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@scookie0403 How are you coming along with your goals?

@gal4u2nv My usual macros are at 15%/50%/35%, highest on Fat. I try to get between 120g to 150g of fat in addition to keeping my carbs below 30g if I can on my Keto days. On my carb day I lower fat to around 10%, all still trying to maintain my deficit. I have learned that everyday is different and sometimes I will go over…

@chrissydag01 I am not going to lie, it takes me about 2 to 3 days to get back into ketosis. I then stay on keto for 4 days then have a carb day. As far as starvation mode goes for I.F. I am sure that the benefits of I.F. stretch to about 48 hours.

@Tamiwynell The I.F. protocol is simple, you don't eat for a prolonged period of time and wait for a feeding period to open up later on in the day. This in turn creates a period of mild ketosis from not eating for 16+ hours "Lean Gains" protocol (16 Hour Fast/ 8 Hour Feeding Window) , in addition the period of time you are…

@tdchurches I have lost a total of 19 pounds with I.F. and I lost 8 pounds with Keto since I started. It is definitely a hard road living the Ketogenic lifestyle. I have much admiration and respect for anyone that can achieve and maintain this diet for a prolonged period of time. It takes extra discipline and dedication to…

That's great that you are starting back on Keto. I am sad to hear that you only lost a few pounds on IF, you have to make sure maintain a 500 calorie deficit. This helped me continuously lose and never gain weight, I believe whole heartedly that it is a phenomenal tool to use in aiding in weight loss. It has challenged me…

I am at a bit of a plateau, I am switching my macros for the next 2 weeks. I am mixing keto in with my IF. Hopefully it can help give me a bit of a push.

My fave is taco Tuesday lettuce wrap. I use ground turkey, taco seasoning and fresh lettuce leaves. They are mmm mm good!

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Im ready for February, I started working out at least 4 times a week. I knock out my cardio first, so I don't try to sham out on it at the end. I am feeling pretty sore but I know that that's a goo sign that I put in work. "Lets Do This", lets get it!

Thank you so much, she turned 4. She is too funny and acts like she is 35.

If you do finally follow that great advice from your spouse. I think you should choose 2 meals that you absolutely love, like whatever your 2 all time favorite dishes are. This will make it more fulfilling, and by all time favorites I mean those 2 meals you could never get tired of. The deserted Island 2 meals.

Looks like you are still on track to me, even with today being a total Monday. You made healthy choices early in the day and you are finishing strong. Maintain!!!

Cheating is mandatory! I say out of a month 15% of that month should be devoted to cheat meals. That's about 4.5 days, which for me come on the weekend either Saturday or Sunday of each week I find one meal to get it in! Not an entire day of cheating, but a meal.

@scookie0403 It's not a sprint but a marathon. Keep up the good work!

Keep up the great work @amandacmariej

My nutrition was atrocious, I was at my daughters birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese and I got there at fast break time. Needless to say, I ate some pizza ooooh and a couple of cupcakes. I am back to normal today, im happy I got the opportunity to break from the usual. I believe that having a time to "cheat" on your meal…

@scookie0403 and @amandacmariej you all are right! I think around the 3 week mark is when you have made something a habit. It is so easy for me to log my food now. I log everything to stay accountable, the good the bad and the ugly. I am starting to see results and I just cant wait to see what will happen once my workouts…

@scookie0403 my pleasure!

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Check this out. https://youtu.be/wifHZ9Qe5H4 I hope it helps and please let me know what you think.

My water intake yesterday was lacking, today I must step it up. I am going for a gallon by nightfall. I feel like my habits are becoming more like muscle memory or natural. I wish to continue seeking wellness and additional ways to enhance my weight loss journey. I hope to make it past the 30 day threshold, habits are more…

@amandacmariej It was my pleasure, and I am proud to serve every single day. Please keep me posted on what you come up with after your research of IF. I will tell you this IF isn't a diet it's life. Enjoy your day and all the ones that follow, I too wish you nothing but the best and much success!

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Great question! Well the event that led me to even begin my journey with intermittent fasting was really an accident. I am in the Army and have typically been active my whole career, up until I landed a desk job at Walter Reed Military Medical Center in Maryland. I worked there for 3 1/2 years and have since moved another…

Hi everybody, I love that you all are trying to lower carbs. I am trying a week of the ketogenic diet in addition to my fasting. I hope I can achieve some great results. My energy level is pretty good even with the low to no carbs. I think I can slightly attribute this to the black coffee with no cream or sugar in the…