Dano74 Member

You. Are. 128%. Legit. The fact you're calling companies to dial this in... laser focused. Also, you used "Rad". +1

Anecdotal, grain of salt personal experience: Crashing just like you. Increased carbs (and subsequently, calories). No more crashes, way more energy.

I don't think we're at odds here- just obviously operating off different baseline assumptions. Agreed: No one's losing weight by eating above their maintenance. I was pointing out that if calories are gross 1200, she's already below even a recommended deficit and that eating more may very well shift the needle. There's no…

I get where you're coming from-- in this case, the 1200 calories isn't her maintenance- it's her diet and most likely the base default MFP floors out-- on top of which she is working out 5 times a week. She's not even close to maintenance, much less covering BMR, even with a calorie bump.

With all due respect, this isn't true at all.

You're OK. Beach body has some great stuff and great, affirming coaches. You needn't give that up. I think most people are just pointing out being a BB coach doesn't come with any qualification as evidenced by her recommendations so take that advice with a grain of salt/second, researched opinions. No doubt your coach is…

I use premium. A lot of the features are oberstated but the Convenience for macro tracking is worth that feature alone for this guy. But buy the year, not by month if you decide it's for you.

I wouldn't discount to the elliptical based on inaccurate calorie counting. You wouldn't be using any cardio machine in the gym if that were the case.

Yikes to your coach recommendations as they show a generally uneducated recommendation and baseline. Keep her for her motivation, etc. Do not rely on her for your nutrition advice. That's what the program nutrition guides are for.

I seldom eat lunch and bank those calories for glorious all night eating, snacking and happy satisfaction. Hasn't dented any of my goals and progress in the slightest. But it did hurt Doctor BroScience's feelings.

Dafudge you say? ;)

Kind of a generic answer buuuuut... do what gets you motivated to go to another workout. If that's kickboxing-- jackpot. Chalene Extreme can definitely help with modification- just lift heavier. Track your progress, and see if you can't lift heavier the next week. Beachbody programs are all typically periodized and built…

Then you're on your way. Might feel like this at first (it very well could the first few weeks- even month or so): ... but stay focused regardless of the scale. Consistency builds and momentum starts happening.

Depends on the person- could be days or weeks. Definitely look down the road and be patient with it. If you're doing everything right in your caloric needs and hitting that workout, your changes are coming.

No need to overthink it: Calorie deficit and patience. That's it.

Yaaaaassss. Sustainability is the name of the game and chicken boobs and celery, after some time, is the worst. Ideas: We love street tacos. Super Simple: corn tortillas, shredded chicken (slow cooked, grilled and seasoned or even pre-packaged), cilatro, lime juice. Hot sauce. Done and done. Kids may not like the combo,…

Also, Yes. :)

True... for those new to lifting/deconditioned retraining as some studies have illustrated, which OP may be. Even so, naturally built muscle isn't going to be bonkers scale moving enough to credit the scale increase as being associated with multiple pound weight gains during the week.

As well intentioned as it is, the idea that if someone isn't losing weight, despite activity and proper intake, they are eating enough or "too much", is balderpoppycockdash. I'd bet power greens to powdered donuts OP is not eating enough as her body has adjusted to "the new normal". Her energy levels are low, she's weight…

Muscle gain isn't big or dramatic... you're doing really well with 1 lb. a month and that's at a caloric surplus. No need to work around the issue if you're in fat loss mode. ... and I kind of assumed there. Are you in fat loss mode?

Good for you! My oldest has gone bonkers in motox, so he spends a lot of time bmx-ing when he's not burning gas. No racing, but I'm getting familiar with the riding lifestyle. Fun stuff!

Macros align with calories... if you're doing it right, it takes care of itself.

:D It's the magic of increased calories... aaaaand the help of a local breakfast diner on Sundays.

Competition prep is a world of its own, for sure. A note of caution... you may have to unlearn what you learn via You Tube when your coach comes into play. Don't fear Bambi- that's why you hire a coach.

Yuuuuuge fan of "flexible dieting" and macro-ing.

Picking a program (or hitting up any number of free workouts/resources) that you find fun is key. Plenty of themed programs- dance, "fighting", calisthenics, body weight, etc. It's just a matter of exploring those options and aligning them with your goals. All of them will get you active... only you can determine which one…

Higher in calories (2700), so I have more play... Breakfast: Buttermilk pancakes with cream cheese frosting, cinnamon and caramel. Breakfast burrito with egg whites, black beans, salsa, peppers and country potatoes. Lunch: Tuna sandwich with potato chips and strawberries. Dinner: Grilled chicken, broccoli and potato with…

Slamming into a mental brick wall when seeing fluctuations is a normal reaction but one that needs to be put in perspective: going off the rails at a .6 fluctuation is a short term view when a long view will better serve you. Numbers on a scale are difficult to dismiss as it's the easy measuring stick.... but if you can,…

Eat up and go to bed happy knowing you're full and free from the shady influence of broscience.

Feel free to add... honestly, the motivation is in the doing. Congrats on taking the step!