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Lifting for Fat Loss?
I am a cardio junkie. It's a problem. But I continue to read stories of people who did zero cardio and reached their weight (and fat) loss goals. And I understand the science behind why this works - no need to explain that. So I'm transitioning to lifting more and doing much less cardio. I'm 5'7" and have about 20-25lbs to…
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Some of these friend requests...
I guess this is more for the ladies but I'm curious about what guys have to say too. What do you do about the friend requests you get from the guys with one shirtless picture, no profile info filled out and only pretty female friends? I usually decline them but is that rude? I mean, it's pretty obviously what those dudes…
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Favorite Meal Prep Idea?
I'm usually only successful if I prep all my lunches for the week. If I don't, I get very easily lured into my cafe at work and make bad decisions. My go-to is turkey meatloaf or BBQ chicken tenderloins. I'm thinking about doing turkey meatballs this week. What is your go-to for meal prep? Love hearing new ideas! Yes, I do…
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Free Weights vs. Machines?
I'm a cardio junkie but I'm coming to the realization that I need to start lifting to achieve the body I want. I found a circuit routine(?) with free weights that looks interesting to me (includes things like reverse lunge w/ overhead press, dumbbell swing, deadlift w/ front row, etc.) Is there a big difference in doing…
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Eating Back Step Calories
Should I be eating the calories from my steps back? I rack up steps throughout the day just from walking around at work. Seems like that should be part of my regular activity level, not calories I can eat back from exercise. Just FYI - I'm currently trying to eat about half of my "real" exercise calories back to keep a…
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Logging while at a party?
So, I'll be at a bridal shower this weekend and I do plan to eat some things while there. In moderation of course, but if I plan to have small amounts of several things... what are some suggestions for how to log this? You know how it goes at these things, random snacks and sweets so I won't be able to log accurately. Just…
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Running Apps?
About to start up running regularly outside now that it's finally cool off down here in the South. I'd like an app to track my pace and map out my run - there are way too many these days. Doesn't really matter if it syncs to MFP. Any suggestions on apps that are simple (easy to use) but pretty accurate?
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Caffeine, I Miss You
So, I gave up my several cups of coffee a day habit two months ago... but I'm having a hard time kicking caffeine all together. Not sure if it's just a mental thing but I still "need" my tea in the morning and sometimes another tea later in the day. I know that caffeine isn't "bad" but I'd love to hear some suggestions for…
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Eating Back Exercise Calories?
Forgive me if this has been posted about before - which I'm sure it has. BUT, I'm trying to figure out how many exercise calories I should eat back, if any? I'm 5'7", 160lbs roughly. MFP set my calorie goal to 1,380 (-1 lb/wk) and I burn about 500+ calories daily working out. My goal is to lose about 15-20lbs and tone up a…
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Measuring/Weighing Food Help
I've always been aware of general portions when tracking my foods but not to the point of actually weighing or measuring them out. I know this is a pretty big deal as far as accuracy goes. Any suggestions on how to make this easier? For example, things that are not super convenient to measure like peanut butter or cream…
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Anyone doing/done DietBet??
Just curious if anyone has tried DietBet before? Did you like it?? Did you lose more than you thought you would? I've been thinking about doing one after a girl I work with won $160 and lost 10lbs in a month. :) Google it if you're not familiar. It seems pretty cool!
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Not New BUT Needing Friends!
Hey everyone! I've been here several times and it really does work BUT I usually fall off the bandwagon after a few weeks. I think having some friends on here would be awesome to help keep each other accountable and motivated! Please feel free to add me!! :)
