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THIS. Sugar significantly effects the hungry/satisfied/overfull sensors in your brain. It's ok to have a little ice cream or one cookie every now and again, but truthfully it's not good for your body to have especially high fructose corn syrup and highly processed foods as part of your base diet. I'd encourage you to look…

Thank you for the feedback!

I understand what you're saying, however, I don't see how "meeting my protein intake of X daily" vs. "be able to lift 1 more lb this week" is different. I need something that is measurable and has a time frame. SMART goals- Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time Based. If I don't put a time frame on it there…

I'm curious, what makes you say food based goals are negative? I need to improve my eating habits, so why would that be negative? Especially when (from what I understand) losing weight is 80% diet and only 20% exercise? Additionally, for me, the fitness thing is secondary. I am just simply trying to be active right now vs.…

None. I feel most comfortable when I'm not wearing underwear. Last night I did wear some snug fitting boy shorts to my barre class and they didn't move around at all, so those might be another option for me. I would say though because everyone's body type is different you really have to try different options until you find…

My favorite so far!!!

God I would give anything to go from my HH's down to a DD or less! That being said, I hear what you're saying. First, make sure you're wearing not only the proper size of bra but also a proper style for your shape and form. If you haven't already go to either a Nordstrom, Lord & Taylor, or Lady Grace near you to be fitted…

What's wrong with guesstimating is it doesn't give you an accurate picture of your calorie and macro intake. That being said, if you're losing, and guesstimating is working for you at the moment- more power to you! I would say if/when you hit a plateau, get out the measuring cups and food scale. Knowing your intake is…

I use Advocare supplements and meal replacement shakes- I've done two 24 day challenges and I basically maintain at the "max" phase. I don't know that it helps me a TON but I like the shakes and the spark. I'm thinking about ditching the MNS because it's so expensive (even with a discount- I'm a distributor) that I don't…

Water water water. Back off the fiber- it can have a binding effect for some people especially when not balanced out with enough water and other stuff to help move things along. Coffee will help. Any fruits that begin with P- pineapple, plums, pears, peaches. Those will all help as well. Think about adding in a probiotic…

Thank you for your response- I have been MIA since I had a bout with bronchitis and am still recovering. I will track as accurately as possible for the next 2 weeks and touch base at that point. Weight has been fluctuating. It's as follows: 8/26- 260.6 8/29- 266.2 8/31- 262.8 9/2- 262.4 9/4- 261.8 9/6- 262.8 9/9- 260 9/20-…

This x100000!

Sorry guys, I'm sure you're super busy. Just wanted to follow up on this- thanks for any feedback you may have!

I love a good, firm, round butt. Next in line is boobs- they have to be natural! And nice legs too- firm. Mmmm :blushing:

You look great, and I'm another fan of your hair!! Congrats on your hard work!

Ugh, those are the worst- especially when you're in the middle of being active. It's so hard but you have to just let it roll off your back. That stranger has no knowledge of your life, of your journey, of your struggle, or the work you're doing. If you allow yourself to be upset about it you give them power over your…

I have been tracking my calories as per MFP's recommendations. Not my macros- not really sure how to determine how I should set those. I will say I have not been 100% with my tracking 100% of the time- there are meals or whole days I've missed here and there and I know that can make a huge difference. I am committed to…

Thank you so so much for posting this. I have had my ups and downs and challenges in life over the last few years as well- nothing compared to what you've battled- and the fact that you stuck with this and kept this as a priority is inspirational. Your story is very touching and motivational- congratulations and here's to…

I second you on this!

This helps, thank you!!

Sorry, correction- 1 hour of moderate activity!

I have been logging for a while but I rarely get through a week where I log 100% of 100% if that makes sense. I try, but not hard enough. Something I'm working on. I weigh myself 1-3x/week and log every weight here. I have also started taking measurements. How were you able to determine that the 2100-20% is about 1…

And PS Thanks in advance- I'm just now learning about a lot of this so I have a lot to learn!

PS Just this week I started using a food scale, so while it's possible I've been underestimating my caloric intake up until now I find it doubtful I've underestimated it that grossly. I just want a really good starting point to go from to start seeing this weight come off.

This 100%

I've gone on and off WW a number of times. It never stuck. I started MFP as an alternative to WW- I figured I would use this until I hit a plateau and then I would go over to WW. I wanted to prove to myself I could get into the habit and stick with tracking before I paid $ for it. I love MFP so much I never felt the need…

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Thanks for posting this! I take Barre classes 3x/week and we do some calisthenics, some isometric movements, and some stuff with very light weights (1lb yoga balls and 2-3 lb dumbells) I know I'm getting stronger, I'm definitely getting more flexible, and it feels great. I think some calisthenic circuits would be great for…

Sure, I'd give him a shot :wink:

I :heart: you!