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6 times a day, sometimes more. 200-300 cals each time usually.

Losing 10 pounds in less than a month especially when you have already lost 20 is probably not a reasonable goal. I am not saying this to discourage you but to encourage you to see this as a permanent change in eating habits that may take a while longer than you anticipated. It is okay if it takes a little longer. Please…

I make my own hot chocolate mix to make "mochas". The hot chocolate mix consists of a 1 part cocoa, 2 parts skim milk powder and 1 part sugar. Very simple recipe and about 10 calories per teaspoon (I make a batch about once a week with 1 cup cocoa, 2 cups skim milk powder and 1 cup sugar because my family likes it.) I put…

How long have you been at the same weight? If it has been less than 6 weeks, I would suggest that you keep going with your current plan. Otherwise, you can consider having the same overall weekly calorie goal but having some days be higher and others lower--sometimes this will encourage your body to get out of a plateau.…

I am exclusively breastfeeding and eating anywhere from 1680-2000 calories a day. I find I actually even lose better when I am eating a little more and that the baby's poop is the right colour and consistency (not meaning to be graphic here--this is an indicator of baby health and nutrition). I have lost about 9 pounds…

I eat a good portion of my calories after supper--it is when I like to eat. As long as you are still eating at a deficit, time of day should not affect weight loss. Many people choose to stop eating in the evening because they tend to make bad choices late at night. However, do what works for you and is sustainable in the…

4 pounds in 2 weeks is pretty amazing. Keep in mind that this needs to be a permanent change for permanent results. Keep at it and allow yourself the occasional treat that fits into your goals. I know how you feel though, since I am working off baby weight for the third time and I just want it to come off faster but I know…

Contact the race organizers with the pics that you showed here and see if either choice would be acceptable. The event organizers are usually pretty decent and will have more insight into the venue.

You enter it as exercise and eat back those calories. There is even an entry that allows you to account for the time spent breastfeeding which factors in your weight as well.

If you have used it before, it will probably be in one of your tabs. That's what I have been doing because I could not find it anymore either.

Smaller portions of foods that you enjoy is the way to go. If you have not already done so, consider purchasing a good scale so that you can get a handle on portion sizes. You do not have to expand your list of foods if you don't want to. That being said, you may need to consider vitamins if you are not getting them from…

Unless you have not lost anything at all in 8 weeks, you have not stalled out. If this is simply the last couple of weeks, it is likely water retention caused by some important hormonal shifts that need to take place postpartum. If you are indeed stalled: Weighing and measuring your food will also go a long way as others…

It is actually possible to lose weight by simply eating the maintenance calories for your desired weight (provided that you have more than a couple of pounds to lose). The weight loss may be slower but may be easier to manage in the long run as you develop positive habits. If you choose this method then you can expect to…

Exercise at the best time for you and let the rest fall into place. I can take a nap after a 2 hour session at the gym (that is, after I eat something) but some people cannot. Do what feels good for your body and fits in your schedule. You won't regret it.

Completed my first sprint distance triathlon.

30 below and I am going to swim laps. Enough said.

In the process of ordering a wetsuit with the Christmas cash....pretty excited about it. Also got some workout wear (pretty glad that it actually fit!)

LOL. I doubt anyone is asking these kinds of questions at the bar! However, it is one of those things that you probably care about if you are going to merge your financing with another person--when a relationship gets serious. It may give insight into their character because it reveals how they handle their…

That's great. If you aren't already signed up for a race you should totally enter one!

I would suggest a bike trainer for the winter months if your climate will not allow for outdoor riding. If you can, join a local bike club and go on some group rides with them. This will help you get accustomed to cycling with other riders which can be a bit disorienting for new riders. Or join in on some indoor trainer…

Absolutely. Lost over 40 pounds....a calorie deficit through exercise and eating good foods (be they high carb or not) will get you there! Do what you think you will be able to over the long haul. Get out of the mindset of a diet for a short period of time and make changes that you can live with for many, many years to…

Healthy choice premium low fat fudge bars...amazing!

It all depends. I have maintained with and without a food journal. What is cool about a journal is that you get into "food habits" and eventually you have a pretty good idea of what you can eat to maintain and hence you can have the freedom to go without it. You can look back and see what you ate while you were doing well.…

Bump for later. I make spaghetti sauce in there, just ground meat, spaghetti sauce and spices to taste 4-6 hours. I need to start using my crockpot more often, especially when winter comes and soups and stews sound more appealing.

The pill will make you retain a small amount of water (about 5 pounds or so) and often increases appetite. It does not usually cause excessive weight gain. That being said, some people will always react more strongly to a medication than others. The rapid loss you experienced is probably mainly due to your body making…

5'8.5 and 130 pounds is my ultimate goal weight. This will probably be pretty small on me. I already fit into size 5-7 clothes and have decent (though not spectacular) measurements at 143.

Why not use gel inserts that you put in a regular bra for a while to help you decide? It's non-invasive, completely safe and will get you the effect you need with minimal cost.

That is awesome, icing on the cake!!! Way to persevere :)

Swimming freestyle (speedwork for an hour in cold water will definetely get you there), biking with 20 + hill accelerations and running at more than 6 mph. Whatever will get your heart rate up and keep it there.

You do know that they have smoothies at McDonald's, right?