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It depends on the person. For some people, knowing that others are following you adds another level of accountability. For some, it's the "since I'm in the neighborhood..." factor. By coming to the site to socializing, they are reminded to log their activities. Yet, there are some who could take or leave the social media…

I don't think anyone said that you can't lose fat. I certainly did not. If you read my post carefully, you'll see that I said that eating anything can result in losing the good stuff (water, muscle) along with the bad (fat). The problem is the thinking that calorie counting is sufficient for becoming healthy. The fact is…

Sometimes I feel like it's harder to lose 5-10 pounds than 50-100. But then again, I've never tried to lose 50-100 pounds so feel free take my comment with a grain of salt.

I don't eat that much when I go out but you'd be surprised by the calorie counts for some of these foods! The other day, I met a friend at Starbucks for breakfast. I got a breakfast sandwich and an almond milk latte. 960 calories (even without the whipped cream)! Fortunately, I'm taller so my BMR is ~1600 calories and I'm…

Thanks @Havanaohlala for the advice! My primary diet concern is knowing which nutrients I need. Since my diagnosis, I've been pretty obsessive about eating around my nutritional needs. If I'm being honest, I've been that way my whole life. But with the early menopause, its so confusing! There are so many "verified"…

Haha! That's mine just for today!

I'm an awful person because I texted someone mid-coitus.

That's not awful. You were trying to spare his feelings. It happens.

Welcome to the group! I, too, joined a couple of days ago, but you should be welcomed nonetheless. 1) From the MFP FAQ page: On the Web - Username or Email address Log into your account on our website at http://www.myfitnesspal.com. Mobile app users should log in using the same username and password they use in the app.…

I'm sorry that you have to go through this. I have a bunch of advice to give but that is for another time if you actually want it. You are so smart to think ahead like this. I really wish I had thought ahead. I could have saved a lot of money in delivery options. You can't go wrong with soups. My favorite was a Minestrone…

This is one of my go-to favorites (I love green beans and it's super easy): http://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/feta-and-walnut-blistered-green-beans I made this one Thanksgiving and converted my mom (who ordinarily hates cooked carrots): http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/carrot-souffl

I get how you feel. I'm in my 30s too and I don't feel middle aged. I still call myself a young professional. But if we're being honest, people in their 30s are middle aged since the end usually happens in the 60s, 70s and 80s.

I'm in a similar boat. I'm 39 and looking to contour my body. I've been curvy-athletic most of my life and recently discovered that I am a little fatter than I'm used to. I feel most comfortable when my BFP is in the 18-21% range, but I think I'm at 26% right now. I care more about BFP than weight, but it would be nice to…

I get that. For me it's all about the personality. Sometimes, the super attractive guys can be total creepers. It does make me uncomfortable though, especially if my BF is in the room

I usually consume around 1500. Sometimes, it's as low as 1000. But when I go out with friends, it's around 2100-2400 depending on where we go.

Why? It's true and based on Scientific Research. Plus it's incredibly rude to tell someone to ignore another person's post.

I couldn't commit to my BF until after I slept with someone who was totally not worth it. I deserve every bit of karma coming to me.

1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems. 2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet…

@lorrpb : It wasn't the looking that bothered me, but the ugliness in their actions.

I don't understand why people are making me out to be this horrible Sad Lady because I did nothing wrong (except share my private thoughts anonymously). I suppose the situation triggered some personal insecurities, making it easier to identify with the bullies instead of me. If you take the fitness class context out of my…

To everyone else(particularly those who have misrepresented my words): You've made up your mind so there is no f-ing point in trying to get you to understand what really happened in that room.

I had planned to leave this thread an never look back, because it is really draining my energy. But I'm glad that I'd forgotten to close the tab and read your post because you're the first person to explain your ire instead of going straight to attack mode and/or twisting my words into something sinister. You're right…

That was actually my point. Had she truly been trying her best, she wouldn't have tried to compare and contrast her workout to my workout. If she needed to self correct, she would have done so after looking at the instructor's demonstration (who was less than five feet in front of her) or, at the very least, my friend who…

WTF? How can you possibly come to that conclusion? I explicitly stated that I just want to be judged on things that are real and not because of my exterior. Saying that is akin to not wanting to be lumped with "those other fat people" is tantamount to saying that a black person's desire not to be profiled is motivated by a…

OK so this thread has turned into something ridiculous. All I wanted was to share an SMH moment, have a quick laugh with others who may (or may not) have been in the same boat, and move on. Yet, somehow, the discussion has morphed into a debate about rude people at the gym, real v. perceived insults, self esteem, etc. etc.…

Honestly, I didn't care about them seeing me, I was worried about them distracting me from my practice. I had to close my eyes half the time But I'm honestly curious. Why look at a classmate when the instructor provides a perfectly good example? And why adjust position only after looking at the classmate - especially when…

For the record, the point of my post was not the condescending remarks I get. I just wanted to share the funny story of people failing in their attempts to obviously one up me. The condescension was just the build up...

Maybe that's my problem. I keep forgetting to wear my resting *kitten* face to the gym. Without it, people think I want their approval.

Do you live in the Southern US? I'm from LA, but I get around. When I lived in the South, no one ever said anything rude to me about anything (even when I deserved it). It was like that in Canada too. But in the cities where I spend most of my time (LA, NY, Boston, DC) people aren't shy about expressing their opinions.

You're exactly the way you need to be. I'm sure the newbies really appreciated you.