vlaclair

LOL - thanks! I needed that!

Does anyone know if this is true? I've heard this before, that when you first start out, muscles are retaining water making you actually a little heavier. Maybe the answer lies in increasing cardio and more squats! We shall see...

I am definitely already on the light and petite side, at 5'1 and 117 lbs. My goal to lose 5 lbs isn't extreme, and since I don't eat much regularly, 1200 calories didn't seem like a big deal. But throwing in more time at the gym makes me hungry so I range anywhere from 1200 to 1500 calories depending on what I do for…

Oh, as for what I do for exercise.... Zumba - once a week (60 min) Tabata - once a week (60 min) Running - twice a week (2 miles) Strength Training - twice a week (60 min) What I do for exercise, usually depends on my work/life schedule and what's available at the YMCA. I'm also going to start a HulaFit class next week! So…

This is all very helpful! I started off with the 1200 calorie plan, because that was the "goal" set up by MFP. I honestly don't take in much more than that on a regular basis. I'm not a big eater, but it has helped me to choose more wisely what I do eat. Some of my favorite foods are chips, hummus and cheese! But you may…