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Overall, I would say that you should be evaluating progress over much longer timeframes. Weight on the scale can easily bounce around several pounds. That isn't just day-to-day variation of the scale. But you can go a few week level and then see a drop of several pounds and then level, etc... If that 1500 pounds is about a…

Why not even start at 0.5 / week and set your daily calorie budget based on that? You can always eat less than budget on some days, and that will feel like more of a success and motivation. It will also allow you to avoid the discouragement of going over on some days. Set yourself up to succeed. If you find that eating at…

In order to increase ghrelin levels and get an appetite suppression effect from exercise, you need to be above 75% of VO2 max. You're unlikely to get there from weight work, even if doing circuit training. It may only last for a few hours post-workout, but longer exercises at that intensity have been shown to extend the…

There are quite a number of suggestions here from many people. Hopefully some of them resonated with you and sound like something which would work for you. At the end of the day, that's what matters, finding what works FOR YOU. I struggled with the same thing and I can tell you what worked for me: starting with small goals…

There are also other ways to get a chocolate fix. I put a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder in my fruit and veggie smoothies. No, it isn't the same as a dark chocolate truffle, but it's good. Here's a sample recipe: 1/4pound spinach, 1 small banana, 1c. frozen cherries, 1c. frozen blueberries, 1/2c. pomegranate juice,…

How you exercise can have a big impact on hunger. In particular, I 'd read up on some of the research on cardio exercise and ghrelin. From what I've read, it suggests that longer cardio sessions (over an hour) can lead to ghrelin production which can help suppress appetite for several hours. And doing so regularly can lead…

Not all fruits are the same. It is easy to just keep popping grape after grape in your mouth and they're pretty high in sugar. Cherries at least take a bit more time to eat as you navigate the pits (they also cost more which might cause one to buy fewer). I really like having apples around when I feel the need to eat…

I also have my scale on a tile floor in my bathroom. The tile is slightly uneven. In any given spot, I can weigh myself repeatedly and have consistent weight. However, if I move it slightly, then the weight is different, although consistent in the new location. I am sure level is best -- all my laboratory scales require…

Remember, the other way to affect the calorie deficit is calories out. If you want to eat more and still lose at a faster rate, then just exercise more. But whether you do that or not, what you've done so far, adjusting to what seems like a reasonable goal for you shows wisdom. Being on the right path is the most important…

The research I have seen suggests that a good goal for sustainable weight loss is 10% over a 6 month period. I have generally tried to set my goal at that level and budget my daily net calories that way and then if I beat it, it's great and I've done better than the goal. For losing 2lbs/wk MFP might be right at…

If the main concern is depriving yourself of calories, I would say don't sweat it. If your eating habits are relatively consistent over time then just go with it. If you end up finding that you're losing weight faster than you need to then just up your calorie budget a bit and be consistent about how you eat and log. Keep…

You might not like what others do, so I would start with the things you enjoy at restaurants and try to replicate it at home. It's not too hard. Just be aware that there are things other than dressings which can make restaurant salads pretty unhealthy: Nuts candied in a whole bunch of sugar, fried crunchy stuff, etc... On…

I see this was an old discussion, but new here so thought I would add my thoughts. Resistance training will give the biggest benefit to weight loss if you focus on the larger muscles. Quads, abs, back, etc... Building up small muscles like biceps won't do much. But getting a bit more muscle in the large ones will increase…

Brussels sprouts love high heat so preheat your oven to about 500 or so. Halve the sprouts and toss in a tiny bit of olive oil with some sliced shallots, salt and pepper. Roast them for 15m or a bit longer until well browned on the outside. Splash them with a bit of balsamic vinegar while still very, very hot. Enjoy! I do…

From that menu, the Pollo Loco looks likely to be reasonable. Ask if they'll send corn tortillas instead of flour as others have mentioned. And limit yourself with the rice.

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Perhaps consider using the two systems together for a few months. Do Slimming World, but log what you eat on it to become more aware of how many calories you are actually eating on that plan and how it affects weight gain/loss. I think you will find the logging insightful. As others have said here, how many calories you…

As others have said, please tell us why you want to do this. The question isn't to nag, but nobody can suggest which green juices without knowing what you're trying to achieve. However, keep this in mind: Most of the store-bought drinks really aren't that healthy. They're designed to "feel healthy" and to taste good so you…

I can sympathize with the challenge. I had gotten away from my healthy exercise and eating habits and, since I knew they would work once I got started, it was easy to put it off another day. And it was easy to remember how hard it was the last time. Back in February I just decided I had been putting it off too long. For…

IMO, the important thing is to get in the habit of eating at the level at which you will lose weight. At this point, you cannot change the past. Just as you wouldn't drastically restrict calories below the level you will lose at to compensate for how you ate 3 years ago, don't do it because of what you ate yesterday. If…

So the first step is to make sure you know from your doctor what you can and cannot do. This is actually my situation also. I waited to be fully cleared medically to return to full activity, but there are still a few things which I need to work around and the trainer I'm working with is pretty creative with what exercises…

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Talk to the trainers you're considering. Ask them about their philosophy, as most trainers committed to their profession will have built up their own beliefs. Evaluate whether their philosophy makes sense to you and whether it fits what you are looking for. I was looking for someone who was a stickler for form. Personality…