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Blondeblondy
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 15:04
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calories in? calories out? REALLY??...
Okay so I have checked several calorie counter suggestions and most of them say that for my weight of 127lbs and a height of 5'6 that I have to eat under 1500 cals to loose weight..
My caloric intake daily is under 1000 cals, I have a physically demanding job and I work so much I eat small meals all day I dont have time to sit down and eat a massive plate of food..
How is it that I am not melting away into nothing??
I probably burn 2000 cals more than I eat, adding that I also get a 1/ hr of treadmill time before bed. Grrr!
If these charts are accurate that I need to eat at least 1800 cals to maintain my weight... I should be loosing a lot of weight weekly. My weight hasnt changed.
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donnasim
Baton Rouge LA
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 20:04
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jjswbs2
Pittsburgh PA
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 22:04
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watch the calorie deficit...
Use the "My Progress" page to watch your daily calorie deficit. Never have a daily deficit larger than 800 calories and don't have a deficit greater than 500 calories for more than 7 straight days. If you are correct that your daily deficit is consistently greater than 2000 calories then your metabolism and hormone balance would be preventing you from burning any more fat. At that calorie deficit your hormones will cause your body to preserve every bit of fat to help you survive the famine it assumes you must be suffering.
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TimeToFly
NU
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 23:04
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Are you sure?
Are you sure you're tracking your meals and all snacks correctly? You should not be gaining wait if you are truly consuming under 1000 calories per day. You may want to have your thyroid checked. Make sure you are hydrated and drinking plenty of water too.
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TimeToFly
NU
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Sun, Apr 29, 2012 23:04
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Are you sure?
Are you sure you're tracking your meals and all snacks correctly? You should not be gaining wait if you are truly consuming under 1000 calories per day. You may want to have your thyroid checked. Make sure you are hydrated and drinking plenty of water too.
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8191
CT
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Mon, Apr 30, 2012 06:04
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Are you eating the right things????
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LotsaLbs2Lose
NC
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Mon, Apr 30, 2012 08:04
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Only you can know for sure...
That must be very frustrating! Maybe your body is telling you it needs a different type of workout-to shake it up? Doesn't sound like the eating is the problem, maybe just walking isn't intense enough? I haven't had the same issue, but am just thinking 127 at your height sounds like you are doing ok, but that is b/c every person is different, what works for some doesn't work for others.
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rmatt06
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Mon, Apr 30, 2012 09:04
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What are you eating?
Join my fit and active fitness groups. We talk about things all the time.
8 Tips to Lose Fat Fast
Are you looking to trim fat, lose love handles, and flatten your belly? I hear a lot about dieting and cutting back calories to lose weight, but I don't just want to lose weight, I also want to lose fat and fast!
In a nut shell, without exercising, much of the weight you lose will be muscle, not fat, and your metabolism will slow. To lose fat, you’ll need to add more exercise to your weight loss program. Try increasing your workout routine to at least 3 days per week for 1 hour each day. Aim to get your heart rate into that cardio fat burning zone of 60% - 70% of your maximum heart rate (max heart rate = 220 - your age) for at least 30 minutes each workout and do a variety of strength training exercises for at least 20 minutes.
Develop a healthy diet plan with fewer calories than your current daily intake. Then, increase the calorie deficit by burning more calories with both cardio and strength training and you will begin to see the fat melt away.
1. Strength Training. Lean muscle helps burns more fat in both your active and rest states. To gain more muscle, you must strength train regularly. Lifting heavier weights at lower reps will burn more calories and elevate your metabolism. Don't worry ladies, strength training will not make you bulky, you need testosterone for that.
2. Cardio Training. Work up a sweat. Find an activity you can do for an extended period of time. Run, walk, cycle and spin your way to less fat. Try to go for 45 minutes to 1 hour with at least 30 minutes in the fat burning heart rate zone.
3. Circuit Training. An excellent way to burn fat is to circuit train. Perform a variety of strength exercises in a progressive sequence. To further increase fat burning, keep your heart rate up by moving quickly, or jogging, between exercises.
4. Know Calories Burned. Make the most out of your workout. Use a calories burned calculator to learn how many calories each exercise burns. Popular cardio machines also include a fat burning setting to ensure you’re working at a speed and intensity to target fat.
5. Know Your Daily Calorie Intake. So, how much exercise do you need to perform? A calorie calculator will establish your daily intake for weight maintenance. Eat fewer (but not too few) calories and burn a lot more with exercise to create an energy deficit.
6. Track Calories and Nutrients. Design a plan and stick to it. Stay within your calorie and nutrient target ranges. Utilize a calorie calculator to track the foods and beverages you consume each day. Knowledge of the foods you eat will help you make better choices.
7. Eat Smaller, More Frequent Meals. Distribute food energy into 6 small meals per day. Eat 3 balanced, portion-controlled meals with 3 smaller snacks as needed. You’ll feel more satiated, have more energy for workouts, and keep your metabolism revving.
8. The Right Stuff. What you eat is as important as how much you eat. A fat burning diet should be low in added sugar, lower fat, and higher in protein. Eat lean meats, low-fat dairy products, fruits, non-starchy vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid added sugars and processed foods.
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8191
CT
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Tue, May 1, 2012 06:05
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