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You can make the same shake, just don't put seeds or nuts in it.No one ever responded to me about what kind of shake I should/could make with the limitations I posted.
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Tarrant
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** - Things I can't have
So...drink Muscle Milk with crushed ice? And sometimes add Bananas and Spinach for varity?
.....yum.
Muscle milk is actually pretty fucking good, can you do cherrys or rasberries or peaches? i see what you ** above so not sure if those 3 are off limits.** - Things I can't have
So...drink Muscle Milk with crushed ice? And sometimes add Bananas and Spinach for varity?
.....yum.
you can also do yogurt has to be the ultra healthy kind, thickens my shakes up wich i personally like, i dont do it everytime but every now and then to switch things up.
You can also try adding in some extracts of choice, vanilla/peppermint, someone also told me to try sugar-free syrups but i havent.
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There are really only 2 components to weight loss to worry about. What you eat and how much of it.
How much:http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/
Calc your BMR and then apply the following:
That's the standard method. I've used it. Works. It's not very accurate meaning you may lose more or less than predicted. Then you get into "slow metabolism" and plateaus and all that. But it's a good framework for weight loss. Something that I think is equally important if not moreso is what you're eating:
Meat, seafood, eggs: Beef, chicken, shrimp, clams, scallops, tuna, pork, turkey etc etc.
Fats and oils: Olive oil, butter, palm oil, sesame oil
Nuts and seeds: almonds, macadamia, walnuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, pine nuts, pecans etc
Veggies: Artichoke, asparagus, carrots, green beans, onions, peppers, spinach, tomato, sweet potato ... almost anything really
Fruits: Apple, berries, melons, oranges, pears, pineapple, watermelon etc.
*Eat whole foods. Avoid processed, refined, pre-packaged foods. Avoid anything with labels like "low fat" "lite" "low carb" etc. Basically this means get a bunch of broccoli and a chicken breast rather than Stouffers lean chicken n broccoli with whatever goop on it.
How much:http://www.bmi-calculator.net/bmr-calculator/
Calc your BMR and then apply the following:
That's roughly what you need to break even. Take off 500 cals to lose weight. Dont go below 2k cals a day as a rule of thumb. Adjust as needed every couple of weeks depending on what outcome you see.
That's the standard method. I've used it. Works. It's not very accurate meaning you may lose more or less than predicted. Then you get into "slow metabolism" and plateaus and all that. But it's a good framework for weight loss. Something that I think is equally important if not moreso is what you're eating:
Meat, seafood, eggs: Beef, chicken, shrimp, clams, scallops, tuna, pork, turkey etc etc.
Fats and oils: Olive oil, butter, palm oil, sesame oil
Nuts and seeds: almonds, macadamia, walnuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, pine nuts, pecans etc
Veggies: Artichoke, asparagus, carrots, green beans, onions, peppers, spinach, tomato, sweet potato ... almost anything really
Fruits: Apple, berries, melons, oranges, pears, pineapple, watermelon etc.
*Eat whole foods. Avoid processed, refined, pre-packaged foods. Avoid anything with labels like "low fat" "lite" "low carb" etc. Basically this means get a bunch of broccoli and a chicken breast rather than Stouffers lean chicken n broccoli with whatever goop on it.
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Anytime I have to start from a long period of inactivity I do the following for a 12 week cycle. One exercise for each major muscle group (chest, back, shoulders bi/tri etc), light weight, 12 reps per set, 5 sets, skip a day to let yourself recover. This is getting each of your muscles ready to swap to a more dedicated regimen that will follow in the next cycle. This ends up close to a 60-90 minutes workout. If you dont have that much time, cut down on the number of sets. If you have little to no gym history and are a true beginner this link has a nice starting routine. Same basic framework but starts out at one and two sets per muscle group.http://www.muscleandstrength.com/wor...g-routine.html
Trying to stay thin without exercise is like trying to be a good student without doing homework. It can happen, but it really depends on your genetic makeup. You may hate exercise now, but after you get into it for a while it starts to feel good. It's still like homework, but it's like homework for your favorite class. You don't mind doing it and you enjoy the benefits.
