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Is Meal Prep intimidating to everyone, and is it worth it?
Hello! I am a teacher working as a waitress during the summer, and I go back to school August 17th. Last year was my first year teaching and my eating was totally unmonitored. I'd like to give myself this next week to wrap my head around "meal prep" recipes, how to prep the most in the least amount of time, etc. There's so…
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Ideal arm size?
Alright. So. In general, I'm really happy with how my body has been responding to me watching what I eat and whatnot...I'm happy with the pace at which I'm losing, and I'm happy with my measurements...EXCEPT for my arms!! I'm sorta stubby in general which is fine, but my arm measurements just aren't budging at all. (I'm…
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My cholesterol is out of this world high - what can I do?
So, my cholesterol is ridiculous. VERY high in general, VERY high LDL, high (but not super great) HDL, low triglycerides. I'm trying to get it better before I go back to the doc to get re-tested. - Low dietary cholesterol - Low saturated and trans fats - High monounsaturated fats - High SUPER high fiber - Continuing to…
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Need protein/nutrition, must travel well.
Alright, so here's the situation. My goals are...* Work out regularly (lifting weights 3x weekly when home, yoga on other days) * Use supplements like shakes and quest bars to meet my protein and nutrition goals * Try to eat within my calorie goals o:) Not so hard, but some of my circumstances are...* ADHD, highly…
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Doctor's orders: Eat more sodium!!! Favorite high-sodium ideas??
Alright. Was at the neurologist today and apparently I've been dizzy/passing out and he told me to eat more salt and drink gatorade/powerade in place of water. The thing is, I already thought I ate lots of salt! I never have tried to avoid it. However, I do have very low blood pressure and I am happy to try to fix that…
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111 protein, 111 (net) carbs, 108 fat. Yay? Nay?
Alright. I'm still trying to figure out the macros that work for me (5'6" 138lb, trying to get to 130 building muscle). What do you aim for regarding macros? I'm pretty happy with my 111 protein, 111 carbs, and 108 fat for the day, but I'm not 100% sure I should be. Thoughts?
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What's your favorite part of working out?
Truth be told, I am having (and have been having) a really hard time getting off of my tush and working out or moving. Help me get off of my backside and tell me what makes you get off of yours! :)
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How long before you "form a habit"?
I am a self-labeled wagon-faller-offer. I did great three years ago, lost 35 pounds and was at my goal weight, then started lifting weights and was very satisfied in my progress. Now, I am 10 pounds up and not anywhere near physically fit, and I'm starting to try harder to get habits going strong again. It's my 15th day in…
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I want to show off...(pics)
First of all, I hope this picture works. Second, my dad built this power rack and I'm SO EXCITED. I used it yesterday for the first time, and let me tell you, it's great. We still need to get an olympic bar (right now we can't load more than about 70 pounds due to the length of the bar). I'm so proud of him and of this…
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What's your drug (exercise) of choice and why?
Mine has been lifting weights, but today I tried jogging. I'm also interested in 30 day shred. What is your favorite way to raise your heart rate? (that can legally be done at a gym or otherwise in public;) and why?
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Females boxing...any here?!
I'm currently doing NROL for women and LOVING IT. It's making me feel brave enough to box. Any ladies on here tried it?
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What are your grocery store staples?
Hey everyone! I'm wondering what your staples are to keep in the fridge for meals or snacks. Some of mine are not so healthy, and I'm looking to change them up. Apples...skim milk...eggs...oatmeal...?
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Starting over - AGAIN.
Alright. SOO I got through stage 1 last summer at my parent's home gym. Then, when I went to school with the free, fully loaded gym, I decided to start over with better equipment and really stay consistant with eating. All was going well until I hurt myself while lifting, and ended up with a herniated disk and a pinched…
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New Years Recipes? I'll show you mine if you show me yours..
Alright, here's what I'm going to make! For LUCK: Black Eyed Pea Salad---already in the fridge marinating http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/black-eyed-pea-salad-recipe/index.html For PLENTY: GF Cornbread with Coconut Flour ---the S/O can't eat flour…
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Just watched vegucated..anyone seen it?
