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| Fitness | does anyone eat bugs? | Sep 09 2007 23:45 (UTC) |
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| I inhaled a bug through my nose at the 2km mark of a 25km trail race. | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 30 2007 19:28 (UTC) |
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| 2014/2000. Barely made it.
A big thanks to all the timekeepers! |
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| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 24 2007 19:17 (UTC) |
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| 1842/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 22 2007 06:24 (UTC) |
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| 1690/2000 | |||
| Fitness | Amount of Protein in diet, I'm starting to feel skeptical... | Jun 21 2007 22:37 (UTC) |
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| I'm pretty active (I usually work out in some capacity 6 days/week) and I try to consume 135g of protein a day (about 2.2g per kg of bodyweight). I increased my protein after reading up on nutrition for atheletes, and realizing that 0.8g/kg of protein wouldn't be enough to keep up with the strength and endurance demands placed on my body.
Mind you, I had been working out for quite a while, slowly building up in intensity and frequency, before I decided to stray from the perfectly reasonable dietary recommendations for regular people. I had some pretty impressive fat loss and athletic gains eating 0.6 - 1 g of protein per kg. These great results also happened while I was eating up to 1000 calories a day more than you are currently (I am a 5'4 female, currently 135ish lbs). What worries me is that you have all of the sudden started a 6 day/week program, with a huge increase in protein, and an entirely inadequate number of calories. 1300-1400 calories would be sufficient if you were a small, sedentary woman wanting to drop a bit of weight. If you're exercising 6 days a week, you are going to have to fuel your body properly. And that means a lot more carbs, more good fats, and probably about 1000 more calories each day (I assuming that you're a guy because you're referring to a Men's Health publication). The combination of extreme eating and extreme exercising is not going to give you the results you want. |
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| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 21 2007 21:09 (UTC) |
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| 1635/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 21 2007 06:49 (UTC) |
296 |
| 1585/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 19 2007 06:04 (UTC) |
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| 1465/2000
Thank you again to all the timekeepers! |
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| Fitness | Curves | Jun 18 2007 18:53 (UTC) |
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| I think that Curves is good for women who don't exercise at all, and who are too intimidated to even consider a gym. Some women find the structure and camraderie helpful and motivating, but keep in mind that it's a very basic one-size-fits-all workout that is pretty light on cardio, and won't really challenge you once your fitness reaches a certain level. Like bodyscience, I would suggest having a look at some of the gyms in your area before signing up with Curves. You'll probably find that there are a lot more normal people (and a lot fewer swimsuit models) than you think. There are also a lot of women only gyms as well, which you may find less intimidating. If you're afraid that you won't know what to do, there will undoubtedly be trainers available who will show you how to do the various exercises properly, and will help design a program for your particular needs. And there will be endless options for changing your program as you progress, so you don't get bored and so your body stays challenged. You'll probably have the option of trying out group fitness/yoga/kickboxing/bellydancing as well. And because they're hours of operation tend to be longer, you'll be more able to stick with your program when life gets hectic. Mind you, working out at Curves is infinitely better than not working out at all. Whatever gets you moving is a good thing. |
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| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 18 2007 01:07 (UTC) |
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| 1295/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 15 2007 22:12 (UTC) |
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| 1150/2000 | |||
| Fitness | I ran today!!! but then... | Jun 13 2007 22:08 (UTC) |
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| If something starts hurting, don't run through the pain. Deal with your little problems as they crop up, and they won't turn into chronic conditions. Find a good physiotherapist. | |||
| Weight Loss | I am THIS close to giving up! | Jun 13 2007 07:19 (UTC) |
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| Spend a few minutes listing all the other (non-weight) positive benefits you've gained from all that healthy living. Do you feel more energized? Are you sleeping better? Is your workout any easier than it was two weeks ago? You may not be any skinnier than you were a couple of weeks ago, but you are stronger, healthier, faster, and a fitter. You may think that it won't make a difference if you revert to your old ways, but do you really want to be sicker, slower and weaker?
Keep it up, and give yourself some more time to lose weight. If the needle doesn't move, then consider upping the workout intensity and altering the food a bit. But just make sure that you concentrate on all the other great results you're getting that aren't related to the scale. |
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| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 13 2007 07:04 (UTC) |
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| 1030/2000 Halfway there.
A big thanks to all the timekeepers! |
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| Fitness | the science behind building muscle | Jun 12 2007 22:09 (UTC) |
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| I'm a runner and weight trainer (I try to do each 3 times a week), and every hard core runner I've met -- from 10k runners to off-road ultramarathoners -- strength trains. They do it to be stronger runners, and to correct muscle imbalances (and ergo to prevent injury). Plus, there are a lot of benefits from strength training that you won't get from running (ex. increasing density in non-leg bones). In fact, I haven't come across any contemporary book or magazine article that recommends that runners don't strength train (quite the opposite, in fact). A local physiotherapist/runner put together some sport-specific workout DVDs, including a couple for runners. Everyone in my trail running group got one, and they're pretty effective. Check out the website; there are previews of both the Level 1 and 2 DVDs which would give you an idea of some short (1/2 hour) strength training workouts that a number of runners have had success with. |
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| Weight Loss | scary statistic | Jun 12 2007 06:36 (UTC) |
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| Not all research is on people who gain the weight back. The National Weight Loss Registry surveyed around 800 people who had lost a considerable amount of weight (I think that it was at least 30 lbs) and kept it off for at least 5 years. Almost all of them said that that their secret was daily activity and portion control. No pills, no eliminating food groups, no expensive vitamin shots in the butt, no magic juices or "cleanses". I'm sure that a lot of them didn't lose the weight as quickly as people did with all the fad diets and infomercial miracles, but they're the ones who've made it work for the long haul. Keep your eye on where you want to go, not on where you're afraid you'll fall. It's tempting to look at the number of people who gain the weight back and think, "If they all gained it back, why won't I? What hope do I have?". Instead, look at the people who have had real long-term success, and ask yourself, "They've kept it off because they move their bodies and eat sensibly. Is there any reason I can't as well?" (answer: of course there isn't). |
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| Fitness | Pouch Blaster... | Jun 12 2007 06:06 (UTC) |
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| Hundreds of crunches won't target your belly fat because you can't spot reduce. Make sure that you're doing some moderately intense cardio at least three times a week, and strength training your entire body at least twice a week. And, of course, you have to keep tabs on your calorie intake. Unfortunately, you can't dictate where on your body the fat is going to disappear from first. In my case, the abdomin was the first place I gained the weight, and the last place to lose it. | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 12 2007 05:58 (UTC) |
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| 965/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 12 2007 01:17 (UTC) |
639 |
| 845/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 10 2007 22:03 (UTC) |
692 |
| 765/2000 | |||
| Weight Loss | lost 30kgs and cant move any more | Jun 10 2007 21:31 (UTC) |
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| You've done really well so far (give yourself a big pat on the back). A 30kg/66lb loss is a huge accomplishment.
