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I am 5'3. I started at 159 pounds last year and currently at 147lbs with weight lifting. I am aiming for a 24% body fat or less

Hi, I am 26. I used to mix cardio and some dumbbells at LA fitness last year and lost some good 20 lbs. I tried Karate, xbox dance games and basically reduced dumbbells in my workouts from December 2013 to March 2014, it messed me up. I was irregular and took the loss for granted, gained 8 pounds suddenly in two weeks of…

Great job!

HI- I just completed my four weeks of weightlifting. I am also looking for friends who lift. Feel free to add me(please include a message) Thanks!

Hi, I am 4 weeks into weight training program.. I also do cardio on my weight and rest days(4-5days/week). Would love to have more friends who lift.

I have hashimoto's. Took me a lot of time because I didn't starve myself, just cleaned my diet and worked out a lot. SW: 159 lbs CW:136lbs GW: 120lbs There is hope for us too :)

I was the same way a few months ago. Then I started using 2 tbsps of 2%milk. It gives coffee the creamer-like color and little sweetness too. Got me some time to get used to it, but I like it so much that I won't go back to creamer ever!

WINE, Chicken Wings, Indian food, FRIES. omnomnomnom!

I did refer to this study on page 19 of this discussion. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2235907/ :smile:

There is no end to arguments, I read a lot about this, forwarded from a friend studying genetics, PHD? So, well, there can be speculations....that's a part of any new experiment.. Rodents have always been used to test medicines, lab experiments etc. "Rodents are used as models in medical testing is that their genetic,…

Here you go: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2235907/ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/connie-bennett/the-rats-who-preferred-su_b_712254.html Here is also a detailed pdf: http://meagherlab.tamu.edu/M-Meagher/Grad%20Health%20Psyc%202012/Class%205%20Addiction/Avena%20Food%20addiction%20review%202010.pdf…

Studies have shown that sugar can be as addictive as drugs! You can google that. That being said, try to enjoy in moderation. Don't go cold turkey on it, or else any excuse can make you binge. treat yourself.. like I try to take one donut a month, a piece of chocolate(really tiny one) at the end of the day someday, three…

That's just simply amazing! great work!

Thanks for posting this for me: :smile:

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I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2009 and hypothyroid in 2012. Both can lead to hirutism. I have been on metformin and BCP since 09 and levothyroxine in 2012. I had really bad acne when I was diagnose in 09 but all this medication made my skin really dry and hence no more acne. I also have eczema that gives me really dry skin.…

i am the same way, hardly had any facial hair, but now it gets noticeable every couple weeks after I get rid of them. I have PCOS and hypothryoid... also I have dark brown hair, which makes it even harder.. well.. you kow why. from experience: shaving your face is a big no no, ingrown hair, bad pores, thicker hair? I…

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This is a wonderful story, Congrats! I am adding you. I am also 5'3, started at 159(my heaviest) and currently at 139. I could use your advice and motivation! Congrats once again, very happy for you!

1. First Name: Shruti 2. Single/Married/Divorced: Married(2.5 months) 3. Children: No 4. Where do you live: Chicago 5. Favourite Non-Healthy Food/Favourite Healthy Food: Fries/Fruits 6. Favourite Exercise: Kickboxing 7. One question you have regarding "your journey" for everybody else in the group. How much should I lift?

I have so much respect for you after going through your story. Kudos to your spirit. Well done.

Yes yes, I am IN. Thanks Amazing Donna :)

Please count me in again if you haven't already!

I made it to the top 20; finally :D COngrats everyone. Special thanks to you, Donna :)

I am on Metformin for good five years now. Initially I used to take 1000mcg tablet and it made me sick all day long. But there are a few things I have done over hese five years and now it doesn't make me sick, in fact, makes me feel fuller for long. The only problem being: sugar cravings: I mean serious sugar cravings :) A…

wow!

yes, please!

I would say stick to the plan, keep eating healthy, within your calorie limit and if there is enough deficit, you WILL lose weight. Don't stop working out, try new things, all different days, and yes, Water, keep drinking lots of water. If you have any medical conditions, like hypothyroid or PCOs then that can also make it…

So awesome! Very motivating. And yes, you look fab!