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I'm eating 1600 calories ( I'm 5'9/ 196) I did enter my information into IIFYM and it said I should be aiming for 1780. 30%carb, 30 fat and 40 protein. I'm trying to stick to this and typically eat between 1550-1800.

Wow. Thanks. I will likely have to read that a few times. It's a lot of info and still hard to wrap my head around. I'll check out the links. So thoughtful that you took the time everyone to explain this to me. It.is. Much. Appreciated!!! :)

Wow. Thanks for that explanation. I'll try to figure out what works for me then. Too bad it wasn't this hard to put the weight on. Lol.

Thanks!

It's for women. Lol. Helps with pms symptoms. Probably why you haven't heard of it. Haha

I'm on the beginners strong curves! Week5-8. Wow! Hope I look like this when I'm done. Lol. Have 30 lbs to lose though! Did u do beginner and then advanced?? You look strong and sexy!

Thank you all for your kind words. It's amazing the places you find support and peace. Bless you all and thanks!

Does this mean a deficit from what mfp has you set at?? It has me set at 1569 a day to lose 1.5... When I exercise it ups it. I always stay under net on days I exercise but I'm worried that my calories are too high... Sometimes they are in the 1700's but this still shows deficit. I work out 6-7x week... Or should I be…

I would say those charts are bang on :) I'm on week 5 and I've surpassed the starting weights . Wish I had seen this chart prior to starting. I think sometimes we surprise ourselves at how heavy we can lift. I'm now deadlifting 90-100 lbs :smile:

What's fluff?? Sorry if I sound ignorant. I actually just started this program today. I spent January doing basics..squats, rows, chin ups ( modified) dead lifts, chest press etc 3x week and cord and cardio the other 3 days. But I wanted to follow a more outlined specific program. Someone mentioned this one. My howl is 30…

Yup. 36 DD. I also wear an "older uglier" lol bra and then compression sports bra on top. I also really like the Champion sports bras . :)

Thanks! I'll check out the above suggested programs! :) I'm already loving how I feel lifting. I imagine having set program will ramp it up. I did deadlifts 70 lb today too, so I love those small victories. My upper body super weak though.... :(

Yes. I'm using free weights/ barbell. Smith machine for my squats. My weights have been going up. Like today I could only get 10 reps in. My squats were 120 . Truly a beginner again. This is the end of my 3rd week. :)

I'm eating way better. :) been at deficit all week. So I should up my weight training to 4 x week and do less reps..heavier weights? Ok.

But...will this tone me??

Yes. I'm trying hard. This week I've weighed, measured and tried to eat wayyyyy cleaner. I appreciate everyone's input. :)

He was a blood analyst. He worked for an "alternative" healing place.

Yes. My blood was analyzed and my blood plasma was full of it. I have had inflammation problems and gout for past 2 years. I had other symptoms too. My weight is all in my midsection. I have been eating really good past 3 days and feel great, a little tired..only 20-25% carbs. Hopefully my weight starts to drop

Thanks. My exercise calories are just from mfp. Wonder if j should get a colour counter (heart rate monitor watch). I do try to work out hard. :) Maybe I should weigh.

Hey. Yes the no alcohol just started yesterday haha. I typically drink 100 ounces a day.

thanks for input all

neanderthin January 20, 2015 7:49AM Give it time, it takes time. Of course there is the possibility that your calorie counting has been flawed, or you have a medical reason why your metabolism might not be humming on all cylinders.." Yes... According to a naturopath I am full of candida. Which is why he suggested no wheat.…

Sorry. It's public now. I know there were a couple days that I "indulged".. But still stayed under... Maybe I need to try harder ..but I know I was starved when I went yo bed last night lol

Thanks everyone! I'll focus on calories and eating whole healthy foods.

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WOW. There sure is a lot of negativity. I appreciate the time you took to post this information. It's a shame that some people want to bash what you said. If the info is not applicable to you...move on. This is supposed to be a supportive group. Thanks for sharing. Maybe not all of it will be applicable to me but some is.…

I do TRX twice a week and count it as calistetics or circuits (they come out same burn) as I am going non stop from exercise to exercise for 45 minutes. it really kicks you in the *kitten*! :) But I love it! ;)

hahahah...love this..need a sandwich!! bahahah. Well.. I am exactly 5'9. When I weighed 155 that was perfect for me, that put me in a size 10 and I looked **** hot!! that being said, I looked and felt comfortable at 160 ish too.....I am now 180...and I am looking to lose 25 ish pounds, but may even stop at 20 lbs as I have…