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Anyone Fasting
Hi I'm planning to start the Michael Mosely Fast 800. Anyone else doing it? What are your macros set at?
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Cost of living crippling you? Want ways to help you?
Anyone looking for ways to save money? Especially as the cost of living is forever increasing I found a great site. Checkout Missmoneysaver.net There is even a free ebook you can download
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Recommendations Required
Hi all. New to keto (sort of) tried & failed before. Giving it a go again. Any recommendations on best android keto apps (UK)
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Tracking steps issue - Help!
Does anyone know how to stop MFP from adding the “ Garmin Connect calorie adjustment|” I go into apps, then Steps and select “Don't track step” – it shows selected but then as soon as I come back to it, its recorded steps. Very annoying
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Garmin vivosmart hr+ not syncing
Hi. Just upgraded my vivosmart HR to the HR+ , Connected to MFP I but it's not syncing. Anyone else having this problem? Any suggestions on how to sort this
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Newbie - need some tips (UK)
Hi all. Up until now I've just used sns shakes as & when bit never followed the plan. Have ordered 2 wks of the lifestyle plan & intend to follow it. What kind of meals do you have for the low carb/high protein meals do you all have along with 3 x sns products? When do you have the meal? I'm kinda thinking having it for…
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Polar Beat vs Polar Flow Apps - H7 Heart Rate Monitor
Does anyone use polar Beat / Polar Flow with a Polar H7 Heart Rate Monitor? I am currently using both apps. Polar Beat syncs with Polar Flow and Polar Flow syncs with MFP. But for some reason I am getting a duplicate reading in Polar flow. When I start a workout I start the Beat App. I did Zumba last night and had to…
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Garmin Vivosmart HR user looking for Garmin Connect friends
Hiya, I am awaiting the delivery of my Garmin Vivosmart HR - feel free to add me - "Debsjeav"
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Injured knee, looking for advise
Not sure if this it tge right thread for this. In need of advise 3 weeks ago my knee ached after running, just the normal ache nothing unusual. But then I whacked it off my desk at work and now experiencing excruciating pain when running. So taking a break for a week. I've been taking anti inflammatory tabs, pain killers,…
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New to 16:8 and need help.
Hi all. New to 16:8. Currently I start my day with bulletproof coffee which keeps me through till midday (my window is 12-8) but now I'm concerned, is my BPC breaking my fast? Also would chewing gum break my fast? I have searched the answer to this question on Google but am getting conflicting results. A lot are religion…
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Running: burning sensation in my chest
Quick question: I have recently realised that I don't suffer with leg/feet/joint pains when I run, my problem is a burning sensation in my chest. Does anyone else suffer with this and if so how do you relieve it? I Googled it and it says it could be exercise induced asthma. I would go see my doc but trying to get an…
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To add or not to add exercise calories
do you add In your exercise calories to your daily calorie allowance or not? My daily allowance is 1602 cals I work out up to 5 times a a week and I add my calories to my allowance. I never consume them all but I do dip into my exercise cals and I'm wondering if that is why my weight loss is so slow
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Stats for IIFYM on 16:8 - do they look ok, or should I tweek
Just started IIFYM combined with 16:8 and need advice. I run max of 3 miles 2-3 a week, aqua aerobics once per week and gym session 2-3 times a week. At present my gym sessions are mainly cardio but intend to start introducing weight training in about 3 weeks (post minor procedure on shoulder, unable to lift for few…
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Bulletproof coffee: normally coffee or BPC beans?
I've been drinking BPC for the past few weeks. I use nescafe gold blend. But I'm wondering whether I should be using the proper bulletproof coffee beans to see proper results or is this coffee just a money making gimmick?
