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I barely do any cardio and I primarily focus on muscle gaining and strength training. My weight stays the same (muscle is heavier than fat) but I've lost inches around my waist. Weight training is going to give you the "feminine" look, not make you bulky. Start toning now! And don't just do the weight machines, free…

c You need to drink a reasonable amount of water a day (5 to 7 glasses) in order for your body to produce the energy (thermogenesis) that is necessary for weight loss. Here's the (peer reviewed) source: http://press.endocrine.org/doi/full/10.1210/jc.2006-1438 but since it's all scientific, my basic suggestion is: yes,…

No. I would suggest keeping workouts around at least 300-400 calories burned. When you log in your exercise in mfp, the calories burned also show up as "calories earned" to eat for the day. Now, this is great for special occasions but I wouldn't eat back all of the calories you burned from your workout. So, basically,…

Carbs and lean protein! Carbs will give you energy, protein will make you feel full longer. I don't have any specific suggestions however, just eat what you'd want to eat a lot of!

What I found is that if I start reducing my caloric intake too quickly, my stomach isn't used to it so it's hungry all the time. Maybe you could follow the recommendations for .5 one week, then 1.0 the following, then 1.5 the week after (or spread that timeline out if you haven't adjusted). Also, make sure you aren't…

That's a great amount of weight to have lost! Now, you have probably heard over and over that you can't spot reduce -- which is true. But, I have found that weight training also helps with at least "smoothing" out my belly. It's still there, and it will be gone with more weight loss, but at least my tummy doesn't feel so…

If you're a member of a gym, and want an amazing revenge bod but don't know how, seek out some classes. I always like the kickboxing classes so you can channel your inner rage! Also when I'm really mad, I go trail running (basically jogging in a forest). If you have any nature preserves nearby with trails, plug in your…

You look amazing! Congratulations on your weight loss! :)

If you can, get a vegetable spiralizer, and turn zucchini into zucchini noodles! I got mine for about 40 bucks, which seems kind of steep, but I am totally obsessed with mine and use it almost every single day. Zucchini noodles make a quick and easy substitute for pasta. If you don't want to get a spiralizer, try getting a…

I'm vegetarian but eat a vegan diet approximately 5 out of 7 days of the week without meaning to. The only thing I will occasionally have is cheese! I don't eat eggs at all due to the environmental impact. I'm trying to transition to being 100% vegan soon!

Chocolate covered strawberries are easy to make and perfect for valentines day! You can make them with some dark chocolate too to keep the sugar down and get those awesome antioxidants from chocolate. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/chocolate-covered-strawberries-recipe.html

Get one of those vegetable spiralizers. If you are tired of lettuce, make a veggie pasta -- it's basically a salad. I make a ton of zucchini noodles and toss them with some salad dressing -- I'm a big fan of a bit of pesto whisked with some lemon juice. Throw in some chicken, spinach, tomatoes, bell pepper, or whatever…

Identifying triggers and finding good coping mechanisms. I would binge eat whenever I was anxious or unhappy. I would also eat anything that was pre-prepared, such as chips, or microwave meals. Now I only keep around foods that I have to put an effort in to prepare, and also keep myself distracted if I am anxious. I have…

Okay first off, as someone who has struggled with an eating disorder since I was young, you don't just "become" bulimic. An eating disorder is serious, it's not something you pick up. And you know what? It's horrible. Having an eating disorder ruined me, and now I don't know how to lose weight the healthy way. And, there…

I haven't been on weight watchers myself, but my Mom has. She has lost over 60 pounds. She goes to the group weigh-ins every week, is very active online, and swears by it. She's tried Jenny Craig and Atkins, but I think she likes WW so much because it actually tells you how to eat properly, not to buy into some fad. She…

steel cut make ahead oats -- http://ohsheglows.com/recipage/?recipe_id=6004198 and overnight oats http://ohsheglows.com/2011/04/07/vegan-overnight-oat-parfaits-12-recipes-to-kick-off-the-season/ Both of these are really great with fresh fruits, i am particularly fond of diced pears or apples soaked in with them so they get…

Make sure you start by measuring every thing. Get a little food scale, or just use measuring cups. I often overestimate how much I'm eating unless I measure it. Keep track of everything you put in your mouth, especially drinks, such as coffee, and the sugars you might be adding to said coffee! Also, make sure you're…

I eat raw food for breakfast and lunch, so I've gotten pretty creative with my salads. some of my favorites (sorry nothing is exact, i kinda make things up as I go along so I don't have any written recipes): "massaged" kale salad - 1 tsp olive oil, half of the juice of a lime, some salt and pepper, and a huge handful of…