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| Q: I run 5-15 miles per day, sometimes double spin, strength train a couple of times per week, I have about 12-1400 calories a day, I do drink alcohol, but don't understand why am I not losing weight? Should I workout more? A: Absolutely not. Sounds like you are overdoing it already! Cut back on the alcohol, cut back on the double spin (there's really no need to double spin unless you are preparing for a century...) and re-arrange your training to cross train. I suggest, 2 days on then one day off. Where you are complete resting your muscles on the day off, which means NO activity. Try separating your strength training from the days you are putting on a ton of mileage & add more calories to your diet. 12-1400 kcals is not enough to support your body’s caloric needs from the amount of kcals you are expending. (I’d have to know your weight & more info to determine this exactly) I suggest seeking a nutritional counselor & trainer for guidance. {{ article }} |