As someone who has been a vegan for a year and a vegetarian for two more, than come back to the dark side of meat and dairy for the past three years, this movie wasn't all new information for me, but it still was a bit...unsettling. Although I plan on keeping my omnivore diet, it was a good reminder to stock up on the…
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Great weight loss documentaries.
Alright - I love documentaries in general. And I found these few to be VERY informative. http://documentaryheaven.com/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-losing-weight/ http://documentaryheaven.com/why-are-thin-people-not-fat/ Enjoy!
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How do you reward yourself?
I'm looking for a way to track progress and reward myself slowly for the things I'm doing. What do you guys do to reward yourself? Do you buy stuff for yourself, do activities...? I'd love to hear it!
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My boyfriend is TOO SKINNY. Help!!
Here's the deal. I need some advice for what to do with my boyfriend - he's always been SKINNY, but with some recent added stress, he has dropped from about 130 to 122. (He's 5'10" and 22.) I'm maintaining/losing very slowly and I'm happy with that, and since I often cook for both of us and also do the grocery shopping (we…
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Halloween outfits! Unicorn?
Alright, friends - it's time to think about Halloween costumes. I'm going to be a Unicorn. What are you going to be? Also, what could my boyfriend be if I'm going as a unicorn?
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Goal setting because i want new lingerie, damnit! Hbu?
I'm trying some self shaping techniques I'm learning about in my education classes. Basically, set a goal, and set specific tiered rewards. Let's give it a try, because I want to buy some fun lingerie. Self-Shaping #2: Logging Everything Goal: To log all intake before the day is over for ten days in a row, and to weigh in…
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Small, Medium or Large...frame size?
Hello everyone; there's a question that I've been stewing on and just can't figure out. Estimates about ideal weights for each height are greatly impacted by said person's "frame size". How is this determined?! I guess part of me thinks that frame size is determined by weight, not the other way around? Anyway. I'm pretty…
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Macros, Calories, and Energy..help!
Alright. I'm trying to keep my calories low, between 1300-1900 depending on workouts and also work schedule so I have enough energy to get through the day. I'm also trying to have macros of 40% carbs, 30% fat, 30% protein. I have no problems meeting my protein goals, which is my priority, but my fat is always low and my…
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The Boys side of the gym!
Currently, I'm doing NROL for women. I just recently restarted the first phase. After getting halfway through phase two, school started, and suddenly I had access to a complete gym. So, I've been lifting there since last monday. So far, I've been ignored for the most part. A few curious looks, but mostly just ignored. That…
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What's your favorite Cheesecake Factory dinner?
Let's hear it! What's your favorite?
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How does running affect body shape?
Hello MFP - I'm one of those self-proclaimed "non runners"; my body isn't built for running. However, I've begun to try and think differently. Maybe my body isn't built for running because I never run. I suffer from thunder thys and am wondering what experience others have with running, be they runners for life or just new…
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Increasing weight fears! >_<
I've just finished up stage 1 and have repeated a few workouts so that when I get back from an international trip in a few weeks, I can start with stage 2. I've noticed that a lot of people are bumping up weights much quicker and higher than I am! I feel apprehensive about making the weights too much since I'm at a home…
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To protein shake, or not to protein shake?
Alright - I'm already over my cals today because of some poor eating choices earlier today. After dinner, I've lifted weights and done yoga. My protein is low for the day. My goal is to lose fat and gain muscle. Do I have the protein and go over cals or skip it and keep the cals in check?
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Weight Lifting - Knee Problems
Hey MFP- I've been doing NROL for women and am almost done with stage one - LOVING it. It's great! Only one thing...my knees are starting to hurt. Should I... -Stop lifting so heavy? This would make me sad. :( -Wrap my knees or get some kinds of braces? This would be ideal, but I'm not sure if it will actually help. Help!
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MACRO question: fat vs carbs? Also, NROL
Alright. I'm starting out with NROL for women, and I'm starting to think hard about my macros and do 40% carbs, 30% fat, and 30% protein. Now...Obviously in an ideal world it would be perfect in every category, but I'm focusing on my protein. Is it better to g over on fat or on carbs? Or at least, what are the metabolic…
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Alright - what should I eat?
You can check out my diary for today - it's day one of trying to do 30% protein at 1900 calories. Unfortunately my other days aren't accurate so please only look at today. Looking for suggestions on what to eat! :)
