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Your job does not count as exercise. That is what your activity level is for. I walk approximately 3 miles a day at work, with constant stair climbing and some running, and my activity level is set to "Lightly Active." I would personally keep yours at sedentary. I also always ween on the conservative side, so I…

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I was 270ish at 16 years old when I had mine removed. I was fine in a couple of days. If it is that serious go back to the dr, shouldn't hurt that much. Mine basically hurt like I did hundreds of sit ups the day before when I tried to move.

Thanks for the replies thus far. To reiterate; I felt fine before I began running, so would JUST eating back the running calories suffice? For example, should I just keep my 1740 goal and log my runs into MFP to eat back and just leave the HIIT training unlogged? Thanks!

I do take a multi vitamin daily, as well as prograde workout recovery (sugar-protein with plenty of minerals). I DO NOT eat back exercise calories at this time, nor do I log my workouts.

They are the same. (They are both 1500 calories). However, "Burning" 500 calories can increase metabolism, which can result in additional calories burnt as well. Basically "skinny" can happen in the kitchen, but "fit" takes work AND nutrition.

I suppose to each their own. I never understood the "If you can't carry a conversation you are doing it wrong." When I run, I run hard. But I also run for time, not distance (14 minute two mile, which is fast for me). So I suppose it can depend on WHY you are running .

I'm enlisted in the National Guard. I started at 292, and dropped to 180 to enlist a couple years ago. Feel free to message. If you are working out as much as you say you are, make sure you eat a lot. The military will always be there. Don't try to drop to much to fast. You WILL need the muscle. Eat healthy, eat often.…

If you plan to exercise three days a week, use that setting. Always cut a % off of your TDEE, so with both numbers, yes cut the percent. The closer you are to your goal however, the less you want to take away. MFP = Log your exercise, eat back calories. (Exercise not built into calorie amount) TDEE = Take away 20% DO NOT…

You seem to hate everything that is good for you. Looks like you are at a compromise or die decision (enter creepy background music and the "dun dun dun"). A lot of vegetables for me were an acquired taste. I like spicy food, so I load almost everything up with Tabasco, or other hot sauce. Kale isn't too bitter, I like it.…

Your TDEE calculates your BMR PLUS the estimated calories from exercise. So it is saying your BMR is 1559, and IF you exercise every day at the intensity you say, you will burn 2553 every day. People recommend you cut 20% off of your TDEE, which is 2553. (So theoretically you should eat 2042 to see a loss of about 1lb per…

For all this Aspartame bashing crap, I would personally advise you to ignore it. Weight loss is calorie in - calorie out. Zero Calories, it won't affect weightloss. If you eat crap after drinking diet soda, it will affect weight loss. People try to demonize aspartame and diet soda for a lack of self control they personally…

I agree with the comment "don't be idle." I ALWAYS eat though (6ish 'meals') I think the best thing for me is that I constantly eat, but it is planned and efficient. I also only have about 2.5 full hours a day of me time. 5am - Wake up, make breakfast (350ish cal), be at work by 6am 9am - Eat meal 1 at work (today is…

You can look at my diary (this weekend was a wash, but all of February and beginning of March is my normal). Greek Yogurt, Eggs, Chicken. They are really high in protein, and low in calories.

Before this thread goes down hill, I'd like to point out that if you were gaining weight while eating "good" you were probably lying to yourself, under estimating calories in, and over estimating calories out. 1) Get a food scale, weigh food. 2) Get off butt, lift heavy crap. 3) Profit.

I use Nike Vomero 8's for pavement running and pavement HIIT circuits. I like them ok. I got special inserts from road runner sports as the stock ones were terrible. I haven't tried many others though, but the brooks glycerin were pretty awesome too.

All about the deficit. You are either UNDER estimating your calorie intake or OVER estimating your calorie burn. Most likely both. I walk about 4 miles per day at work, and do HIIT 4-5 times a week for 45 minutes and set my activity to light. Better to be safe than sorry, especially if you are not losing.

Git off my lawn op

5am (before work) Breakfast: 2 Eggs, 3 slice turkey bacon, greek yogurt (360ish cal) 9:30am(at work) Snack 1: Any 200 calorie item (scoop of chili, chicken breast with cottage cheese, yogurt and 1 oz beef jerky, apple slices with pb) 12:30pm(at work) Lunch: Another 200 calorie combination 3pm(after work) Snack: 200 calorie…

Been there done that. Currently in the AZ NG. Are you attempting to enlist or are you at risk of a counseling/article 15? If you are attempting to enlist, tell your recruiter to suck it. Seriously, they can wait on you. They WILL take you when you are ready. Also, as previously stated, just worry about passing tape. I was…

This is perfect. Thanks for a great start to my day! My next mile circuit around campus at work I will only try to breathe 3 times. I have been really making poor air choices as well. Luckily I also work at a hospital. Win-win-win.

You asked a legitimate question. Do not be concerned with the butthurt. I have a similar issue as you. My TDEE less 25% tells me to eat something like 2100 calories, however, I stick with the MFP number WITHOUT eating back exercise calories (1750). This is what I feel comfortable with, and it works for me, and works well.…

Agreed. I drink a can of diet soda every day after work. Gotta have my bubbles. Of course artificial sweeteners aren't the best, but a lot better than 150 calories in a can of coke.

Been there, done that. Essentially all you are doing on a low carb is cutting calories by not eating carbs. (as protein and fiber and fat help fill you up.) Stick to a balanced healthy diet, and you will have longer lasting, more sustainable, and better success. The low carb DOES work to an extent, but no better than a…

Take a peek at my diary. It may not be OPTIMAL, and I may even be harassed, but the main point I'm trying to make is every day at 5 am I make my own breakfast, and since I have it well balanced with enough calories, I actually have to force myself to eat at work (See snack 1 and lunch). Snack 2 is my preworkout meal…

Eat more. Start your day with more protein. skip the cereal.

So, I didnt read ALL of the comments, but here is what I see: You cut carbs by 1/2. Low and behold, you also cut the CALORIES from those carbs in half. All that did was increase your deficit. Are you still losing inches if not weight? Andrew

Nipples. Definitely Nipples.

tl;dr under X amount and metabolism slows. you need nutrients. multivitamins generally suck. end

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