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This. Just this.

Sorry for getting slightly off topic, but is this right ? Genuinely curious. So if I ran a mile in 8 minutes I would burn the same calories as if I ran it in 12 minutes?

That was also my first thought....tell me about this pizza!

What works isn't universal. I'm very much 'if it fits your calories over the course of the week'...I've never had a problem with binging, just wilful ignorance of how many calories are in certain foods coupled with an inactive lifestyle.

It's calorie deficit, at the end of the day. Some people find if they have less time to eat, they will eat less calories. If they are 1,000 calories above maintenance in a shorter window, they would gain weight.

I get up at six and don't usually eat until midday. If I have breakfast, it makes me hungrier throughout the day. I mean, if I'm hungry at breakfast time, I'll eat something, but normally I won't be. Personally, I think it's more about finding what works for you than eating at a set time.

I've always heard the 8 glasses thing....but what size is a glass? 8 pint glasses would be a gallon, so I'm guessing half pint glasses? (Sorry, I'm uk based, and liquid in ounces is totally meaningless to me...off to google it!)

In general, no I don't do this - I can't buy clothes in the correct size without trying them on, what I think will look great on the rack looks pretty darn terrible on me! Having said that, I did pick up a pair of ripped cropped jeans which look amazing for £4 in a sale - however the only size they have left was a uk 10.…

Another one for intermittent fasting. The first few fast days are kinda hard, but personally I find it easier knowing I can eat 'normally' on other days. I didn't exercise for my first few fast days, but now do some light cardio - a 2-3 mile jog, 20 minutes circuits at a lower intensity, maybe a swim. Personally I find…

I don't have cheat meals - I try my best to fit things into my calorie goal for the day. If I go over by a couple of hundred I don't worry so long as I'm under for the week. For example, today I will be eating a full dominos mighty meaty pizza (medium, thin crust). It's the husbands birthday and they're buy one get one…

So far it's been running an 8.5 minute mile...especially as at first I couldn't even run half a mile without stopping. Moving down into another stone (going from 12 stone to 11 stone 12 or something) also feels great - although I know really it's only a barely perceptible loss, just seeing the number on the scale going…

I agree. I do 5:2 and exercise the morning after a fast day before I break my fast. I normally do a twenty minute circuit training workout - I do find I have more energy, although I wouldn't like to try a long endurance session afterwards. For me, fasting has been a fascinating process - it has helped me recognise real…

Personally, I track it but don't eat all of my exercise calories back - I don't have a hrm and the calorie burns on the mfp database seem to be on the high side. That said, if I've spent seven hours hiking up a mountain I know I need more food than I would on a 'normal" day, so will eat to compensate, if I've spent 30…

I can see how calorie counting could lead to issues for you. My big bugbear with weight watchers is that it doesn't really teach you healthy eating habits or portion control (caveat: in my experience anyway, some people may have had different experiences). Personally, mfp works far better for me. I would try and arrange an…

It's a learning process. I know previously when I've tried to lose weight I've been in the exact situation as the OP... Cutting out all junk, only eating 'good' foods etc always going for the low fat option and as a result, not eating enough. The problem is many people have an inaccurate view of what the body needs, and…

I can't stand using the machines at the gym. I hike, dance, walk, run, swim and cycle. Much more fun than pounding on a treadmill - even in the rain!

I find certain exercises make me more hungry than others, regardless of calorie burn swimming makes me ravenous, as does strength training.

You don't have to cook it in advance, just log the calories onto MFP for the full day in advance - ie plan what you're going to eat. I always do it,mand adjust throughout the day as required.

1. It is NEVER a good idea to save up most of your calories on a Friday for Friday night beer, except, because you're being healthy, you'll have vodka instead....I should have been more concerned about making sure I'd eaten beforehand than worrying about calories....ugh. 2. I can eat smaller portions and not feel…

I'm actually considering it. How would one word such a missive?

My evening has been ruined by not knowing if OP has pooped or not yet. FML.

I suspect the scale is knackered. If, as a very rough rule of thumb, you need to burn 3,500 calories to lose 1lb this would mean your husband has managed to create a deficit of 70,000 calories overnight. Assuming he hasn't spontaneously combusted, I think the scales are broken.

Firstly, make sure you are aiming to eat the right amount of calories - if you've input that you want to lose 2lbs per week, it's possible that this is too aggressive a goal unless you have 75lb plus to lose. A good quote I heard on here is 'find the maximum amount of calories that you lose weight in, not the minimum'. My…

What's your cal limit? 1200 (which mfp seems to default to if you put in that you want to lose 2lbs per week) is too low for a lot of people. As you say you have a lot to lose, I wouldn't worry too much though, weight loss seems to be a lot quicker for the first few weeks and will gradually slow down. How do you feel? If…

Mine goes off my waist and hips really quickly - I'm down a size (uk 16 now uk14) in my trousers and only lost 10lb. It hangs around like a booger on my shoulders, arms and chests so basically i look like a triangle. When I've lost weight previously, I lost 40lb before it evened out a bit.

In the short term, just log the calories. For me, I find that seeing how many calories I've actually consumed helps deter me in the future. Taking a longer view, try and find the triggers; again, you will have to find what works for you . One of my weight loss buddies had problems with binging and after she felt that she'd…

I've been doing 5:2 for about a month now - so far lost six pounds. I fast Mondays and Thursdays, although do change days if it's impractical. Personally, I've found I have a lot more energy and am sleeping a hell of a lot better, too. It's a way of eating that really works for me. Feel free to add me!

Well, I suspect it will be different for everyone, but here's some things that help me: 1. I pre-plan meals and snacks. In the morning I will pre-log everything I intend to eat. Basically, I start with tea, which is my main meal, add lunch and then see what I've got left to play with. 2. On days where I'm more likely to be…

I close mine around 9pm, after dinner. I'm not a snacker sort of person (nope, it was great big glorious teas and puddings that did for me!) and can't remember the last time I ate after dinner. Also just drink water on a night, usually, if I'm having wine or something horrifically calorific, I'll pre-log, but as this…

My husband and mam know that I am trying to improve fitness and make healthier eating choices...and hopefully lose a little weight in the process! I have tried before, and told people at work, friends etc... I know from past experience that as soon as you mention the word 'diet' every man, jack and dog feels the need to…