Advice on preventing weight gain and fitting in exercise when your life is spinning out of control.
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posted by Fairchild
on Sep 12, 2012 -
30 answers
What is the mechanism by which calories gained from eating unnatural foods, i.e. foods full of chemicals and preservatives, changes a person's appetite or metabolism, leading to weight gain?
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posted by davisnot
on Jun 11, 2012 -
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Why am I continuing to lose weight when I've been increasing my caloric intake, and haven't changed my exercise habits at all.
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posted by trogdole
on Jun 10, 2012 -
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I have about a month to lose 5-10 lbs for an upcoming wedding that requires me to wear a dress that does not fit and cannot be altered. Normally I'd cut back on calories and just go running a lot, but I've been rendered unable to run or elliptical or bike due to an Achilles injury that I don't want to worsen. What dietary things and other workout things can I do during this time to ensure weight loss? In my twenties, no health problems, no dietary restrictions, reeeally need to fit into this god forsaken dress.
posted by blackcatcuriouser
on May 2, 2012 -
42 answers
Is there an iPhone App that tracks ALL of the following aspects of health: Blood pressure, weight, Type II diabetes, exercise routines and calories (aka food consumption)? There's plenty of apps that track 2 or 3 of these things, but is there one that tracks ALL of them?
posted by Brandon Blatcher
on Apr 23, 2012 -
3 answers
Help me design a strength-training workout with this Technogym equipment.
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posted by jayder
on Apr 21, 2012 -
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I think I'm finally done with dieting and obsessing about the scale. But I do want to develop healthier habits, and I am very goal-oriented. What are good ways to do that without obsessing over the scale?
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posted by the essence of class and fanciness
on Apr 12, 2012 -
46 answers
I have trouble breaking through my mental block on the path to weight loss. How do I mentally adjust myself towards an exercise regime and stick to it? Special self-loathing snowflake details inside.
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posted by Ashen
on Jan 13, 2012 -
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Please help me in my goal, which is to gain weight in a healthy way, and to do so as cheaply as possible.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 2, 2012 -
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A good friend is attempting to do a fasting/exercise regime where her main goal is to lose 1-2 pounds per day for at least 2 weeks by not eating anything and doing a lot of cardio everyday. I have personally (and constantly) argued against this as it is clearly unhealthy but she seems to be set on doing this. What can I do or recommend so that she doesn't cause serious damage to her body?
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posted by CreativeUsername
on Aug 9, 2011 -
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I understand that losing weight and getting fit comes down to exercising and ingesting less calories, yet I still have difficulty accepting that there are no tricks.
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posted by The Dutchman
on Jul 19, 2011 -
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If you've lost a considerable amount of weight, and kept it off for more than five years, I have a question for you: How do you feel?
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posted by lore
on Jul 5, 2011 -
23 answers
I'm looking for personal trainer & weight loss coach recommendations in the Seattle area. Help me, please!
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posted by azuresunday
on Apr 30, 2011 -
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I am not even pregnant yet, and I feel like my husband is already concerned about the state of my body after pregnancy.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2011 -
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How much do "micro intervals" help with strength training? What can I do to maximize my limited time to lift weights?
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posted by lettuchi
on Apr 7, 2011 -
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I started exercising and eating less, and I'm gaining weight. I highly doubt I'm building muscle. Is this going to stop eventually?
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posted by timory
on Feb 17, 2011 -
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I'm going to make 2011 the year I keep my New Year's resolution to lose weight. Can you help me figure out a realistic target/loss rate?
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posted by edbyford
on Dec 22, 2010 -
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Asking for a friend: I'm participating in a workplace version of "The Biggest Loser." What are some good ways for me to jump start my weight loss for the first check-in AND also see the greatest results in the 2-month contest period?
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posted by karizma
on Nov 29, 2010 -
12 answers
What exercise should I add to my daily workout which will show visible results to my stomach?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 14, 2010 -
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I've gained some muscle...and lots of fat. I need some help with losing the extra fat, keeping the muscle I have gained, and dealing with feeling lots heavier.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 11, 2010 -
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Can you help me diet while remaining extra-active? I lost lots of weight with mild exercise but now that I've stepped things up, I'm stuck...
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 29, 2010 -
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I've got a problem fitting in working, exercising and sleeping. Some activities are in the evening, and I eat after, then I can't sleep.
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posted by Not Supplied
on Jul 8, 2010 -
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I've been fairly successful with my diet/exercise plan since mid March, but I know I could be doing better. Tips?
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posted by TravellingCari
on May 2, 2010 -
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Please recommend a reliable and accessible book/website/other source of information about diet and exercise and the process of losing weight. Bonus points for information that is tailored for women. Please note: I just want facts, not an exhortation to follow this diet or that diet.
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posted by Ziggy500
on Mar 11, 2010 -
7 answers
What are some great little diet and exercise tips and tricks to push weight loss and fitness progress over the edge? Not looking for a whole plan, just your favorite "diet hacks."
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posted by joshrholloway
on Feb 25, 2010 -
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I'm want to cut back on my weight training, but I'm not sure how best to do it. Is there a good once-a-week casual approach to weight lifting?
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posted by croutonsupafreak
on Dec 29, 2009 -
17 answers
How often should I lift weights? and when I do, how much weight should I lift to achieve my goals?
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posted by miraimatt
on Dec 1, 2009 -
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I am a 35 year old female who has all of a sudden developed a potbelly. What to do? I have no experience with dieting and little with exercise.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 19, 2009 -
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I have three days a week and approx. 1 hour 15min. I am about 30 lbs over weight but eating healthy. I know I need to do cardio and I like weights. Anybody have a workout plan that they can suggest for 3 times a week? (I hope to go 4 eventually but this is the time I have). The only exercises I cannot do are military presses do to a rotator cuff issue. So with this limited time and stretching thrown in, what is your advice/opinon? Feel free to share with me your workout program. I am in okay shape but still in the walking stages of cardio. I am rather strong but am not looking to get more muscular....rather to get lean, if possible. I would hire a trainer but cannot afford it at this time.
posted by snap_dragon
on Oct 27, 2008 -
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Have you, or anyone you know personally, every lost more than 20kg in weight – and kept it off for five years or longer? And what was your / their key to long term maintenance of the new healthy weight?
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posted by t0astie
on Oct 6, 2008 -
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FitnessFilter: Can you recommend resources for exercises that can be done by someone sitting at/near a desk in their home while they play computer games?
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posted by Elminster24
on Oct 6, 2008 -
18 answers
I have been trying, off-and-on, to lose five to ten pounds, or at least decrease my bodyfat percentage, but I've had no luck. I'm not overweight, but I would like to get back to the body weight I had ten years ago.
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posted by freshwater_pr0n
on Oct 4, 2008 -
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Abs Diet vs. Hacker's Diet: what's the truth? I'm having a hard time figuring out how to lose weight because both claim to be "common sense" approaches (and they make sense upon reading), but they contradict greatly on large aspects. Also, a question about protein powders...
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posted by Zeker
on Aug 4, 2008 -
36 answers
