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I noticed that for myself after a fast I would gain weight. It seemed that I was picking up a lot of water weight. I have read that to burn fat the body needs 2 molecules of water for each molecule of fat. Is is almost counter-intuitive, but your body would store up enough water to metabolize fat before starting. Fasting…

My question is: Muscle gets larger and stronger when subjected to stress, which tears down the muscle fiber and can cause DOMS. When the muscle repairs itself it gets stronger. If you do not feel the soreness, what indication is there that the muscle was worked sufficiently to stimulate muscle growth? I have been working…

Very good work on your weight loss. Congrats.

You can do it! The hardest step is the first one, and you got that in the bag.

Just like you I only work on calories in/ calories out. It has led me to loose 35 pounds, so it works.:)

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I had 55 pounds to lose. I have managed to lose 35 so far.

Keep at it. I am trying to lose weight at 49, and it has been an interesting journey. You'll get to where you want to be.

I have heard from my doctor that people that are a pound or two over their perfect BMI weight may be healthier because in case of sickness (the Flu) they have more reserves to draw from. That could mean less trips to the ER or Doctor in general.

Good for you. Keep that chin up. Pittsburgh weather is finally getting good for outdoor stuff.

Good job with starting back!

Congrats on your new baby. Losing weight is a journey, and every stone is like a step. The first is the hardest, but when you are moving it gets rewarding. One step at a time.

I built a kitchen wall cabinet from scratch with a new saw my wife and kids bought me.

Low energy is the worst thing for me. Even with coffee I'll need to take a nap.

Keto diets as well as other diets can really help shep weight. The problem which arises is when the diet is over. Trying to go back to eating regularly causes many people to regain weight. It seems more sensible to eat a balanced regular diet, reduce caloric intake, and be mindful of portion sizes. In my humble opinion.

Every three or four days.

I just got stuck, but it has only been 4 days now. I feel like my clothes still fit better so maybe you (and I) are gaining lean muscle mass.

Good job. I would be thrilled at 212 right now.(at 232 and headed for 200)

54 days. A record (for me).

Hello. I just turned 49 and wanted to live to see my grandkids. Losing weight and exercise has me feeling better than I have in yesrs.

Same as the rest of "us". I lost 70 pounds a few years ago . I was injured and put on 50 pounds. I have worked off 15 pounds, and you will as well. Don't get down on yourself.

I love sweet peas, corn, and broccoli. I get Steamers because they cook in the micro pretty quick. Broccoli and cheese sauce is my fav, and less than 200 cal a bag, its my entire luch.

I have read that when we start loosing weight we lose 60% fat to 40% muscle but that ratio changes as we go along until it gets reversed. With strength training we gain muscle mass, however we continue to lose fat. As fat weighs less than lean muscle mass the scale doesn't change much, but our size will. Keep up the good…

I have a similar problem. 6 or 7 years ago I tore my cuffs so badly falling out of an attic that I couldn't lift my arms overhead or throw an overhand ball properly for two years. I couldn't go to the doctor(no insurance). Even now exercises like push ups and pull ups are excruciating. I still work out, I just modify some…

I lost 70, gained back 30, need to lose 40. I swear my nickname is not "yo-yo". Good luck guys!

I moved from Lexington to PA for work. Go CATS! Good luck!

Hi everyone! I am 45 and lost 70 pounds at one time thanks to MFP. I gained thirty-five back because of not watching what I was eating after getting an injury. Now after having surgery completed to get the injury taken care of I am looking forward to losing around 40 pounds.

I am 45, younger than some. I am also trying to lose the last 40 pounds of extra weight. However I did lose 70 pounds by using MFP and Wii My Fitness Coach.

I would agree. I have been with MFP for a while and it worked well while I was sticking to it. The kind of workout is important as well, I only was doing 30 min a day of treadmill work and lost 70 pounds.