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  • Based on what I have read it sounds like you are a bit of a gym-a-phobe? There was a previous post mentioning how you were able to fit this into your macros on such a low calorie diet. A couple of thoughts based on what I have read (apologies if i'm off base): - Start going to the gym and get someone to do up a strength…
    in Can't live without my white rice! Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • I know it's tempting as all hell to eat as little as possible to drop the weight, but's it's not the best way to do it in a 'normal' scenario. Read the above link and follow the advice. This is a life long journey and it doesn't end when you lose the weight so learn learn learn. Focus more on 're-composing' your body. You…
    in Calorie intake Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • I use Prana On Plant Power protein powder and highly recommend it. Mixes well and has a decent range of flavours. Not sure how much you'll spend in the U.S. but here in Aus the normal price is $69.00/kg. I try to take advantage of the sales :) Still it works out to be $2.80 AUD / serve for around 30g of protein inc some…
    in Vegan protein recommendations Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Haha fair call! That site does appeal to the "bro's" out there, but I love that it is simple to understand and he doesn't have many of the "73 ways to grow your biceps" articles. The general punter out there isn't willing to trawl studies for the information they want. This Aadam guy presents some solid advice in an easy…
    in Advice Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • I always have my coffee and cake (or sweet treat) at some stage in the day and this keeps me on the straight and narrow. Also as someone above said, plan your meals in advance if possible, modify/balance it out on MFP and stick to it. If you have a sweet/savory tooth then anything else just wont cut it. Build it into your…
    in Eating Without Being Hungry Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Hey Alex, I can recommend a site for you to visit - physiqonomics.com/. If you can handle the language on there it's a great resource to sink your teeth into. He's a believer in the IIFYM protocol which is what I'm using to lose weight (also at 1850 cals) at .25 kg/week. It is definitely possible for a "noob" lifter to…
    in Advice Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Bloody good effort everyone - you are all inspirations to those on their weight loss journeys. Also shows the battle isn't over once you hit your goal weight! Keep up the good work :smiley:
    in Maintainers weekly Check-in January 2018 Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Hey mlh2018! Are you eating close to your calorie allowance for the day? From the sounds of your post you might be trying to eat way under on some days? Following the IIFYM principle works perfectly with MFP and is far from restrictive! Apologies if I have it wrong - just a concerned citizen :smiley:
    in Shocking first day of food tracking Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • "Glistened and shone at me" :smiley: :smiley: Love it! Luckily me and cheese don't play well together, but I have a sweet tooth from hell. The great thing about MFP is it gives you the tools and lets you ask the question....does it fit my macros for the day? If not, can I do something to offset it like exercise or modify…
    in Shocking first day of food tracking Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • If you have a sweet tooth then forget it lol. As stated above Keto is tough, maybe the toughest of all diets? You have read right - good old fashioned calorie counting is king. Also look up IIFYM for a flexible approach (complete opposite to what you asked for but good to get a broad idea of whats out there). In the end…
    in What was/is your experience with the Ketogenic diet? Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Trawling through those pages of unhelpful comments it's refreshing to see a post from someone who has actually done it...and survived! It's a miracle! Nice work on the post, you've covered my experience (and then some) - I just wanted to add my 2 cents... My own little disclaimer - The following is by no means advice, just…
    in Water Fasting...What's your experience? Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Assuming you've told MFP your daily activity level (Sedentary etc) then just stick to the number it gives you. If you set out on a dedicated exercise sesh (walking, weights or whatever) and track it then feel free to eat part of or all of the calories it gives you for the additional exercise. Don't be afraid to eat your…
    in Little help Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • It really shows how addictive sugar is when you stop eating low carb! It works for some (with iron wills) but if you have a sweet tooth you're pretty much doomed to fail and the failure is delicious and sweet - for a little while anyway until you hit those scales :smiley: As suggestions above have said, do the MFP goal…
    in Has anyone ever successfully tranitioned from Keto to a more "normal" diet? Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • 4 hours is a long time in my book mate especially if you're an active person. Like the others have said you could just eat if you have calories left. This begs the question though whether you have something you can eat? If it fits your macros then go for it otherwise just berate yourself for not being prepared and eat a…
    in Bed time cravings Comment by chestinator January 2018
  • Good on you Annie - I'm 34 this month and on track thanks to this handy website. Keeping track of your macros/calories is the surest way to success I believe. I'v tried tons of diets just to see what they were about and by far the most effective tool i've found is myfitnesspal so make sure you're logging everything! Some…
    in Turning 34 in September (rant) Comment by chestinator January 2018
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