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I also use Fat2Fits calculators to calculate body fat percent and goal weight. It appears to be very accurate compared to other calculators I've tried.

:) I see the problem. I like to buy 'new' clothes at second hand stores. Sometimes it is hard to find, but when I do, they are gems, for huge savings! A pair of pants for under $10, and lots of shirts for about $5. Good luck... it's a bit of a bad problem mixed with a good one.

Wow, looking fab!!!

You are fabulous, and wow! To think of the progress you have made in just six months. You are almost halfway at your goal, and your results are impressive. Well done!

You look amazing! Keep it up!!

I need to feel that I am in control of this process. This means, I do go ahead and eat things I shouldn't. It reminds me that this is all about me, and the only person who can change me is myself! It forces me to take responsibility and reminds me that I am human. Plus, I never need to feel guilty since I know that I AM IN…

I absolutely find the same thing! This is why I recommend that if you find yourself craving lots of goodies, to go out and exercise. I find it can help reduce appetite when cravings are involved.

I agree. The best thing you could do is watch your calories (be sure you are getting enough and yet not too much) and also incorporate some weight-lifting into your weekly plan. 1 - 3 times per week is sufficient, but gaining muscle will help you to lose weight going forward, so if you don't lose initially, just think of…

This is a great answer. It's all about regularity... if you find your appetite has fallen for a few days, you need to make a change, and there are lots of calorie-dense options out there.

I also think going for a walk or jog helps when I'm especially craving something. And then I don't feel so bad for having a bite of the naughty foods! (such as the entire chocolate easter bunny....yikes!) Keep your body busy, it definitely decreases appetite.

Have you tried using allrecipes.com? That site allows you to enter ingredients you like and it pulls recipes that have those ingredients. It may be a good starting point.

bust = chest midriff = 1" below chest waist = most narrow part upper hip = your belly, about 1-2" below bellybutton lower hip = widest part (includes bum)

It sounds like you are doing things right. Yes, my understanding is that you should gain at first, especially if you are coming from a diet in which you were eating at or below your BMR. Give it another couple of weeks. I think you were wise to increase your protein, especially if you found that you were frequently hungry…

You're right. I am using figures provided by fat2fit which provides caloric recommendations based on goal weight, not current weight. So it is not my current TDEE, it is based on what my TDEE will be at my goal weight. So in hindsight, I am not eating at my TDEE, for if I were I don't think I would lose any weight, I would…

Hi, I started eating my TDEE just over a week ago since I was at a plateau and hadn't budged my weight for three weigh-ins. I am down 2lbs this week. So far, I would say that eating your TDEE works. It makes sense to me, that I eat the calories that my body needs. Whether I am at 170lbs or at my goal weight of 148, I will…

You are much leaner, and it's definitely noticeable. You've made great progress in such a short time. Looking great! Thanks for sharing.

Try going to fat2fitradio.com and select 'All Calculators' on the right hand side. Complete the Military Body Fat calculator. Once your body fat is known, click on 'BMR Calculators' on the right hand side an input your data. From here you will get the information you need to make an informed decision about calories. You…

That would work, as long as you are eating back all of the exercise cals. A good guide is to eat at least 100 cals more than your BMR, just in case your calories burned through exercise calcs are off. To meet your calorie goal, try to increase your lean proteins, and reduce added fats, such as oils, butters and dressings.

You should be using the minimum circumference for waist measurements, which is above the belly button a couple of inches or so. 1" below belly button is known as the Upper Hip (and is about 3" below your waist).

You guys are on the right track. To eat correctly under the Fat2Fit plan, you need to first of all choose an activity level. If you choose an activity level greater than sedentary, then it is assumed that you do not enter or eat back your exercise calories. This is likely the best option if you do not have a heart rate…

The tools in MFP do not take into consideration what your BMR is. The tool will make a recommendation for weight loss which may be below your BMR. Your BMR is the minimum amount of calories that your body needs each day to function. If you have a lot of weight to lose (ie. if you are obese) then some experts say it is okay…

I answered this for you in another post... I wrote: Knowing your BMR is a great first step. Now you need to know your TDEE (that is what you actually burn in a day based on your activity level). For example, my BMR is 1570, my TDEE is 2100, so to lose weight I eat net cals of about 1750. The idea is to eat more than what…

I just wanted to add, the fat2fit website takes into consideration your activity level. The idea is that you should be eating the same number of calories each day , essentially eating like the thinner you. If you want to lose weight you can eat 200-300 cals less than your TDEE, but this should be revisited throughout your…

Given your body fat percent, 2 lbs a week weight loss is reasonable. In my opinion, you should be consuming somewhere around 2400-2500 calories per day. The reason for this is that your body needs at a minimum 1900 cals (your bmr). Since you are so active, you need to bump that figure up. To lose weight efficiently and…

Protein is king here... 40% protein, 30% carbs and 30% fat is the best ratio from my understanding. Not only is protein necessary for muscle development, but it keeps me full longer. Providing enough fat in your diet enables your body to burn what you are consuming more efficiently. I see carbs as a filler, but really they…

Makes us smart, doesn't it? ;)

You have a very high BMR, that means your body needs lots of fuel! You should aim to eat about 2150 cals per day, and since you do not exercise frequently, you will also want to eat back your exercise calories burned. The best way to know how many cals you are burning is to get a good heart rate monitor. You can use the…

Hi Sazroy, I would suggest that you eat 1950 cals per day. If you do any extra exercise that is not part of your 'Lightly active' assessment, then you should eat back those calories that you burn. Mostly important to eat at least your BMR. The heartrate monitor to get a baseline read you will want to use it for at least a…

Try this site --> http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/ I use it in conjunction with my fat2fit calculations.

Thanks :) After reading, I think I should add that the only reason I am eating back my exercise calories is because these exercises are done ON TOP OF my estimate for TDEE. My TDEE is based on being lightly active (I play volleyball competitively once a week, and have three kids, lots of housecleaning) so I only eat back…