Ask Mike, March 2009

Best Way To Keep Track Of Calorie Intake

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:48

Q: Mike, I just submitted a question signed by Slim. I forgot to add that althought I try to follow your meal plans daily. What is the best way to keep track of calorie intake. I hear and read different ways but its all to confusing. I need a simple technique that when I am going to a buffet to pick my salads, meats, grains etc. I am getting exactly what you suggested. Is hter a way for me to judge that I am getting a cup or 1/2 ounce etc. Thanks again, Slim

Have High Metabolism, Want To Gain 10-15 Pounds

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:44

Q: Hi Mike, I am 30 years old, about 5'5 and 125-130 punds. I have been conistent with me weight all my life even after I had my two children. Over the last three years I've completely changed the way I eat. Everythign that you suggest for your meal plans are the foods I consume except the red meat. However, I have always had high metabolism and have always been able to put food away with the best of them. I want to gain about 10-15 pounds. I've tried to do your calorie intake of 2090. In addition to it being to much for me to eat DAILY. I haven't seen any results.

How Long Before Nicotine Is Out Of My System

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:29

Q: I AM TAKING A BLOOD TEST AND HAVE RECENTLY QUIT SMOKING. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE BEFOR THE NICOTINE IS COMPLETELY OUT OF MY SYSTEM? I WAS HAVING ABOUT 1 PACK OF CIGARETTES A WEEK AND HAVE QUIT FOR 1 WEEK AND STILL GOING STRONG. SOMEONE TOLD ME THAT NICOTINE IS A FAT SOLUABLE DRUG AND TAKES A MONTH TO ELIMINATE IT. I AM ALSO HOPING IT WILL HELP ME WITH MY ENDURANCE TRAINING I AM STARTING. WHAT ARE YOU THOUGHTS?

Whey Protein Digests Fastest

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:23

Q: hi mike! in your protein section you say that EGG protein is digested faster than whey! i think this is a mistake! as whey is the fastest, then egg then casien.

A: You're absolutely correct! Thanks for catching that! I corrected the article.

How Much Should 5 Foot 10 Inches Tall Weigh

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:22

Q: I'm 40 years old and 5 foot 10 inches tall, how much should I weigh

A: Anywhere between 140 and 175 pounds is considered healthy weight for you.

Best Carbs And Veggies For Lean Muscle

Submitted by mike on Sat, 03/21/2009 - 21:19

Q: HI MIKE, I AM LOOKING FOR SOME ADVICE FOR MY HUSBAND. HE IS 29 YEARS OLD AND 5ft 7in, RIGHT NOW HE WEIGHS 178. WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ( WHAT ARE THE BEST CARBS AND VEGGIES FOR PUTTING ON LEAN MUSCLE? MY HUSBAND WORKS OUT EVERYDAY ALMOST BUT IS NOT SURE WHAT TO EAT FOR THE BEST RESULTS. I KNOW HE REALLY WANTS TO PUT ON A LOT OF SIZE BUT ALL MUSCLE SO IF YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE WE WOULD APPRECIATE IT! THANKS, CRYSTAL

1500 Calories, Walk, Circuit Program

Submitted by mike on Sun, 03/01/2009 - 20:16

Q: I am a 43 year old male, with a good metabolism. Currently I'm at 175 lbs, and 5'9". I have been off any weight training for over 16 month now, and have defintely not eaten as healthy. Subsequently I have put on fat primarily on my stomach, and waist. My primary goal is lose the little ponch while gaining back some muscle (and could do with more size). I thought I should follow your meal plan at 1500 calories to start., walk briskly in the mornings, and lift using a circuit program.

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