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I feel like I've been telling you this a lot today, but here it goes again: Seriously though, this is awesome advice. People get scared of weights for some reason. What they don't realize is that they are lifting every day. If they bend down to pick something up, they are lifting. If they carry their kid to bed, that's…

Go to a running specialty store and get fitted. Buy what they recommend. The shoes that are good for me might not be good for you, and vice versa.

Losing weight and body fat is the only way to get a smaller waist. This is accomplished through a calorie deficit. You should aim for about 0.5lb/week if you only have 20lbs to lose. Sit ups, crunches, etc can be good for core strength, but they won't give you abs or spot reduce your fat. Your best bet would be to do full…

^Listen to Amy. Rest. It's good for you :)

I would suggest a compound lifting program with a 20% cut from TDEE. Something like Strong Lifts. You can do cardio along with it, if you want. I lift heavy 3 days a week and run 3-4 times a week. But cardio isn't necessary.

You're doing it backwards, honestly. If you want to cut fat, you should be on a lifting program now.

Well, as far as the "right foods" goes - I live by the advice "everything in moderation." I try to make sure that I'm getting enough protein, eating lots of fruits and veggies, having healthy fats, etc. But I'm still going to eat pizza on Friday night. I have a slice of cake waiting for my snack this afternoon. My other…

I would still guess that smoking plays a part in it, even if you don't want to think so. I'm not telling you not to do it, but I'm telling you it probably is an issue. SLOW DOWN - if you're having trouble breathing, you are running too fast. You don't need to have a 6 minute mile right out of the gate. Go slow enough that…

Squats without weights are harder to do with correct form than squats with some weight on your back (IMO). Put just the bar on your back and try again. As far as how often to do it, I would suggest getting on a program like Strong Lifts - it will help keep you organized and on track.

To add to this - 5lbs will be heavy for anyone after a gazillion reps. But you're not actually building any strength when you curl 5lbs 100 times. To gain strength, you need a progressive loading program (like Otterluv suggested). There are some people here who know what they are talking about - and they're all telling you…

I'm 5'6" - I started at 230 and currently weigh 181. I also lift heavy, combined with cardio. I'm happy with my progress. My waist is firm and flat, even though I'm at least 20lbs from my goal. I have no jiggle. It's awesome :) Thank you heavy lifting!!

Find a program - having a plan will help you not be so nervous (and you'll get results faster). Check out Strong Lifts 5x5. It's a great plan for beginners. It's simple, easy, quick, and the compound lifts give you a lot of bang for your fitness buck. Plus, it's free. There's also a group on here you can join for support.…

I love this! Srs.

You're right about a lot of this - there was a period of time when I grew up that was a lot like this. We slept in one bed because there was no heat. A lot of meals were PB&J because that's all we had. We didn't have nice tennis shoes or new clothes, but we could often scrounge up 50 cents to go buy a candy bar at the gas…

I agree with this. Are there problems? Absolutely. But, it still comes down to personal responsibility. Rice, eggs, frozen veggies, beans, frozen chicken, apples, lettuce and bananas are all pretty inexpensive. And people could garden. Seeds are dirt cheap. If you have a backyard, you *could* grow some veggies. My…

You need a program. Having a clear plan of action makes it easier - and will help you achieve results faster. I recommend Strong Lifts 5x5. It's simple, easy, fast, and great for beginners. Google it and join the group on here. There's an app for the iphone as well. It makes tracking your workouts very easy.

What do you think Body By Vi can give you that you can't do yourself?

1. No, eat when you want. Nutrient timing has little effect on weight loss. 2. Unless you are at risk for diabetes (or already diabetic) or other medical conditions, this shouldn't be an issue. 3. You don't need to eat the same thing all the time. That's just silly (and boring). 4. You're already weighing yourself - AND…

I think it's like anything else......when you have a wide gap in belief systems, goals, and priorities, it can make it difficult to have a relationship. Not saying it's impossible, but it's definitely not as easy as it is with two people who are more compatible. I'm lucky in that my husband was a high school and college…

My advice: 1. Slow down your walking. 2. Get fitted for shoes - it makes a huge difference. Go to a running specialty store. 3. Stretch after you run. 4. Do a short yoga session a couple of times a week. It really helps. 5. Get a foam roller. 6. Make sure your form is good. You're probably heel striking when you walk (it's…

Personally, I would suggest hitting the free weights 3x a week for heavy lifting (using a program like Strong Lifts 5x5 or New Rules of Lifting for Women). If you want to do cardio as well, do that 2-3 times a week for 20-30 minutes. Be sure to take 1-2 full rest days each week.

Why not try a Bridge to 10K program?

Me either. Eat bigger portions. Done. Also not judging.....just very confused. If you're overweight, you got there by eating too much. So, you know how to eat more, but you're just unwilling to do it? That always confuses me. You're a 21 year old male. You need to be eating quite a bit more, even when trying to lose…

Calories. Unless you have a medical condition, carbs shouldn't be a problem. You should aim to meet your protein and fat requirements first, but after that, carbs can make up the rest of your intake if you wanted.

You don't have to necessarily eat clean to get visible abs, you just have to lose enought weight/body fat. It's easier to do that eating clean, especially the closer you get to your goal (when your deficit is really tiny and any extra calories can trip you up).

I would also love to know this. After Jof finds out of course. He was in line before me.

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