stuffed and literally couldnt eat anymore. I plan on returning to my normal diet tomorrow. Can someone talk me out of feeling horrible right…
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How many calories do i need to maintain long term
I am currently 5'8" female, 21 and 119 pounds. If i wanted to maintain my weight, how much would i have to eat long term? could i stay on 1200 calories forever?
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Replacing boobs with pecks(totally bazaar question)
Okay so i need some opinions on this one, i have quite low body fat and i am trying to bulk up now. I had jaw surgery and lost a lot of muscle unfortunately which left my boobs a bit saggy. I have been working out really hard on my pecks which has perked em up quite a bit. I can actually bounce them which is hilarious! My…
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Is it okay to skip dinner
I almost never eat dinner, I'll still get what i need, but i generally don't eat after 3pm(sometimes noon). I usually sleep better if i don't eat dinner too.
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Trying to be a healthy human
Hi there, my name is molly and im trying to get fit and stay healthy. I'm a college student and a rugby player. I have celiac disease and eat gluten free which isn't always easy. Sometimes i get caught up in poor eating and end up really ill. I'm just here to get fit and stay on track. nice to meet you all.