In my opinion, the best way for an novice to get into exercise is in some sort of group environment. You have an teacher to provide instruction and guidance, a group dynamic to provide motivation, and a regular workout schedule. If you can commit to exercise you will succeed. Having some sort of exercise classes will make it a lot easier to stay committed. Find a gym that offers a wide range of classes. Classes which work out your core and total body are good. Classes like Zumba, BodyPump, crosstraining, kickboxing, etc will give you a great workout. Just be careful and start out very, very slowly or else you'll injure yourself. Talk to the instructor before class to get advice for what a novice should do. If you have questions about which classes to take, post a link to your gym's classes and we can advise you on which would be best.
Most people use exercise for weight management, but there are so many other health benefits. Even if you never lose a pound, you should be exercising regularly. It keeps your heart and blood healthy, reduces risk for diabetes, fights depression, makes you alert, and gives you more energy. Overweight people, especially, should be exercising since the extra fat is actively causing health issues. Exercise can help to limit the negative effects of the fat.
If nothing else, commit to walking 30 minutes a day. That alone will improve your health. This is a great video which talks about how just walking can make you healthier:23 and 1/2 hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?
In my opinion, the best way for an novice to get into exercise is in some sort of group environment. You have an teacher to provide instruction and guidance, a group dynamic to provide motivation, and a regular workout schedule. If you can commit to exercise you will succeed. Having some sort of exercise classes will make it a lot easier to stay committed. Find a gym that offers a wide range of classes. Classes which work out your core and total body are good. Classes like Zumba, BodyPump, crosstraining, kickboxing, etc will give you a great workout. Just be careful and start out very, very slowly or else you'll injure yourself. Talk to the instructor before class to get advice for what a novice should do. If you have questions about which classes to take, post a link to your gym's classes and we can advise you on which would be best.
Most people use exercise for weight management, but there are so many other health benefits. Even if you never lose a pound, you should be exercising regularly. It keeps your heart and blood healthy, reduces risk for diabetes, fights depression, makes you alert, and gives you more energy. Overweight people, especially, should be exercising since the extra fat is actively causing health issues. Exercise can help to limit the negative effects of the fat.
If nothing else, commit to walking 30 minutes a day. That alone will improve your health. This is a great video which talks about how just walking can make you healthier:23 and 1/2 hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?
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Buy an exercise bike, plant it in front of the tv each day while you watch a 40minute episode of whatever.
The Weight will fly off and the time goes quickly, joining a gym is something you will quit eventually unless you really love it. I find it easier to workout at home and I do it everyday since I always have something to watch!
The Weight will fly off and the time goes quickly, joining a gym is something you will quit eventually unless you really love it. I find it easier to workout at home and I do it everyday since I always have something to watch!
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I had to go to a specialist a few months ago for a knee issue and he told me right now a lot of the medical journals are saying crossfit is causing a lot of injuries.. Just saying... I have no solid facts. Just what he said. Incase anyone is considering crossfit. May want to research it.
I haven't heard that regarding Crossfit. I've heard it online, but not verified in journals or anything. It wouldn't shock me though. Crossfit is getting better lately, I know they are adding endurance type blocks to their programs to make people more well rounded. It's certainly better than nothing, and it's definitely hard.
At least anecdotally, Crossfit is notorious for encouraging people to move too fast with too much weight without good form. A bunch of guys I train BJJ with have screwed up their backs and shoulders to varying degrees by doing Crossfit. There's nothing wrong with the theory, but a lot of the instructors don't have the right background in weightlifting to properly train others.
Some classes are better for beginners than others. You want to start with classes which don't involve impact and allow you to easily control the effort. If you're just starting out, try these classes:
Water Aerobics-- Lightweight aerobic exercises done in the pool. Great for people with weight issues or joint pain.
Spin/Cycle class-- Workout on a stationary bike. An instructor will guide you through various terrain by having you change the bike's resistance and having you stand or sit. It's non-impact and you have full control over the exertion level. Talk to the instructor before class about how to set the bike properly for your body.
