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I am no expert, but I do not think it really matters, as long as you are doing both. I do cardio every day, and weights 3 days a week, sometimes before cardio, sometimes right after, and sometimes a long time after, and I have not noticed much of a difference in any instance.

it depends on what your goal is. If you are toning and wanting to stay lean, do lots of reps at lower weights, if you want to bulk up, do heavier weight, fewer reps. Me, I usually try to do 2-3 sets of each exercise, and i usually do like 12 reps, then 10, then 8, and if by the third set I can do more than 8, then i didnt…

I am not an expert at maintenance stuff yet, still on the losing train.. but, I think if you are going to have a chance you HAVE to find something you like.. otherwise, you wont continue, and moving is the key. Maybe get a cheap bicycle? I am sure this time of year you can find something cheap if money is an issue for you,…

sounds like you should have just drank a big glass of water. Your body has a hard time telling the difference between hunger and thirst, so always try water before food as it might just help. Good luck to you

have you ever heard the phrase.. if it is white is is not right? well, thats close to true.. stay away from sugar and processed foods (candies, cookies), white bread, white rice, white potatoes. Instead choose brown rice, whole grain bread, sweet potatoes, fresh or frozen fruits, etc. Keep as much of your food complex in…

most tomato-based sauces are not that high, just peek at the sugar and sodium content when you pick one.. it is the white/cream sauces that will get ya! if you really WANT to make a sauce I am sure you can find a number of them with a quick search on google, most of which will be low fat just because is is tomato based…

I dont think it matters all that much if you eat close to bed time, but I am no expert. I do not typically do it because I can sometimes get wicked heartburn if I do. I would suggest, however, that if you do eat make sure it is a complex food or protein (some nuts, peanut butter, etc) and not a simple sugar. Your body…

It is hard to say because I have no idea what the "same old stuff" is :)

I use the body bugg too.. so i get what you are saying. If you hit 2300 on it you seriously need to eat AT LEAST 1300 calories, giving yourself 1000 calorie deficit, and you should be losing 2 pounds a week give or take. You simply are not eating enough healthy calories if you are barely eating 1000. also, if you eat 1300…

welcome, and good luck to you as well!

if you only have 15-20 pounds left to lose, a reasonable goal is 0.5-1 pound a week. that is doable, and will but you right around your goal by the time april rolls around. good luck to you!

muscle and fat weigh the same, a pound is a pound, but muscle takes up less room per pound.. so a scale isnt the only way to measure progress.. a tape measure helps too. Also, yes, the type of food is nearly as important as the quantity of food. Your body can change simple sugars and carbs into energy much easier than it…

you need exercise for your overall health, not just weight loss. I know it can be hard, i struggled with that balance early on myself. I would suggest a HRM. It will help you get closer to knowing what your true exercise calories are, making it easier. For me I used a HRM religiously for the first 6 months, then switched…

use all this site has to offer, and above all, be honest with yourself and your food logging.. it can be a real eye opener if you are honest. Good luck to you!

this is my go to... yummy! only 15 calories per serving, 1 g sugar. its in the database if you want to look it up. i always have it in my fridge :) Eating Right - Roasted Sweet Pepper & Garlic Vinaigrette Dressing

I am right there with you... i hate running. I am not sure if it is for the same reasons... I have never been a runner, but that could be because for nearly my entire life I have carried around "another person" since I have always been overweight, and it is like a normal sized person running with someone strapped to them..…

it almost sounds like you are doing "too good" early in the week. IMO you need to make the changes ones that are easy to make habits, and then they will be easier to continue for long term. This shouldnt be something you feel like you have to restart at the beginning of the week but rather something you can live with the…

You cant take care of everyone else unless you take care of yourself, a lesson I finally learned! Good luck to you!

I usually eat my breakfast around 8, a small lunch around noon, my main meal around 330, and a small meal/snack around 7 ish. It seems to work for me and i am rarely hungry

I have 7 weeks unti I hit my 1 year "anniversary" of sorts.... and I am already wondering what it will be like... and I plan on taking a day to look back and reflect on all I have done... What you have accomplished is amazing! Just think how you will feel this time next year when you look back and are at your goal weight!…

for me i set small weight goals for myself. ones i can get in a few weeks or less.. so I am always hitting some sort of goal. first it was 5 pounds, then getting under 300, then getting to 275... eventually it was hitting 100 pounds lost.. now that I hit that I am shooting for another 10+ by my one year date in mid…

I wouldnt try to balance anything. Take it one day at a time. The whole point is not to eat more than you burn, so you were under yesterday 100, thats fine. by eating 100 extra today that is just putting 100 more into yourself you dont need. just try to get to your goal today and go on. being 100 under occasionally wont…

I spin nearly every day and my burn varies depending on the instructor, how hard I work, the type of class (climb heavy/sprint heavy/etc) but a good estimate for me is between 350-500 per 60 minute class.. the best way is to use a HRM or bodybugg....

Sodium will make your body retain fluid, which is why if you are dehydrated your body craves salty foods. drink water, lots of it, and it will help flush out the excess sodium, and try to limit the sodium, especially in prepared, canned, boxed foods. It is hidden everywhere! Also, dont weigh so much. Sometimes I will go…

if you dont eat enough food during the day your body will beg for food in the evening. Dont ever let yourself go hungry. The key is to eat when you are hungry, just make good choices, filling choices, and healthy choices. Make sure your dinner is satisfying, so that you wont be hungry for a few hours afterwards. Proteins…

good luck to you.. use all this website has to offer, and most important, be honest with yourself and your food tracking, it can be a real eye opener!

wow, you dont even look like the same person! My goal is another 36.. but I might just rethink that and go for another 50 after seeing your post! Great work!

welcome mark.... your story sounds similar to mine... this site works if you use it! read all the info here, use all the tools.. and most importantly of all, be honest with yourself, especially when it comes to logging food... it can be a real eye opener! Good luck to you! Dana

perhaps try to fit in some high-calorie healthy snacks in between meals, some almonds, walnuts, etc.. those dont take up much room in the belly but they are good calories.

This morning i had 3 egg whites cooked with a pinch of onion and green pepper, put it on two slices of sara lee 45 cal/slice toast, a tablespoon of salsa and had a mexican style egg sandwich.. under 200 cals and filling due to the protein in the eggs. Sometimes I will add a banana to the meal (not the sandwich) if I am…