geministyle Member

I am muscular, but I have huge bones compared to some women. I look at their little limbs and am jealous because my damn bones alone are larger than their bones + muscle + fat. I got down to 149 for about ten minutes in 2012. Fit a size 6 easily, and some 4's.

Hi there, just now seeing this so sorry for the late reply. I paid $40 for a package of four assessments. I want to check my progress every 8 weeks or so.

any benefits, have you noticed any difference with the added protein/fiber?[/quote] Just that I feel more satisfied eating one of the Quest bars vs. something else for equivalent calories. I really do find them quite filling, which is important for me since I like to EAT. I WISH I liked the Quest chips as I am a potato…

I typically eat them 3-4 times per week. Most often when I'm rushing out the door to work out and need something in my stomach, or at work when I didn't have time to eat breakfast. Once in awhile, I have one or half of one + an apple for an afternoon snack if my lunch isn't holding me. I haven't noticed ANY side effects…

I've been eating Quest Bars for a couple of years and have tried a lot of the flavors. My favorites are some of the ones other people seem to hate. ;) Coconut Cashew Banana Nut Muffin Cinnamon Roll Raspberry White Chocolate NOT a fan of any of the chocolate ones I've tried or the Peanut Butter Supreme. I tried their…

5'4" CW: 165 and a size 8 GW: 145-150 and a size ? Most important I want to preserve my lean mass. Right now that's 117 pounds of me. So if I could get down to a solid 145-150 I think that's a good goal.

I think BMI is bullsh*t if you happen to carry a decent amount of muscle. I'm 5'4" and 165 pounds but 117 pounds of that is lean mass. I'm at 29% bodyfat, which is average for a female (yes it's higher than I like, but I'm working on it). However, my BMI is 28.3 which is considered "overweight". Even at 152 pounds which…

I notice inconsistency between my Jawbone, my Garmin (with the actual heart rate monitor strap), MyFitnessPal, and machines. For consistency purposes, I've decided to go with the calorie burns from my Garmin, since that strap is right up next to my heart. I figure it is likely the most accurate.

Okay, now I'm getting hungry ... lol

the pb&j and mixed berry are 200 cals peanut butter bliss is 210 [/quote] I've never had those. I've had the Peanut Butter Supreme which I didn't care for so it has made me a bit gun shy on the other peanut butter flavors.

I just looked at the Coconut Cashew one I have stashed in my desk for "emergencies". It is as follows: 170 cal 20g protein 17g fiber I think some of them are 200 cals or a little more though ...

That's a good question and the answer probably depends on what an individual defines as "good for you". ;) Since I eat a very healthy diet otherwise, I don't worry too much about perfect the bars are or are not. I do use them to help myself meet my protein requirements for the day, as a quick breakfast on the run, or as a…

That the number on the scale only tells a small part of the story. Wake up call is to stop obsession with the number on the scale. I always wanted to embrace this but this exercise made it real for me.

You can do this! Feel free to add me too.

herdthinner - I think so. At least you'd know, right? :) I had mine done at a store called Max Muscle. Not sure where you are located but it looks like they have stores located throughout the U.S.

My goal is 1400-ish and diary is open. Feel free to look for ideas.

I save 150 calories or so for the same snack every night. 1/2 cup of Fage 2% Greek yogurt topped with 1/2 cup berries. I eat this right before bed. The protein and fiber keep me full and I dont wake up ravenous.

I'm pleasantly surprised by how civil and mature this thread is. You all have restored my faith in humanity. I get the ethical reasons for not eating factory farmed meat, and do try to make informed choices. I also don't eat a ton of wheat products, and figure I am saving rodents that way. (they get killed during harvest).…

I also have that "issue". 5'4", 163 pounds, and fit comfortably in a U.S. 8 (which I believe is a U.K. 12).

I find that when I exercise more frequently, the less likely I am to want to "mess up" by eating too much. Also, the more I workout the more I WANT to workout.

Feel free to send me a FR. Trying to lose 10-15 pounds, then re-evaluate.

I'm nearly 5'5" and at 163 pounds I am wearing a U.S. size 8. Goal is 145 pounds, and I look great at that weight. I have a medium-large bone structure and mesomorph body type (muscular). I would look ILL at anything below 140 pounds, even though that is within the "normal" range. Everyone's body is so different, I have a…

I do think that the closer you are to goal weight, the more "obsessive" you have to be. 100 calories per day is NOTHING but over a year it's ten pounds. I'm pretty sure this is what happened to me recently. I got down to 150 in 2013, but I recently was back up to 170! I never did "pig out" but I did allow myself weekly…

I do a little bit of everything. Spin class, kickboxing class, yoga, running (not long distance - maybe 2-3 miles), weight lifting. Depending on my work schedule and other responsibilities in my life, I work out 3-6 times per week. I find that I am more likely to stick with regular exercise if it's something I enjoy, and I…

OP - you can up your fat intake without resorting to oil. Avocado, nuts, full-fat dairy - YUM! On days where I exercise I will allow myself to eat back up to half of what Garmin says my "burn" was. But oddly, exercise often suppresses my appetite so I don't feel the need.

1200 calories seems really low. I'm 20 years older than you and 10 pounds lighter, and eat around 1400-1500 calories a day and still lose. It's still not a lot of food and no room for "extras", but if I eat enough protein and fiber it's generally enough to keep my energy level high. You might want to calculate your TDEE…

ellivort, It's possible that you might be seeing a "delayed reaction" on the scale. I came home from Maui after a week of eating whatever I wanted and weighed myself - zero change. After being "strict" for a few days I hopped on the scale again and was 3 pounds up. WTF!!! I'm just now starting to peel off those 3 pounds,…

I'm 5'4", 165 pounds and wear a U.S. size 8. When I got down to 155 I was a size 6. My build is very "solid" and so I weigh a lot for my size, if that makes sense? and YES, the inconsistent sizing drives me nuts. How the hell can I have both XS and M size tops in my closet and they fit the same?!?!?