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can you please explain the concept of refeeds?

Maybe you earned 107 extra cals from exercise?

Since I don't eat meat where I live right now, most of my protein comes from beans and legumes, nuts, eggs and dairy (not a big fan of soy products). My meals generally consist of some combination of protein, veggies/fruits and some grain. For example some of my meals have been: a grilled cheese sandwich and an apple, a…

First of all, thank you all so much for your feedback! I just love all the information on this forum. Since the general consensus is that most of the weight lost is water, I'm surprised to learn that even a moderate carb-laden diet can cause that much water retention. I think I'll have to do some googling and find out…

Welcome to the site Tiffany!

Congratulations! Keep up the hard work, you're doing great! :)

What everybody said. This place is awesome! :)

My shoes getting looser!! I wasn't expecting this and wasn't too thrilled about this change, I have some gorgeous heels that don't fit anymore! Sigh, I guess this means I just NEED to buy new shoes... ;)

Thank you :) these last few pounds are an uphill battle but we'll get through it!

I don't think it really matters. I've been working out at night for about a year now, and it seems to be the only time that I've been able to stick to. I've tried waking up early for it, but the snooze button always wins :) As long as you're working out and it fits in your schedule, you should be fine exercising whenever.

Thanks, but I'm actually trying to break a plateau myself. :) But from experience I know there are several things that my body 'likes': -WATER (seriously, it's very weird how much it likes water... haha) - Cardio - My choice of exercise is walking. But when I've gotten stuck in the past, I always revved up my cardio…

I agree, I think you should try to shake up your routine a little just to shock your body. Try playing around with your calorie intake (but do not under-consume under any circumstance) or the protein/carb/fat ratio of your food , or increase/decrease the intensity of your workouts, or add some strength training (if you…

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From what I understand, it would be better if you did cardio and weight-lifting at the same time. That way you'll be building muscle while losing fat simultaneously, and since muscle raises your metabolism you'd be burning more calories even while at rest. I'm no expert, but I'd recommend the weight-training. I hope this…

Feel free to add me too :) This is a really good site, I just love how supportive and helpful everyone is!

Welcome and great job!!! :)

Dawn I absolutely love the Prevention website! I'm on it at least once a day - there is so much information out there. Welcome to the site, Vonsetta, you'll love this place. :)

India here... namaste!

Thanks guys! I'm glad to be back, although I have to admit it is more fun to be interactive rather than just sitting back and reading the forums. :) And Liz, don't worry, I found that once you stick to a diet and exercise regimen the weight comes off surprisingly fast. I just wish these last pounds were as easy to get rid…