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I bring the tuna and crackers combo, protein powder, quick oats, Luna and Larabars, nuts, and when I eat out, I always chose soups, chilli, or salads. I even bring cucumbers and peppers since they don't need to be refrigerated and you can cut them with a plastic knife. Loading up on frozen burritos, kale, cauliflower,…

I have patellofemural syndome so I do a variety of leg and core exercises: 1) Resistance band: walk to the side in a light squat position, clam shells 2) Medicine Ball: Single leg squat with the ball on the wall 3) Foam roller: Core work, so lying on my back on the foam roller, I let my legs drop to the side, and extend…

Thank you for posting this! I had it happen this morning after a cardio workout. At this point in my cycle, I am 1 week after my period ended and it seems to be worse the first 1-2 days of my period. I have had ovarian cysts and currently am following up with my Dr about endemetriosis. My worst episode last 1.5 hours, with…

I don't care who sees my diary just like I don't care that my co-workers see me and what I eat every day...Yup, chicken, sweet potatoes and green beans again! :) I like to see what people are eating to get inspired and get ideas on how to mix things up...especially people who have similar goals and tastes. It also help me…

Good luck! Take it easy and listen to your body.

I totally sympathize!!!! if it is your birthday, you should choose your treat. It's no different than people not liking tomatoes and not being forced to eat them. Sometimes, our preferences and chocies make others feel guilty for their own. My spouse and I have communicated to family that I do not enjoy cake and will not…

What a transformation! You look fabulous and we really get to see your beautiful eyes now! :)

Try to identify the triggers and avoid them! For me, when I get stressed out from work, I will binge so I try to go for a walk or gargle with Listerine.

Hello Eating between 1300-1600 calories per day of clean and whole foods will help you to lose weight and get healthy. I recommend a ratio of 30-40% protein, 30-40% god carbs (veggies and low Glycemic Index carbs), and 30% fat (good fats like avocado, etc.). Also, even if you do not exercise right now, counting your steps…

MFP OVERestimates the calories you burn by about 25% so I eat back only 25%. I wear a heart-rate monitor and track the calories I burn that way; more accurate than MFP. The rule of thumb is that you should eat an extra 150-250 calories of clean foods the days you work out VS the days you do not.

For me, it is not so much the food, as the quantity; a whole bag of Food Should Taste Good Sweet Potato Chips and a Whole Foods power cookie with half a growler of beer.

Congrats on doing so well!

You do not need to eat a lot; having an apple or half of a banana will do the trick. You need a little bit of carbs to be able to push yourself. Your post workout meal will be very important; lots of protein! All you need is about 50-100 calories. When I wake up in the morning, I am starving so if I don't have a small…

Everyone is different, but what you eat makes a difference too. Even if you eat low calories, but are eating foods high in sodium and sugar, you won't lose weight. Another aspect is carb to protein to fat ratio. I see people who eat 1200 calories a day, and it's all junk and don't lose weight.

KashiGoLean Whole wheat and spelt flour to bake loafs and muffins Dried fruit like goji berries, cranberries, etc. Cashews, pumpkin seeds, and walnuts Frozen bananas ( I put them in the food processor with a bit of soy milk and a teaspoon of cocoa powder for a healthier version of ice cream/frozen yogurt) Veggies Hummus…

Hey you, We all lose steam at one point or another and not getting the results you want can be frustrating. Good for you for mixing up your exercise and nutrition! Sometimes it can 3-4 weeks for the changes to show once you have reached a plateau. Some things that work for me are to: limit sodium intake to 1200 mg's per…

I have paid anywhere between 69 cents a pound to 1.79 most recently. VERY expensive!

Hello I have talked to a few people, and it seems like we are all battling with the munchies. I balance listening to my body and being moderate. If you need to eat, try to eat things that are low in calories. I have been eating a lot of cucubmer, jicama, and peppers. I have found that adding half a scoop of protein powder…

I got a cheap one, a Polar A5 for $70 and it works great; I have had it for 3 years and replaced the battery once. My sister has an F7 and likes it; she paid about $100CAD for it. I do not recommend the Garmin Forerunners; too clunky, expensive, and inaccurate.

I sorta disagree and wrote an article about it here: http://www.feedthesink.com/2010/05/22/chocolate-milk-and-weight-loss-friend-or-foe/. Companies pay people to write articles to promote their products, and CM is one of them. It is full of sugar!!!

For a thin crust pizza, I use the Ezekiel wraps. Each wrap is 180 calories and it is all healthy stuff for you. My favourite toppings are: tomato sauce, balsamic roasted shallots, red peppers, chickpeas, and 2 tbsp's of feta. We have also done one with turkey sausage, thinly sliced genoa salami, roasted tomatoes and…

I am the opposite; MFP has higher calorie burns than my Polar HRM. I have never used an Ironman one but from my friends who do have an IronMan HRM, their calories count is very high; my friend and I are the same size and di the same spin class, and my avg heart rate was higher than her, and she still burned 200 calories…

PS Also try to boost your fiber intake from veggies and legumes.

At this point, it is probably diet related. From your diary, I think the culprit is sodium from processed foods like deli meats, bread, and cheese. You should track sodium intake and aim for no more than 1200mg`s per day. I would also incorporate lower GI carbs, like brown rice, whole wheat bread, and cut out the dairy…

Because I am short, I am for about 1400 calories a day, + or - 100-200, depending on how much I exercise and I am hungry or not.

Dairy products definitely provide calcium, but you can get calcium for other sources: greens (kale, spinach, collards), and beans. For me, cutting out dairy has helped me to lose weight; I only eat plain organic yogurt occasionally, and cheese on special occasions. If you do decide to add a glass of milk a day, avoid…

Hi, Are you watching your sodium and sugar intake? That could affect your weightloss. Without knowing what your goals are, how much you exercise, and seeing your diary, it is hard for people to give you tips, other than to encourage you to keep trying.

I do Pilates about 1-2 a week. For me, it is part of a balanced fitness routine because it takes care of toning and developping strength, strecthing, and improve posture. I recommend pairing it with cardio and other activities though.

Hello, There are tons of things you can buy for cheap that are healthy: 1) Oatmeal 2) Dried beans and other legumes 3) Whole wheat pasta 4) Large containers of plain yogurt 5) Eggs 6) Tofu 7) Buy chicken and other meat when it goes on sale and freeze it As for fresh produce, it is so cheap to buy! I slashed my grocery bill…

Hi! While it takes some getting used to, this is my combination for a healthy breakfast: - 3 egg whites, plain - 1/3 or 1/2 cup of oatmeal (1/2 cup on a workout day), with 1/4 cup of fruit (or 1 tbsp of dried fruit), 1/2 teaspoon of spirulina, 1 teaspoon of flax or chia seeds, 1/2 cup of milk, and occasionally I will add…