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Thanks Bumblebums, I think you are right. I'll look into getting a good TUBOW. Is this something I can train through, or should I give it a good rest?

Thanks everyone. I haven't lost a whole lot of pounds this past month so I switched to Stronglifts 5x5 and upped my calories to 2000 so I would have less fall off the wagon moments. So far so good, I'm still seeing changes due to the lifting and I feel great!

Haha, I know, but it was the vid that seemed to break things down the most. Thanks guys, I'll check those out.

Protein powder IN greek yogurt! :) yum!

It's true it's tough, but I've known a lot of women who could do 20+. They had very low bf% and trained hard.

Thanks stroutman, I'll be back on here once I start seeing more results to get more advice o/\o

I'm a beginner and I don't get bored with routine, so are you recommending sticking to a simple program of strength training at this point? I eat at a constant deficit (1700) and do steady state cardio on my rest days to help with what i think you are referring to as calorie wastage. I'm down with the "KISS" philosophy, at…

I believe strength. The set up is the same as the squat in stage 1. They introduce HIIT in stage 2 but that is a separate component of the workout.

Nice critique. I'm taking a nutrition class and this video came up as a topic of conversation. It definitely seemed fishy and full of logical fallacies.

haha, the answer is yes, but I completely understand. Honestly, give it a few days and re-read this post and you will see how sensitive you are being. Your bf sounds like a nice guy and is probably only looking to help. If you can't handle taking advice from him then don't, find someone else to lean on, or just lean on…

I'm wondering if these compound moves are even necessary. I've been looking at strong lifts 5x5 and it's appealing because it is so simple.

You've only been tracking for a month so it's hard to say if that 5 lb fluctuation is a fluctuation or a loss. The only advice i can give is that you can always improve the accuracy of your logging (using a food scale and proper measurements with measuring spoons, cups etc..). 5 lbs in a month is a reasonable loss so give…

Great question. How about for women?? 20%??

Wow!

QFT Quantum Field Theory?

^^ this. OP, there is only one person in the world who can sabotage you... and that is you. Woman up.

^^ I don't think you understand what starvation mode is. OP, if you haven't been losing weight it's most likely because you have not been tracking your food properly. Your diary isn't open so I cannot check and see.

Oh my!

^^ This... I also thought that advice was weird.

Weight loss is all about calories in calories out (with a few minor exceptions). I wouldn't give up on the weight training, studies have showed weight training does protect against metabolic syndrome. I agree with what people have been saying about estimating. I would try to be more accurate with your estimations not less…

Nice job! It is so empowering to take control of your life isn't it!

I agree. You will have enough on your mind working towards your goal. The only thing I would add is I think it's a good idea for you to start a savings fund now. If you need/want the surgery you have the $$. If you don't, go on a vacation or buy yourself something nice :)

Right?! I finished Stage 1 and really enjoyed it. My gym is pretty basic but it had everything I needed. I'm taking a break for the next few weeks but am looking forward to stage 2.

Yeah, I'm pretty tall (5'10 1/2"). My mum is 5'2" and I think she has a hard time seeing her results too (although I see it). It looks like you're doing a fantastic job, keep up the good work!

Thanks everyone! I love the positive reinforcement. Not sure if you noticed... but my house is getting progressively cleaner as well! haha.

Hi Steph, I'm a 28 yo SAHmom of a 2 1/2 yo boy. This site, along with the app has been the missing link in my weight loss, I've had so much more success using MFP than with any other strategy. The community I have chosen has been increditably supportive too. Good luck to you and I will add you to my FL. ????

I should also qualify with that this was likely due to overtraining overall, not just push-ups. Basic is just as much about breaking your will to live (haha, just half joking) as fitness training.

Former navy here too, it's true they work the "poop" out if you, but I've known many of my male friends who lost 20-25lbs of LBM during basic. Your muscles definitely need recovery.

Nice job everyone!!