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Here's how I see it: ~For weight loss: calories in < calories out. ~For body composition: get enough protein and lift heavy. ~For overall health: get enough fat, micronutrients, water, rest, maybe some cardio. ~For your sanity: don't eliminate a whole group of foods for no medical reason. If you're only worried about the…

When I'm lifting, I like hearing songs about the butt.... Back that *kitten* Up by Juvenile *kitten* 'n Titties by DJ Assault Baby Got Back by Sir Mix-a-lot Pull Over by Trina Also funny songs are god too... Tootsie Roll by 69 Boyz U Can't Touch This by MC Hammer Double Dutch Bus by Frankie Smith

In order for any ingredient to reach a toxic level, you'd have to drink more than your stomach could physically handle. The amount of water would kill you before any other ingredient in diet soda.

FIFY :smokin:

I hate that they either choke the ankle or look messy at the ankle. I also agree that it's not the most flattering at the rear end. The flat butt look from earlier is an accurate depiction of what I've witnessed. And the cut at the waist is usually off as well. I either see the gap in the back or a muffin top. I hope you…

You asked about those specific pics and I gave my reason. Yes, the cut has to do with the entire piece, top to bottom. I never said that they look bad on everyone, but I do think that they look flattering on 1% or less of the population. Plus, none of those views show the rear end. Maybe try to find flattering butt shots…

I don't really like what's happening at their ankles. It looks like the pants are too long, in my opinion. Looks messy.

Kale is significantly cheaper but the taste is horrific. I have to blend it in a fruit smoothie. Both are a good source for some micronutrients. If there's a micronutrient that you're trying to hit, then eat which ever one has said nutrient (potassium, iron, fiber, etc).

LOL I like you. :laugh:

BRING IT ON!!!

I pick things up and put them down.

I think it's pointless if you're already watching carbs. I'd suggest watching fiber instead of sugar.

Meal timing will not directly impact weight loss; it's personal preference.

I know that hot chocolate and the chai latte k-cups are 60 calories each, but the black coffee ones are 2-4 calories per serving.

Biscoff, beer, wine, brownies, baklava. I can go on...

Hemp protein powder (I usually blend it into a smoothie of frozen berries, kale, and banana) I'm in love with About Time protein powder. I get unflavored and sneak it into various dishes. And I've heard good reviews from people who eat Trutein. Quest bars are also amazing. Just be sure to microwave them for about 10…

For weight loss: calories in < calories out. For body composition: get enough protein and lift heavy. For overall health: get enough fat, micronutrients, water, rest, maybe some cardio. For your sanity: don't eliminate a whole group of foods for no medical reason. Moderation, variation, and no unnecessary elimination!

Lifting Heavy.

Started StrongLifts 5x5 in May 2013 twice a week, then in September 2023, I got it up to three times a week (I stopped running so much and my knees got better as a result). I don't quite remember my starting stats, but I was two dress sizes larger then as I am now even though my weight had been about the same. Squats: 185…

It won't all be fat. It will mostly be water and some muscle (which is really hard to build).

Cardio is good to increase a calorie deficit, but only up to a certain point. You said that you want to lose inches. Well, if you mean that you want to maximize fat loss and minimize muscle loss, you'll need to eat at a slightly moderate deficit, eat about 1g of protein per pound of LBM (lean body mass, which is your body…

I try to find the yummiest foods that help me meet my goals (calories, macros, micros, budget, etc). I suggest you do the same. Why are you eating foods you don't like? Are you trying to eat "clean" or some other sort of diet? The only thing required for weight loss is a calorie deficit.

Calorie deficit is the only requirement for weight loss. Exercise can help with that a little bit, but you can only take that so far. I'm not running a marathon everyday so I can eat an entire cheesecake... or a couple BBQ bacon double cheeseburgers... or tub of gelato... or a couple sushi burritos... or some slutty…

Agreed! :drinker:

Yes! This! Look up some free programs like Startng Strength or StrongLifts 5x5. Do that 3x a week and cardio when you can. You want to keep the muscle while losing the fat. Trust us! At least to some resistance training like the app You Are Your Own Gym if you don't have access to weights. I know you want to get the fat…

My advice? Stop letting the scale dictate your success. I look for NSV (non-scale victories) such as "my clothes feel loose". Give it some time. Patience! :) ETA: measure yourself (arms, bust, waist, hips, thighs) now, and then again in 6-8 weeks (when it's not "that time of the month"). That's the numbers that should be…

Heaven! I'm in heaven!

Whoa! You are my hero! :love:

Why wouldn't you start lifting now? I would think that you'd want to save as much muscle as possible. Muscle is very hard to build and you'll lose more if it on a deficit and you're just doing cardio. It's obviously up to you, but I would highly recommend trying to maximize your fat loss and minimize your muscle loss by…

beautiful!