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I lost ~37lbs 4.5 years ago, from 165 to 128 ("healthy" weight range). In that 4.5 years I've been as low as 111 and as high as 131, but I think that still keeps it more than 30lbs lost from my "peak" weight. I have a desk job (accountant), I work from home (generally burns fewer calories than away from home) and my kids…

I have one pair I snagged on clearance (like $8) because I liked the high waist - did NOT KNOW they were butt scrunch leggings until they showed up. Honestly they are my favorite pair, if they had pockets they would be my ride or die pair. They fit to my shape, on the butt. Regular leggings (and all pants, for that matter)…

Definitely just need to find structure. I work full time (40+ hours), I work from home and have my kids at home that I homeschool, and still make it to the gym 5-6 days a week. I started with 3 days a week, then 4, then 5-6 - I have to keep to a schedule.. The gym is on my calendar. I wake up early and work late to make…

I wanted to come back and update. I decided to switch to maintenance since I wasn't losing weight anyway and went to ~1650 calories, my weight stayed about the same for that week. Last weekend I just didn't log and I know I went over on my calories by 400-500 each day. My weight of course spiked, but since then it's been…

If it weren't for coke zero, I probably would never have been successful losing weight. I mean now I could do it, knowing how it would go and maintaining for so long - but then? I don't think I would have been able to stick with it. It meant a lot to me to have that. Actually they have been associated with negative health…

I exercise because I enjoy it and it helps with my anxiety, and also for aesthetics. I count my calories for weight management.

I currently wear two types, in ear ones (new) and over the ear noise cancelling. I got mine with points through my health insurance, so I didn't pay "money" for them. They retail for $150 https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/all-headphones/p/whch710n-b I love them, considering how long you used your last pair,…

Interesting. I put a serving in my french toast bake, thinking it would blend. Just one serving. It isn't very good, but I'm going to eat it anyway - won't be putting hemp in it again! Maybe in a shake that has nut butter or something to compliment the flavor? Mine is green and large particles.

I have tried KOS, it was the pea I tried. You know that mealy taste that canned green peas have? That is what it tastes like. I may just not like pea, but I have heard from others who have tried pea protein they didn't like it either.

Thank you for the suggestion! I would say that my NEAT is the same or improved. I switched from a sitting desk to a standing desk in late June - I know standing doesn't burn more calories on it's own - but I'm more likely to move about the house during the workday if I'm already standing (fold a load of clothes, etc).…

This is more what my graphs look like, I definitely appreciate the data - it helps! I'm going to focus on sleep this next week, I have let my sleep hygiene gradually worsen over the summer. The long days of light and ever changing schedules do not help! It doesn't help that my husband is at a totally different place in his…

Thank you. I appreciate everyone's input. I am seeing I need more patience. I will stay the course. I'm not starving every night, just sometimes - I need to do better about distributing my calories throughout the day, my problem often comes from eating too much for breakfast and lunch, and then not having as many calories…

I know margins are tighter trying to lose weight when you are not ove I understand TDEE is different than BMR. The website I use is called a "BMR calculator" but it actually calculates all kinds of calorie requirements. Of course it's not technically a month, but it's far longer than 2 weeks - which is about the amount of…

Here are some pictures: Hope this works. One should show the start of my last period. One should show the month of July. One should show the 3 months ended with July.

Highly unlikely (married, vasectomy - still can happen but unlikely). Am having cycles. Will wait and compare one cycle to the next. It would be shifting from an expected 250 calorie deficit to a 450 deficit, both should have been at least some deficit. Stress could be a factor. I don't track my RHR. My fatigue level was…

Yes, I use TDEE - added a note. The website calls it a bmr calculator. This is why I have waited to worry about it. This started the 5th of July, it's the 29th. It's been a little longer than temporary, I would assume a couple of weeks. I don't understand what you are trying to say. Yes I've waited the better part of a…

I should have mentioned I tried that too, does your come really rough? Mine was nasty, tasted nasty, really grainy texture that did not dissolve. I reckon it can be further ground down, but it was not even an option for me unless I mix it into like whole grain muffins or something.

Do you have any other indications that you struggle with lactose? You can try having a lactaid pill (sold near the gas remedies in the drugstore, if you are not familiar) and see if it prevents it. Use up this protein powder with lactaid pills if it works. If you mix with milk, it may be as simple as switching to water or…

I waited until I was 6 months PP to start losing weight after my last baby (he will be 5 next month!). I was overweight (or obese), so I had plenty to lose. I lost all the weight from obese to healthy weight while breastfeeding.

I am no help, I drink an energy drink. It's the only one I allow myself all day :smiley:

I put up my clothes that didn't fit and told myself when I got under 120lbs I'd get it out. Technically I was at 121lbs when I got out my skinny jeans, but they fit. I also bought myself new leggings after losing 10lbs (I'm trying to lose ~18lbs, so more than halfway there). I found some amazing clearance deals on…

Lunges. Any type, but especially walking and Bulgarian SS.

I look forward to the gym, it's my favorite part of the day. I drink a liquid IV or other hydration drink before I go/on the way.

I started with New Rules of Lifting (the original), checked out NROL for women from the library, and then did STRONG (NROL). I would recommend any of their programs. They are long programs (9-12 months in STRONG). Stephanie Buttermore's programs are on sale right now for 4th of July. I haven't used hers, but I've used Jeff…

The OP is looking for dairy free protein, whey is dairy.

Bulksuppements.com - I buy through Walmart. It certainly puts a damper on your ability to lift heavy, I haven't really progressed in weight on my compound lifts, just my accessories. I'm more lifting to prevent muscle loss and for the enjoyment, not expecting any gains.

Wow this guide puts me at 89g-133g, which is between just under 25% and just over 35% of my calories. So 30% sounds good for me.

Yeah, dairy free, no sugar, no nasty artificial sweetener stuff doesn't exist. I'm lifting weights in a deficit, I need protein. I have now found plain protein powders (no flavor or sweetener) and I'm just making my own.

I'm joining a little late, I've been in this group for a while but wasn't active Height: 5'0" OSW (2018): 165 CSW (5/1/22): 131 Goal : 113 06/01/22: 127.9 06/08/22: 125.9 06/15/22: 125.0 06/22/22: 121.6 (had covid 10-19th, caused a drop) 06/29/22: 122.9 June total loss 5.0lbs

I'm 5'0", medium frame Starting weight 131 Current weight 122 Goal weight 113 I'm at 1450 calories, not 1200 - because I exercise pretty heavily 4x a week. At 3x a week it was 1350, if I wasn't exercising it would bottom out at 1200. I find it hard to hit my protein goals and still get the occasional treat. I bought some…