You guys, I’m happy to share this Q+A episode where the spotlight🔦 is on practicality: maintaining our weight, the “right” ratio of cardio versus strength, carbs in the diet, and . . . one of my favorite pastimes (NOT!) - housecleaning! Let’s get started!

Q+A Friday, Ep. 062

The link to the video version is here. If you’re not already a member of The Killer B Hive Facebook group, you’ll need to request access first.

https://www.facebook.com/pahla.bowers/videos/4404309462991394

00:01:46 - Miryam - When I do your workouts, I never sweat. Am I working well?

00:04:51 - Trisha - If we are maintaining our weight, how often should we be working on strength and how many rest days in between? I do not want to increase muscle, just keep my metabolism on target.

00:9:26 - Sarah - I mostly ran a 5K (walked a bit) a few weeks ago and was pleased with my performance. Any tips for my upcoming 5K?

00:14:20 - Terri - Is it more effective for your core if you follow the direction of your arms when twisting at the waist or to keep facing forward?

00:17:43 - Laurie - I have been stuck in maintenance for three months but have been trying to lose these last 25 pounds. I ate 1200 calories to lose my first 55 pounds but now am eating my correct number of calories at 1500. I’ve been consistent for a week and have gained two pounds. How long should I keep eating 1500 before I see results?

Link: Ep. 079: “I’m Not LOSING WEIGHT”

https://pahlabfitness.com/ep-079-im-not-losing-weight/

00:24:10 - Cheryl - While working on your Mindset Masterclass, I came across an example you gave of using the Thought Model around the topic of house cleaning. You hate to clean but want a clean house. I, too, am working on my mindset around cleaning. How did you resolve the situation to your satisfaction?

Link: Mindset MASTERCLASS with Pahla B (suggested by moderator)

https://pahlabfitness.com/mindset-masterclass-with-pahla-b/

Link: Self Coaching Model by Brooke Castillo (aka the Thought Model) (suggested by moderator)

https://thelifecoachschool.com/self-coaching-model-guide/

00:29:28 - Virginia - I’m finishing up your Walk Off the Weight series and am ready to begin the Weight Loss Challenge. How do I proceed after I finish the WLC? Is there a guide somewhere showing which videos to avoid for those of us still trying to lose weight?

Link: WALK OFF the Weight for Women over 50 (suggested by moderator)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxEW_OukMMsp_MnPj5C1rMBiBMFLhYr-S

Link: WEIGHT LOSS for Women over 50 Challenge (suggested by moderator)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxEW_OukMMspuLrXq7XZfvqKUyaPtNUIq

00:34:37 - Janet - When do you go to bed every night?

00:34:58 - Melanie - Regarding daily calories versus weekly calories: Does counting calories work the same weekly or is it very much a daily factor?

Link: Ep. 014: Taking RESPONSIBILITY for Your Fitness (suggested by moderator)

https://pahlabfitness.com/taking-responsibility-for-your-fitness/

00:40:24 - Victoria - How do we lower carbs?

00:42:20 - Connie - How did you figure out that puffiness and aching joints were a result of doing too much exercising versus what you were eating?

00:48:50 - Leora - What is the right ratio between cardio and strength for us quite fit women over 50?

00:54:15 - Maria - I have a love-hate relationship with carbs. I love them; they hate me. (I’m jumping in here to comment on this seemingly lighthearted statement.)

00:57:35 - Marie - I have an underactive thyroid and am on medication for this. Would it be a good idea to drop my calories a bit to help me lose weight?

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Cheers to your good health and fitness