aaronrlindemann Member

Agreed. Don't be a tool.

I have some. I gained a lot of fat, fast. They definitely fade over time. Now I look at them as battle scars from a past life of which I plan to never return.

The closer you get to those goals, the more critical those macros become. I wouldn't be overly worried about it if I were you, but there certainly ARE solutions to what you're trying to do (but they might not be as sweet).

Get some chocolate protein powder on hand for times like this... low carb, high protein.

If you're logging spices... let it be for the sake of tracking micro nutrients, more than calories. Keep your portions in line, make food choices in line with your goals, and get plenty of movement. I've never tracked a spice.

Wow, incredible job man! You don't even look like the same person!

Agreed! It doesn't leave you feeling 'full' the same way a chicken breast will, but it is great to have around if you can't make a meal, need to up your intake a bit, or want some fast digesting protein after a workout. I used to use it as a post workout 'meal' but lately I've just been making food because I enjoy that…

Blood sugar and insulin play a HUGE role in hunger. Decide to become a breakfast person. "Eat breakfast like a king and dinner like a peasant." Everything else will take care of itself.

Beans are a great healthy low cost food.

If someone gains 0.5lbs in a week from strength training, that's a lot, so don't be fooled into 'it's all muscle gain' it realistically takes about 2 months for most people to even begin noticing the results of strength training... just keep your diet good, keep up the work outs and your body will give it up soon. Don't…

I have two kids so I can relate. You just need to make time. And as far as when goes, I'm not sure, but you just gave a laundry list of when and why you CAN'T run... if I were you, I'd make a list of when and why you CAN run. Even just for a great mental work out! It's not easy, but it has to become a priority to make it…

HIIT would be something to consider. http://www.shape.com/fitness/workouts/8-benefits-high-intensity-interval-training-hiit

Remember, refined carbs like bread & starch (potatoes, ect) turn to sugar very quickly upon hitting your system... this spikes your blood sugar which increases your insulin... this falsely lowers your blood sugar giving you cravings for more! Avoid large amounts of complex carbs and keep your carbs more high fiber, whole…

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Yes you can... as long as the deficit isn't huge.

Thanks! @ Kristen 9 Love the dark and beautiful thing you got going on! ;)

@energy 10 - love the eyes!

Thanks Nikki! Great smile!

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OMG Good for you!!! YOU SHOULD BE SO PROUD! Just amazing!!!

Also note, I've had weekend days 'off' only to regret it when the scale spikes SEVERAL lbs... obviously it's not fat, it's just food in your gut, but at 4' 11" you're going to have to be more careful than most, because you just need less calories. Try increasing your fiber intake (fruit, veggies, ect) for a while if you…

I ate fairly poorly... water is the key though. After my walk and run this morning I hit a new low. My good habits are finally over taking my bad ones! ONWARD!!

It's no secret that movement after eating helps digestion (ever walk a dog!?)... so it would make sense that if you eat earlier, you may be doing your digestive system (and weight loss) a favor by helping things along and stop eating so late. Not science, just common sense. That being said, calories are calories and…

Every day... sometimes more than once. Helps me understand what's happening my body as stuff comes in and out if it.

They are sooo good for you in moderation tho! :) A serving a day and you're gold!