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Just an update!: I started doing weights before cardio and I LOVE IT. I used to get gassed out on cardio and when I started lifting, I had no adrenaline left. Now, I use all of my initial energy to lift heavy (for me) and then knock out cardio after. Its a simple switch but it feels a hellofalot better! Also, I switched…

Thank you for all of your responses! I appreciate all of your feedback and will incorporate some into my program!

Thank you for your response. Yes, I do understand that with bulking comes fluff :smile: As for your second note, maybe a recomp is what Im looking for. Im not entirely concerned about my weight, I would feel more comfortable with more muscle, as I have been eating at a deficit for so long. I feel "skinny fat" underneath…

Usually what I do for sugar cravings is I drink one of those "Ice" flavored waters that I getting pretty popular. They are 0 calories and are only 1$ a bottle. Delish. They come in many flavors.

Try doing various vinaigrettes. I mix them in small Tupperware containers by shaking it. Voila! Delish dressing in a portable container. Try: 1/2 tbs olive oile 1 tbs vinegar (try balsamic, raspberry, rice, or red wine) Salt Pepper little bit of dijon mustered for taste I mix it up depending on what's in my salad. You can…

Along with regular exercise and calorie counting?

Definitely. I still count calories, It's just helping me stay below my daily value.

Last time I try to share a tip with people, haha. Thanks for the "supportive" community MFP!

A friend of mine sent it to me. Her sister and her boyfriend train for shows and they made it for her. The only reason I see that I do not up the weight with lower reps is that my arms/legs are relatively tired and im maxing out by the last reps of the 8 count set. Not exactly sure why it's written this way, but I do know…

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the reply.

Maybe get something that looks the healthiest (look for steamed, grilled, etc) Ask for veggies as a side always. Maybe portion control? Eat 2/3 of everything?

I was definitely obsessed for a long time. When I first started using MFP, I wasn't seeing the results I wanted. Whatever the issue may have been (inaccurate measurements of food, inaccurate exercise reduction, etc) i was not losing weight, or rather, not the amount I wanted to lose. I felt like I was losing my mind and…

Preaaaach! I lost around 35 lbs total over the years and the pooch is just bringing me down.

To clear some things up, I don't want to base my diet solely on protein shakes, I wanted to know if itll help shape my body while running/strength training. I believe I have a relative balanced diet already, but do not get the amount of protein i need. I know body builders use them to bulk up, but will they help someone…

I am 5'11" CW: 188lbs GW: 170lbs Can't seem to make my weight budge for months. HELP.

Try using unsweetened vanilla almond milk for your cereal in the morning. I promise you won't regret the swtich. So delicious. I agree with everyone else about the bread. Look for the 45 calorie whole wheat bread. I just started using it and love it! It's nothing like the good, 12-grain stuff, but it works! if you miss the…

This is a really great idea and ultimately what I'd like to do. I set my calories for 1550 calories per day. This does not mean I need to eat them all! Hopefully seeing 100 calories in green will motivate me, rather than seeing 100 calories in red. Lets hope it works everyone! Thank you for your replies.

I like to work out every other day. Run 20 minutes (complete around 2 miles by walking the rest) and strength training, like lunges, push ups and squats after cardio for around 10 minutes. Then I do Yoga on my off days.

Whoa! We're like the exact same :) I just figured out I can set the calorie goal to whatever I want so I went ahead and did 1,550 calories. I think 1600 is a little high and I go ahead and eat things I probably shouldnt. I'm not sure about logging my exercise. Im not sure if MFP is accurate with exercise. I have heard how…

Thank you! Ill try 1lb for the rest of the month and see how it goes!

4 months sounds like a great plan to me. 5lbs per month is pretty steady.

6-10 months! :O Wow. I know gradual weight loss is the best way to keep it off (I know, I've already lost 38 lbs) but that is so long!

I am 5'11. ~188lbs.

I am definitely working to slim down while toning my muscles. Glad it looks okay!

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Hii!! I am 5'10 1/2 over here and 189lbs! Please add me. 19lbs more to go :)

Thanks for the replies everyone! I have drawn out a new fitness regime to start doing. Sunday - run Monday - HIIT Tuesday - run Wedensday - rest Thursday - HIIT Friday - run Lets hope this works! I'll see how it goes this week.

No one? :(

I would love to lose 10 lbs.! Add me!