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Hi Kelly, Glad to hear you've got such a healthy mentality! I've got a huge weakness for chocolate, so I'm limiting myself to only 85% dark chocolate, and only eat a few squares a day. To avoid takeaways, I like to prepare food in bulk and portion it out for the next few days. Also, because I'm lazy, I buy vegetables that…
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Height: 5'2 CW: 120lb GW: 115lb Weight lost so far: 5lb GW ETA: 6 weeks - it seems like a long time, but taking it slow really helps to make the change permanent. Be sure that you're not losing more than the recommended 2lb/week. I eat 1,450 calories a day, and do weight training 5-6 days a week. I do not eat back exercise…
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Same here! Before lunch time, the most I'll have is a square of 85% dark chocolate to take care of any cravings. I also like to drink hot green tea in the mornings for the energy. I don't eat in the mornings unless it's before a training session.
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I find that TDEE less 15%-20% works best! It takes the uncertainty out of estimating exercise calories, especially since I do regular weight training.
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Eating breakfast doesn't always curb cravings throughout the day. Some people actually find themselves becoming more hungry after eating breakfast. I used to eat a really big breakfast, thinking that it would stave off food cravings later on, but it's never worked for me. Intermittent fasting (more info here:…
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I keep a bar of Lindt Excellence 85% Dark Chocolate in my drawer. If I have cravings, I'll have a square (though I'd never exceed 4 squares in one day). It's super dark and rich, meaning I'd never overeat, and it's good for your heart! :)
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Hi! Thank you for doing this. :) Could you tell me if I'm on the right track, and maybe give me some guidance? I am 21 years old, 5'2, 120lb, ~22% body fat trying to get leaner (maybe ~18%BF?). I do weight training with Push/Pull/Legs/rest & repeat, and eat about 1500 calories a day. I do not eat back exercise calories…
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Totally agreed. I love weight-lifting and how it's transformed my body (hello, booty!) and given me so much confidence. Frankly, it's insulting to think that you could accidentally get "big" or "bulky" just by picking up some weights - there are people out there dedicating great amounts of effort and time specifically with…
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I love peanut butter as well! Just make sure you're measuring each portion to prevent overeating, since it's very calorie-dense. For foods that are high in protein and low in fat, I always turn to turkey breast (25g protein and ~0.5g fat per 100g serving) and fat-free plain Greek yogurt (15-18g protein and no fat per 175g…
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First of all, congrats on your progress! If you feel like you're not losing as much as you should, however, it's time to examine how much you're really eating. Are you measuring your food intake precisely (i.e. using a food scale), and logging all sauces, oils etc. used for cooking? Also, it's worth noting that calories…
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The caffeine in green tea gives you a tiny boost in metabolism. The true benefit is that it helps curb cravings. Also, the fact that it's a fluid means it will help reduce bloating and aid in digestion. Overall, tea, taken black, is a much better alternative to pop or juice! :smile:
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I'm 5'2, 53kg, and lean. I do weight training 4-5 times a week, and eat about 1500 calories a day (currently cutting). I think you're at a healthy weight :smile:. However, if you're not happy with your look, then here are some tips I found very helpful when I was first starting out: Caloric intake - don't use MFP…
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Check my diary, if you'd like! :) I usually hit around 1400 if you take out the weightlifting supplements (PVL Whey protein, and Vega Sport Recovery Accelerator).
