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25g of fibre everyday helps me. I have the same thing after a cheat meal, I think it has to do with the sudden increase in volume that seems to get things moving. For the rest of the time I try to focus on high fibre foods, such as peas, raspberries, broccoli, beans. If I don't hit 25g it can take a couple of days to get…

Like others said - I used to cook on a Sunday a big batch of one or two meals. I'd portion them out into Tupperware and freeze them and pull one out every night. I mainly made soups and stews as they were minimal effort to cook and seemed to defrost and reheat the best. I wouldn't have to have the same thing every day as…

I do a mix. Some days I'll just run and some days I'll run/walk. I had a Runkeeper program that had twice a week 4min run/1 min walk (x6) and then a long run once a week. Made a huge difference to my speed in the long runs.

I just try to hit protein and fibre and not worry too much about carbs (and sugar) as I know they are from vegetables and fruit and not from starches (I don't eat bread/rice/pasta etc very much now). I find it really works for me! I raised my protein goal (based on what I'd read) on MFP which lowered carbs.

I follow a couple of rules (I made up, just what works for me) if there's a similar place I know, I'll use that. If not I'll have a look for similar things and pick the average looking entry for calories that has all the macros filled in if there's a range (by average either the most common if they hover around the same…

Tinned tuna, eggs and milk I buy a soya protein that works out very cheap per portion (I use Pulsin but I'm in the UK - 20g has 18g protein and costs 25p)

Screen name: berolcolour Goal for August 31st: (26!) 142 July 22nd (starting weight): 152.2 July 29th: 150.4 August 5th: 149.4 August 12th: 151.2 August 19th: August 26th: August 31st: none :# on vacation! I knew I hadn't eaten well and did loads of garden work but no real exercise :(

If you want something lower calorie I make the same thing into a milkshake, 1 frozen banana, 1 tbsp of peanut butter, milk (I use soy) and any other flavourings and protein powder (optional!) blended together. Not as many calories but still good! It has the consistency of an ice cream milkshake too. If I'm running out of…

I think it's right for a new runner. I ran my first 5k at that pace (36 minutes) and I was (and still am!) very happy with that. I've been running for a while and I've recently been trying to improve my time and it has improved a lot. I think it takes a bit of patience to get quicker!

I carried on to 10k too. Completing C25K is a huge achievement so if you want to take a couple of weeks and enjoy running 5k's that's worth thinking about too. Alternatively there's a 5k pacer app (there's online programs too) that train running a faster 5k if you want s training program but don't want to start on longer…

I add peas and beans to meals that need a small boost but if I'm really short I either have protein powder shake or biltong (I found its a bit leaner and less kcal than jerky). I also buy packs of pre-cooked and flavoured chicken or prawns to have with lunch (at work) or have yogurts as dessert (plain or with a little…

When I run with my mother she always says "run like they called you a jogger!" :)

Can I ask (just curious!) what you mean by run distances? As in long distance? Half marathon/marathon distances. I've never heard the distinction before and never thought about where the cut off between beginner and runner. Personally, I never plan on running more than a 10k, it doesn't appeal to me to be able to run for…

Just to be different (awkward!) I'm going to vote for intervals. I think they break the runs up. I use a free app called 5k pacer (I'm using 10k pacer trying to get quicker at 10k at the moment). I'm actually doing less miles but getting quicker (go figure) I also did runkeepers training plan which had 4min run 1min walk…

Ours look a little different but I'm sure they are the same thing. As you can see they aren't cheap here either! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Snickers-Protein-Bar-Pack-bars/dp/B01ELIQ280

Maybe aimez23 has enormous feet! ;) I have today(!) gone under 150. I was 150 last November and life happened and I didn't bother and now I'm just getting back there. So get there now. Not in months time like me wondering why it took so long. I aim under 1500kcal and I count everyday I'm under and everyday I'm under 2000…

No way?! We have something others don't?! I just assumed they were everywhere. Sorry!

I'm the same as you - started with kcal and now focussing on protein and fibre targets. I'd look out for higher protein veggies like soya beans and peas, and eggs can help boost protein. Although I struggle without including yogurt/milk/jerky/protein powder as a boost to hit that level. As for chocolate - there's a…

I like Pulsin Soya protein. It doesn't taste of anything (and has nothing added, no sweetener) but I mix it with something because bland powder isn't very appetising! I like it with frozen bananas and milk (I drink soy) with cocoa or peanut butter. The milk adds a protein boost too, and blended it tastes like banana…

I think it's true, but I think it happens for short or long dehydration. You have to drink water to release water. As you become more hydrated you will lose the water it's already storing - and any in the initial rehydration. That's what happens to me anyway!

Screen name: berolcolour Goal for August 31st: (26!) 142 July 22nd (starting weight): 152.2 July 29th: 150.4 August 5th: 149.4 August 12th: August 19th: August 26th: August 31st: none :# on vacation! I'm happy! Finally broke under 150. This challenge is just the push I need!

I've sent you a friend request. I don't eat any special diet food, I do eat protein powder to give my protein a boost. The only thing is I'm in the UK and I eat out for lunch, so they aren't diet food, I just tend to pick low cal options at these places. I normally eat under 1500kcal a day.

SW: 196 CW: 150 Size: US6 / small in tops and dresses, a loose US8 in bottoms (work trousers, jeans and anything with give I can fit in a 6). Hoping to be a 6 all over soon!

If that is it, try lifting your chin (opens your airway) and taking a long breath out - lightheadedness is often caused by breathing in too much oxygen (while feeling like you aren't getting enough, thanks brain!) so a long breath out helps (helps me anyway!)

I think it varies a lot between people. Someone in this post is heavier than me, but looks a lot smaller. At 5'8" I could definitely go lower than 140. At 150 I still have plenty of chub left! (and too much waist) :D

Could it be because exercise and panic attacks are sort of the same mechanism (increased breathing and heart rate)? Maybe it's not a panic attack but it feels the same and triggers a panic attack? My only suggestion is breathing slower and at a certain pace (like conscious breathing) counting breaths in and out - sounds a…

I'm 5'8", 150lb and I am on 1500 but I don't eat back my exercise calories.

I'm in England, I'd be able to eat at my local store: Sandwiches Fruit Meat & fish Dips and olives Deli Counter (including cheese, hot cooked meats, cold meats) Cakes Bread (and bread goods, no pastries) Cereal and porridge Frozen foods (meats, veggies, meal, ice cream etc) I'd miss out Vegetables! Prepared meals Milk,…

I had maybe six months of slack tracking. So gained a bit, lost a bit and so on. Never really putting the motivation in. So I can sympathise! I'm back on it now though, I have a target and a few things coming up where I know I'll be pleased if I keep going. Maybe you can find a focus? Some point in the future where you'll…

Forgot to say - I get sore hands when I don't wear gloves. I have cycling gloves with padded bits and cut off fingers for warm weather. They make a big difference to me. How are any new(ish) cyclists getting on with clip in pedals? I'm still a bit nervous clipping in and out. Which is why my road cycling is more off road…