tisha_rae Member

Age: 33 Height 5'5 SW 178 CW 160 GW 135

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I think its okay for you to workout every day if you are doing cardio, if you are lifting weights you can work out every day but alternate which muscle groups you are working. Your muscles need time to rebuild and become stronger – working them without rest doesn’t allow any time for them to repair (grow stronger).

I make my own - or I like Freschetta Spinach Mushroom, though it might not be for everyone! Margarita pizzas are delish too and easy I make them all the time - roma tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. So good. If you stick to thin crust and veggies - and do some portion control, it shouldn't be so bad.

I'm not using this program, but I ran my first 1/2 last year and it was amazing! Congrats to you! Keep on scheulde and you should have a great run! One of the best things I've ever done! Looking forward to doing it again. :)

I think eating under the 1200 or whatever your goal is, is okay SOMETIMES. For me I was CONSITISTANLY eating under my goal and under 1200, so I changed my goal to my BMR number and strive every day to eat at least that much. I have been struggling with the same 6lbs for about 8 months, after losing almost 20lbs without…

I love beer too! At least when you're drinking "real" beer you don't usually drink as much! I try to be very good during the week, knowing that I'll prob drink some on the weekends. I made a rule of drinking a glass of water between beers. And more exercise always helps too. I refuse to give up stuff I really like - when I…

I like your honesty! Good for you! Add if you like! :)

are you using the preset number MFP set for you? You can change it yourself if you want - I eat at 35% carbs, 45% protein and 20% Fat. Go to the goals tab to change it.

I buy fruit during the week cut it up and freeze then in the morning I blend it with coconut milk. Whole grain toast or a whole grain muffin w/ peanut butter Yogurt ( I hate it) A healthy cereal Fruit Hard boiled eggs

it's what your calories are made up of - sodium, fiber, protein, carbohydrates. They are important because - - - 500 calories of lean meats & veggies is obviously going to be better for you than 500 calories of cake. They are both 500 calories but the difference is the "macros"

I HATE cellulite - there isn't a lot you can do about it - as it has to do more with the WAY fat is deposited rather than how much you have. That's why even skinny mini's can have it too. Reducing your fat will help some....as will drinking lots of water. I hate tanning beds - but tan skin hides the appearance a little…

There is nothing wrong with walking everyday - when I train for races I run 4 to 5 days and then rest.

I will take hot bat - followed by ice - packs. works like a charm for my knees. :)

log here, find a good supportive group of friends, find what works for you. don't give up. :)

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Congrats on taking charge and making a change! You can add me if you like, I've got 30 to lose and ran my first mini marathon last year! Signed up for a few 5ks this year. :bigsmile:

I've done this many times too, feel free to add. :)

You will get a million comments on this - everyone has a different idea/opinion. And different people have success doing opposite things sometimes - you have to find what works for you! MY PERSONAL EXPERINCE is that I lost great for awhile eating below BMR - but then my weight loss stalled. I have recently upped my…

yes, you can drop it down lower.

I don't claim to be an expert - accidently started a debate on my Forum post, BUT. I eat in a range. With your numbers I would set my goal to 1166 - and eat back all exercise calories, or set to 1910 and not eat back calories. I set my goal to my BMR and try to never eat below - but have no issues with eating up to my TDEE…

I think I was the OP on that post today. :smile: PERSONALLY - I don’t see a problem if you “occasionally eat under BMR” However, I posted what I did and chose the options that I did for myself because I realized that I was consistently eating under my BMR - I had poor eating habits before and believe that I had indeed…

Up your fiber & protein.

I like - Kashi, Oat, honey, and flax...Kroger makes a brand of this too. :) With cereal - the problem usually lies in the serving size, be careful of that.

I'm glad this helped you - I didn't expect the huge debate. ;-D

Lean meats, it seems weird to “snack” on that but it really helps with the protein – I make mini-meatballs out of ground turkey and snack on that Nuts & Cheeses – though they are higher in fat – its good fat.  Beans, beans, beans, I put them in everything! (salads, soups, burgers, tacos, wraps) Peanut Butter. Tofu Soy Milk

Thanks! I'm happy that it helped....as you can see there is still a lot of debate but this is what I thought would work best for me. Good Luck! :)

do you mind giving me your stats?

Thanks so much for your input & clarification. I knew I didn’t have to eat back the exercise calories, but with my goal set at 20% of TDEE I was consistently eating under my BMR….so setting my goal to that number helps me ensure that I eat enough. It was just a better way for me to track. :)