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Diabetes runs in my family as well and I didn't want to travel down that path. I tried losing weight so many times I can't count them on 2 hands. It wasn't until I really understood that it needed to be a lifestyle change and not a 'diet' that I was successful. Also knowing how calories worked and that it was simple…

Wow that video is full of fail. First off, you can't target fat loss. Eating this or that will not reduce "belly fat". Fat comes off from all over and usually we have the most fat on our stomachs which means it is usually last to go. Just reducing your overall BF will cut stomach fat. Secondly, Nuts are some of the best…

Usually the measurement is for dry as that is how it comes in the bag. (Usually) Same with rice, oatmeal, etc. I guess you could see if the brand has a company website with nutritional information.

I don't follow the percentages. They are not that important. Protein and fats are the most important. Try to get 1 gram of protein for every pound of lean body mass, 0.5 grams of fat per pound of total body weight and fill in the rest of your calories with carbs, or more protein and fat. With those in mind, my current…

Genetics. Sorry. Not everyone's abs are symmetrical. Even Mr. Universe winners don't necessarily have symmetrical abs. (Jay Cutler)

There have been no studies to show that aspartame causes cancer or any other illness in humans, only rats. And you'd have to ingest an insane amount of it a day. Again, it shows the "everything in moderation" argument. I would be more concerned about getting illness from pollution in the air, fluorescent lighting, cell…

It takes 3500 calories over your TDEE to gain 1 pound of fat. I wouldn't worry about it, just keep going as usual. Enjoy the burger and hit the gym tonight!

How do you know when you're done? When you're happy with what you see in the mirror.

As long as you hit your calorie goal, and try to get in all your protein, fats, and carbs, you will lose weight. No need to shove food down your throat that you don't like. That's a sure way to fail at a diet. Just eat the foods you enjoy while staying in your targets. If you don't want to eat a ton of veggies don't, but…

Squats, good mornings, weighted hyper extensions, Dead lifts and Straight Leg Dead lifts (romanian deads). You can also use the standing and lying leg curl machines.

Protein and fats are necessary for health, carbohydrates are not. My current macros are set at 30-40-30 (carbs, protein, fats) You might want to make sure you get enough dietary fat though. (.45-.5 grams per pound of body weight per day is recommended) Fat is very important as it regulates testosterone levels (Which helps…

I eat almost 4 tablespoons of peanut butter or almond butter every day. (usually all for desert!) Great way to get in my fats and protein and at 90 calories a pop, it'll help you hit your macros.

I used to put the alarm clock on the other side of the room. Forced me to get up to shut it off.

No one thing can make you fat. It's simply eating over your maintenance calories that add fat, not individual foods. Unless you are a diabetic there is no reason to worry about sugar or glycemic index. it is possible that if you have lost a significant amount of weight in the last 8 months, your maintenance calories will…

She is referring to starchy carbohydrates like breads, pasta, potatoes, cereal, sugar, etc. Your personal trainer is giving you her personal opinion. You can not eat them later in the day if you want to, but carbs are fine any time of day as long as you are within your calorie goal, you will still lose weight.

Trutein by TruNutrition Sciences. Their Cinnabun flavor is amazing!

No problem! I just gave you the article mainly for the last part about the "Squishy Fat" but at least if you ever do hit a stall, not to worry about it! ; )

It's perfectly normal. This would be a great read for you. http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/of-whooshes-and-squishy-fat.html

#1 - There is no such thing as starvation mode. If you are losing weight then that wouldn't be the definition of starvation mode anyway. Starvation Mode is not losing weight despite being in a huge caloric deficit. Did I mention that starvation mode is a myth? #2 - If you are losing 2 pounds a week, then calories seem to…

What? *facepalm* Save some calories from other meals and eat them at night. Cottage cheese or peanut butter is great before bed. Keeps me full til morning. As long as you stay within your calorie goal, timing does not effect weight loss. That is a myth.

For example: your TDEE (total daily energy expenditure) is 2000. MFP has you eating 1500 creating a 500 calorie deficit. You exercise and burn off an additional 400 so really your TDEE is 2400. You would eat those back so that your net deficit is still -500. Not 900. You would eat 1900 that day instead of 1500. If you…

Canned chicken or tuna on bread, almonds or peanut butter, cottage cheese with fruit and splenda, homemade protein bars, Just remember, protein and fats will keep you feeling full longer than carbohydrates.

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I am 6' , 210 pounds and lose weight on 2000-2200 a day. I would find a number that you can live with and still lose 1-2 pounds a week and go with that number regardless of what MFP says. I always manually adjust my macros and goal calories. 1500 for a guy seems REALLY low.

Thanks for posting this. I got flamed the other day for telling someone to skip breakfast and save some calories for nighttime because she was hungry at night. For the thousandth time people, meal timing and frequency have nothing to do with fat loss. I have lost about 140 pounds and never ate breakfast consistently.…

Good advice.

She said she is having a hard time specifically in the evening. My suggestion was to save some calories for the evening. I personally am hungrier at night too. I would rather skip 1 meal and just drink some water with Mio, or a Crystal Light packet to tide me over than be too hungry in the evening and decide to eat anyway…

Meal timing and frequency have nothing to do with overall fat loss. It's remaning in a caloric deficit throughout the day that matters. That being said, you can eat whenever you want! :P You could eat 1 meal a day and still lose weight. (or gain weight also)

Why not?