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This just makes me so sad, I'm so sorry that you had to have this happen to you. I really hope that you report both accounts to management, but I also wouldn't let this stop you shopping in the stores. The only way to stand up to this form of bullying aka fat shaming is to literally not go away, go in there, buy all your…

Do whatever exercise makes you happy and you feel comfortable with. Do you feel comfortable doing yoga in the morning - do it! Do you feel comfortable going for a walk - do it! Do you feel comfortable lifting heavy in the morning - do it! I would say if you are completely unfit to start with the "lighter" exercises like…

I must admit that seeing the weight-loss in both the scale, body and in clothing that I wear has kept me so motivated. I am also finding the fitter I am getting the more motivated I am being to hit the same amount of calories that I used to when I started.

The thing that keeps me on track (whether I've had a bad few days or not) is meal planning. I plan my breakfasts and lunches, know exactly what calories I have and what I have spare and that usually keeps me on track. I do find (personally) that if I have had a few days of bad eating (or a binge) that to swear off treats…

Please don't keep taking the laxatives - they can have severe health repercussions. Rather try for natural remedies, dried fruit, lots of water, lots of fiber, exercise, licorice (or even licorice tea). I think what would be best for you is to leave your job to focus on getting your health back, and report them to whatever…

Don't let it get you too far down. I find that if I have a PMS craving it won't go away till I answer it, so I look for the easiest and healthy way to answer it - peanut butter, nutella on wholewheat toast, 2 squares of dark chocolate - whatever works for you. I found that on the day that I was completely ravenous (we all…

I have been diagnosed with asthma but have never had an exercise induced attack (mainly food related), try walking, swimming, cycling etc. You should also be able to do body weight ex and weights. But as always listen to your body when you need to.

My weight has bounced up and down in the range of 1-1.5kg for the two weeks of TOM time. I find the week of my period I will still reflect a good weightloss but the week after I won't have as good a loss (last month it was .5grm this month it was .1grm) I don't mind the weight so much as the feeling bloated because that…

I find that pre-logging helps me stay within my calorie goals and shows roughly how much I eat per meal. Also I try to fill up on lower calorie foods - cottage cheese, salads, veggies, fruit, beans/ lentils etc. this helps keep me full for a small amount of calories. I try to keep to the same meal each morning and lunch…

I'm planning on going on holiday in December I'm also hoping to drop another roughly 10kgs by then - I won't be very close to my goal weight, but I'll certainly be skinnier and healthier. I'm looking forward to being able to do fun, adventurous, and fitness based activities instead of being worn out from walking around…

I spoke to my doctor about this previously as I was having two cycles a month :s He mentioned that a fluctuation in weight of as little as 500grms (either way) can effect your menstrual cycle, as you have lost a considerable amount of weight (over a considerable amount of time, I'm sure) it is possible that this is what…

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I haven't had many cravings, but when I have I've allowed myself to eat a small portion of the thing and logged it, I've only let myself do this on days when I've logged a good workout as well. I think it also depends on what craving you're having - is it your TOM? Because if your anything like me I'll eat everything else…

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I tend to stick to some of the following snacks: Plain yogurt - with a teaspoon of berry jam Hummus & carrot sticks wholewheat crackers, cottage cheese, ham Rice cakes with a little bovril an orange cut in wedges 100cal snack pack of jelly sweets ready made jelly :)

Hi, I weigh everyday and if asked I will tell what I've lost on that day. Even though I weigh every day, I choose one day to "compare" my weight to the previous week - I started weighing on a Monday so as long as I'm under what I was the Monday before I'm happy. Also keep in mind that yes, weight fluctuates but as long as…

Good on you for having goals, while they may seem a little unsustainable - that's a lot of swimming and exercise and very little calories! - it's so important to have goals. Can I be the first to say, make sure you take enough rest days these are SO important for recovery and actually create better training methods. As for…

This is just how I do it, it may be very different from what other people do. If I am making a meal at home I will add the entire ingredient list in the "My Recipes & Foods" section of the app, I then split the meal into however many meals it will make/ portion sizes and dish myself up this. I think you can also do this by…

Yip, sounds like you're on the right track. Another tip is fresh over fried - so chose fresh veggies/ grilled options over fried/ pastries and party foods.

I enjoy having Chia pudding when a sweet craving strikes, at least I know that I'm getting some protein, carbs and all healthy. 1 cup of milk (I like almond) 1/4 cup of chia seeds 1/2 teaspoon of honey/ liquid sweetner Mix and leave overnight - I make a weeks worth and leave it in the fridge. Works out to about 100cals per…

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I used a great over night out recipe it was pretty much: 2 cups oats 1 cup milk (whichever you like) 1 cup yogurt sprinkle of Cinnamon & ginger 2 grated apples tsp vanilla extract Then you add whatever other fruit/ nuts/ seeds that you want to it. I usually add some mixed omega 3 seeds, pomegranate, raisins or some…

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You can also get Omega-3 seed oil capsuals - these are great because they mean no fishy burps but all the omegas!

I got a pair of these: http://www.plantronics.com/au/product/backbeat-fit They are amazing!! They hold a charge amazingly well, the music quality is tops and they are sweat resistant! They are absolutely perfect for running/ activity and the fact that they are wireless is a huge plus!!

I'm in South Africa and most mornings I try to be up at 4:30am to be at gym by 5am. You're so right that it does really improve moods, sleep, activity and diet - I suppose keeping any routine will do this. I find it the best time to fit everything in as then I can have the rest of the day to do whatever else comes up -…

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Wohooo! Congratulations, you are looking great!

Hi, a friend of mine is a personal trainer and she has written a blog post about training in the month of Ramadan - I don't think I'm allowed to post it here so inbox me if you want the link. Other than that I would advise you to focus more on stretching, core work perhaps swimming as well as this doesn't cause as much…

Well done on keeping up with the program, loosing your 60pounds and thinking about your loved one's health in the process. I agree with a lot of what everyone above has said, making changes can be hard and having someone that you love change too can also bring added anxiety. Truth is pretty much the only option as well;…