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Need advice: exercising with strained hamstring
Sprained my hamstring 2 weeks ago. Silly me, continued with my runninh/gym sessions. Now realised I really do need to rest my leg to let it heal. Going stir crazy already. Need to work out. I can already feel the pounds piling back on. I'm doing light leg exercises advised when seen in a&e, I'm doing cold/heat therapy and…
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Polar A360 Fitness Tracker - Sync with MFP
Hi All Just switched from Polar HR7 to an A360. Have Polar Flow and also Polar Beat all set up on my phone (Android) but need help, does anyone know how to how I i get eihter to sync with MFP - help please
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Help - new garmin vivosmart HR user
hi All got my garmin yesterday. set it up with connect (android) & MFP. used it at a class yesterday and when I checked out the MFP last night it had recorded the following: 1. a weigh in yesterday even though my last weigh in was 2 days prior 2. a weight loss of 3lb, which was totally incorrect 3. 1000+ calorie burn, when…
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Bulletproof coffee -Mct oil vs Brain octane oil
Currently retrying intermittent fasting & I am drinking bulletproof coffee in the morning made with coffee/Mct/milk but Been reading a lot about it recently and getting a lot of mixed messages* Adding milk does this affect the benefits? * Is brain octane better than Mct? * Daily dose States 15ml (1tbls) per day but I've…
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Just popped by to say Hi & looking for slimming world pals
hello all. I've just started Slimming World and am currently tracking on here. have tried all sorts of diets, including just watching what i eat & making healthy choices but still can't shift those unwanted lbs, so giving SW a try. Please add me as a friend if anyone is doing similar.
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Help needed with carbs/protein/fat settings
I am 5ft6" , 183lbs, do 3-5hrs of moderate exercise a week, eat 3 meals a day. IIFYM Calculator and gave the following: BMR - 1419 TDEE - 1952 For fat loss of 20% - 1562 calories per day But I need help with the settings for carbs, protein & fats. My current settings are: 35% protein 45% carb 20% fat Do I need to change…
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UK Low carb substitute suggestions
Hi all New to the group/low carbs. I struggle daily with carb in take and need some suggestions for alternatives for things like rice, pasta, bread, preferably UK items that are easily sourced from shops like Tesco, Morrisons,Asda.
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Post workout pain – remedies required
Looking for advise/remedies to combat post workout pain. I have the usual achy joints following cardio but recently I have been suffering with shin pains, following walking/jogging. I have used arnica oil in the past which has been ok, but looking for something which is more than ok. Whether it be a bath soak, lotion,…
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Help – Barbell & Abs Bench – tips required
Currently my workouts consist mainly of cardio, I need to add weights to the equation. I have had this Barbell & Abs Bench for some time now gathering dust…
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Tried & tested Chiropractic Clinics in Birmingham (UK)
Can anyone recommend at good chiropractic clinic. I have problems with my foot following botched-up bunion removal 3years ago. I now suffer with some degree of pain daily. I am restricted to wearing flat shoes. I have received bog standard insoles from the hospital which do not really help and I can only think this is due…
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Keto newbie - query re macro
Hi all. New to group & ketosis diet. Not started yet but will be shortly. Need advise on what the ideal macro is? Mine is currently 30%carb, 30% fat 40% protein, which I know is incorrect. My daily calorie allowance is 1300 with a deficit of 820
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Help - too many supplements to choose from
I've read about so many different supplements that aid weight loss etc, so many to the extent I'm Totally confused. L cartnitine, CoQ10, CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), magnesium to mention a few. Looking for tried & tested recommendations of any single or combination of supplements that are fat burners, increase…
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Fitness tracker help required
Help. I need a run/walk app for iPhone that syncs with mfp. I currently have mapmyfitness but even though connect it is not syncing & runtastic which is a total battery drainer. All recommendations appreciated.
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Exante - Good or Bad?
Hi All I do Zumba 2-3 times a week and the gym at least twice a week but not really seeing any results which is disappointing for the work that I am putting in. Have decided to try Exante. Just ordered the intermittent fasting bundle as I have tried meal replacements in the past and due to having fussy taste buds have…
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Recording weightloss & measurements
I am contemplating upgrading my scales. I currently have one which uses a USB to transfer the data to my PC. But the new one which measures weight, body fat %, visceral fat scale, skeletal muscle mass, resting metabolic rate and BMI does not have the facility to transfer data. Does any have or know where to get a…
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Aromatherapy for weight loss/toning
I dabble a bit with aromatherapy and have been looking into how I can use it to aid my weight loss & to tone the saggy bits. I've got books & have read up on many sites which give a variety of blends but what I really want is tried & tested blends/mixes. Has anyone used aromatherapy? What blends worked for you?
