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Oh, I really don't mind the looking. I do that too. We're all human after all. I just have problems with misogynous comments and insults. You are right though, I might be imagining things. Not everyone can possibly be that "bad". Thank you for your encouragements, and congratulations on your weight loss!

Thanks! I did not know that those moves were done in a power rack. I guess I'll just have to suck it up and try it. It can be intimidating, I hear so many things about bad injuries.

DavPul, thank you for your answer. 1. I do not like when someone just asks a question without giving details on their situation. Not everyone is the same. Then again, if reading four short paragraphs requires a lot of effort from you, I suggest that you just do not answer and keep kissing your delicious biceps. 2. Useful…

I do not think you are too heavy. Just listen to your body, build your speed and mileage gradually. I started running when I was 210 pounds. I'm 5'4 short. I was slow and it was hard, I've had to deal with a lot of shin splints and take breaks, but now I can "comfortably" run a 5k. My time is not the best, but I'm working…

I think it's more complicated to have to use iTunes than not. Adding music/playlists to an Android is as easy as putting them on a USB stick, to be honest. And you don't have that issue of only being able to synchronize with one or two computers. Plus, if your battery ends up sucking after a year of use, you don't need a…

Do you feel like you're running like a penguin because it hurts to run normally? You have to spot what causes that bad posture. Does it only happen when you're sore? When it hurts? When you've been running for a long time? It's normal for the posture to go down a bit when you are tired (tired legs, zigzagging, wobbly…

Hey there! I'm so glad and proud that you are taking this big step towards good health. I just want to remind you that you have to do this for yourself. Do not always listen to what others have to say, they don't know and they do not want to know. Weight loss is a very personal journey, and though it can be achieved with…

So proud of you! Well done! I hope I will be able to make a thread like this one eventually too! :)

Probably too much exercise for too little food. Figure out how much you are supposed to eat, change your exercise routine. You can do this. It's not something that will happen overnight... it's a process. It takes time.

Surround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher.

Oh man, I'm too proud to quit. I'll take breaks, I'll look like a tomato that was ran over by a truck, but I'll stay and push through. I'll cry and whine in my head the whole time, though. It usually goes like this: "Ok. I can do this." "YES. I'm doing it!" "Wow, it's really hot in here. Let's see how everybody else is…

Awesome! Bump!

Liposuction is a waste of money in my opinion. I understand that you are considering it, I did too not that long ago. But I really think it's not worth the price or the pain. I'll get the sore muscles plus the sweat anytime over this. Even if you decide to do it, you probably will find another thing that you do not like…

Sounds so good. Bump!

Like everyone said, try out foods that are dense in calories like avocados, nuts, peanut butter, greek yogurt, bananas, protein bars, etc. If your macros permit it, maybe get a nice drink? You will reach your calorie goal very quickly. Good luck!

I go to the gym after work. It's dealt with and I can relax the rest of the evening.

That's just amazing! I know the feeling, you must be so so so happy. Even though I say and know that numbers do not reflect reality, I had a happy dance when the scale hit the 199 lbs mark. I am so proud of you! Keep it up! :>

Word, ladybro! Using a term such as "cheat/naughty" gives it a negative connotation and automatically implants guilt. I usually eat whatever I want as long as I can fit it in my macros. You will totally see me enjoying ice cream or potato chips, no stress. Otherwise, during the weekend, I tend to be more forgiving. That is…

It's probably a little virus. Make sure that you drink a lot of water... dehydration can cause constipation. And if you have diarrhea, it causes dehydration so... take care of yourself hydration wise! To deal with the constipation and if you can get the product where you live, I suggest Senokot. It is a mild laxative that…

At worst, you will not experience any loss this week. At best, you will lose more than you thought you would. Either way, let us know how it goes! I'm sure you will have a good surprise. More often than not, we don't eat enough for the amount of activity that we do.

Wow, you can definitely see the difference! Good job, you look great!

Insanity is not made by Jillian Michaels. You are probably talking about the 30 Day Shred/6 Week Six-Pack, Ripped in 30, Killer Buns & Thighs, yada yada... She made so many. If you are really talking about Insanity, then it is made by BeachBody with Shaun T. You can order the DVD, or you could probably find it online...…

Hey there! I understand what you mean. I don't and will never add someone that I know personally on MFP. I can be way more honest with myself and others when I do not feel pressured by the way they view me. I've always been a little bit of a loner, but this journey is very personal for me and I'm a little shy/ashamed of my…

Hey there! I'm also a short lady : 5'4 and around 178 pounds. I'll add you!

Do what you can with what you have. I know the feeling, I've been there. Heck, I still feel the same way sometimes. You just have to remember that you should never compare yourself to someone else. Each time you workout, compete with yourself only. Try to beat your time, increase the mileage, your number of reps, the…

That sounds so good! Bump! I'll do it tonight.

Bumpity bump!

Yay! :B More fwiends to plai wiff! Let's dance and snort sugaaaar!

You are right, depending on the location of the scale and the level of the floor, the results may vary. I don't think your scale is busted. If your scale is digital, do you let it get to zero before you step on it? I found that if I change the scale to one spot, check my weight, and then move it back to the previous spot…