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| Weight Loss | lose more weight? I don't want to = ( | Mar 05 2009 21:50 (UTC) |
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26 minutes means that no one is going to answer?
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| Fitness | MEN, 18+, 5'10-6'2, WHAT IS an IDEAL WEIGHT OR WHAT IS GOOD WEIGHT? NEED SOME HELP FROM ANYONE WHO KNOWS THE IDEAL WEIGHT! | Mar 05 2009 20:47 (UTC) |
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I'm 20, 6'3" and weigh 220 lbs. My BF% is 19% (I just got underwater tested)....I was down to 203 at one point and I still really wasn't happy.
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| The Lounge | spirochete to cyclists: I HATE YOU. I hate you so much and I hate your next 15 generations | Jul 24 2008 22:01 (UTC) |
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| I now have 4 bike friends that have all gotten tickets >$200 for "rolling" through stop signs. I just wanted to put that out there to possibly make some of you shut your trap. Not all cyclists are perfect all of the time, some get penalized--no different than cars. There's a game called bloody knuckles--if you're familiar with it, then it would describe this thread. We consistently take turns punching eachother knuckles-to-knuckles, to the point of blood, but it's just so much fun, you continue despite the pain. |
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| Fitness | Bicycling and my butt....probably a weird question. | Jul 21 2008 17:39 (UTC) |
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| The wider, squishier, and comfier the seat looks, the less comfortable it's actually going to be in the long run. | |||
| Young Calorie Counters | College Frat Guy | Jul 14 2008 22:35 (UTC) |
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| Dave Same situation. I didn't give up drinking, I either drink light beer or Captain Morgans with Diet Pepsi (I'm 6'3; 220) so it takes a few to get me there too. I stuck in hard during the week, and after a night of drinking, the next day I forced myself to work out, almost no exceptions. Typically I try to burn as much as I drank--it seems logical to me and is a much better alternative than losing out on college life. I'm going to live in Italy for 4 months = carbs and wine and a lack of a real gym. I'll let you know how that works out. Good luck--love the "girls" as extra calories; never thought about it, but so true. |
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| Fitness | Join in the fun; The Calorie-Count Cycling Club... | Jul 14 2008 22:26 (UTC) |
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| Well, the ride was actually 202 miles, 11:03 on the bike averaging roughly 18.4 mph. I didn't put my HRM on, but I project that I burned well over 12,000 calories. It was also hot, my computer said 103 degrees at one point; but all-in-all, it was a great experience! Keep on riding! |
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| The Lounge | spirochete to cyclists: I HATE YOU. I hate you so much and I hate your next 15 generations | Jul 12 2008 00:06 (UTC) |
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| Well, since riding on sidewalks is illegal. Trails go nowhere. And shoulders are often full of glass/debris, etc. where do you motorists propose we ride? I cycle a couple hundred miles a week. I stay as close to the line or on the line at all times. I stop at stop signs, signal, only ride two abrest when in rural areas. To the idiot that said if they were a cop they would only give citations to cyclists, ha, you're a joke. Try giving citations to all the people that pass cyclists on double yellows--you'll be busy for a while. To the OP; congratulations, you've epitimized why all cycists hate you. As much as you hate cyclists, I hate cars. I honestly don't see how slowing down from 55 mph to 50 mph is going to devestate your life; or heaven forbid, waiting for oncoming traffic to clear. I can genuinely say, that if I had a gun on my bike, I'd have shot out so many rear windows for all of the jacka$$ drivers on the road. So drivers: I'm sorry that I'm in better shape, follow the rules of the road, have a quality called patience, and don't emit greenhouse gases. |
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| Fitness | Join in the fun; The Calorie-Count Cycling Club... | Jul 11 2008 23:54 (UTC) |
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| 205 mile ride tomorrow! I'll update you all when I finish. | |||
| Fitness | Spinning & biking question | Jul 11 2008 23:43 (UTC) |
