MichelleMcKeeRN Member

I pay now only for the macro counts. I did years of the free version. The free version is almost the same as the paid version.

I have noticed evenings are a problem area for myself as well. I shifted the vast majority of my calories to afternoon/evenings. Being full reduces my cravings. I think some of it is decision fatigue. I notice I do a lot better when I have a couple pre-counted already prepared meals for the afternoon/evening. I am not…

I indulged far less this year than most years but I am ready to get back at it. I spent Christmas snowboarding so I figure that helped counter my intake. I am back in the gym today 👌

I am on day 3 of low carb. Have enough of the right kind of food. Never get stuck hungry in a social situation with treats around. I found low carb ice cream which is a fun way to switch up my diet.

Low carb snack options: Fried pork skin Cheese crisps Cottage cheese Plain Greek yogurt Veggies with ranch Olives Nuts (bbq habanero almonds are fantastic and not too spicy) Cheese stick Jerky

I am 5’2” and have a goal weight of 125-130lbs. I am right around 145lbs now. Meal prep and regular exercise are the cornerstone for myself. I like having someone to chat with about diet/fitness and am ready to make a permanent change.

I was doing the meat, veggie and carb thing or meat and starchy veggie thing. It became boring really fast. I am cooking more interesting foods. I am on a roll with soups and stir fries right now. Chili for tonight. I am focusing on Whole Foods plus a few other items.

Wow wow wow 🤩 Great job lady!

I drink 3 quarts of water a day (when I am following my plan) and then coffee/tea/other is just extra. I have a 100 ounce water bottle that I fill up for the day. I do think coffee counts toward water intake, I just keep it separate

It depends if you need an easy lunch or if you have time to cook. I like flavored tuna cups (a little more than 20g), big bag of raw veggies (bell pepper, peas, broccoli or whatever). I eat less carbs to make up for the extra fat. Even if you do that you could still squeeze in some melon.

I am 33, 5’2” tall and currently weigh 142lbs on my home scale first thing in the morning. My goal is 130lbs under the same conditions. I am looking for accountability partners that are into fitness/working out. Anyone interested?

You look like a different person! How amazing! Also, your newer glasses and pink top are super cute!

I don’t wear workout shorts much outside of my house for the same reason. I have found if I wear a pair that feels a little too snug on the legs and give them 10 minutes, they stretch to provide comfort but also can’t roll up because my leg taper won’t allow the narrow opening to come up further.

That is a great loss! 18lbs in 3 months takes a lot of effort!

Where’s the pics?

Slime in my bike tires is the best thing I have spent money on in a long time!

Mfp has a couple options. You can pick sedentary and eat back exercise calories as another mentioned or if you are active you can select that option in which case you are allotted extra calories every day. I select active. It works best for my lifestyle.

I would start finding some exercise you enjoy. There are so many options. I love lifting. It definitely helps my appearance!

My advice would be to find some exercise that you actually enjoy and build from there. Personally, I like to have my plan and a tiny goal on the side. For example, I wanted to increase my plank time. I did planks most days at the gym until my times increased. Just a little here and there really adds up over time. I like…

I love Brooks Adrenaline. They have tons of fun patterns.

I have no idea what is recommended. If I am lifting heavy, it might take a minute or two to catch my breath. If I am going light and just warming up, I might not need much of a break. I listen to my body. It might be time to shop for a different personal trainer. They are not all the same.

I am 5’2” tall and about 140lbs first thing in the morning. My bust is about 35” although I don’t measure that so much. My waist is 29” and my hips are 40.5” The thickest part of my thigh is 23” Calves are 15” Biceps are 12.5-13” My ultimate goal is about 125lbs, 35-26.5-38 with 12” biceps and 21” thighs.

I often am running short on time at work and feel this pain. I normally try to eat fruit and vegetables in my lunch bag. I often put a lemon cucumber or a mini English cucumber in my lunch. I grew up on a farm so refrigerating uncut fruit and vegetables doesn’t seem as normal to me. Protein powder in a shaker cup + bottle…

The only thing that makes my calves smaller is weight loss. My goal is 14” calves so I can wear tall boots.... maybe one day.

I don’t trust the exercise calories as they always seem very high. I regularly exercise and set my dietary limits to 1500-1600 calories. There is a way to set your calories to include a more active lifestyle, then you don’t have to add up exercise calories.

I am 5’2” and around 140lbs. I find the general public doesn’t comment on my weight/appearance much. People at the gym are much more likely to notice/comment on a 5 pound weight loss or some muscle definition. Around 5-10lbs of weight loss and I have to buy a size smaller in clothes. It is harder for me to notice my weight…

I have to start by saying I don’t think your belly is dreadful. I understand your feelings though. Doing ab exercises should help the fat to have a smoother platform to rest on.

I have previous shoulder injuries too. If something hurts, I just stop doing it immediately. Lateral raises cause a flair up of the pain so I avoid them. By staying away from irritating exercises, it keeps the pain away and allows me to continue my workouts. Hope it helps!

I think it is personal. Personally, I hate hiit workouts. I would rather lift weights for 2 hours than do 45 minutes of hiit training. I workout in a way that makes the gym enjoyable for me.

Feel free to add me! I am 5’2” and probably 145 pounds now. 130 is my goal weight... maybe 125lbs