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http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/ 1000 calories is likely too few. Please visit the above website for a more accurate calorie count and additional information. If you are stuck, it could very well be because you are not eating enough. Now get off this board, read medically supported information, and have this…

Ooh I forgot about liquid chalk. Love that stuff!!

That last sentence is what resonates with everything I have been saying. I liken it to marijuana. Studies have shown over and over that marijuana has no physical addictive properties. But it is absolutely psychologically addictive. I view sugar in the same light. It would be difficult to design a study which separates out…

You have no reason to be embarassed. Good on you for the work! Your success is because you worked hard as hell, likely fell more than once, picked yourself up, and now here you are. That is a feat of superhuman determination and you should be proud of your hard work.

I just wonder how many here have actually worked with people with addictions in a professional setting. The human psyche is so much more complicated than we can even begin to fathom. I am actually a behavioral psychologist, have worked in addictions and rehabilitation for over a decade. I assure you, my explanations are…

I think I have tried them all. Started with gloves because I didn't want "man hands". Got over that. Used straps for a while when doing deads, especially once I crossed 225#. Then we got a hex bar. <3 <3 <3 Realized that neither is practical over the long term. Am I going to glove up to do yard work? So, now my bag is full…

Only if they are being a judgmental jerk because I am using XXX instead of YYY. I feel like people should do what they like best and are going to stick to. It's really that simple.

Dry. But somehow 2 servings of pasta boils up into 97 servings. I'm never quite sure how that happens.

Do what works best for you and tell those who think otherwise to kitten off. >:)

First, I think that would entirely depend on the problem foods. If all the problem items are sugary treats, than yes, I feel it can be called a sugar addiction. If it is all chips and salty snacks, than one could argue a potential salt addiction. And I know people who have actually eaten a spoonful of sugar. Other than…

God Bless those of you who can even be awake or coherent at that hour, let alone work out. I admire your tenacity. The only way I am at the gym at 5am is if I was up all night. >:)

@siraphine In for a REAL close second place win.

@AnAbsoluteDiva You win the internet.

I subtract the sugar from fruits and don't worry about it.

Hmm. I read it all again. No specifier for physiologically addictive, but did specify behavioral and emotional concerns. And you are correct, it does not mean "everyone" is addicted, and I implied no such thing. Of course there is a spectrum, as you said "a vast number of steps between "no problem at all" and "addiction".…

Let's start with the basic definition of addiction, as brought to you by ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine): "Addiction is characterized by inability to consistently abstain, impairment in behavioral control, craving, diminished recognition of significant problems with one’s behaviors and interpersonal…

I always want to high five or fist bump or "keep it up!" the newbies, but I fear that would be weird. Being new is hard enough, I wouldn't want someone to think I am being a smart donkey.

I have been where you are. I used to hide in the back and pray no one saw me. 3 years later? I showed up for class late (what gym schedules 5pm classes anyway?!?!) and happily took my spot front and center. My knees are going bad, so modifications? Yes ma'am. You will never see me do a lunge because it hurts. I do squats…

Well my physics professor would argue otherwise. Weight, density, and volume are three different things. But like I said, ZFG.

Nope. Sure didn't. And didn't read 99% of the 5 pages of answers. Just answered the question. ZFG. But thanks for pointing out that apparently I can't have the same answer as someone else.

That a pound of fat weighs more than a pound of muscle. NO. One pound = one pound. I don't care if it's a pound of feathers or a pound of rocks. Muscle is more DENSE thus takes up less space. Just like the brains of some of the folks on this site.

They are sugar covered frosting. I'm sorry, but are we really asking if Pop Tarts are healthy??

I disagree. I don't juice so much as I puree, because I don't want to lose the fiber. And I get a LOT more veggies and fruits since I started. It's a matter of finding the recipes you like. Veggies? Gazpacho is my FAVORITE. I add a jalapeno for the heat.

Pat him on the head and tell him to take a long walk off a short pier.

Oh honey. Don't use the Smith machine. Ever. It's horrible and forces you into unnatural positions. If you have access to one, I suggest a Hex Bar. LOVE mine. I find it forces me to have good form and your shoulders hang naturally as opposed to how you hold a straight bar. You can get one for about $100. The coating is…

100%. A pound of muscle is about 1/3 the size of a pound of fat. A pound always weighs a frigging pound, I don't care if it's feathers and rocks. Ugh. Total pet peeve. Also why it's super important to measure with the tape measure, not just the scale. Keep it up!!!

*The black lady wearing leggings that matched her skin tone exactly. And proceeded to use the leg press machine. *Anyone who talks on the phone while on the cardio equipment. Really?? *The bros. They make me laugh. Spend 2 hours in the gym, lift maybe two things, pose, selfie, flirt, provide unwanted advice to pretty…

THIS COULD BE ME. I fully admit I laughed because I know the struggle. Almost as bad as removing sweaty sports bras.

way too nice. probably friend zoned too often.

I'd would say you look like...who the crap cares. You look GOOD.