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| Undoubtedly. trhawley says what I would say as well. I ride clipped in on road bike, mountain bike, and spin bike in the off season. You will notice the efficiency immediately. The way that I explain it to friends is with only using a platform pedal (w/ sneakers) you are only able to push down on the pedal, in essence, only optimizing half of a rotation. While clipped in you push down, but you pull up equally to complete the rotation. For fitness, this creates a more fluid motion and capitalizes on buth your glutes and hamstrings (since you're pushing and pulling). Shoes range from $60 - $300. A mountain bike shoe would work better for spin because the cleat isn't exposed, that way you don't have to walk funny (whereas a road shoe the cleat sticks out). 99% of gyms will have Shimano SPD cleats. |
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| Fitness | man boobs!!!! | Jul 11 2008 23:39 (UTC) |
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| Melkor-- What about flax seed oil in a pill form? Same effect, or is a milled seed better? Thanks |
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| Foods | Low-Calorie Peanut Butter? | Jun 12 2008 03:10 (UTC) |
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I also thought the Better than PB was awful too...let a jar go to waste for sure, and it was pricey. |
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| Fitness | Has anyone done the AIDS ride or other long distance cycling event? | Jun 05 2008 23:23 (UTC) |
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| At 5'4 I would guess between a 50 and 52cm. Make sure to try both and don't be afraid to have them make adjustments. | |||
| Fitness | Has anyone done the AIDS ride or other long distance cycling event? | Jun 05 2008 16:20 (UTC) |
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| I am also an avid cyclist. This is most definitely feasible. Follow one of the online and 'jc343' training suggestions, you'll be amazed at how quickly you can cover some mileage once you start. As far as choosing a bike. Go to your local bike shop (LBS) and test ride some for sizing. If you tell me your height I could also do a rough sizing. If the ride is supported and you don't have to carry your tent/sleeping bag then a road bike is the optimal solution. Depending on your budget, you can get a great aluminum/carbon bike with good components between $800 - $1200. I also have 2 bikes, the full carbon race bike (I love it, I spoiled myself, but I also work at a shop) and a mt. bike. I'm doing a 205 mile in one day ride coming up in July. I rode 180 last week and I'm doing a century (100 miler) on Saturday! Good luck. Biking is infectious. |
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| Fitness | Join in the fun; The Calorie-Count Cycling Club... | May 30 2008 17:56 (UTC) |
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| About Cannondale. That is very disappointing news. They have had deteriorating innovation over the last few years which is why I believe they're having a downfall. I'm happy to say the least that I don't own a Prophet of a System Six... I got in about 180 miles this week on the Specialized Tarmac Pro that I just built up! I love it, the Toupe 143 saddle is taking some getting used to, but I like the bike. Weighs in at 17lbs in a 61cm, pretty epic for me. Now I'm looking at upgrading my hardtail Rockhopper...I'm looking for either a Stumpjumper or a Santa Cruz, the local trails are great, but I'm not sure I can afford to buy one. I'm going to Italy for 4 months in September, so maybe I should wait. |
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| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Mar 20 2008 06:22 (UTC) |
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| 207 today. Not to bad because I wasn't too strict on vacation, so I'm happy! | |||
| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Mar 06 2008 01:15 (UTC) |
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| 205 this week. Won't be weighing in next week because I'll be out of the country! |
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| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Feb 27 2008 18:33 (UTC) |
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| Down to 204 this week, a little suprised after a long weekend of snowshoeing, pizza, and some beer, but I busted it out in the last few days at the gym. Current: 204 |
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| Fitness | Calories Burned in Spin Class | Feb 26 2008 04:03 (UTC) |
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| I burn roughly 1000 calories as well. It's amazing! | |||
| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Feb 20 2008 23:51 (UTC) |
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| Down to 205 today, a loss, so I'll take it! Need to be sub-200 in 15 days was my goal because I'm going to Mexico! |
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| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Feb 14 2008 05:25 (UTC) |
