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I was like you not wanting to give up on some old favorites. So between Friday evening and Saturday I have allowed a cheat. There is one thing I have discovered. When I eat the cheat (in 80% of the cases) I feel poorly after or it is not as great as I hyped it to be. Which to me is not really disappointing but supports my…

In general I would strive for a higher protein diet through whole foods. However if you are like me I still need help to meet my macros and I use a protein shake to help out. Also good for my quick protein fix after a workout. When you go to a good health food store (or some searches on line) there are some good…

I use my Vibram 5 Fingers at the Gym (Cardio, Weights, Circuits) and out in the real world on causal days and for my home/street workouts. It has made a difference for me as I have a bad ankle (2 surgeries, technically in need of a 3rd) and it has helped to limit the pain I would experience on occasion with regular…

Homeopathic Bioplasma assists with electrolyte balance and could assist with Sodium levels. They also have a Sport version that assists with Electrolyte and mineral balance and could help. http://www.hylands.com/products/Bioplasma-sport.php NUUN ACTIVE HYDRATION CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING PER TABLET (16 OUNCE DRINK):…

My MFP NET is set to 1400 but my TOTAL is usually around 1800-1900

Agreed ^^^ I am not going to give up my social life...besides what I am working on is a lifestyle not a "diet". I say chill, if we go to a bar I either order one drink or soda water, iced tea ( I don't do diet soda but that is an option) ...relative to my mood. As far as food...there are always healthy choices on menus,…

Step away from the scale!! It appears that he may not be taking in enough calories to sustain his activity. As someone mentioned 1800 appears to be quite low.

Did you use an online BMI calculator or a Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) or skin calipers to get your %? Where/how you got that # is significant.

I agree with increasing the QUALITY of your Calories. You would be surprised how much something that small can change things. Don't fear fat in your diet. But this should be good quality sources worked into your total daily caloric intake. Increased Omega-3s and quality fats like Coconut Oil, Hemp Oil, Extra Virgin Olive…

Not much of an issue if it is just one day. But if your goal is weight loss stay within your calories. At the next food decision point strive to go for macros.

AMEN to this!!

I have tried it off and on for years. [Most recently using OK Cupid and Plenty of Fish...both free sites]. It is definitely interesting. I do get several messages and respond in one way or another to about 75% of them. I am one of those rare girls that will take a chance to reach out to a man while searching if their…

With regards to Protein Supplementation (i.e. Protein Shakes, etc). Here are my favorites for those with multiple food sensitivities. I am in the same boat with regards to food sensitivities. These are my go to * Hemp - Nutiva has a great product. Vegan/Veg and certified organic. Their chocolate is excellent esp mixed with…

I keep my carbs below 125g, my proteins at 1g/lb of Lean Body Mass (no less than 100g) and the rest at fat...

My Body Media Fit gives me a good idea of Total Calories I burn in a 23ish hr period. It tends to be a little inaccurate when recording weight training burns but it works well for what I am looking for at the moment. I am also looking at getting a HRM which is only really good for those workout/high activity situations…

*Spoiled Food (expired does not mean bad) *The "cream" in the Oreo or similar type products (i.e. transfat, chemical, synthetic, blegh) *Foods to which I am sensitive or allergic Otherwise floor food (relative to the condition of the floor) within a reasonable time of it getting there is ok ( I will let you determine…

While I have not worked up a specific # for BMR I know it is about 1500ish. Like someone mentioned earlier I usually just try to work in deficit of my TDEE (Usually TDEE-20%) or 500-1000 cals below my TDEE. My TDEE (as measured by my Body Media Fit Link) ranges from 2000-2100 on lazy days to 3400-3500 very active days but…

H.I.I.T. works the best when it comes to improving fitness on Keto along with weight training. Here are a few sites I recommend for HIIT routines and Ideas.... http://www.shape.com/fitness/workouts/lose-fat-fast-hiit-bodyweight-workout http://zuzkalight.com/category/workout/ (This chick is awesome!)

Here is a website for Ideas... http://paleoonabudget.com/category/shopping-trip/ I also try to find out when most supermarkets put out their discounted meats. They are still good but you can really stock up at times. ( I picked up several pork tenderloins for $3 each recently as we as some NY Strips for $4.) Watch the…

TDEE-20% is the standard (others choosing less as they are closer to goal) I have been using a Body Media Fit Link to go through my TDEEs and come up with a good average...and for me my average TDEE is 2500 calories (this includes all daily activity including exercise). 20%=500 calories thus 2500-500=2000/day TOTAL…

This has been my favorite and I just use the workouts she has on her site and YouTube. http://zuzkalight.com/ http://www.youtube.com/ZuzkaLight I am currently working on the Cereal Killer work out she has there. I can get through 1 round with good form and 2 rounds with questionable form. Just do more and better each…

Shower -more like a high end rinse after workouts and then a good thorough shower and plenty of my special body butter blend slathered all over before bed. Clean, smooth and slippery :P

THIS http://witmerproducts.com/pbutter.html Or a butter knife and some patience. ;P

Yes look into a few opportunities for medical care. * If in college often times there is a campus clinic that is covered as part of your tuition and fees. * Often time there is a County Health Clinic that does free well women check ups. * Some clinics work on a sliding scale and you pay what you can based on your income. *…

Search through previous posts in this category. This has been a topic with many pics previously...

Tough Love :) I weigh myself once a week on a somewhat sh*tty scale that gives me good general readings. I can tell whether or not I go up or down but don't worry about the number. Get a good set of measurements and a caliper to track fat loss and lean muscle increases...

Neither but if I had to choose one of those 2 I would go Whey....personally I prefer egg white or vegan (PlantFusion, Nutiva Hemp, Life Basics). Too much out there on the cons of soy not to mention the fact that most of it out there is GMO. YUCK!! If you go Whey there are several things to consider like source, and blends…

I have pretty flat feet myself and other foot/ankle issues I have been working with for years. If you plan to continue with traditional work out/running/walking type shoes you may need an insert to support your arch and potentially a heel cup or other orthotic support to compensate for your feet/ankles turning out or in.…

I also eat 1900-2400 a day relative to my daily activity. If I am having a lazy day I eat less. The goal for me has been to improve the quality of my caloric intake. Really cutting out as much processed and synthetic foods and going for REAL simple (reading labels for the 'weird' stuff).... Success (i.e Health and…

I have never let mine cook that long. Generally I saute onions and garlic in my oil/fat of choice sometimes add a smokey meat for a little flavor ( ham, bacon, turkey) add my greens wilt add a splash of rice wine vinegar and a pinch or more of red pepper flakes and then just cook just a bit more till tender.