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HEAVY METAL!
I find that I really love listening to metal music when I lift weights. Does anyone have suggestions on any good tunes?
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Fat!!
Is it more important to keep under your calorie goal than your fat goal?
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Never want to look like this again!!
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Gym rules what????
So at our school gym that I frequent, one of the rules are that anyone under 7th grade is not allowed in the gym. Personally, I think this is such a crock. I have a 10 yr old boy that is, I would like to say,....on the tubby side. He loves working out with me and we have fun doing it! Most of the guys and gals that I work…
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So what do you know??
I have found it facinating all the information, misinformation, myths about health and fitness, ect, that I have learned since joining MFP. What are some of the things that you have learned about health and fitness, since joining, that you may have not known before?? For example: I always used to think that watching my fat…
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DONT READ INTO THINGS SO MUCH.....
After reading and reading and reading some more, on everyones tips and advice, I now understand why there are so many confused people out there when it comes living a healthier lifestyle or getting fit!! Obviously we need to find what works for ourselves, so this is what I intend to do!! I am blowing all advice off(well…
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Egg whites vs egg substitutes
I am looking at a eating plan while lifting weights and it calls for 5 egg whites to eat for breakfast. Is it ok to sub the egg whites for egg beaters or better n eggs?
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So Im going to start lifting heavy???
I decided that I am going to start lifting heavy and focusing more on weight training. I was reviewing a couple of sites to find some kind of program to get going on and I came across Jamie Easons live fit,a 12 week program where you lift heavy for the first 4 weeks without doing any cardio to retrain your muscles. The…
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Jelly in the belly!!!:/
I am 5'4" and 185pnds and most all of my weight is in my stomach!! I have been doing cardio for about an hour 3 days a week and about 100 crunches along with it. I seem to be losing weight everywhere else but where I need to!! Does anyone have any suggestions on diet/ exercise ideas to get the ball rolling?? I am generally…
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Advice!!
So I am asking everyone for advice on a diet/exercise plan. I have been pretty motivated, eating healthy, and exercising. I am 5'4", 185 pounds, and pretty much all of my weight is in my belly thighs and hips! I would really like to have a flat stomach for the first time in my life( along with alot of other people too, Im…
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Only women need reply!...Unless you are a doctor!!:)
I never ever crave sweets of any kind until....TOM comes!! Grrrrr......Why is this??? I just want to scarf down a huge box of glazed doughnuts all at once!! It isnt all in my head either because I NEVER want sugar and then all the sudden, Im eating a doughnut or candy bar wondering why it tastes better than it has ever…
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Cardio or lift or both??
I have seen alot of advice here on lifting heavier weights and eating more to get a better, leaner sculpt. I have a few questions. #1. Is it best to do cardio before, after, or intervals when lifting? #2. Why do you need to up your calorie intake and by how much? #3. What are the best foods to eat when lifting? #4.Can you…
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VEGETARIAN!!
I want to start making more vegetarian dishes. Does anyone want to share some of their favorite main meals, snacks and such???
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Am I going about this all wrong???
I am really starting to wonder if watching my calories is such a good idea. I have lost weight several times in the past and each time I ate healthy but I never watched my calories, carbs, sugars, or salt intake. I just went by no more than 3 grams of fat per 100 hundred calories on the labels. The problem is that I am a…
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Multi Vitamans!!
What is the best multi vitaman to take?
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TRAINERS AND FITNESS EXPERTS WANTED!!!
I am looking for friends that are very motivated, trainers, fitness and nutrition experts, ect. as friends that have alot of support and accurate advice to give! No offense to the little folk:)
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ARRRRRGGGGHHHH!!
After realizing that my scale is broken and off by over 10 pounds, I am very discouraged!! I really have a bad attitude and completely ate whatever I wanted yesterday!! Thank god there where no doughnuts close by!! Sooo frustrated and trying so hard not to just give up!!
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Getting Frustrated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The last 3 weeks I feel like I have been working my butt off and watching my calories like a hawk. I have hardly lost any weight it seems. Of course Im toning up but Im used to fast results from past experiences with weight loss. At least 1-3 pounds a week. Usually more at first and then it tapers off to 1 pound a week. I…
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Owe owe owe OWIE!!
I have been exercizing for awhile now but I did the 30 day shred the night before last and now every muscle in my body hurts!! All day yesterday and today! My question is that, Is it best to take a break and heal a little bit or should I just push on through?? I dont dare stop now that Im on a role!!
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How many calories??
How many calories do you have to burn a week to lose a pound??
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Worst struggle....great food!!
Days like today are a great struggle for me as for others also, Im sure. I honestly hate going to eat at other peoples houses. I am a food addict and have a very hard time not eating EVERYTHING that is put out in front of me. My brain does not want to tell me when to stop until it is to late! Im slowly training it but I am…
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Dont we burn Calories lifting??
This maybe a stupid question and maybe Im reading things wrong but when dont we burn calories when lifting weights? I dont see any calories burned for that in my exercise diary.....just wondering??
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How important is sodium??
I can generally eat healthy foods. I love vegetables and lean meats and I am not much for anything sweet. On the other hand, my sodium intake is usually very high! If I am doing good on all my other goals like calories, fat, sugars and fiber, can I cut myself some slack on the sodium??
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Add me please!:)
Please add me as a friend if you would like. I need all the support I can get!!:)
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Vinegar....Suppressant??
I recently heard that vinegar can be a natural appetite suppressant! Is this accurate?
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Need support!!!
Ok, I am starting over again and I need better support so if anyone wants to be that, add me please!:)
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MMMM......I love protein!!!! Is there such a thing as to muc
I always seem to go over my protein limit!! I eat mostly lean proteins such as fish, chicken breasts, and seafood and it helps me stay full longer. Even if I stay under my calorie goals, my protein is always to much! Is this bad?? And if so, why?
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Whatever floats your boat??
How many of you feel that it is possible to eat whatever you want and still lose weight???
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UUUUGGH!!
I have ate below my calorie goal today but it was mostly crappy food and I feel horrible now! Why can I do sooo good for sooo long, then wham!! I get these crazy cravings.....!?? Grrrr.......
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Hello everybody!!!:)
Just starting this site......I have lost 12 pounds in the last month!:)
