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Got my Resting Metabolic Rate - Now how do I use it?
Hi guys, I'm now that I have my routine locked in I really wanted to work on my diet. I work as a Paramedic in the hospital 3 days a week (12 hr shifts) and lift heavy (full body splits -- All Pro Beginner Routine) 3 times a week with cardio 2 x a week so i'm estimating my activity factor to be between 1.5-1.6. I'm also…
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Blendtec (or other) smoothie recipes
Hey guys I've had my Blendtec for 2 weeks now and I've run out of different recipes to try. Does anyone know a good place to look for green juice smoothies or if you have any recipes that you love feel free toost them below. I'll start with a quick and easy low calorie one that leaves me full for hours 2 cups water 2…
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Crossfit specific Pre-Workout supplement?
Hey everyone, What are you guys taking as your Pre-WOD supplements? I'm looking for a recommended product for our style of training. (Most products on the market are catered towards the bodybuilding crowd and not really specific towards our type of training) I understand the importance of a good Pre-WOD meal and I…
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MyFitnessPal Group on Facebook
Hey guys, I made a group on Facebook for us Miami members, figured it would be an easier way for us to converse, share information and possibly meetup for fitness related (or unrelated) events. The groups name is MyFitnessPal-Miami if you can't find it let me know
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MyfitnessPal - Miami Facebook Page
Hey guys I went ahead and created a MyFitnessPal - Miami facebook page located here: http://www.facebook.com/MyFitnessPalMiami Just thought it would be an easier way for Miami/South Florida members to communicate with each other as its a little tricky on this main page. It's not meant to replace the MFP message board, but…
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Questions regarding Mitochondrial Supplementation
Ive been doing some reading and my research shows that supplememting towards a goal of optimal mitochodrial functioning can have beneficial effects on your health. Specifically supplementing with the following. 1. Acetyl-L-Carnitine 2. Lipoic Acid 3. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) 4. DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol) I'd like to know what…
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Brew at the Zoo at Zoo Miami 4/28/12
Anyone going? My girl and I as well as a couple of friends will be there just curious who else is getting their "drank" on that night.
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What are the benefits (if any) of working out first thing in
I would like more information from those who workout on an empty stomach after an 8-12 hour overnight fast. What are the benefits or non-benefits that are associated with this? The reason I ask is because I used to do crossfit at 5am in the morning and I would usually do it fasted because I would feel nauseated during…
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Quick question on using tape measure
My girl and I are going to start measuring each other weekly to bi-weekly. Where exactly should the male get measured? Where exactly should the female get measured?
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Am I eating the proper amount of calories for weight loss?
I've been doing a lot of thinking regarding my MFP numbers. Right now I have everything setup as is in my diary so please take a moment to check it out. I'm 5'8" 246 lbs as of this morning. I'm concerned that I might not be eating the right number of calories, and it might be because I may be in the wrong category in terms…
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Anyone here do street SUP? Need help logging in my diary.
So my favorite form of cardio is doing Street Stand Up Paddling (Sup) on my longboard, it's a fun, great way to cover distances and really gets the heart pumping when I want to. My problem is that I've been logging it in MFP under skateboarding but am not sure if that's the right way to put it. Anyone else doing this if so…
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How should I set up my nutrition percentages? I'm thinking 4
A little about me first. I'm 28, 5'8" and as of today am 248lbs. I've always been active and participate in team sports and long boarding weekly. I currently lift 3 days a week and do cardio 3-5 times a week as well. Just got my blood lab values back and everything is looking great. My blood pressure is in the 120 range…
