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What? No. 118 is the absolute bottom of your normal BMI range. For 5'6", the range is 118 to 148. Why do you think the chart is saying you're supposed to aim for the bottom? You say you're aiming for a healthy body fat %, which will end up in that range. That's how it works for most people.

Right now I have more of a reason than an excuse. I'm breastfeeding and when I drop my calories, my milk supply drops. Baby being fed is more important than me losing weight. I'm focusing more on maintaining right now. When she weans, I can lose the weight. I've done it before, I can do it again.

https://youtu.be/eyC_NKEz62A

Maintenance for first tri.

Build up your endurance first by running more distance, outside of possible. Speed will follow. I recommend either C25K or a Hal Higdon program. I wouldn't worry to much about adding special running workouts like sprints or paced runs until you've built up your distance more.

My pants have a zipper pocket on the back right above the tailbone. Else I'll put it down next to me or shove it in my bra. But I also work out at home, so the only person watching me pull my phone out of my bra is my husband.

Friday night is pizza night in this house.

I weigh for data not to evaluate my self worth.

This is what I'm doing. Hasn't impacted my supply at all and I'm losing about .5-1lb a week. The weight didn't start moving until about 8 weeks post partum even though I haven't changed anything.

I've lost on vacation plenty of times. It's not really my goal during vacation, but it happens. We're very active on vacation. If I can walk somewhere, I do. We typically log 10-15 miles a day of walking if we are sightseeing. Else, we find something active to do like swimming, hiking, snorkeling, etc. As far as food goes,…

I don't do them on the same day. Each week I do 3 days of strength and 3 days of cardio (every other for both). On the 7th day, I rest.

This! Enjoy and eat, but only eat something if it actually appeals to you. You don't have to try everything. Also, you don't have to make up for it later. Just pick up the next day and go back to your normal deficit. (I know I'm a day late, but this applies anytime you attend a gathering with lots of food). I also agree…

I'm 5'3 and when I was at 145, I ate close to 2000 calories to lose weight. Doesn't seem that unreasonable to me. Make sure you have the same goal settings in MFP and Fitbit. Then try eating half of what Fitbit gives you and see what happens for at least 3 weeks. Do not just ignore your Fitbit calories. Losing weight too…

My wrists got smaller as I lost weight. It's a useless measurement. If you're looking to set a goal, aim for the high end of a healthy BMI. Assess when you get there if you want to lose more based on body fat.

I use lifestyle change and I'm three years in. I was a sedentary closet eater who would cry if I thought about working out or limiting my intake. Now I love running and yoga (I lift too, but don't love it) and IIFYM. I'm a different, much happier person. Lifestyle change is really the only way to describe it. I did it…

I totally get it. I lost 70 lbs before I got pregnant (and still had ~15 to goal). Was totally going to eat super healthy and exercise throughout my pregnancy and only gain 20lbs. Then all day sickness that was only managed by eating crackers every 2 hours lasted through my whole pregnancy. I had complications that meant I…

That's exactly what I'm saying... Counting calories and exercising are something I do because it's good for me. Brushing my teeth is also good for me and I don't have to be motivated to do it. I just do it because I should.

Also, I've been eating at maintenance plus my exercise calories. This means my breastfeeding is what is creating my deficit. By doing this, trendweight says I'm losing at a rate of .7lbs a week and my supply hasn't been impacted at all.

Oh I know it is. I'm only working on losing weight because my supply is good. If my supply dips, I'll be upping my calories immediately. Also it feels amazing to workout again. I had some complications and wasn't allowed to do anything more than walking since October.

I'm 10 weeks post partum. My weight didn't start moving until about 2 weeks ago. Be patient.

Meh, I used to only be hungry when approaching meals when I was in a deficit. Now that I'm nursing (I have a 10 week old), I'm legit hungry all the time. I'm eating maintenance plus exercise and letting the breastfeeding create the deficit, so not undereating. So far, it's manageable, but I'm always thinking about food.

Commitment outweighs motivation. You have to do it even when you don't feel like it because (as you've discovered) motivation wears off. Success goes to those who are willing to put in the effort day in and day out simply because they need to.

Ask your doctor about the heart condition. My sister has one and her doctor is fine with her riding roller coasters. The signs are a CYA for the park and different conditions will react differently. As for the rides, if you can fit, you can ride. Most coasters will have a test seat outside of the line. You can try the seat…

The only true failure is giving up.

Definitely start measuring. As you lose, your proportions change. So it might look bigger compared to the rest of you, but I bet it's getting smaller. Just keep going and be patient, it will come off.

I have a feeling that the MFP goal isn't too high for you OP. Try putting your stats into Scoobys TDEE calculator to get an idea of what it would take for you to maintain your weight with your current exercise regimen (http://scoobysworkshop.com/calorie-calculator/). It might give you insight into why Mfp set your calories…

Just pick one and try it. 100 calories isn't a big enough difference to me to overthink this. What's more important is ensuring accuracy within that calorie goal so you can make an informed decision about if it's working for you. If you aren't already, weight your food and measure all liquids.

I'm always hungry the first week of a cut, no matter how small the deficit. Unless you're getting physically ill (headaches, nausea, etc), you may just have to wait it out. Caveat: I'm only saying this because you've already mentioned how many calories you're eating. You can try changing up your snacks, that might help.…

Weigh your food. You're eating more than you think: https://youtu.be/vjKPIcI51lU

Ugh this. I don't understand what people want. No one can give you motivation, you have to find it for yourself. Motivation is overrated anyway. It's good to get you started, but can fade quickly. Commitment and consistency even when you don't feel like it is where success lives.