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Check out calorie cycling as an alternative way to change up what you are eating to lose weight. I know it's tempting to drop to 1,000, but I wouldn't recommend it more than on an occasional day.

It sounds to me like your issue is with your wife's viewpoint. Money is the number one cause for divorce. You need to find middle ground and compromise. I'm sorry if that's a rough answer.

I agree with your dad's method - especially if it helped him stick it out for the long haul. Granted, you won't lose as fast - and as long as you don't go overboard on your off days, it would work. It reminds me of the idea behind calorie cycling (google it). I did Calorie Cycling prior to my wedding and really lost a lot…

Every body is different. Sounds like your metabolism is really revved up! Good for you on your running and weight loss :)

From someone who has gained weight (50 plus with each pregnancy) and lost it 3 times again - DON'T EAT BACK YOUR EXERCISE CALORIES! Even when I burn 900 calories (and yes, I do that sometimes because I'm training for a half marathon now), I might eat an extra 100 calories, but that is it. So, on average, I eat between 1250…

It sounds like you might be battling your own inner demons here too - and worrying you don't belong or what others might (and most likely are NOT thinking!). Remember when you pass others on the trails that they are out there working out for their own health just like you! And, remind yourself that you ARE a runner! Most…

The one from KC to Lawrence. I'm running it!!!

This might sound gross, but I drink a "shot" glass of it at our local Herbalife shake store. It's actually not bad flavor-wise, but the thing is I am literally running to the bathroom within 2 hours. And, when I have to go, it's urgent. It does help clean me out.

In my humble opinion, a calorie is a calorie... and calories count. I would stick around 1200 unless the exercise makes you extra hungry. A deficit isn't a bad thing. I say this as a dieting "professional." I have no medical background - but I did work at Jenny Craig for years. I have had 3 kids and have gained 45 lbs with…