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I don't think of it as slipping. It's enjoying life and foods you love. Moderation is the key. If you deprive yourself from all the foods you love to eat what fun is that. Yes they might not be the best foods but they taste good. If you eat healthy and have that snack during the day make it up with some cardio that day. If…

First it's nice to see you still have the will to keep going. As far as the discs, once they are bulging they don't go back. You might have already had them though. Who knows. I'm sure the ED told you to follow up with your PCP and put you on some NSAIDS and pain meds. You should follow up. Don't blow it off. You only have…

If you find out I would love to know. I have just put in a few hundred calories even though I know it's much more. Good luck!!!

I am at 1530 and If I don't work out that day I eat close to it. When I work out I try to eat only 200 of the calories earned back. Metabolism is important so I try to eat several small meals during the day instead of a few big meals. I haven't changed any of my settings. I just changed my daily eating habits. I lost 9lbs…

Sorry I don't know what you ladies are going through :huh: Cardio is important for burning calories. I was just talking to a friend of mine who is a trainer about burning more body fat. He told me what I already knew. " increase your cardio". Strength training will burn calories but not like a cardio workout. Cardio should…

Egg white wrap - you can get egg whites in a bottle so it makes it easy. Take a 1/2-1 cup egg whites A splash of no fat milk ( keeps the eggs fluffy ) Table spoon of fresh cut salsa ( or more if you like ) One slice of cheese One wrap Put the egg whits in a bowl, add a splash of milk. It will cook and form to the bowl.…

It depends on how much you go over. Protein is good for you especially if your doing strength training. Your muscles need it to repair. Most of your protein intake should be after your work out. Muscles are looking for it then. If you go over 10-30 grams its not bad. Remember your goal calories are set lower then your…

I just got back from Barbados a few weeks ago. I lost five pounds while I was there. I ate small meals during the day and usually a fish dinner with normal sides. They usually have a good selection of foods to choose from. Remember moderation. Your on vacation right? Enjoy it. Don't stress about what your going to eat. If…

Hi there,I always do about 5min of cardio to warm up. I do my strength training workout after that. You need some strength training to keep your muscle tone and muscle helps burn fat. Without strength training you will break down some muscle. You don't want to do that. You will see weight loss but some of that might be…

Welcome and good luck. Lots of support here:smile:

Your on the right track. I have twin boys of my own and I know how hard it is to find time. They are almost 15 months so they even go to the gym with me now. They love it. You have lots of people here that will help support you so good luck with your goals. Add me as a friend if you like. P.S. Thank your husband for all he…

Does it start from the very bottom of your calf right before your heel. If so it could be tight tendons and ligaments. Most important is your Achilles tendon is there. I tore mine. It's not a pleasant feeling. Worst pain I ever had in my life. Try stretching that leg slower and even massage your calf to your heel. If you…

Good job! You logged on so your on the right track. I wish you all the best with goals. Diabetes is very serious but it can be controlled with diet. I hope it does work out that way for you. I work in the medical field so I deal with it quite often. I have several friends that have diabetes and are on meds. They maintain a…

You answered your own question :) you are happy where your at. It is a good healthy weight for someone your height. My thought is maintain where your at and keep your muscles toned with light strength training. If your healthy and happy your goal is reached. Just my opinion. Congrats

One thing you need to make sure of is your hitting your main calorie goal if your working out. When you work out you will burn calories. You might not see it now but if you don't supply your body with the nutrition it needs you will break down muscle. Muscle weighs more so if it breaks down it will add to your weight loss.…

If you are working out you will need more protein. Your muscles need it after a workout. Usually up to 40 min after a strength training work. That's why you see all these people in the gym buying protein shakes. It helps to repair, maintain and fuel your muscles so they don't break down. You don't have to buy shakes but…

First you need to realize that you need to be happy. Being depressed about yourself will only make it harder. Maybe some of your friends should join to gain weight. Ha ha. You already lost weight. GOOD JOB!! Don't compare yourself to others. I know it's hard but remember people like you for who you are. If they don't then…

Hi, one of the best ways to know how many calories you lost is to purchase a heart rate monitor watch that has a calorie count on it. The classes you are doing are really good for burning calories but it's hard to put an exact number on it. The cardio machines will keep an accurate count. So if you can take a day and use…

Congrats on the baby.... This site is great. I know several people who are doing well reaching their goals by using it. If you use it the way it is set up you will do fine. Any questions feel free to ask. :happy:

Once a week. Doing it every day will just drive you crazy. Your body will change day to day between building muscle and burning fat. The same day every week is the best way to look at your results.