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I had a killer lunch (business lunch out) - ahi tuna blt. Seared tuna steaks with bacon and roasted red peppers and chipotle mayo on thick toast. Surprisingly not too bad on calories!

Also, THIS^

I would start the 3 days strength/2 cardio routine. Heavy strength training helps maintain lean muscle while burning fat. It also is great for bone health long term. Check out Strong Lifts 5X5 or NROLW for some great beginner insight.

Get thee to an orthopedic surgeon!!! I had similar hip pain when I got serious about running in 2010. I couldn't stretch it away and finally saw a doc. Turns out I had undiagnosed hip displasia and osteoarthritis. I had a total hip replacement in 2012 at 34 years old. It was terrifying, but I now feel incredible!

Just a suggestion - you may want to start mixing in some strength training with your cardio.

Agree on burpless. Also, I take flaxseed oil interchangeably with fish oil.

i like it and find it easy to use. I enter food in MFP and allow the UP band to track my movement. I sync probably 5 times a day, as I like seeing my progress during the day.

If you're interested in using 5X5 strong lifts, there's an accompanying app - all free.

The entire concept behind MFP involves monitoring your caloric intake. So why do you think that you'd find support iand guidance when you insist you won't track your calories? SMH

You've come to the wrong place if you want advice on losing weight without tracking the food you consume. Because people here know you lose at a deficit and gain with a surplus, whether in a traditional calorie counting approach or in a bigger macro approach. I agree with what was said above - come back when you're serious.

Try yogaglo.com. A ton of different styles and teachers and they have a great beginner intro to show you the best type for you. Also, first 2 weeks free!

Monday: Chest and Tris - 4 exercises each. 4 sets x 10 reps Tuesday: cardio - elliptical 45 mins Wednesday: back and bis - 4 exercises each. 4 sets x 10 reps Thursday: cardio - elliptical 45 mins Friday: legs 4 exercises. 4sets x 10 reps OR P90X Legs and back DVD (but skip back) Saturday: active day, no formal exercise.…

Most days I'm averaging about 12,000-13,000, but I don't log it. My up band syncs that activity with MFP for me. I get there by parking at the back of my work lot, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, working out at lunch, then staying active when I get home at night - be it cooking, cleaning, puttering around the…

I totally agree. Glad you're brave enough to make this statement, as many are already clubbing you for it. I'm really befuddled as to why so many people would willingly and knowingly mark their bodies for life in such a way.

I just recently joined YogaGlo. It's an online yoga streaming tool that has all kinds of different styles, teachers and time lengths of yoga classes. The first 2 weeks are free, then it's like $18/month after that. I joined because I noticed stiffness and pain in my back as my shape and posture has changed, so I wanted to…

I started at 260 (5'10") and have lost 35-40 lbs. My target weight is in the 198-203 range, still well above my "healthy" BMI number. OP, you and I are very much in the same place. Bottom line is BMI isn't really that important.

I made minor Mediterranean diet tweaks to lower my cholesterol - subbed EVOO for butter/other oils, added garlic whenever possible, increased fish intake, increased tomato product intake, and if drinking I try to drink red wine.

Of course, as long as it fits in your macros.

3 eggs scrambled, most mornings.

I used to think this too when I was 18, but it's just inaccurate. Go check out Strong Lifts 5X5 or NROLFW. Lift heavy. Do a little cardio on non-lifting days to keep a good calorie deficit. Rinse and repeat.

I've experienced similar changes...diet/lifestyle changes that have helped - more fish in diet (or take a flaxseed or fish oil supplement); using olive oil vs other oils/butter; when drinking alcohol, try to drink red wine. All those, in addition to exercise and weight loss have allowed me to avoid statins (and soon get me…

Awesome progress and great work! The only problem I see is that you're a Bengals fan!

Just do the 30DS in as modified format as possible. If you have to do only half of the move, then do it but make sure you're pushing yourself. It is a great workout to start with and you'll see fantastic results. Please don't get discouraged, and just keep plugging away w/ 30DS...you'll be glad you did!

I use the Up and love it. It's meant to be worn 24/7 and is great because it tracks all your movement AND sleep. I find it really helpful to make sure I'm moving enough AND getting enough rest. Not as sure about fitbit.

I feel the same way...I'm trying to shrink these big bones I have in my belly and butt. :)

LOL

LOL Does it read like this? 1. Eat at a caloric deficit. 2. Lift heavy - full body. 3. Ignore people insisting you spend 20-45 mins on abs 4-10. Repeat.

By that thinking, can I just do situps and kill my belly fat? ::trying to hide my sarcasm::

To me, I equate the average overweight person (non-diabetic/PCOS, etc) using Atkins to lose weight instead of eating at a caloric deficit to buying penny stocks and hoping they explode to become wealthy...instead of spending less than you make and investing in a broad growth portfolio. Sure, you may have some great short…

Good points. Yes, I'll have to have the artificial joint replaced multiple times (they are expected to last 10-15 years depending on activity level). I'm hoping to take another 20-25 lbs off and strengthen my legs to extend the life of the replacement as long as possible.