BodyPump-- A weightlifting workout which is done aerobically. I think this is the best class for beginner overweight guys. It's basically a weightlifting-type workout with lots of reps. There are no fancy dance moves or special choreography. The moves are slow and structured and repeated many times. You control the effort by how much weight you put on the bar. Use very light weight when starting out. Once you are comfortable with the moves and have good form, then you can increase the weight. You will see good muscle definition improvements. BodyPump is a national program. You can find more about BodyPump, including nearby classes, atlesmills.com
Water Aerobics-- Lightweight aerobic exercises done in the pool. Great for people with weight issues or joint pain.
Spin/Cycle class-- Workout on a stationary bike. An instructor will guide you through various terrain by having you change the bike's resistance and having you stand or sit. It's non-impact and you have full control over the exertion level. Talk to the instructor before class about how to set the bike properly for your body.
BodyPump-- A weightlifting workout which is done aerobically. I think this is the best class for beginner overweight guys. It's basically a weightlifting-type workout with lots of reps. There are no fancy dance moves or special choreography. The moves are slow and structured and repeated many times. You control the effort by how much weight you put on the bar. Use very light weight when starting out. Once you are comfortable with the moves and have good form, then you can increase the weight. You will see good muscle definition improvements. BodyPump is a national program. You can find more about BodyPump, including nearby classes, atlesmills.com
No I'd agree they throw caution to the wind but I don't think they *encourage* injury, as weird as that sounds. If you watch the crossfit games half of those people can't deadlift to save their lives, but they probably know how, and just blow through the reps because it's timed/counted. Just saying.
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Crossfit it great because you wont see people in your average gym even attempting deadlifts, nevermind squats, snatch or power cleans. For that reason alone it's better than any other gym I've been to. In fact I'd have a hard time finding a place that would even let me squat or have the equipment to do it. That's the reason I left my last place and tried crossfit.
Where some fail is when the programing calls for something dumb like 50 cleans for time, and the coaches dont enforce good form. The crossfit affiliate I go to is great, if your form is slipping you'll hear about it, but I also know there are some terrible ones out there. Fortunately I think they are a minority though.
Where some fail is when the programing calls for something dumb like 50 cleans for time, and the coaches dont enforce good form. The crossfit affiliate I go to is great, if your form is slipping you'll hear about it, but I also know there are some terrible ones out there. Fortunately I think they are a minority though.
There are morons doing any type of exercise but crossfit seems to attract a higher number of them. The biggest mistake is putting more emphasis on speed and reps than form.
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I think that's a big part of it. I actually did a crossfit workout once. I wasn't planning on it. My boxing trainer didn't show to the gym and the crossfit guy asked me if I wanted to give it a try. I fucked my shoulder up that day and kind of felt he was pushing a bit much for not knowing everyone's fitness level.. Plus he had us doing some stupid shit like rolling head first.There are morons doing any type of exercise but crossfit seems to attract a higher number of them. The biggest mistake is putting more emphasis on speed and reps than form.
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I personally think anyone looking to lose weight, with a limited schedule should consider the Body for Life workout. It's great and it's a full lifestyle change you can keep with. I would maybe limit carbs through bread tho
Allow me to introduce you to the nectarine: it's a slightly sweeter peach with smooth skin that's easier to pierce with your teeth. It is the god fruit.
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Kashi's protein cereal in clover farms low fat chocolate milk.
Then a cup of siggi's Icelandic Skyr yogurt, nonfat. Total ~350 calories, almost 40g protein, and a ton of fiber from the cereal. Great way to start a day, and no greasy meats to make you feel loagy.
For lunch - nonfat Greek yogurt mixed with sriracha sauce, cilantro, spicy poco de gallo and tuna in a whole wheat wrap - 40g protein 330 calories, will fill you the fuck up and it's delicious if you don't have pussy spice tolerance
Then a cup of siggi's Icelandic Skyr yogurt, nonfat. Total ~350 calories, almost 40g protein, and a ton of fiber from the cereal. Great way to start a day, and no greasy meats to make you feel loagy.
For lunch - nonfat Greek yogurt mixed with sriracha sauce, cilantro, spicy poco de gallo and tuna in a whole wheat wrap - 40g protein 330 calories, will fill you the fuck up and it's delicious if you don't have pussy spice tolerance
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Oh I love those too, but there's still a skin there that has a small chance of fucking with me.