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@lissac53 would HIGHLY suggest trying a play it again sports or craiglist to get a mid range used bike, it makes the world of difference. I have older 1990s Trek hybrid road / mountain bike that I rode last summer in our local paved parks at 280 lbs same height as you without any issues. I like the hybrid style because I…

@lifechange561 35% protein, 35% carbs, 30% fats are good start for fat loss, need to determine your TDEE - 20% to BMR range (calories per day)

Mix your bottled ranch dressing of choice 1:1 with plain non- fat greek yogurt, lower calories and added protein

@Dandelie have you looked into your BMR and TDEE for daily calorie level? If you include your activity in the calculations you should not be eating back your exercise calories. If you choose not to go that route route please be super careful as exercise calories are generally over estimated.

@tristen_leigh try this recipe for NON-dry chicken breasts, http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-cook-moist-tender-chicken-breasts-every-time-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-36891 They keep in ziploc or glass containers 4-5 days.

@jennesaxton11 start with 35% protein, 35% carbs, 30% fats or 40% protein, 30% carbs, 30% fats Did you figure out your BMR and TDEE? I like www.iifym.com calculators

@vanessalookingood have you tried them baked? 325 deg F, cut into 8 pieces, parchment / silpat 3 mins flatten then pop back in for 3 more minutes....very cookie-esc

@Mel3807 there is a specific group forum on MFP for EM2WL, great group of folks! http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3817-eat-more-2-weigh-less

@emilymlazgar559 1. Digital food scale 2. Figure your tdee-20% 3. Figure out high protein foods chicken breast, canned/ frozen fish along withfresh / frozen green veg, Greek yogurt, berries, nuts where / how you can make it work into budget 4. Log it up 5. Friending me and others!

@kbeaumont88 take scientific approach figure out your TDEE with whatever activity you are at then subtract 20% to get at fat loss range. I find adding macro approach 40% protein, 30% carbs, 30% fats helps to keep me full, generally. Hitting protein is first priority when meal planning, feel free to friend me, 60 lbs down 7…

@goldensa how many calories a day? Do you own a digital scale? Logging everything by weight, grams / ounces solid foods, cups for liquid?

@kbang89 iifym is if it fits your macros, check out www.iifym.com along figuring our your BMR, TDEE plus gives you targets based on what you trying to do

@michelski....oh yes check on pinterest for mug cakes, puddings, pancakes, oatmeal most are good with greek yogurt as the sauce as they get a bit dry with the coconut flour + egg whites. I mix mine with unsweetened almond milk first then add my coffee for a protein latte! One thing to mention your Chocolate Smooth is…

@michelski as you know Myprotein is big on the other side of the pond, but I have found their products to be great quality for the price, plus they always have specials running. I use their whey isolate, milk smooth (75% casein / 25% whey) and micellar casein different flavors. The milk smooth can be used successfully for…

@dirtroadrunner3 here are two reputable sites to calculate your BMR / TDEE / along with baselines for your Macros.... I would increase your calories first off especially on the days you are working out, load your carbs before them too http://www.iifym.com/iifym-calculator/ http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/

@dirtroadrunner3 what is your TDEE? BMR? How are you splitting your macros? 1200 highly doubt you are eating too much, but what you are eating may be the issue. What are you trying to lose? Also would recommend taking your measurements as @michaelallanson stated you may be changing while the scale may not be moving...

Open your diary or give more details on your daily calories, have you looked up your TDEE? Your protein should be 40 or 35, your carbs 35 or 30 and your fats should be the remainder. I get it you didnt eat your fruit / veg growing up, but you are 27 now....not to be mean, but honestly think you need to get over it.

@rhonv451 I just made up a batch of 1 part Kens Ranch + 1.5 part Costco Kirkland non-fat greek yogurt, not super clean, but cleaner and added protein.

@amipersin check out the inspiralized.com blog...

Steamed cauliflower with nutritional yeast....If you like cheddar skinny pop then you like nutritional yeast, it is the vegan Parmesan cheese. I picked mine up on amazon, health food stores also carry it. Any type of greens steamed topped with good balsamic.

I would suggest taking measurements with fabric tape measure then recording them in the area in your profile as well. Slow and steady...

Hello All! There is a very supportive network of folks in or have been in similar situation, http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3322-100-pounds-with-no-surgery What is your plan to lose the weight? I would suggest reading up on your BMR and TDEE along with investing in a digital food scale.

@beatyfamily1 your preference on eating back exercise calories but most recommend only eating up 50% of the earned calories, I would be cautious with this as some sites over estimate exercise calories though, so I do not currently as I have more fat to lose. If you are using the activity level, frequency and time period to…

@beatyfamily1 you may have been losing inches because 1 lb of muscle takes up less room than 1 lb of fat, but they both weigh the same amount. Also you didnt gain it all in one day, so it will take time to lose it too. I have targeted 1800-2000 calories with 40% fat, 35% protein, 25% carbs - 5' 7", SW 280, CW 227 timeframe…

Pretty awetastic group already in the other forums, come check us out: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3322-100-pounds-with-no-surgery

@beatyfamily1 please take a look at your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) versus your TDEE on either IIFYM.com or http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/ , to safely lose weight (not sacrifice muscle) you should eat in between these two. You should not be afraid of protein or healthy fats because these keep you full…

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@agpelc where did you come up with the 1200 calories? How are you splitting your macros, fats, carbs, proteins? Have you run your numbers for BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate calories needed for your basic life functions = breathing, etc) and TDEE (total daily energy expenditure) which uses your age, gender, height, weight,…

Great job making the choice towards a healthier lifestyle. I would suggest checking out another more specific group on MFP, http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/3322-100-pounds-with-no-surgery They are an Awetastic group of folks who are in or have been in the same boat, yes the struggle is real but it is a whole lot…

Based on my IIFYM profile, I am 125 grams carbs per day...I split it up as I seem fit. I definitely do not eat anywhere near the carbs I use to eat, but I still feel great and actually satiated with eating more nutrient dense food just less of it. Back in the day I would have blow all of my carbs by breakfast with what I…