jennmetz

Having read and tried many approaches - what i find works best for me. NO cheat days during focused weightloss periods! I know I've read/hear/researched that it can stimulate metabolism and prevent 'starvation mode' ... BUT I struggle with both Insulin and Leptin resistance and when I go for longer periods (14 - 21 days)…

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Thank your for taking the time to explain so much .. and in very clear scientific (yet understandable !) terms. I truly appreciate the honesty. A question .. I was recently reading in Timothy Ferris' book The 4-hour Body that the amount of calories macro-nutrients (proteins, fats and carbs) release are measured by how much…

I think being perfect all the time is unrealistic (and no fun), and rather than falling off and 'binging' which I then beat myself up from... it's better to plan one 'cheat' meal , or day / week. I have also read (4 hour body) that spiking calories one day/week helps to prevent starvation mode. Currently, Im really on…

Although the scale can keep us on track, it only tells part of the story! Take your measurements, and pictures every 30 days! If you're strength training and adding muscle, the scale will fluctuate. Water weight - check your salt intake, balance of carbs and amount of water you're drinking. Too much of the first two, and…

Hi! Im 5"81/2 and my goal is 138 - 140. Seems light, but Im curious if at that weight, my thighs will finally have less of a layer of subcutaneous fat. Probably will then look to maintain 140 - 142... It's fun to feel so in control!

I have found GREAT success with home based fitness programs (P90X, Turbofire, etc). in lieu of working with a personal trainer. Reached my goals, didnt cost nearly as much! Took a bit of figuring it out - but really , really effective!!

Agreed! A true 'cleanse' should be a reprieve from processed foods and the 'American way' of indulging primarily in animal products with produce being the garnish!

If you're using a cleanse to 're-educate' your mind and body, and give your vital organs a break ... it's a great idea. If you're using a cleanse as a radical way to lose weight, then it's glorified binging and purging. My husband and I just completed a 21 day cleanse/detox that is new from Beachbody (P90X, Insanity, etc)…

This philosophy is coming from the 'Paleo' crowd. Personally I find it to be narrow in mindset and not considering how our body's metabolize fruit. Fruits contain so many good nutrients - and paying attention to Lower GI fruits is the most beneficial approach. Be cautious of absolutes - (All or Never).. Find what works…

There are many, many different philosophies and mindsets around fruit. It has tremendous nutrition - and VERY packed with energizing carbohydrates. Rather than just looking at the sugar content - more important to look at the whole picture, especially what your body does with the sugar/carbs in fruit. Glycemic Index is an…

What are your goals? To lose weight, to tone, to gain muscle? Any goal will best be reached with a comprehensive approach that includes a nutritional plan. I don't know Bodyrock - I use home fitness programs that have a day to day and week to week plan for 45 -60 and 90 days. I find they help me with reaching longterm…

Yep - Im here with you! Active every day, and honest - which is the BEST kind of support!

You're making such great progress and definitely don't want to blow it out of the water! Making better choices you can live with for life is what you'll be able to maintain. With that in mind, plan a cheat meal (not an entire day). I would suggest you start you morning with protein - as it can set your hormonal response to…

Oh-yeah - google PB2! It's a Peanut Butter Powder that has all the protein of peanuts, but non of the fat!

Mushrooms, protein supplements (whey, vegan), nuts, nut-butters, some grains (quinoa, millet), Greek yogurt!

Love to be of support! Finding the MFP meal tracker invaluable , along with home-fitness for efficiency and effectiveness is really helping me! Go for it!

I have found these things help me and people I know... 1. Commit to exercise EVERY day 2. Commit to tracking ALL your meals /snacks at the beginning of the day so you have your actions planned 3. Take before pictures and measurements and put them away. The scale can be deceiving and wont always reflect the whole story!…

Unfortunately, those around us may feel that by supporting you they have to join in... and they may not be ready! I find that sharing my 'why' around health and weight loss helps my family and friends see the motivation behind my life-style choices and may help generate more support! What you're asking from them is that…