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Weights? Reps or Heavy?
Im confused...basically I need to lose weight and tone up...(Lose a lot of weight) should I be lifting heavy weights? Or should I do more reps with light weights?
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Leslie Sansone's -walk away the pounds?
One of my friends got Leslie Sansone's dvd's a while back and has since lost weight and is super healthy! Was just wondering...is it just walking that she does in the dvd's? Ive never seen it...so am not sure....how many miles of walking is it? Ive just started walking (2 days ago) outside...and hoping for similar results?…
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30DS -basic questions
I have read soo many threads and success stories that mention the 30DS. Just wanted to know -how does it work? People mention many different levels? Is it all in one DVD? Do you do the same workout everyday? Just wanted to get a sense as to what it involved. Also- do you require anything apart from weights for the workout?…
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Paleo questions
For thos that follow the paleo way of eating....do you tend to go over your fat content? I tried to do my first day today. It wasnt the best day...since I have just started, but I did go over my fat content.
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iphone apps
Apart from MFP ..do you have any other iphone apps that you really like that help with either your workouts or nutrition. I have Jillian Michaels Slim down which I like for its circuit training excercises and also the daily tip! I also have the 8 minute Abs which are pretty good excercises for the abs. What are your fav…
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Elliptical not doing it for me!
I typically do the elliptical for about 35-40 mins....keep my heart rate elevated (HRM says 75% ) and after that I do some strength training excercises. Some days I take a Zumba class in the evenings as well. But I almost feel like my thighs have increased after doing the elliptical!! They seem firm but larger! I just…
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Increasing calorie intake -scared
I wasnt eating Net 1200 calories, so ive decided to up my caloric intake...but am so scared! Am thinking of giving it a try for 2 weeks? But what if i gain something like 5 pounds and cant take them off! I havent been able to lose weight in a loong time...prob 1 year now! But just started MFP about a week ago...I did a…
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When are your rest days?
I usually work out 5-6 days a week ..with one day of rest... During the 5-6 days I usually do my elliptical, strength training (with weights, ab workout, arm excercises) and some days Zumba..dont have a set schedule, just do as I can. What are your rest days? Should I rest more/less? Just trying to see what others do?
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Can someone look at my diary plz?
Hi...Since im relatively new to this...can someone plz look at my diary and see if it looks ok? Also, I am still a little confused about net calories...what number should they be at? What am I aiming for over there? For excercise..I have a HRM so I am pretty accurate there. And I do a mixture of strength training/Cardio…
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Best post workout snack?
Any suggestions for a quick post workout snack? I am new to this ..but it seems like protein is the best thing to eat post workout? I do quite a bit of strength training and cardio...but typically just eat a yogurt when im back from the gym. Are there better alternates to this? Thanks!
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Thighs bigger?
Even with lots of excercise I just seem to be increasing my thigh size! What could be going on? I havent measured, but will start doing so today. But my jeans/pants all are tighter from the thighs. I have had no weight loss, but I figured with excercises my thighs at least wouldnt have increased? I usually do cardio…
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Going over on sugar on MFP
I usually get a limit of 33-35 gm of sugar on my MFP (the days I excercise) and the day that i dont my limit is 24 or so...but im noticing i can easily go over that limit. ..just with some fruit and cereal or hot cocoa.... do you all go over easily? and should i worry a lot since fruits are mainly natural sugars? Just…
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New and need some guidance..
Hi...I am relatively new to MFP....and have read lots of threads of very useful information!! I am trying to lose the weight that hasnt gone down in 2 years now...infact it has gone up by 14 pounds! I was initally diagnosed with a thyroid condition, but after being on meds for a year it is now in control. Some of my…
