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I'm giving it a try...feel great! Feel free to add me!

I'm giving it a go...my body doesn't seem to like carbs much anymore.

I'm a firefighter/paramedic just outside Chicago...thankful to have this job but in all honesty it can wear you down physically/mentally.

The only way I got through it was food prepping twice a week. I'm not a picky eater so it wasn't that bad...I did miss booze tho, and pizza.

I was just going to post a similar question...I want to upgrade to do this but I want to make sure it's worth it before I purchase the premium option.

I've done strict paleo on and off over the past 4 years...the hardest thing for me is booze and diary. Good luck!!

I'm kinda in the same boat...ten pounds would be great but it looks like I'm going to have to get real strict for it to come off. I'm thinking no booze, more veggies and less red meat.

Firefighter/paramedic here. yeah, stress, lack of sleep and crazy schedule can wreak havoc on our lifestyle!

I did it for almost four years...I'm doing my own thing now. It has its positives...and negatives. Really depends on the programming, coaching and how the owner runs their business.

I did it for almost 4 years...I could ramble on and on about the pros and cons! I would say this...if you have more than one CF "box" research them...look at the trainer profiles. If they only have one or two cert than that's a red flag. If you start working out there...and your unusually sore and hear others complaining…

Firefighter/paramedic.

Some great points here! I've done some paleo challenges and I did lean out a bit and felt great..but I felt it was not sustainable and I didn't have the same performance in the gym because I was probably not eating enough fats. I saw some people mention that people don't lose weight because they eat too much...possibly,…

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Yep...same problem here. I try to workout out a little extra on weekends and if I have booze keep the food portion somewhat clean. But...doesn't always work out that way.

I think if you haven't really lifted weights before...find a local gym that will teach you how to properly squat, deadlift and press. Once you learn these movements with a decent diet you will be shocked how your body responds! Feel free to add me if you like.

I would! But I live half way around the world from you!

I have the same issue...and no, your not an alcoholic and I'm not either. But...it is much harder to lean out when you have a few drinks each day. I try to not drink more than a few beers a week...and I'll have wine or a few whiskeys or vodkas instead to cut calories. I enjoy social drinking..but I also eat pretty good and…

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Heavy resistance training(think squats, deadlifts, presses) and a clean diet with lots of good calories.

Exactly trvshm...I think a lot of people aren't eating enough, especially if they ar le exercising.

Yep..just think of doing a lot of work in a short amount of time. Not much rest...and you want to feel uncomfortable doing it. I love the rower...do 250 meter "sprints" with a minute rest for 7-10 minutes. I recently joined an Orange theory gym to this 2 times a week...my other workouts are strictly lifting heavy. Good…

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Good luck...train hard and eat clean.

Good for you! It's easier said than done...but think of food as your friend, it's energy to get through the day.

10-15 here too...or just have my clothes for better!

"Fuel my workout"!

Good luck...stay positive and focused.

I have two younger boys...think they are the reason I've put on a few!

Definitely need motivation for the summer too! Feel free to add me too.