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| Sorry it's so late, I'm a West-coaster, so it's only 9-ish. Last: 209.6 Current: 206.8 Loss This Week: 2.8! As you can see, great week this week, nice to see a 2.8 loss marching towards the sub 200... 3 of my roommates eat 3000-6000 calories a day, they're trying to bulk up and here I am with 1700ish- weekends coming up and you know how that is when you're in college! Always a struggle... Good job all, it's crazy to think that collectively we've lost the weight of a 225 pound person. |
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| Fitness | Athletes blood pressure and resting heart rate, what are your numbers? | Feb 12 2008 05:54 (UTC) |
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| Fitness | Need bike info | Feb 08 2008 23:52 (UTC) |
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| Or check out Craigslist, you can usually get a lot more bike for the money. If you know what you're looking for you can getting an older model frame with better components which is more important than a newer frame say with Sora or Tiagra. |
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| Fitness | Pushups | Feb 08 2008 07:01 (UTC) |
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| I really wouldn't consider pushups a calorie burning exercise. If you're looking for something you can do at home, buy a jumprope to burn cals. | |||
| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Feb 08 2008 06:59 (UTC) |
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| How much do you all eat on an average day? My BMR is allegedly 2500 ish, I have a difficult time feeling acceptable eating that much--especially on the days I don't work out. Maybe it's just the conspiracy I've grown up in, eat less, weigh less, but this sub 200 mark is driving me insane. It's been daunting me since September, I was down to 204, back up to 221 when I started this and now back down to 209. I'm just wondering if I should actually eat 2000+ calories, I've worked out every day this week burning between 600 and 1000 calories according to my HRM. Thanks! Great job all... |
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| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Feb 06 2008 18:49 (UTC) |
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| Busted my bum this week, starting do wonder if I'm getting enough calories or not...I felt like that was superstition, but now I'm starting to question it. Get roughly 2000 a day, sometimes 1700 sometimes more I'm sure. Last: 211 Current: 209.8 Loss: 1.2 I'm very excited to hit the sub-200 mark. Haven't been there in a while, that's for sure. |
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| Fitness | My Parents WON'T Let Me Go To The GYM!!!! | Feb 04 2008 07:33 (UTC) |
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| Without being disrespectful to your family I would find a tactful way to dissent from his wishes. At 20 you should be able to go to a co-ed gym if you so please, you obviously have a good head on your shoulders, you're not wearing scant clothing, I don't see any issues except for your Dad's control. Just my opinion, then again, I don't have a 20 year old daughter, but if I do someday will never restrict her from going to a gym. |
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| Fitness | 200km bike ride training tips??? | Feb 04 2008 07:26 (UTC) |
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| I plan on doing a 204 mile ride in one day coming this summer, for training, I am going to have completed a few Centuries and have prepared to spend at least 10 hours in the saddle. For a 125 mile (205km) ride you're planning on, I would have completed a 70 to 80 mile ride once or twice before attempting a 125. You will burn much more than 4000-5000 calories if you're riding moderrately, so hydrate and refuel. |
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| Fitness | advice on what heart rate monitor i should buy? | Feb 03 2008 21:41 (UTC) |
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| I have a Sunnto T1, it was affordable, counts calories, does the zone training, but unlike Polar, I can wear it for everyday purposes becuase it doesn't look like a HRM. | |||
| Fitness | Not trusting the "eating back your calories" theory | Jan 31 2008 01:42 (UTC) |
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| I never "eat back" all of the caloreis burned from my workout. If I do feel hungrier from the workout I will feel no guilt in having something small before or after the workout, but I don't see the point in eating back 500 calories that I worked off. Never made sense to me and I've lost 30 pounds. |
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| Games & Challenges | New and Improved: MEN: July Fourth Challenge! Check in Here! | Jan 30 2008 16:05 (UTC) |
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| Last: 213 lbs Current: 211.0 lbs Total: 10.0 lbs Yet again, down another even 2.0 pounds despite being sick, skiing was my main exercise this week, didn't expect to lose, but I did. |
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