OnTheGround

dbmata is right.......the way to lose weight is diet. Cardio helps a lot in the beginning though. I started my weight loss with spinning and cross training. I did spinning 3 days a week, and cross training 2-3 other days with 1 or 2 rest days a week. You need rest days, and my experience was that more than two days in a…

I'm not entirely sure which machine you're talking about, I tried to google it. If there is a plate labeled 20 and you set it to that plate, you are only lifting 20lbs. If I'm visualizing correctly, and it's a single stack of weights you select from, then it's just 20. And, I would say that's right. Cable rows are pretty…

It depends on how hard you're working. If you're sweating and getting out of breath, I'd guess about 500 ish, give or take.

Actually one of the best things is to do core to help that back injury AND do what you can to pull your tummy muscles in a bit! If it were me, I would be sure to do a serious core component at least 3 times a week.

A super set is when you do two or more exercises back to back with no breaks in between. A drop set is when you do as many reps as you can with your starting weight and then get the next lowest weight and do more reps with that.......for example, I will do my drop sets with the leg press starting at 180, I can do about 15,…

I have found that VERY GENERALLY if I am out of breath and sweating, I'm burning around 100 calories every 10 minutes. And I'm fairly fit and not over weight now. I burned more (closer to 150) when I was overweight. I think you could probably also safely use the "circuit training" estimate here on MFP.

There is no magic weightloss shake or pill. That's why there are so many..........if it REALLY worked, it wouldn't be sold under a glorified pyramid scheme and the owner would already be a billionaire. And, really, as someone who lost weight the "old fashioned way" I don't see how using it teaches anyone lifelong health…

Oh, you're eating so little! I really really sympathize. I was very overweight and lost MOST of my weight being around 1200 and doing LOADS of cardio like you. Then I plateaued and REALLY struggled. I got a LOT of advice to up my calories and I DID NOT want to hear it. I totally get how hard it is to mentally go there. I…

I've never used map my walk, but I have found MFP to be darn close to accurate when I've compared them to actually using a HRM.

I only wear different shoes for lifting. I wear Asics 2000GTs for running and cross training because they are a cushioning and stabilization shoe. So they also have the support I need for cross training, in which I may be bouncing or otherwise causing impact to my knees and back. I honestly don't think it's a super…

1 part soy sauce 1 part sesame oil minced garlic (to taste, I use lots) 1/4 part lime juice I also really love Soyaki for marinade.

My husband had this and it turned out he has a hiatal hernia, you might want to look that up. It's fairly common. Anyways, he keeps Tums with him all the time. Avoid meals right before you're going to sit or lay down for a long time. Eating smaller meals more often can help. And the obvious, avoiding fried or fatty foods.

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Girl, do the Jamie Eason LiveFit 12 week program. I haven't lost weight but holy crap I have better legs than I ever though possible to have. And my tummy is getting flat and toned. It's weight focused, and there is not a ton of cardio, but I find that my heart rate still gets up there most of the time. I adore this…

I don't log water because its never been an issue for me. I log what I NEED to in order to stay on track. My water intake has never been an issue. If you struggle with it, I'd say log it.

If it works, do it. I lost a lot on 1200 a day when I was overweight but as I got leaner, I had to up my calories. I think that if you don't lose, you'll know you'll need to bump up your cals a bit.

Back when I first started losing weight, I would only get salad and I'd get dressing on the side. It's pretty easy to track a salad, no matter where it's from. Sure it's not the most fun thing in the world, but do you want to keep stumbling back every weekend and not make progress? That's what I used to tell myself. Until…

I dunno about you, but I know I pushed myself to my max when I'm sore the next day, but I certainly don't stop doing those work outs. Generally, if I keep up my workouts, I'm just able to do those things later WITHOUT getting super sore the next day. I would bet you're right, the stabilization involved in the plank jack…

If you have a smartphone, you might try downloading the BodySpace app. It's what I use and has a ton of work outs you can pick from. It's really handy, because you can also track all your work.

I just read a pin on pinterest that said whiskey and diet soda is the most bang for your buck. which is lucky for me that's my drink! :)

Were you solid muscle when you were previously that low, though? As much as it sounds like a broken record, I might try tossing the scale for a month or two and continuing w/ your work outs and eat clean and just go by measurements and clothes. I know I was a stuck for a long time, but when I started putting on more…

Honestly, my experience is that if I have an "addiction" to something that's bad for me, I cold turkey it. Subbing doesn't really help in the long term, IMHO.

I don't have photos, sorry, but when I was fat obviously my calves were fat too. After losing and getting out of the "obese" range, my calves were down enough to fit into regular boots I found out in stores. I don't know the measurement, but I'm just happy I fit into regular stuff now.

I've been youtubing deadlifts but I really feel like I need someone to guide me through it in real life. The gym I go to (Crunch) has personal trainers for hire, so I don't know if theyd' show me stuff for free?

I should make it clear my goal is fat loss. I'm not looking to look like a figure model. I know I need to build muscle to burn fat, and to really be healthy long term, so that's why I went to this. Also......I do my best, but I don't know how to deadlift and I don't have a gym partner to show me. :(

Thanks. I'm wondering if I should be aiming to be at certain numbers by certain dates? Or is that irrelevant?

I'd say definitely. Walking is harder than elliptical. But the proof will be in if you keep losing!

FWIW I had the same problem after my 3rd. I ended up having an ablation and it was a miracle to get done. You're going to get really weak and iron deficient if you keep on this way. At the very least, please try to get some iron and cal/mag supplements. Also, Bcomplex and Evening Primrose supplements can really help too.…

I was just trying to be brief. Yes, it's chest, abs, etc etc. I wasn't really looking for a critique of my plan, but it does lack direction on if I should be increasing my weights and by how much/how often. That's what I'm asking, sorry if that wasn't clear. Is there a good, reliable rule of thumb for increasing weight?…

1) I think you have to do it with no breaks, especially if you are starting from a place of not working out like that previously. 2) Getting fit is a long term journey.........I would never have been able to do 30DS 2 years ago. Now it's super easy for me. That result didn't happen in 9 days (or even 30 days). I do 30 DS…