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This is the difference. Scooby takes into account activity and adds the "appropriate" amount of calories back, 80% I think. Be careful with 1200 calories. That is the the BMR for most which is what you burn laying in bed all day. Just getting out of bed puts you at a higher need than 1200. I don't your stats, but I spoke…

So you ignored the advice of a person that you've seen (I'm assuming) get and sustain results for an website using calculators based on an average of people? That doesn't seem very logical to me. Did you go back and tell your friend that you stalled?

You speaking about cases of true starvation where people are either NOT eating are eating so little calories that the body starts to really burn anything it can for energy. That is most certainly the exception around here and not the rule. That is not what is happening with this lady or most people trying to shed a few…

It could just be a paitence thing. I'd like you to average your calorie intake weekly and try to tighten that up. If your goal is 1800 you should be within 100 calories 90% of the time. It may take repeating meals, but it works. I say this because I see some days where you were really high and some days that are obviously…

You are on the right track, BUT how is your nutrition? Do you weigh everything? Do you have a macro target? Do you know what you're eating and eating at a deficit to lose weight (fat & muscle). You also need to keep your protein intake fairly high (0.6-0.8g/lb bw) to preserve muscle. At your size and weight, for weight…

I don't think that's odd at all. I tend to not be hungry after lifting. What you should try is eating a larger breakfast and lunch. Shoot to have consumed about 2/3 of your daily calorie total before dinmer on bootcamp days. Hopefully you're eating more than 1200 cal/day. Fat free greek yogurt is a great idea also.

Thank you! @minties82 you should go around and tell all of the 1000 to 1300 calorie eating women around the forums that fact! Thank you again!

If you have been the standard yo-yo dieter with calorie levels at or near 1200 for a long period of time that plateau is probably due to metabolic suppression. So a "cheat meal" won't do. You will have to go through a metabolic reset. Then reduce calories to a healthier level. EM2WL group EM2WL periscope

I agree, you are either underestimating or under-eating. Both will result in no weight loss. Spend a month weighing everything and see what changes can be made. If it only goes up by 1-300 cals, then you may just need to eat more. Extreme deficits, especially for long periods, can cause weight plateaus due to metabolic…

Why does eveybody say "1200 sounds right"? It's too little even for someone her size. That's the minimum recommended comsumption. That calorie level will allow her to lose may 2-5lbs, most probably coming from lean muscle, then she'll plateau when her metabolism slows down. 1. You should continue to eat normally BUT WEIGH…

Can you open your diary? There are some "measurements" that are very sketchy. slice cup bowl piece If you are using these often, you can be underestimating your intake severely. And if you're underestimating your intake you will always be in the green even though you are actually eating 1000 calories more than you're…

EM2WL periscope EM2WL group +1000 on eating more! You lost at a good pace until your metabolism slowed down due to near severe under-eating. Check out these resources to learn more. You need to eat more, eat smart, but you need to fuel your metabolism.

You can run 100 miles a day, but if you don't get control of your eating you will not see weight loss. You will be awseomely healthy, heart wise, but you have to be in a calorie deficit to lose, period. I get not wanting to weigh food forever, BUT you also have to walk before you run, right? You have to spend some time…

Normally, you would want to rest from 1 to 3 minutes between sets. You have to stress the muscle to make change and 15 reps with hours in between will not really apply the stimuli necessary to cause a response. Baby steps: movement 1: 10 reps rest 2 minutes 10 reps rest 2 minutes 10 reps rest 4 minutes movement 2: Repeat…

What exactly does "split sets up throughout the day" mean? Are you going to go into the gym, do one 15 reps of bicep curls, leave then come back later for another?

PLEASE do not make this assumption! There are tons of personal trainers that are certified by online or weekend courses.

Chest strap HRM are far more accurate than wrist. That's something else in favor of the Polar A300 + H7. The A300 will also do HR while swimming, don't know if that was listed specifically. I currently have a Polar Loop + H7 and am waiting impatiently to upgrade to an A300. Downside of Polar (UNLESS YOU HAVE IPHONE) it…

Don't compare yourself to anyone else. You have to carve your own path. Work on pace and then times will come. You also have to make sure you're resting adequately.

Right here!!! 2lbs/mo is awesome!

Keep it up and keep us posted on your progress!!

I'm still working on getting an A300. I was on the fence between M400 and A300, but now I've decided and the A300 is in my sights. Glad to hear everyone is still enjoying theirs! @mkwrose I understand your frustration. I'm there too, I think I'm just going back to iPhone.

I'm sorry to hear that. This journey is much better with company. That's why I turn to social media. I have way more health minded friends online than in real life. It's not ideal, but it works for now. Once you've reached your goals it'll change from "why" to "how"!

It's the vicious yo-yo cycle! You dramatically drop your calories, lose some weight and then crash, plateau as your metabolism slows down. You get discouraged or just want to eat like a normal person and you begin to gain. Now it's harder, why? Because you've lost a ton of lean muscle from extreme calorie deficit and…

Yep! Anyway, OP, I would definitely do cardio or a class (yoga, spin, boot camp) in the am and lift in the evening. Depending on where you live, and your interest, it might be a great opportunity to get outside and do something. Of course that's personal preference and based on some bro-science I just haven't gotten rid of…

You could try something like this: I do similar for warmup and working on my weak right adductor.

That's completely understandable, but keeping everything realistic is key. Also, your question is really subjective. The only person that can answer it is you. In addition, "fitness" doesn't have a weight. Maybe you could set goals that are more of a real fitness test, 5k, 10k, mud run or similar. Last thing, I promise, if…

Right here, this should come long before compound movements! Start here and progress to planks or other body stability movements before adding weight.

I've only skimmed the replies, but has anyone mentioned that this can cause your core to be weaker?!?!? You want your core to have to work while you exercise to strengthen and them "waist killers" will do just the opposite. It's just like sitting in a chair turns off the glutes.

Unracking a little low is always better. All heavy squatters say the unrack should be as deliberate as the squat. Stable torso, good breath, etc.

LOL An alternative [/quote] This seems way more reasonable.