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I've been thru this with my husband, and I believe it's not that he's trying to "keep you fat" I think it's a comfort zone for guys. I believe some men may have a deep seated feeling that you may not want him if you are hot and he is not or perhaps he is not at the same level of commitment to fitness and healthy eating as…

What an amazing journey and story you have! That's wonderful, and you look so much fitter and younger! Keep up the good work!

Cost of doctor bills and unnecessary surgeries from eating crap....30x higher! ; 0

It's all about moderation, balance and creativity by working those treats in a healthy meal plan! Forget the Nazi bashers! There are many supportive and understanding people on this site!

I work in the food industry, but you have to realize you are doing this for you. You can't control what others do, only what you do and what you put in your mouth! It's nothing to get upset over, it's their body and they are not ready to make the change that you have committed to. Hang in there and keep your resolve! Don't…

Wow!!! You said it...the picture does tell all! Amazing job!!! You look fantastic!

Awesome!! I'm doing this program too, I'm into week 3 of the Lean phase!! I love it and have seen and felt major differences in my strength and stamina great fat loss too! Don't be afraid to lift heavy....push yourself...maybe that is why they call it the push phase ; ) I really enjoyed the push phase!!! Keep us posted on…

Yes, That is wonderful! I agree completely!

Simple....It's none of your business!

yep...that's true!!! Alcohol, carbs and lastly fat, the thing we need to burn most gets burned last when alcohol is put in the picture. I try to encourage people to also take body measurements of waist, hips, thighs, etc, many times the scale doesn't move but you will drop inches which is better because it means you are a…

Well that was a bit random! LOL!!!

I LOVE The Firm...hence my user name...Firmbug. I started using these workouts in the late 80's and got so fit it was unbelievable, since then I've added to my collection and still enjoy them and still do those old 80's workout...The classics as Firm Believers call them. When I first started, I used 3-5 pounds, and with in…

I agree with the 40/30/30, you need protein with a limited amount of carbohydrate, I would eliminate sugar and starchy veggies and grains, like rice, potato, bread basically anything white! Tummy fat is a sign of insulin resistance, your body is using too much insulin to take care of the carbohydrates you are eating, too…

OMG! I love everything about eating, the preparation, the cooking, the smells, the taste the textures, seriously how does one not love food. I respectfully think you need some counseling and some info on the proper foods to eat. You are getting fat because you are eating unhealthy fattening food and also ones body needs…

Wow! Amazing, and wonderful attitude too! This is not a diet, it's a lifestyle! Perfect!!!! Good luck on your continued journey!

It will be worth it. Sugar and starches can F--- you up! Good for you for taking it above and beyond and finding out what works and applying it! That's awesome! Keep us informed on your progress!

sounds like insulin resistance and/or hormone imbalance, especially in light of your thyroid issues.

Well if I do that for my numbers I get 121,619. So how does this determine ones body fat %??????? It's no where near my actual numbers.?

Your fat percentage should be around 21-27% for a woman between the age of 31-40. You are not too far off. Here is a formula for you ideal body weight range. subtract each of the ideal range from 100 You mentioned you weigh 135, so... (Step 1)100% -21% = 79% and 100%-27% =73% (step 2): divide lean body weight by these…

30% is high. Depending on age women should average between 20-25% body fat. I have a calculation for that too, I need to dig it out, so I will get back with you and that, there is a healthy weight range for this method, for instance mine is 125-130.

The quickest way is to google body fat percentages and plug in the numbers they are asking, also calipers work in a pinch to.

You know what PMS stands for right? Pretty Mean Sister! :wink: Hope you get well soon! Sorry you are suffering!

My first week 5-8 pounds, Week four 12-15 pounds!!

Hey!!! :smile: I didn't do turbo jam, I just jumped in with the Chalean Extreme. I wanted to get working out again and saw the program. I've been sedentary for quite a while and got a bit pudgy. One thing that made me choose this program versus any of the others they were selling was #1-the workouts are 30-45 minutes, and…

Yes, you can! They even have a person working out with the bands so you can follow along with them if you are going that route. Also they have a DVD in the package that is focused on the bands, it's the beginners basic with bands. It shows you how to do the exercises with the bands and all! It's really a great program with…

Amazing!!! You look fantastic!!

I suggest watching fathead (do a search for it on youtube) it's funny and VERY informative and has a real live study done for 30 days eating low carb. If you can't find the movie, message me I will help you locate it. Read Good Calories Bad Calories by Gary Taubes, and Protein Power by Dr. Eades (they have a clinic based…

I stick it!! Worked out heavy and hard this morning, eating well and getting my supps in! So I'm raring and ready to go for the week!!!

Wow!! Great results!!

Great news!! Thanks for sharing!