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Here's some of my faves: -Stars by Demi Lovato -Confident by Demi Lovato I actually really like most of that album, but the rest aren't all that upbeat -X Gone Give it to ya I have not clue what's being said, but this song just makes me want to take off at a sprint -Levels by Nick Jonas -History by Lauren Alaina -Bad Blood…

Ah ok! I did a search and found something promising! Thanks all!

Holy whoa. Well then I'm wayyy off! By deficit, you're talking about the calorie deficit right? And what's a progressive overload lifting program? Would that be to start lifting weights at some small amount and progressive add more?

MFP tells me to get 60, and I've been pretty good about getting right around 60 for the past couple of weeks. I'm usually around 61-64. Before I was sitting at like 20 grams a day if even that, which was super pitiful. Do I need more?

Thanks everyone for all the suggestions! I definitely do my calorie counting on here to make sure I've got the deficit and to keep and eye on my macros. That's how I knew I wasn't getting enough protein before, which is why I started with the whey protein so that I now reach my protein goal. I glanced around for the strong…

Optimum nutrition whey powder mixed in almond milk (8 oz, you could use any liquid. If you want more protein, don't use almond milk cuz it's got nothing on normal milk), one tablespoon of fiber powder, and a boiled egg for breakfast gets me super far The protein powder is 120 The almond milk is 30 The egg is 70 The fiber…

Same. I've always got a sweet tooth. It's quite ridiculous haha. I frequent these chocolates called ghirardelli. I also have a bag of Hershey's kisses in case I'm not feeling ghirardelli that day. And I've got ThinkThin protein bites in a chocolate peanut butter flavor as well. I'll typically eat about 2 bites which isn't…

@jessicakahn606 Thank you!! It was time for a change haha!

Also, the relative amount of steps (up to the last sync) should be shown on your home screen, underneath the whole calorie layout. It's an orange bar that tells you your steps. You should also see it when you scroll to the bottom of your diary. It's not as detailed as Fitbit by any means, but it does show how many steps…

MFP automatically adjusts for steps from the Fitbit. When you do exercise, you're doing more steps, so logging exercise in MFP when it's already adjusting for Fitbit steps can cause double counting and inaccurate calorie counts. I personally just leave my exercise in Fitbit and view my stats there, and use MFP for food…

Asparagus Shrimp Fish (talapia, sometimes salmon) Eggs (to boil) Spinach leaves (for salad) Shredded cheese Ranch Apples Peanut Butter Halos (the little mandarin things) Fresh pineapple Cool Whip ThinkThin Protein Bites Luna Protein bars Peanut Butter Crackers Thin Mint Granola bars Chicken breast Hummus Celery Chobani…

-Luna protein bars -ThinkThin Protein Bites -Apples and Peanut Butter -Lean1 Meal Replacement (I also use optimum nutrition, but I have to do this one as my morning on-the-go because I have to use milk with it. The Lean1, I can just pack the powder and add water from a fountain and shake it up) -Boiled egg -Celery and…

Breakfast: -Optimum nutrition gold standard whey rocky road flavor in 8 oz of almond milk -1 boiled egg Lunch: -Luna Chocolate Salted Caramel protein bar Dinner (haven't had it yet since it's only 2:45 pm here, but I already know): -Asparagus -Shrimp

Noticed the same thing when I switched from the elliptical to the treadmill. I did some internet snooping, and people that are new to running have a tendency to see an increase in the scale because running is a strenuous, new activity that is tearing up muscles, so the muscles hold water to repair and prepare. As you keep…

Did you just start running recently? This actually happened to me last week when I arbitrarily went from the elliptical to running on the treadmill. I looked visibly bigger despite the fact that I always eat well under my calorie goal. I did some snooping around the Internet and found a fair amount of sources that…

Asparagus. Love it. Super quick/easy to prepare. Very low cal. Great source of fiber

Just started back not too long ago, but so pleased with my results I don't see myself going anywhere anytime soon! Feel free to add me!

First off, congrats on your achievements thus far!! Old clothes. That's what does it for me. I felt discouraged just like you because I felt like I looked the same size, if not bigger, scale be darned. I pulled out some old pants to wear to something and was shocked to find they wouldn't even stay up. The waistband in no…

Really look into what you're eating. Like, try not to eat empty foods, the ones that have high calories but little to no other real benefit. Try to find foods that you like that are rich in fiber, protein, or both. Also, look into meal replacement shakes (which tend to have lots of proteins) or whey protein. Lean1 is a…

Love Lean1. The Chocolate PB is my favorite. Chocolate is good too, but I tend to end up putting some PB2 powder in it to make it more like the Choco PB. I'll definitely stick to buying just choco pb. I just got 8 oz of water and dumped 2 scoops in, shook it up in my shaker bottle and that was it. I liked that it tasted…

Why is that surprising? People make pudding with water if it suits their fancy. If I find normal milk to harsh on my stomach, which is why I don't drink a whole glass of it just for kicks, then I suppose I'll just use a different milk .... Besides, don't those boxes of mix make 5 or more servings? I would most definitely…

Thanks everyone! The lactose intolerance would actually explain a lot. Not sure why I thought that those who are lactose intolerant actually get sick from milk. I "stole" some of my roommates almond milk this morning, and I actually really liked it with the ON protein. She has the sweetened vanilla, which didn't taste bad…

I actually think I'll try this. I've been drinking Lean1, and personally prefer it's thickness over ON. Perhaps this will give it a little more flavor and consistency??! Thanks! I try not to drink straight milk, or at least not too much of it, because it upsets my stomach. I don't think I'm lactose intolerant because I…

Lean1 Chocolate Peanut Butter is the best protein/meal replacement shake I've had thus far. Chocolate is also good, just not as good (IMO) as the one with PB. I just add PB2 to it. It's 36.99 for a 15-serving tub at Vitamin Shoppe. Never buy it there. Anywhere else online is much more reasonable. Like AlphaCajun mentioned,…

Cramps are sincerely the worst things ever :( Still powered through my workout though! Whoop! Got nice and sweaty cuz it's like magic! Anywaaaaaays ... Good Sunday y'all! Hope everyone had a great week and is ready to get started on week 5 tomorrow!

Haha exactly!

Me on the treadmill: "Tiredness is a state of mind, tiredness is a state of mind. You're not tired, Bri. No, you don't get tired. Tired is for the weak. You're not weak. 30 more seconds. Oh yeah, only 10 now. Almost there. Good job, and you're not even tired. You're not weak. Keep going. 30 more seconds ... Give me 30 more…

Hahah! I love that!

@MissEESmith Wtg on the plank challenge! Also, if you want to try Fitstar, you can do it on a laptop or computer, on the web. I was looking into it last night. I think I'll try it that way so I can plug my laptop into my tv with HDMI and do it that way Also, I love the pic of the day. I was honestly feeling incredibly lazy…

Definitely. I stretched yesterday and today and nothing hurts :) Oh sweet! I'll have to look into both of those. Thanks for sharing!