stephchadz Member

Weight fluctuates daily, especially if your workouts are new. You could be retaining water. I wouldn't worry about it unless your weight stays the same for more than 6 weeks. Just keep doing what you are doing and if you aren't already, start using a food scale to measure all solid foods in grams! This ensures that your…

My favorite is cantaloupe and cottage cheese!

Right now I am 1400 Calories for a half pound a week loss (21, 5'4", 139). I don't really pay attention to my macros that much aside from protein. I just have them set to the recommendations on here.

I am also a student and my solution for this is to simply not drink. If you do want to, try to limit and make sure you log it and stay within your goals.

Okay! Thanks for the advice! I love finding other climbers on here.

MFP SW: 162 SW for this challenge: 140 Weigh in Dec 28: 139 Weigh in for Jan 4: 140 (TOM) GW for the Jan 31st challenge: 135

I will resist the urge to flip my keyboard when someone says "muscle weights more than fat". I will face palm instead.

MFP SW: 162 SW for this challenge: 140 Weigh in 28 Dec: 139 GW for the Jan 31st challenge: 135

Yes! I do use a food scale! Just got back into using it after returning from school.

Typically I do feel a bit hungry but I am unsure what else to set my calorie goal to. Any suggestions?

I'm in! I've been needing something to motivate me. MFP SW: 162 SW for this challenge (today): 140 GW: 130 GW for the Jan 31st challenge: 135

Thank you for the info about macros! I have always wondered about this.

Yes. Aside from the gym I don't move around much as I work in an office and sit in class all day. I've always been unsure what to set as my activity level so I just leave is as sedentary.

What would you suggest for a calorie goal then? My workouts only last about 1 - 1 1/2 hours each (I specified above that half my time at the climbing gym is used to rest between climbs). I'm not sure where you got 3-4 hours from. As for the scale number, my doctor recommended I get within middle of healthy weights for my…

Thank you so much! Very informative! I guess I will just have to keep my logging accurate and continue trying.

It's not really what you eat that matters, but how much of it. Everything is okay in moderation. My recommendation would be to just make sure you are measuring (in grams, not cups) and logging everything. As for foods, I really like oatmeal, apples, bananas, asparagus. A lot of fruits and veggies.

I'm not in the same boat anymore but I once was. Started at 162 and am now down to 139. Took a break for a while, because of school, but now I am back at it and trying to lose another 10 or so pounds. Any of you can feel free to add me. I know you all can do this!

I hadn't even thought about using an electric tea kettle to cook food. Could it be used to cook pasta?

I live on campus and do not have access to a kitchen at all. I am required by my university to have a meal plan. I do think I might pick up some cold cuts from the grocery store and start making myself sandwiches for lunch though. I have a fridge in my dorm so it would be relatively easy. That would definitely help out…

Thank you everyone for all of the suggestions!

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Have you been weighing all of your food with a food scale? It is entirely possible that you are eating more than you think and are not actually in deficit. Also If you have just started exercising and are experiencing muscle soreness you could be retaining water.

I am 5'4" and started at 162. I was the same place as you, my doctor said I was overweight but I felt comfortable at my size. I am now currently 140 and I feel much better at this size than I did before. I feel a lot healthier and am able to be much more active which is wonderful. I also have big boobs which I thought were…

It seems to me like you care a little bit too much about what people think. Why should you sacrifice your health goals just so you don't "appear rude"? Focus on your health. If this is a church group, I'm sure people will be understanding and if they aren't, maybe they need to study the bible a little harder. Also with…

Definitely try safety pinning. In the future fit your band size to the first hook, it helps the band last longer.

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Sugar free Popsicles, Sugar free pudding, yogurt, apples.

I just started it and so far I like it. I'm working on building muscle and trying to shred a remaining few pounds so it is exactly what I am looking for. I personally wouldn't spend the money on it (I'm borrowing from a friend), so if you can borrow it from a friend or find it on pinterest then I would definitely recommend…

Thanks everyone! I'm borrowing it from my sister so price isn't a big issue. I started Week 1 on Monday. So far I like it. I'm pretty sore today after arms, but it's the good kind of sore. I think I'm going to do at least 4 weeks and check my progress.

2 Eggs, served over kale, avocado and whole wheat toast and an apple (or whatever fruit I have around). This is my go to every day