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You can’t change your genetics or your natural shape. I’m a pear shape who’d love to be an hourglass but that’s never going to happen, my body naturally gains weight in my butt & thighs and it’s based upon genetics. I’d also love to have long legs and green eyes, but again that’s out of my control. You have to accept the…

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If you are a complete beginner stick to the difficulty level 1-3 workouts to avoid injury or over doing it. You will need to create an account to join Fitness Blender, but it’s free & there’s no catch. You can purchase an actual program with them as well, it’s just the free exercises scheduled and organized for you. They…

I had to unlink my Fitbit from MFP for this very reason. I would have gained a ton of weight if I followed the calories FitBit was giving me in MFP. I still wear the FitBit as a watch and to track my steps, but that’s it. I use a polar chest strap monitor when I exercise and track my workout calories that way instead, it’s…

I have been on a journey of trying to figure out new workouts and a new routine since an injury in February that I am still struggling with and not healed. I had to give up the workouts I loved doing and it’s been a real challenge physically and mentally... I wish I only needed to switch things up for a few months due to…

That depends on your account settings. If you’ve set your goals to lose weight, then MFP is already calculating your deficit for you.

Choose grass fed organic butter, what’s better than natural and organic? We’ve been eating real butter for centuries, long before processed foods. I strive to eat clean as well, and for me that means avoiding processed foods and choosing natural and organic as much as possible, with this in mind I haven’t had margarine…

I am 7-15 lbs overweight, but my doctor said it’s not a contributing factor and considers my weight normal. I’ve completed physical therapy with two different therapists, tried chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, kinesiology tape, knee sleeves, glute strengthening exercises, etc. My misalignment was first diagnosed in…

Thanks for your feedback guys! The more I read on the subject the more leery I am growing about having this done... now I need to come up with some alternative options...

I also have knee issues, I have chondromalacia patella in both knees and suffered a degenerative meniscus tear in February that I have been in PT for ever since. I was recently cleared to start exercising again, but it's challenging to find cardio that does not irritate my knee. The potential causes of knee pain are vast…

I love ice cream and eat it regularly, I like Dryers slow churned chocolate and vanilla which have simple ingredients and 100 calories per 1/2 cup, it’s great on an organic cake cone. I also like Arctic Zero but it’s pricey so I only purchase it when it’s on sale. Both are great ice cream options!

Can anyone suggest a cardio workout that’s appropriate for people with knee issues and need to avoid jumping and twisting? Plus I can’t stand kickboxing, boxing or dance moves in workouts... I am looking to get back in shape after a meniscus tear in February, I’ve been cleared to workout but have to be more careful with my…

I really like bowflex selectek, I am working through Chaldean Extreme and they are super fast and easy to switch, I tried a different brand that was awful and got rid of them. I wish I'd bought selectek to begin with!

Don't feel sad & take it as an insult. Realize he wants to change together & feel happy and motivated - find healthy foods to eat together, go for a walk, find a fitness routine/video/etc. you can do together. Make fitness a new hobby to do together & spend time together getting & being healthy!

I'd love to hear an update from anyone who had NoveSure done over a year ago - I am considering this option & would like to know if you still feel it was the right choice?

-- diet soda is still soda -- just sayin' - although it still comes down to calories in vs calories out for most - are you using MFP to track everything you consume?

I agree. Every time I have tried a special/restrictive diet, I fail, eat everything I wasn't "allowed" to eat & gain weight. When I eat what I want in moderation (I do try to eat healthfully most of the time & don't eat a lot of processed foods) & track calories, it works & I don't feel deprived.

Fat is usually easy - nuts, nut-butters, avocado, oils, butter... =0) For protein - try little changes like milk with extra protein added, high protein bread, quinoa instead of rice, some protein powder in your coffee for a mocha-like drink...

If this has not already been said, you do not need to complete your entry, everything you logged will still be there, you don't lose any information.

I'm referring to the MFP totals at the bottom of the daily diary, my protein is high (negative red), my sugar & fiber are high (negative red), but my carbs are low & it shows at the end of the day I still have carbs to eat. & I am eating healthy carbs, whole grains only, I have food allergies & don't eat processed foods...

I'm trying to do the fix (somewhat modified) and feed my family as well, so I made a list of low-carb dinners I know my family already likes, and meals that I can omit the carbs from & everyone else can still eat them, like taco salad - my family gets tortilla chips & I don't. Right now my list includes: meatloaf, stuffed…

I love the Barilla Plus Protein pasta it still has the same calories but is very nutritious. I usually eat over 400 calories at dinner so some pasta with sauce & a veggie side fits just fine.

I purchased a new workout DVD & a healthy cookbook. I am planning a workout schedule & need to clean out the fridge/freezer/pantry too =0)

Go to the library & check this book & others like it out for free + the library often has free computer classes, resume classes, etc. that will at least keep you active even if you don't learn anything new. Definitely find a volunteer position, or a holiday position, or go to a temp agency - you never know who you will…

I 2nd buying single serve portions - I love chocolate peanut butter ice cream so every once in a while I buy the single serving of haagen dazs ice cream (the teeny tiny one that comes with a built in spoon) & then I enjoy it & it is out of the house. They sell single servings of peanut butter - so that might work for you…

Eat a small breakfast - say 200 calories (1 egg & low carb toast) & then have a snack for around 100 calories (yogurt, nuts or jerky).

Maybe also look at what you are eating for lunch which may be making you feel tired & switch to a lunch that will make you feel energized - like a salad with protein.

Did MFP set you to eat 1500-1800?

The explanation is that you have long legs, not that you are tall. I am 5'10" and I have a long torso, not long legs, I wear average length jeans (I can never find shirts that are long enough!) but I am considered tall.