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I read an article recently that said not all people on diets will develop eating disorders, but almost ALL eating disorders started with dieting. Just be really careful with her and talk to her doctor.

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I too am a peanut butter fiend. I switched to natural pb last year and find it's not as addictive (probably due to the lack of sugar.) When I do get a craving, I sometimes mix it in with about 1/4-1/3 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt and a touch of honey. It goes a lot further and usually I am satisfied. If I want it…

Hi veganxpizza, I've struggled with bingeing since I was a kid. I've been able to be "okay" for long periods of time, but always seem to go back to it. Right now I am doing better and have figured some things out that I didn't see before. I believe a big part of bingeing is habit, and triggers. For me, there are two times…

Thanks everyone! It's interesting to know that it varies by area.

That's my PR too, and I'm proud of it! I hate to see people putting themselves down based on their times. We are still ahead of everyone sitting on the couch!! We run the same distance as the ones in the front. Keep up the good work!

I add canned pumpkin, cinnamon and a dash of vanilla. Fake pumpkin pie!

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Thank you @krokador and @canadianlbs - these descriptions help a lot. I will re-read them a few times before I do my next row workout. I think what happens is that instead of my elbows/shoulders pulling the bar back towards my chest, I end up pulling the bar up towards my chest with my forearms. Does that make any sense?

You can do it! Start with lighter than you think and if it feels easy, go up until it's a bit challenging. You may surprise yourself! Also try downloading the app for your phone. I love using it...tells me what to do next since I can't remember. Good luck!

Excited for June! 1. Lose 4 pounds 2. Lose 0.5 inches from waist 3. Lift 3x per week/run 2x per week OR Lift 2x per week/run 3x per week (alternate)

@psych101 that is hysterical! You should have him join with like 1lb weights. :) Back to it today after a rest week. Felt really good. SQ: 20# 5x5 - I can finally do a back squat with a barbell instead of a goblet squat. Did those for 6 weeks and worked my way up. Suddenly today my form feels better. BP: 55# 5x5 - Probably…

Short one today - got to the gym late. SQ 5x5 10# OHP 5x5 30#, 40#, 4/3/5/3/3 50# - obviously will redo next time DL 5x5 40#, 50#, 75# - will redo since form wasn't perfect

Thanks for the pep talk! Glad to know it's not just me. I've asked around and I have a co-worker I may ask to help me. Just going to keep my head down and keep on keepin' on.

I added you are a friend but I'll post here too...anyone else feel free to add me too! Age: 42 Ht: 5' 5" SW: 226 CW: 175.4 GW: 160 :)

5/11: goblet SQ 5# 5x5 OHP 45# 5x5 - no fails this time! DL 65# 5x5 - was supposed to be 75# but since I can't add it was 65 lol bodyweight hang 2x20 sec 5/13: goblet SQ 5# 5x5 BP 50# 5x5 - very doable, will go up next time BR 60# 5x5 - same bodyweight hang 1x25 - really tough today

I know this sounds crazy, but I've heard of some people sleeping in their gym clothes. I've never done it but I can see how it would help. I always get my gym bad ready the night before, since I go on my way to work and have to take work clothes. Of course, this doesn't always prevent me from forgetting my underwear, bras,…

I'm a bit too new to offer much advice, but let me say good for you! It's scary to think about not losing, but if you've been at 1800 for a while with nothing happening, what do you have to lose? I can tell you that by raising my calories, that desperate feeling of feeling deprived is starting to go away. It's really cool.…

Nutella is great for a chocolate craving - 100 calories per tbsp. but a little goes a long way. I like to spread it on fruit or add it to a protein shake. I do the cereal thing too but that's a little dangerous for me because it's definitely a binge trigger. I agree with @tipularia - getting calories in earlier is key.

What was your activity level before - light or moderate? From everything I've read I guess most people underestimate their activity level, and you are supposed to go up one level from what you think you are. Maybe the folks over at the EM2WL site would be helpful?

Good luck to you! I just started this a few days ago and it's amazing what an effort it is to each this much, especially when you concentrate on protein. It keeps me full for so long I'm not even hungry for the next snack or meal! @tigerblue - love it!!

Lots of good info in this thread! I've been doing SL for about a month now and I'm on a 15% deficit (not that I've been losing...you can't binge twice a week and still lose...) Anyway, I've found I can only increase 5 pounds every other time, and even then I'm struggling on the upper body stuff. I have definitely noticed…

Going slow but still going... SQ - 5x5-ditched the weight and went back to just bodyweight. Having trouble with my knees and don't want to do any damage. OHP - 45# 5-3-5-3-4 - second time at this weight but obviously have to repeat again DL - 65# 5x5 - hard on the knees but doable

I've had my Surge since January and find that for the most part the HRM is accurate. Not sure how different Surge is than Charge. When it does get wacky I reboot it and it settles down. Most days I make my calorie burn goal of 2200, more if I go for a run. I'm trying to eat 1600-1700, but now from reading maybe it's too…

That's awesome Dawn! Love C25K...did it last year and I've done several 5ks since then...times are slowly getting faster. Today: SQ 0# 1x5 6# 2x5 12# 4x5 - will repeat BP 30# 1x5 40# 1x5 45# 5x5 - will repeat BR 30# 1x5 40# 1x5 50# 5x5 barbell side bends 30# 1x25 (just upped weight today) hanging knee raises 2x5 hanging…

For some reason today was really hard. Maybe because I ran last night? I usually do that in the morning. Goblet squats - 5x5x12# OHP - 5x5/5/5/4/5x45# DL - 1x5x65# I'll be repeating these next time.

Fitbit (started with Flex last year, now have a Surge) Quality running shoes Funky running tights MFP on my phone Signing up for 5k races about once a month - helps to have goals!

Tried to go to the gym before work today, but realized that I forgot my work shoes so I had to go home. Managed to get a quick run in and it was one of fastest! Back at it on Monday.

Hi everyone! Haven't officially introduced myself here yet...I've just been doing random posts. I've started SL a couple of times and saw results really quickly, although I didn't stick with it. I've only restarted a couple of weeks ago and I can't believe how good I feel! Here are a few NSV's I've noticed: * Going up…

Great feedback...thanks everyone! I am pretty happy with my progress so far and it's seems to be helping my running too. I'm not too worried about being able to lift crazy heavy...just make slow progress. I am planning to repeat workouts so I don't hurt myself.