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You don't have to give up on caffeine altogether, tho since you're coming from such a horrible diet to one that will likely taste horrible to you, coffee isn't going to be all that pleasurable to you either. But give it a shot.

What you're describing sounds like an amino acid (protein) deficiency. And from the looks of your diary, you should be feeling that way.

Cottage cheese, protein shake, really anything with protein in it. You're quite low on that for the day. A cup of cottage cheese will net you nearly 30g of protein.

I hear it helps boost natural testosterone output after a clen/deca/test cycle.

Since I'm a bit more lean, exercise post-fast is the best way to mobilize/oxidize stubborn fats.

There are times to use some of those lifts. The leg extension helps isolate weak quads. Seated leg press is great for those with a bad back, while still allowing some leg routine. While hyperextensions by themselves are safe, many people don't do them properly and grab too heavy a weight. I wouldn't argue against the rest…

Probably just as accepted here as deca, or clen. But seriously, I'm sure there are people on this site who use alli. I'm sure the people using it, like I'm sure you are, aren't those that just have a few pounds to lose. I'm interested in hearing real life stories of the "interesting" side effects I've been hearing.

Going over MFP's allotted protein is ok. That should be stickied so everyone can see it first thing.

You do, and MFP does track weight training calorie burn. Just input weight training into the cardio section.

Everything that has water in it counts as water. Caffeine is a diuretic, so it won't dehydrate you per se.

Yes.

I hate to steal the thunder of trayn's Q&A thunder, but since she's not answering I'll give it a whirl. It depends on your goals. If you really need to do more cardio, do more. But generally I'd say doing equal parts cardio with weights will help in the long run. Lifting weights, not only burns calories, it helps with…

Yup, that's what happened with me too. Its weird how much was hiding under there, but its good to see. Once you get to your ideal weight you can start to gain some muscle back if you want. That's not to say that weight training isn't a great idea now, it is! It helps in so many ways, specifically with your hormones and…

That's very true 00trayn, however, in order to gain mass (muscle or fat) you have to eat an excess in calories. You cannot, unless you have a VERY specific diet/workout plan, or are a highly overweight beginner trainee, lose fat and gain muscle simultaneously. You have to do either one or the other.

I guess I don't understand your new question. Just like you've been hearing all over this site, it will take about 3500cal deficit to burn one pound of weight, or fat depending on diet and exercise. Similarly, in order to put on weight, or muscle depending on diet and exercise, it will take 3500cal over maintenance.

@goohan - it will take, roughly, 3500cal to add a pound of muscle.

Planks, ab wheel roll-outs, leg lifts.

I use an Omron BIA handheld.

My motivation is Brad Pitt in Fight Club. Yeah, we all know what I'm talking about!

Alot of women have this same problem, its like the stomach area for men. One main problem is alpha-2 receptor prevelance in the legs for women. Together with less than optimal blood flow makes it difficult to lose the weight there. More cardio and a cleaner diet will help mobilize and oxidize that fat.

You can't isolate fat loss to one area of the body. It'd be nice if we could though. We all have our trouble spots, this just happens to be yours. To get rid of trouble spots, you'll have to make sure your diet is right to mobilize the fats, and you're doing enough cardio to oxidize them as well. EDIT: Thanks naomi for…

Those are some pretty good workouts. I include captain's chair leg raises, ab wheel roll-outs, and planks.

And I think my Optimum Nutrition protein has artificial sweetner in it too. Probably spenda. I'm doomed.

HFCS is no worse for you than simple sugars. I eat splenda. I eat white rice (it makes me feel less bloated during my carb loads). And I'm still losing body fat. There's no simple do this not that on these kinds of foods. All in moderation.

I'd say working out everyday is fine, it's when you're working out multiple times a day that you should start being more careful. Work on getting to everyday workouts. If you still feel like you don't need the rest, then start with two-a-days.

That will depend on your diet. But likely you'll be able to see true weight loss every week. If you weigh every day, you'll likely be seeing some water weight losses/gains to see a gradual decline in weight.

I have two pairs too. And like bryony said, your body will hurt in some weird places. Just do go crazy on your first run.

Glucose can be made by other means than the breakdown of carbs.

Low carb diets do not do any serious kidney damage. Point to a study that has shown low carb = kidney damage. While not an "essential" nutrient, there are times for carbs, and its essential to know when and how to use them.

Maybe they're "lose" too. HAHA, and it comes full circle.