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I think it depends what you're doing & how intense. For me personally, I can't have too much to eat if I will be running unless I have 2hrs inbetween. If I'm doing other cardio, such as elliptical, then I will usually have something simple (toast with PB, fruit, or yogurt). Usually if I work out in the mornings I tend to…

Is there a certain reason you don't want to exercise? Although diet is a huge factor (& maybe most important) in weight loss, exercise is beneficial... But if for some physical or medical reason you are unable to do so, then you should try to work out your TDEE and go from there. There's lots of online calculators that can…

Get a new scale! You can find afforable, but quality ones on Amazon. Or you can use other methods to track your progress such as taking measurements / photos.

I'll be restarting again today! The previous time I did it, I noticed some good changes but my diet wasn't exactly that great. This time I'm hoping to focus a lot more on how well I'm eating in addition to working out. What are you girls doing for the LISS? I was just power-walking the previous time, but I think I might…

I'll be (re)starting it today! Last time I did it, I was able to get about halfway before I got sick & never got back into it. Although I didn't see CRAZY changes in those 6 weeks compared to others, I def. saw a lot of improvement strength & endurance wise, but also physically. This time I'll also focus a lot more on my…

I just got the guides and I will be starting today! I'm hoping that I will be able to stick with the program :0)

A lot of people calorie cycle, so it would be similar to what you mentioned: 1200 one day, 1800 the next, and so forth. As long as you're meeting your calorie goals for the week then you should be okay :) I think I tend to drift toward calorie cycling (not always intentionally) because it fits my lifestyle better than…

Since I've recently just got back from my vacation, weight loss hasn't been consistent (mostly water weight coming off). But before I left I was losing around .5~1 lb per week (mostly around half a pound though), which was perfectly fine with me!

I'm pretty similar to you! I'm 5'3, 24, and bouncing around in the 148-154 range, but trying to get down to 130s. If you're training for a half marathon you need to be eating way more than 1000 calories...Even on a rest day you should at least eat your BMR. Your body needs to food to recover from workouts. Granted, you…

i just started using fitbit fairly recently as well & would like some friends :) https://www.fitbit.com/user/248VY9 i sent some requests to those who have already posted~

It's completely normal for your body weight to fluctuate a few pounds during the day and overnight. Don't worry about it. Your weight loss won't always be linear and will most likely be a lot of ups and downs, but the trend will be down overall.

It all depends on the person--for some people weighing daily helps them to stay on track, but for others the fluctuations drive them insane. I fit in the former group. I like to weigh daily partly because it helps me to stay on track, but also it's interesting to see maybe how different things may effect my weight (ie:…

1200 doesn't give you a lot of room to adjust as you lose weight. Why start with such a large deficit when you can still lose at a moderate pace while eating more?

What's your weight? 1200 isn't a "one-size fits all" number to lose weight for women... Have you looked at your BMR? I'm sure it's higher than that. If anything, you should be eating at least your BMR + exercise calories. What is your setting on MFP? Is that how you got 1200 calories?

I want to join in this as well :) I recently signed up for a dietbiet that begins on Monday, so I feel like setting up some goals for myself will help a lot. Goals for the next 3 weeks: 1. Workout at least 5 times/week (run 3x a week & strength 3x/week) 2. No overeating or eating impulsively. (Make wide decisions!) 3.…

I'm actually training for a half marathon too! As for strength training, I found some plans that I modified to fit my schedule a bit from bodybuilding . com website. I would be interested in doing 5x5, but I don't have the proper equipment for it at my gym. I think for me personally, I will be lifting "heavy" with a…

I agree what above poster said....you should limit your running. You need to gradually work your way up as to not give yourself a risk of getting injured. With your ankles, it may be a combination of running too much too quickly, and not having the proper shoes. Especially if you're planning to run long distances, you need…

wow, amazing job!! you're doing awesome!

i'm interested! definitely need some extra motivation right now :)

Wow! What a drastic change! Great job on all of your progress...truly inspiring (:

I'm interested! I know that technically you can eat whatever you want to lose weight as long as you're eating a deficit, but I want to focus on eating more healthy & nutritious foods. I found the last time I focused on eating healthier foods, I felt a lot better and less sluggish. Excited for this challenge! (:

What setting do you have on MFP? As in, what is the weight loss goal you are trying to achieve (2lbs/week, 1lb/week?) What is your height and how much weight are you trying to lose? It is possible that 2lbs/week may be too aggressive--you might want to aim for 1.5lb or 1lb/week instead. Net at least your BMR. If you decide…

You need to eat more. For someone your weight, you can be eating a lot more than 1000-1200 calories. I'm shorter and weigh less than you, but I'm eating more and losing weight. If you don't eat more, you probably won't be able sustain your weight loss.

i love coffee!! i drink it every morning. i used to only be able to drink lattes (so lots of milk & sugar...), and i gradually weaned myself into drinking black coffee. i gradually reduced the amount of milk i put into it, and started drinking black coffee with a little sugar since it was too bitter at first, but now i…

The thing with measurements is there is always a margin of error (.5"-1" is normal) because you can't be sure you're measuring at the same exact place every single time. Even though you can try your best to measure in the same place, it might not always be the case. Also, after exercising muscles can retain water or well &…

Usually I would try to not eat past 8PM because thats when endless late-night snacking would occur, so it helps me mentally to not mindlessly snack when I don't need to eat. That said, however, my schedule has been hectic lately so there are times when I eat really late, even 30 minutes before I sleep (10-11PM). The only…

Week # 1 -- September 2nd -- Goal 300 minutes: Mon: - Tue: 28 min (T25) Wed: 126 min (strength training, walking, T25) Thur: - Fri: Sat: Sun: Total: 154 / 300

Start tracking calories. Even if you are eating healthy food, you can still be going over calories, or eating at maintenance. Some ideas for exercise: bike riding, walking, hiking, swimming, zumba, work out videos (Insanity, Jillian Michaels, T25). There's lots of things to do activity wise! Find something you enjoy and…

Losing 68lbs is possible, but I'm not sure how realistic it will be. The first couple of weeks, you may be able to loose 2lbs a week easily, but it will definitely get harder as your progress. With that said, it might be better to aim for 1-1.5lb / week which is more realistic, and sustainable. As long as you are still at…

Edit: oops...just saw that you're eating after. sorry :( Maybe your body is just trying to get used to the new intensity levels & you're not getting enough rest in-between? so instead of having two really really intense days, have one day of intense workout then one day of moderate intensity until your body no longer…