MicheleStitches Member

146 down to 144...although I'm thinking that number may fluctuate back up a little. Today is the first day I've hit 144. Usually it goes down to a new number then back up a little before it settles back down. Oh well, I'll take it! :p

I'm not trying to be disagreeable or argumentative, but I don't see how this day's foods add up to 137 grams of protein. The main sources I see are: 2 TBSP skippy - 7 4 egg whites -- 16 1 veggie burger -- 15 6 oz. ground beef -- 44 That's 82 grams of protein. Edited to add: Oh, I missed the Quest bar...that adds another…

When I click on the link you your profile, it says 'User deactivated account."

I don't know if this will help at all, but here's a strategy you could apply if you think it might: --Plan your meals for the day ahead of time. Tell yourself that you WILL stick to that plan. --Next, plan a snacking sequence. It would go something like this: I want to snack. What do I do? First, I must have a glass of…

FYI, there is a group here on MFP for intermittent fasters: community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/49-intermittent-fasting

Find some non-scale things to measure to encourage you that you are doing good things. Measure yourself and keep up with inches lost. Better yet, find some strength or stamina goals that you can see improvements in...like how many push-ups or pull-ups can you do, or some other cross-fit move you are trying to conquer. That…

Sometimes I imagine every choice I make as being steps that take me closer to my goal...or further away from my goal. I try not to get too focused on the whole big picture, but rather in doing the next thing. I might ask myself, "If I sit on the couch instead of exercising, will this bring me closer to my goal or further…

Great post! Like you said, it's a marathon. We gotta' trust the process. Results WILL come, but it takes time! Here's an interesting stat: "According to survey results, 60% of people that start a diet plan never make it past 4 weeks. What makes this stat so important? For visible results, most people need to be on a…

Well now, that makes me want to run out and buy a kettlebell! My #1 favorite exercise is walking! Low impact, low on injury, and everyone can do it. I put in 6-8 miles a day. After that, I love my speed jump rope.…

You are correct, I should have noticed that post's assertions and requested the same from them. Point well taken.

I am absolutely NOT trying to start an argument here, but PLEASE, when you say something like this, quote or link to a reliable source to prove your point. There is so much bro-science circulating on these forums. Anyone can say anything with authority here. (Just think of all the people who honestly believe the whole…

There is a GROUP here on MFP for intermittent fasters. You may find some helpful info and support there: community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/49-intermittent-fasting

Potential pitfalls: --Overestimating calorie burn. --Underestimating calorie intake. Are you using a food scale? I can promise you, there is a great difference between measuring your food with cups and spoons and weighing your food. You may be eating more calories than you think. Lastly, if it is any encouragement at all,…

Woo! Hoo! @bringon30 that is FaBuLoUs!!!

I'll start...today I came home STARVING. Instead of reaching for whatever convenience food I could lay my hands on, I immediately pulled out a cup of plain Greek yogurt, stirred in a spoonful of some Polaner fruit spread and ate that while I prepared myself a giant salad for lunch. BOOM! Hunger-binge averted and healthy…

I started the month off with 6 miles of walking this morning. :)

My diet is holier than yours! Ever met these people?? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lraDNDuFNj8 Edited to add: I am in no way affiliated w/the producers of this video (BYUtv) but I think it's funny and it's safe for work.

Bumpity, bump, bump...because this material is worth reading again, and again.

I am saving this link and giving it out every time someone says "starvation mode." Thanks!

I've cut sugar significantly too. My meals are mostly meat, fish, or eggs plus fat plus veggies. Hit the protein and veggies hard...they will fill you up and your cravings for sugar will start to decrease.

Pork tenderloins in a crockpot. Cook until falling apart. Drain. Shred. Add bbq sauce or desired seasonings. Can be served on buns, rice, pasta, in mexican, or just alone if you are avoiding carbs. Now, I know this is going to sound really weird, but I pour a little root beer on mine for the cooking. I PROMISE it does not…

Recent studies are showing that breakfast really isn't that important...although the breakfast food manufacturers don't like people to say that! ;) You know that whole "Breakfast is the most important meal of the day" thing? Yeah, that's just PR and not scientifically proven. Here is an excellent article written by John…

Sorry...but I can't help but laugh at the typo for the title of this thread. I am sure you meant "cravings" but accidentally typed "carvings." Well, I'd like to CARVE inches off my hips and thighs and belly... ;)

Move it to a hard surface...or get something hard, like a small piece of wood, and put that under your scale. Also, my scale is digital and I find I get more consistent readings when I zero it out each time. You might try that too if your scale is digital.

Current Weight: 146 Overall Goal: 125 August Goal: 142 Goals: --Stretch daily (I'm pretty consistent working out, but I need to improve flexibility) --Practice planks & push-ups regularly (Most of my strength lies in my lower body, I want to strengthen my core & upper body. These two moves are measurable - I can time the…

I second this question. The last time I tried doing a weight lifting program (NROLFW) I ended up with all the classic symptoms of a bulging disc in my lower back and was not able to sit comfortably for weeks. (No health insurance meant I had to treat at home with rest and some stretches given to me by a friend who is a…

Michele in Wyoming trying to lose that same 10-15 lbs. that I've lost and gained back multiple times. I have found when I workout regularly and track my food, after much hard work, I can get it off...but as soon as I stop tracking and get side-tracked by life (injuries, moving cross-country, etc.) it creeps right back up…

First off: Very COOL profile pic! :) Okay, I'm no fitness expert, but I have heard more than one "expert" simplify things by saying, "If you want more muscle, look at your exercise. If you want less fat, look at your diet." Everyone seems to have their own opinion on these things, but many believe that the best way to…

I'm late to this party, but I've been tracking so I can fill in the numbers for the previous weeks of the challenge. I hope that's okay! Name: Michele age: 49 Height: 5'5 Start Weight: 152 Goal Weight: 140 for the end of 12 weeks and ultimately 125 Goal - 1 lb per week (slow and steady wins the race!) June 28th: 152 July…