Recent content by julesW

Ok, confused. 1-1.2 X body weight = cal. Can you explain more. Because I multiplied 1.2 X 132 and got 158.4. I have in the past and used that formula to get the grams of protein to consume throughout the day, but I also had my carbs = protein intake (like body for life).

Tomorrow is my first leg day. I will try to do less reps and more weight. Everyone says 1800 calories is alot (I didn't think it was that much). What should they be at? As far as my running, I run 3-4 miles at a time, but I have to because of the Army. I will try doing sprints instead, I...

This is a sample of my diet on fitday.com Total: 1839 Fat: 51 463 26% Sat: 22 194 11% Poly: 6 57 3% Mono: 19 171 10% Carbs: 164 597 34% Fiber: 15 0 0% Protein: 179 716 40% My body fat is estimated to be at 22%. I'm in the army and that is...

I have been weight training and have gotten the results I've wanted in my upper body, easily. The problem I have is that I work out my legs the hardest and see the least results. I no longer lift calves (busted a zipper on my boots), I run 12 - 15 miles a week and do 5 days of 30 - 40 minutes...

I changed my meal replacement and detour bar with cottage cheese and fruit cup and a lowfat yogurt. I also changed my lunch from a chicken sandwich to salad and chicken or tuna. Are these good trade offs?

Thanks for the info. I was wondering about fruits. I used to have an apple with lunch and was worried about the sugar in fruits in general. I did put my diet into fitday. I was at 53 protein 28 carbs and 18 fat. It was vbery handy, I didn't realize how much protein I was eating and needed...

6:30: 45 minutes of cardio 9:00: 3/4 cup oatmeal and 5 egg whites (cup of coffee) 10:30: 1/2 meal replacement 12:00: Chicken breast sandwich and an apple 2:30: Detour bar 7:00: Chicken breast and vegetables(after weight lifting) 9:30: Protein shake I have one cheat meal on Sunday. The...

I have been reading the threads for a few weeks now, and decided to tell alittle about myself and ask for suggestions. I don't compete, I lift for myself. I just want to look awesome naked, thats all. I'm 5'4'' and 138 lbs (I've gained 8 lbs because I quit smoking). My diet is pretty good...