Add some strength training to your workout. Also, for one or two cardio sessions a week, instead of an hour of steady speed, do a shorter session (20-30 minutes) of intervals (a minute or so of all-out wind-sucking speed, then a couple of minutes of recovery at a slower speed, repeat). Consider booking an appointment with a personal trainer to design a cardio/strength training program, and to make sure you're using proper form with the weights. Good luck. (PS 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds) |
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| Fitness | New Balance vs Ascis | Jun 09 2007 22:35 (UTC) |
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| Go to a specialty running store, and have an expert help you find the right shoe for your foot. There isn't a "best" brand out there; but there will be shoes that are the best for your particular biomechanics, even though they may not work for other people. | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 09 2007 22:30 (UTC) |
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| 690/2000 | |||
| Weight Loss | Who can't wait for the day they don't have to push the weight over the150 point? | Jun 08 2007 18:21 (UTC) |
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| I had that day a few months ago, and it was glorious! | |||
| Fitness | Weight Lifting Question... | Jun 08 2007 18:19 (UTC) |
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| I change my workouts at least every 6 weeks, and I'll do total body, push/pull, upper/lower, big/little, compound/single joint, (as super-sets, circuits, trisets) or whatever else strikes my fancy. Each approach has its benefits, and how you structure a specific workout has a lot to do with what your goals and constraints are at the time. I think that you just have to make sure that over the course of a week or so, you end up working your whole body in a safe manner. I also think that you should mix it up so that your body doesn't get a chance to adapt to what you're throwing at it, and also so that you don't get bored with your workouts. Find a system, work it for a month or so, then change what you're doing. You'll discover what your own preferences are, and your workouts will be more effective. | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 08 2007 17:51 (UTC) |
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| 630/2000 | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 07 2007 06:46 (UTC) |
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| 510/2000 | |||
| Motivation | looking for motivation, support can offer the same back | Jun 06 2007 06:55 (UTC) |
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| I don't know about eliminating sugar and flour. From what I understand, a lot people who try to eliminate entire food groups tend to do OK for a few days, then their willpower cracks and they binge outrageously, hate themselves, eat out of misery and guilt, and then start the cycle again. I think that you need to find a way of fitting the foods that you love in a healthy diet. I found that I could pre-empt a lot of my sugar cravings by eating a lot of fruit before the cravings hit. Upping my protein also seemed to lessen my sweet tooth. I still indulge in treats, but I'll add a cup of blueberries to a small bowl of ice cream, or only eat chocolate once in a while, but make it a really nice bar of Belgian chocolate, and sit down and really savour every bite. In my case, I found that after the first month of eating reasonably, my junk food cravings stopped. I think that exercise is crucial. Not only will you be able to eat a bit more, but your body will develop a great shape and tone, instead of just shrinking. Exercise will also elevate with your mood, help you sleep, and reduce stress. (And fight disease, strengthen your bones, lungs and heart, etc etc etc). You're sensible to not want to overdo it in the beginning. Consider adding a bit more walking to your day (I'm a big fan of the pedometer/10000 step program for beginners). Or pay for a one-time consultation with a personal trainer to help map out an appropriately paced three-month exercise plan. Or pick one or two beginner level exercise classes at the gym, and make a point of going every week, and give yourself permission to only do one or two hours a week for the first 3 or 4 months. Good luck, and remember that you're stronger than you believe you are. [I'm 37, mother of a 6 year old and a 3 1/2 year old, and it took me 2 tries to quit smoking (the last and final time was over 5 years ago). At 5'4, I was 186 lbs in January 2004; 162lbs last September; 134 lbs right now. It can be done.] |
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| Motivation | Please help. i'm so fet up with trying. | Jun 06 2007 06:28 (UTC) |
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| You don't need to do 150 sit-ups. Do 2-3 sets of 15-20 (slow and with impeccable form), and do squats and some push-ups as well. Do one minute of jumping jacks in between sets. Sit-ups won't give you a flat stomach; they will strengthen the abdominal muscle, but won't burn the fat specifically off your midsection (you may end up with a very well-insulated 6-pack). To lose the fat, do cardio and strength train your entire body. If you're short on time, do exercises that incorporate a lot of muscles (ie squats and push-ups), and stoke the metabolic fire with intense cardio intervals. It's no substitute for a longer workout, but if you've only got a few minutes to exercise, you want those minutes to be as effective as possible. | |||
| Games & Challenges | Roll-Call June Exercise Challenge | Jun 06 2007 06:15 (UTC) |
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