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Couldn't help but jump in here. 1200 calories maintenance may be the case... but if the OP is burning 400-900 cals, she needs to eat at least some of those back. Finding a good Dr. is tough business. Good luck with the search and find someone who exercises and is familiar with athletes, because a 400-900 cal standard burn…

I would read the stuff on leangains.com it really spells out the science for you and gives you some tips on how to best approach it, like what to break your fast with and such. It was a lot of info but really helpful.

I have noticed how much better food tastes and I love that I can have heartier portions. Or, if someone asks me to grab dinner with them I'm no longer thinking "Doh, I wish I had known earlier and skipped breakfast". It has given me a lot of freedom. I think I need to work on pre-logging my meals, though to help with my…

Just started IF about a week ago, it has been amazing. I do find that I am still learning about how to not go totally crazy when I break my fast and eat everything in sight. However, you are right, the large meal and satisfaction that come with it rules.

The stick and push HARD when you use it. I used the stick 2x on my IT band calves the day before the race, 2x the day after and not only did I run the race pain free but today I woke up and I'm not sore anymore! The foam roller is OK but I feel like my stick works so much better. Look up some youtube videos on how to use…

Using a heart rate monitor is going to be the best way to know caloric burn for exercise, although hrms have a larger margin of error for strength training vs. cardio. Because caloric burn depends on many factors, what I burn doing 15 min of burpees will be different than what you burn :)

Wow, talk about a tough situation... It sounds like your only option is really to get outside and do it. Have you looked into really good cold weather clothing? Items that will keep you *warm* when it's freezing? Walk with a thermos of hot tea or hot cocoa? Do you have a shopping mall? I have seen walking groups in…

right there with you, I have nothing to offer other than understanding. I'm currently trying to get in touch with a psychologist and try the no meds only therapy approach. <3

500 sounds about right for any roll with tempura or sauce. If you get a veggie roll with no sauces or a simple salmon roll or something it will likely be a little less. Maybe shashimi? :)

Ramping up to get a big start tomorrow! November is going to be a good month :) I can feel it. I did my strength routine at 5:30am and have spin after work. I did eat some hersheys kisses :-/ and will have to skip my protein shake to make it work, but eh. I can do this! How's everyone else doing?

6 workouts a week 5 strength routines a week 6 days at my calorie deficit a week 1 day off a week Can I check-in with you all to keep me motivated???

The above poster is incorrect... there is a range of healthy %s and it varies based on your gender, age and if you are training for particular activities... Here is a decent resource to help you out! http://www.sport-fitness-advisor.com/bodyfatpercentage.html I say who cares about the weight, just keep measurements and…

Look into adventure racing. It's usually on teams and you trail run, mountain bike and kayak your way through checkpoints and to the finish!

PERFECT!!! "Honey why do we have 12 jars of PB?" "ERM.... There is a shortage, duh."

Oh, I've used the BMR formula, but it varies. I wanted to know if there was a more scientific, individual approach to having your BMR calculated? Thank you for the suggestion, though.

how do you get your BMR checked???

Sub sugar for stevia, it's an all natural sweetener and really good! I eat plain oats + stevia + pumpkin puree + cinnamon Greek yogurt + stevia + blueberries Power Crunch protein bars and Promax LS protein bars are both sweetened with stevia. I use it in my coffee too I also use almond milk instead of cows milk as it has…

WOW!!!! Congrats on a new body, your success and your improved health I'm sure!!! You look so happy. Nicely done!

Are we talking sore muscle pain or pain in your ribs or heart pain??? Muscle soreness is to be expected, but if you are getting sharp pains you may have tweaked something. Form is super important so I tried to focus on execution during 30DS (well that and not writing hate mail to J. Michaels hehe). If you are experiencing…

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I try to eat lots of veggies, but there is a book "Mindless Eating" that I would highly recommend, it's short, easy to read and VERY eye opening :)!!

I don't know that I have a story quite like this, but I have a lot of guilt associated with food. Basically, any time I eat until I am actually full I feel guilty. I know I have an unhealthy relationship with food at times, but I am actively trying to make it better. I want to be the healthiest, happiest version of me and…

Sweaty bands + 2 goody no pain hair ties = perfectly tight pony tail and no fly aways. If I run longer than 6mi I have to do a bun or I end up with a rats nest... the joys of being a lady :-D Sweaty bands are like $15 a pop but SO worth it!!!

^^ That body rock girl is smokin!!! This was so amazing, thanks Steve for posting it, love it!!!

Holy yum! BUMP!

iPhone apps and fitness magazine websites are a great place to start! 5lb weights will be more than enough and a lot you can do using just your own body weight! Strength training will make cardio easier and help to prevent injuries by strengthening muscles you may not use during cardio workouts. I would suggest fitness…

love this, but I'm going to shower first ;) then send you a picture

HOLY CRAP!!! I aim for 5,000+ burned, but I would almost certainly guess you have plateaued because you aren't eating enough... you are burning almost 2lbs of calories a week!!! Go you.... now go eat some chicken breast nomnomnom Just kidding you are a pescatarian... salmon then nomnomnom

Wait shouldn't that only be like 5cal soy sauce + 80 cal bun + 80 cal swiss cheese+ mushroom (maybe like 50 cals) 215 cals?!

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