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You'll most likely go into starvation mode, but if you drink some ACV, and detox with a juice cleanse, you might be able to boost your metabolism.

Yes, that is my profile pic. It was taken at the age of 39 after working myself back into shape after 2 grueling years of fighting cancer and round after round of chemo. It was taken when I won a fitness competition and my picture was used later by the company that sponsored the competition for marketing purposes. Both men…

There are lots of things that can legally pass a dress code but still be considered tasteless. No, we can't make her wear more appropriate clothing, and yes, it is her right to dress as she pleases, but that doesn't mean she should be immune from criticism. To be clear, there is a distinct difference for criticizing…

I understand the point you are making, and I still stand by mine. I think that her actions at the game lacked class, and I would feel that way regardless of her body type. I wouldn't say that all sporting events are wholesome places, but I would say that there should at least be a level of decency at these events. If a fan…

I am not claiming that none of what you described never happens, but I can't say I have ever had a bad experience with my ladies at a sporting event. Yes, it's possible to get hit by a baseball, but thats why I don't seat a 3, 5, and 7 year old down either foul line. I make sure we have seats somewhere with a good view…

I think maybe you do need to choose different venues. I have been to all sorts of sporting events all over the country, and I believe you are mistaken if you believe that everything you described above is common place.

The conversation wasn't surrounding the Laker Girls uniforms, and I think that is a completely different debate topic. There are plenty of things I worry about as a parent, and I wouldn't want my daughters leaving the house dressed as skimpy as they are either. When I said what Lizzo was wearing was in bad taste, that in…

I am not saying that what Jillian Michaels said was right, or even in good taste, but I also feel that its ridiculous to not expect people to have a reaction to the way she dressed at the game. As you pointed out, she is definitely not the first person to display her body publically like that, but everyone in the past had…

If you want to cut body fat, you need a calorie deficit. Resistance training to build/retain muscle is also very important, but IF isn't necessary at all unless that is the only way to achieve the calorie deficit. You just need a good strength training routine, a calorie deficit, and adequate protein.

I'm sorry, but I am calling *kitten*. Anyone with your stats eating only 800-1000 calories daily over a period of months would not have the energy to run 4-8 miles a day, they would be permanently exhausted. I also don't believe for a second that anyone eating 800 calories a day over a long period of time is not hungry.…

Seriously? Look at some of the claims made by other "fitness" products and tell me that Peloton couldn't have clarified any benefits. There are infomercials for other products that claim all sorts of things, and its not hard to claim a benefit as long as its clarified that those results might not be typical for every…

Some people think that simply eating keto regardless of calories is enough to lose weight, so yeah...

I can accept that explanation. Very well thought out and articulated response as always Ann.

You make a good point, as does @aokoye when stating that men typically are not encouraged to be outwardly vulnerable about the topic. There are definitely areas I would like to improve, but I wouldn't ever really feel compelled to have a conversation with anyone about it(outside of this forum of course).

I couldn't disagree more. I don't believe for a second that most men believe they more or less look like fitness models. I think that's actually a pretty insulting statement to make. You may be correct that women overall may be harder on themselves when it comes to their body image, but I don't believe that makes it true…

To add to the bolded, when I hear these claims, I always wonder at what point is the "break" no longer a benefit and then become a detriment? Obviously, the body needs calories both for energy, and to continue to perform vital functions, so if we did need such a break, then when does the body decide it needs food again? I…

So because I disliked the ad, I have a limited understanding of fitness? I would love to hear how you jumped to that conclusion because its ridiculous. I disliked the ad, not because her husband gave her fitness equipment for Christmas, but because it was poorly done in a lot of ways. As pointed out repeatedly in this…

I didn't see anyone get triggered by your description of animal products, you simply got called out because I feel its an inaccurate and blatantly dishonest description. To be perfectly honest, I could care less what your thoughts are about meat, or whether or not you find it appetizing. Your thoughts and beliefs wouldn't…

To me, her nervousness over her first ride was more of an indication that it was a surprise gift, but of course everyone interprets things differently. I feel silly even commenting on my interpretation though, because its kind of ridiculous that this commercial is being analyzed as much as it is. I think people are going…

Your first post in this thread was actually well thought out and despite the fact that I do eat meat, I agreed with most of what you said because it makes sense. Then you went and replied with this drivel and just made yourself look like another crazy fanatic who buys into every piece of propaganda the anti animal products…

What irritates me about the ad, is he bought her a $2000 piece of exercise equipment, and her gift the following year in return is a video of her telling him how much she loves it??? Maybe I am misinterpreting the ad, but I always laughed about that. Its going to make my gift giving this year much easier though, I am just…

I just turned 40 on Saturday, can I be part of the cool kids club now? :smiley:

The fact that someone disagreed with your personal experience just shows how delusional that person is. Personally, I think your story is inspiring. There are dozens of health markers that can dramatically improve with weight loss, and of course that is going to make a person feel physically better as well. I also agree…

You don't magically feel healthier when you lose weight, you actually are healthier. I think you absolutely are in denial about the health differences between being obese, and being at a healthy weight.

You know how I know you didn't read through the entire thread? Seriously, this is like the same *kitten* on repeat, and it's obvious that these people haven't read anything other than a blog post on a pro-IF site, or some other "expert" who is selling magical weight loss cures to sell books. It cracks me up when I hear…

If you set your rate of loss at half a pound per week there is no reason you shouldn't be able to hit that goal by then. I don't see any issue with having a timeline as long as the goal is reasonable and not overly aggressive. With your proposed timeline, it allows for slip ups and the occasional diet break if needed, so I…

You have repeatedly claimed IF gives metabolic advantages without once providing any sort of proof outside of your n=1. If that isn't disputing science, then I don't know what is. When you get called out on it, instead of offering proof, you offer more n=1 arguments, then you say you don't want to debate and backpedal. You…

I was a college athlete, and probably 99% of the time, the greatest athletes did not practice IF. As athletes it was very important to fuel our bodies at all times, and our performances were definitely negatively affected if we didn't. Again, your personal beliefs and experiences do not invalidate science. You are clearly…

I get that you are basing your beliefs on your personal experience. I don't think anyone is confused by that. My point is, I am not going to take your n=1 as proof that IF offers a metabolic advantage when there is no scientific evidence to suggest it does. I naturally practiced IF for a number of years and gained weight…