As a coach, I find the Talk Test to be a great way for runners new and old to connect with pace, heart rate and effort. And, itâs a great tool to use during adverse conditions like when itâs hot/humid or windy. In these conditions, itâs easy for pace to lag but that doesnât mean you arenât getting in a good workout.
According to these studies, a protein intake around 30% of calories may be optimal for weight loss. This amounts to 150 grams per day for someone on a 2000 calorie diet. You can calculate it by multiplying your calorie intake by 0.075.
Eating small meals regularly. The most well known theory on how many meals you should eat a day to lose weight is the one that says that you should eat small regular meals throughout the day (around 5 or 6 meals). The logic behind this theory is based on the bodyâs metabolism â the breakdown of food.