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I personally don't like the pre-set macros on MFP. I like 40% carbs, 30% fat and 30% protein. This helps maintain muscle mass (or even build new muscle). I've had good success with this macro setting -In addition, I try to eat 28 grams of fiber a day so I'm also easily satisfied with the higher protein and fiber. Good luck!

I've had great success with lifting heavy weights and eating clean. I like my macros at 40% carbs 30% fat and 30% protein. Protein shakes, defintely help me reach this goal. They are easy and good for you and will help with muscle recovery right after lifting. Here's my favorite recipe: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 1…

I'm going to be in the slow with more resistance camp. Especially if we are talking about WEIGHTS. You have to lift heavy weights to build muscle (which will make you a lean, fat-burnin' machine!) Lift the heaviest weights you can! Click this link to see why: http://i.imgur.com/nj1UJ.jpg

Welcome, MFP is a great website! You will LOVE it. However, it is only as effective as you use it. My #1 rule - log EVERY BITE EVERY DAY NO MATTER WHAT! Has worked so far me! Holding yourself accountable is one of the biggest things. And now after reading your profile, I'm going to have that Gary, Indiana song stuck in my…

Buy and read this book: The New Rules of Lifting for Women by Lou Schuler I was a newbie to weight training too. AWESOME book. Best $10 I've ever spent. It will clearly lay out an effective work-out and educate you on proper form, technique and is very informative. It's a super easy read and even addresses nutrition. READ…

My daughters are 4 and 2, not only do I have my pre-pregnancy body back - but I'm in better shape than I've EVER been, even before I was ever pregnant. I didn't get serious about it though until my 2nd daughter was about a year old. It took me about 8 months to get to my pre-pregnancy weight (but not my healthiest weight…

I have a very simple barbell set with hand weights that I got at Academy for about $60. Came with 110 lbs of weights, which has been enough for me (so far).... though I'll have to add more weight eventually. It has done me a WORLD of good. Not sure which exercises to try? Spend $10 on the book, The New Rules of Lifting for…

I agree with the eat better and drink more water post. Yup, sounds gimmicky. If you are wanting to "balance" out some sodium intake in your diet, try increasing your potassium - broccoli, beans, bananas. Enjoy! :)

I increased my calories by about 200. I find that the calculations on here are more or less correct. For me, losing those last few pounds and maintaining are nearly one and the same. To maintain I STILL have to exercise at least 30 minutes a day 4 times a week and eat healthy. But that's ok.... I enjoy it now and the…

Wow! Great progress! Keep it up! Great job! You should be so proud!

Sold! Putting this book on my Christmas wish list! Thanks Elaine!

I don't know if you are starving. Are you NETTING 1200 or just eating 1200? Meaning are you exercising and do you eat those? If you exercise AND ONLY eat 1200 calories, then I'd say you're starving, but not sure if this has anything to do with your period not showing up. For all I know it could be pregnancy (maybe you…

Have not tried.... I just wear a really awesome bra! But the idea of preparation H sounds intriguing.... not that I can think of any time I'd need to use it... maybe at the beach? Ha ha.

April, The fact that you've been doing this for 2 years says alot about you! KUDOS to you for all of your hard work! Yes, losing weight (and even maintaining) take lots of hard work. Take some time to remember what motivates you. Is it the idea of living a long time? Being active in your golden years? Do you want to feel…

My kids hold nothing back - that would be a HUGE NSV in my book! Congrats! :)

Put them in your morning egg white omelette. :)

I'd say up your calories to 1500, you'll still lose weight, and will give you some more "room" to not be so hungry. Works for me! :) Oh and KUDOS to you for eating cleaner - it will make all the difference. Calories matter yes, but the QUALITY of those calories IS very important - though many will try to tell you otherwise.

Though I haven't gotten there (yet) for me I believe the culprit is not eating clean enough (which I'm trying to fix). You can do it!

Taking something out of the microwave before the cook time is up and then not hitting the "clear" button so you can't read the clock, but only the remaining cooking time! DRIVES ME CRAZY!!!!! And when my mom leaves the milk out on the counter, but thankfully since I'm married, I don't have to deal with that except when I…

And here I thought I was going to find a little support for my lapse in judgement to have two brownies tonight....

I agree.

THIS It is written by Lou Schuler and is about $10 on Amazon.com. GREAT BOOK!!!! MUST HAVE!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

This is the best advice - and what I often give to other myself.

Regular exercise will raise your HDLs. Good luck!

The best way to get your abs in shape is to 1) Eat clean. 99% of your success or failure will come from this. for the other 1% (exercise) I recommend Planks for abs. :)

one glass = 8 fluid oz or one U.S. measuring cup or 240 ml. So 8 cups is 64 fl. oz. :D (Do I get an A on my math test???)

Why do you want to wake-up early? And while I'm all on board for a woman to teach kids to pray, I still believe the man should be the spiritual leader of the household. Being good to dogs is a given for a veterinarian, but alas, I'm taken. I do like your quote on your profile page though. :flowerforyou:

Welcome! As others have said - just take it one day at a time, one choice at a time. Littele choices and sacrifices add up over a long period of time. Never give up. You'll have your ups and downs as you make progress - just keep truckin' along. My #1 rule I never break (so far so good) - log in everyday and log every…

I have Standing Legs and 5 day abs also - but haven't done them in a couple of years - but I remember they were tough and made me very sore!