TheLegendaryBrandonHarris Member

Calorie deficit, that's the way. I can't find them easily on this mobile, but the articles I've read say you need to lift weights at a maintenance level to avoid muscle loss while you cut fat. So, don't lift to break down muscle tissue, like you would during the bulking stage, but lift at about 75% of your max.

What?!?! Of course I can.

Right on! Now we're talkin'!

I agree. You can create a deficit without being miserable. You just have to be smart about it.

Man, I hug my mom lol. Oh well.

Hmmm...looks villainous!

Or three. Yeah, three. Shift work, you know. Monday-Tuesday, Wesnesday-Thursday, Friday-Saturday, and I get Sundays off.

I need a wife.

Right on! 48 pounds is coming on strong! You already know what to do. Burn more than you take in. Keep it up, you're an inspirarion! Fill out your profile, post some pictures, make friends, help others on the forums, read, learn, teach. You have a lot to offer. Glad you're here. Brandon

Hey-O!!! Nice work! Man, that's spectacular! I'm proud of you. Brandon

You know what's great about MFP? You'll meet folks who believe in you, like me. This is important to you. It's worth it. It's OK to struggle and fall. We all do. It happens, and it's OK. I'm glad you're here. I'm glad you're trying. That's character. That's strength. Never forget why you're doing this. Remind yourself that…

Zedeff, what happens is the gut does not absorb certain nutrients effectively. In my case, despite a diverse diet, I must take supplements of calcium and B-vitamins. Perhaps that is what BinkyBonk was referring to.

Hey! I'm glad you're here...it says a lot about your character. I like to eat. No doubt. One of my sayings is, "It's no fun being fat, but it sure is fun getting there." If you want to lose 20 pounds, you know what to do. Monitor your calories, create a deficit, and you'll meet that goal. Best of luck. I believe in you.…

Since January 1 I've lost 52 pounds. I have essentially Zero Crohn's symptoms unless I do something stupid, like eat Burger King...sigh...like I did last night and this morning. Knowing what to do and doing what you should do are often easier said than done lol The main thing I recommend is monitoring what you eat, how…

I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in 2006. 1. Get a notebook. 2. Keep notes in it. What you can eat. What you can't eat. What happens when you eat this or that, and how soon thereafter. 3. Pay attention to your body. As you learn more, you'll recognize the signs of an impending flare-up. Go NPO for a while. Nothing per…

Measure everything accurately, diligently, and honestly. And , I know it can be a hassle, but I mean everything. The oil you cook with, your coffee creamer, the mayo on your sandwich, your salad dressing. At 185 pounds and 1200 calories a day, your weight should be dropping. Just make sure you're really at 1200 per day.…

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For me, the difference between 'passionate' and 'stressed and obsessed' is determined by whether or not you want to be making changes. I want to make changes in my own life, so closely monitoring my choices is more of a passion than it is a source of stress, or an obsession. My best tips are Use this website or app. It's a…

Lol...the first one worked, Carol. BUT!!!!! It wasn't a duet... Tisk Tisk...

Yeah, no idea what Slimming World is, but if it helps you creates calorie deficit, it'll work. Burn more calories than you consume, you'll lose weight. It works! You, yes YOU can do it! I believe in you.

I am thrilled that it'll play in MFP!

What secrets do you know, 2014Alpha???

That's a pretty restrictive diet, my friend. I have Crohn's and I'm not that tight. So, why can't you have those foods? Tell me what your condition is and maybe I can help with a workaround.

https://youtu.be/0ls_Za-iv4o

Heelsanddeals, you are spot on. And you also prompted me to relisten to Kenny and Dolly singing "Islands in the Stream." Spectacular song. Great duet.

Oh, Dolly and Kenny, so adorable.

Someone just posted about diets, but wrote 'duets' instead. Gonna listen to some country gold on YouTube for a few. Conway and Loretta, then Kenny and Dolly. brb

I think of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn....or Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Now THOSE are some duets I can get behind.

Oh my...

He's gotta shave first.