allisontaylor

My opinion is that you are better off eating (or drinking) REAL protein such as chocolate milk, yogurt, cheese, nuts, nut butters, lean meats, quinoa, tofu, beans, etc. I am a weightlifting instructor and I *rarely* use any shakes or bars - like a couple of times a year as a meal replacement or snack if I'm in a hurry and…

Oh - another favorite is to mix it with 1 pack of ramen noodles (un-cooked and broken into bits), 1 pack of broccoli slaw, and the seasoning packet mixed with 1/4 to 1/2 cup of red wine vinegar and a little olive oil. Yum!

Shred, mix with salsa and/or black beans, add some low fat shredded cheese and a low calorie tortilla shell - and voila....quesadilla or burrito!

My suggestion is 1/2 cup Stonyfield Farms Fat Free French Vanilla Yogurt (it's organic) mixed with 1 cup frozen fruit (try strawberries, bananas, mango, pineapple, blueberries, etc.) and add milk, juice, or water to get the desired consistency. I also like to add 1 tablespoon of wheat germ and maybe a little cinnamon.…

Yes, it is on the isle with cereal/oatmeal/etc. I LOVE it added to smoothies - as someone else alreay said, it adds a nutty flavor. It's really good for you and yummy too!

FitJoani - Please share the pumpkin sauce recipe!!! I had Annie's All Natural Rotini pasta with 4 cheese sauce from a box (prepared with skim milk/no butter), added a whole bag of frozen organic broccoli florets to the cooking pasta and cajun seasoning to the cheese sauce, with a piece of Pepperidge Farm Garlic Texas Toast…

Balsamic or Red Wine vinegar, soy sauce, low fat cream cheese, pesto, salsa, dijonaisse (kinda like mayo and brown mustard mixed, but super low calorie), low fat sour cream....but as someone else said, not all at once :)

Not to scare you, but if it's not PMS....are you pregnant? Those can both cause unusual sluggishness. For increasing iron, if you don't like red meat, how about shrimp and/or pork? Green leafy veggies (spinach, asparagus, broccoli, etc.) and fortified foods such as cereals, pastas, etc. are also good choices. I also agree…

I love the Amy's frozen meals - burritos, veggie/rice bowls, indian and mexican dishes - haven't had a bad one yet! My favorite is the Vegetable Korma. I keep them in the freezer at my work so they're handy for days that I haven't planned ahead for lunch. Most are around 300 calories and they are so yummy :)

Mmmmm....I LOVE QUINOA! My favorite is to mix in frozen/thawed edamame (soy beans) and toss with a little soy sauce. It's delicious! Also, when I make mine, I add about a teaspoon to a tablespoon of coconut oil. It gives it a really nice texture and a little coconutty flavor. Doesn't add that many calories per serving and…

If what you're baking is sweet - I ALWAYS substitute applesause or baby food fruit for the oil. TRUST ME....it's awesome! Toll house brownies/cookies come out super moist and delicious - same for cakes and muffins! I have NEVER had a bad experience doing this. Because it is sweeter than oil, you can also cut the sugar in…

For chili, I use the ground beef, black beans, kidney beans, red and green pepper, corn, and onion. Lots of beans and veggies make it a great choice! I also love tacos/burritos/quesadillas with ground beef and pinto beans mixed together. Add some spices like cumin, chili powder, garlic, paprica, pepper, and/or salsa...and…

I agree with the others....GO FOR IT!!! I too used to be terrified of trying new things by myself, but getting over that hurdle can be very empowering. First, I signed up for a self defense course by myself. Then a marathon (woohoo!). Then a Body Pump/Group Power class at a local gym. I did all these things by myself, and…

You can still work your arms - free weights, and machines. Also, what about swimming if you have access to a pool - even if you just do arms and let the legs float along? And yes, eat as clean as you can and be patient - don't want to dive back in too quick and end up being out for longer. Best wishes for a speedy recovery…

Just wondered if ya'll are still sticking with this - and what (if any) results you are seeing.....

For most any cookie recipe (like Toll House on the back of the bag of chocolate chips), you can substitute whole wheat pastry flour for white flour, substitute applesauce (or pumpkin, or jarred baby food fruit like prunes) for oil or butter, and cut the sugar in half (the applesauce adds sweetness). For any recipes that…

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE adopt a doggie that would otherwise be put to sleep at a shelter! Please don't buy one, and please make sure to get it spayed/neutered! Mutts have many less health problems than full-breeds. A good friend of mine has a pug that she trail runs and hikes with often - and it does awesome, but again, no…

I like mine cooked in a rice cooker with a little coconut oil added - then I top with edamame and soy sauce.

Mystasia - it has been about 1 month since I upped my calories. Let's hope the loosing continues!

UPDATE: Still eating more during the week....and LOST 2 pounds!!!

Here is another thread to check out on the subject : http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/70189-eat-more-to-lose-more-group-week-1 And an article I found very interesting and helpful: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/core_march_8.htm In case my circumstances might help reassure you, here goes - I too have been stuck at…

If you didn't already use it last night, one of my favorites it to cut it into chunks, wrap in foil with some turkey sausage, and bake in the oven - around 350 for about an hour. Great served with pinto beans, low calorie, and very yummy!

In addition to more cardio as already mentioned, I highly recommend pilates - it provides an excellent core strengthing work out. It won't remove the fat, but will certainly tone and firm what you've got!

I like diced sweet potatoes and diced apples - mixed in a casserole dish with either some apple juice or orange juice added and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Bake at about 350 for an hour....yummy!

Well...even though I upped my calories, they were pretty low before. Before, I wasn't eating my exercise calories, and was usually under 1000. Again, this was just during the week for me. So, now, I just eat what MFP recommends, ALWAYS eat my exercise calories, and am not quite so obsessive compulsive about it (i.e. if I…

Please read this article on going too LOW on calories: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/core_march_8.htm

Thanks mystasia for welcoming my *kinda* status with the group! I'm glad you enjoyed the article too. I just wanted to chime in that it's been about 3 weeks since I upped my calories (just during the week....weekends are ALWAYS over). I still weigh regularly (kinda obsessively), but it has stayed the same - maybe up about…

OK, so I'm *kinda* joining your group...if that's ok :)! I had read an article on here a couple of weeks ago, and started adjusting my calorie intake accordingly (here's the article: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/core_march_8.htm). The reason I say *kinda* is that I am not going quite as high as the web page that you all…

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the calorie burn would be negligible. If you did 6 planks at 30 seconds each, that would only be 3 minutes total. You can log it under calestenics, but again, it is a very small amount. BUT....don't be discouraged by that, because they are an excellent ab workout - and they will…

Microwave or bake, scoop out insides, mash and mix with diced onions, black beans, chopped fresh cilantro. Spread onto half of a low calorie tortilla with a little cheese, fold over to make a quesadilla, and bake until warm and crispy (350-400 for about 10 min?). Serve with salsa.....YUM!