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I downloaded the app and as a "seasoned dieter" I've found it to be excellent for all level of dieters. They tell you all the meals to eat yet also give you macros if you want to make your own. I have hired a trainer at over $300 per month in the past. The exercise routines on this plan rival my old trainer. It's a great…

Great Lakes - Collagen Hydrolysate-- How long have you been taking this and have you noticed an improvement in joint pain, if that's what you are taking it for? This---> Pumpkin Casserole with Bacon Pecan Streusel.. I think I'm going to have to look up that recipe. sounds pretty divine!

Thank you all for your responses. I tested today and measuring In ketosis so I'm happy with that at the carb level I'm at. I guess as long as that stick is purple I can keep at it.

OK thanks guys. This is the lowest protein I've tried to hit in years so perhaps bumping back up would be good. The more you read the more confusing it is. Some say lots of fiber, some say protein causes spikes too. I'm reading of setting fat goals at 60-85% with carbs being under 20 grams. I used to think I was very…

It's also worth noting that I have had my thyroid and hormones checked as I am 45 years old. Everything seems to be OK Weight loss just seems to be a lot harder now. that's why I feel like giving actual keto a shot might be my best option.

I had previously lost 40lbs but it was Low fat low calorie. Then I started body building and rebuilding my metabolism by slowly eating more I was up to about 2400 calories daily and maintaining but was training pretty hard. Had a family illness plus the stress of that. Quit the trainer. slowly gained 15 lbs over 2 years.…

Hi guys- it's been a month since I checked in, work is so busy. I was supposed to cut just 8-10 weeks. I decided to do the maximum since summer is around the corner and I need to have a few spare pounds lost to allow for bounce back upon reverse. So I'm happy and I'm not... I'm at 169.5 today so I lost 2.5 this month. 8.5…

Mine is open. I bulked oct-dec and started a cut in January. Lost 8lbs from jan to now and I'm in my final weeks of the cut. Will be reversing out soon. I think 2 more weeks of cut but you can look!

Yup.. I'm at the lower end of the final cut and I was so resistant to going up in calories in the beginning. I can't wait to ease up now. There is no room for error at this level and I can't believe I lived this way for years.

Little to none on machines. I have a 1 hour session w a trainer to lift 4 days a week. We have a mini cardio (sprints, burpees, thrusters ect) built into each session at some point to get/keep our heart rates up and move thru the lifts fast. A few days a week I walk, either on the treadmill, elliptical, or outside w my dog…

I'm thinking the most important thing you mentioned is the recovery after 5 years of anorexia. I really don't know anything about that. Did you have a recovery program you used? Seems like it is important that you trust your hunger cues and possibly pay close attention to the quality of food and focus on making sure what…

Well. The cut only works if you were actually metabolizing those calories and maintaining. Many times I didn't hit my numbers. I tried but there was still a lot of head play. "I ate cake I should cut back". Ect. If I was supposed to hit 2400 but missed 2 days and averaged 2200 then my cut should be off 2200 not 2400. I'm…

Got a message from my macro coach this week it's time to go to the next step. I'll be decreasing calories to the next level. 1650 for training days and 1450 for rest days. Keeping at 150 protein and 50 fat, adjusting all off carbs. Not looking forward to doing it but hopeful for results. It's just a few weeks then I'll…

FOr me if I go too low but also if I'm just feeling deprived. If youre not too low try writing down your goals, and some non food rewards. Remember the cut period is temporary and just to meet whatever goal you've set. It's entirely in your control and won't last too long.

Woot woot! Yay for deadlift and yay for 2400 calories. Enjoy, and my advice is get those calories in consistent now so your cut will be effective. Seems like I spent much time resisting the increase and much time now wishing I had pushed higher.

My trainer is keeping up the strength training but it seems like we are going slightly up in weight but down in reps on the major muscle days and on accessory days we do higher reps. Also, first of year he always adds in lots of extra cardio stuff between sets like mountain climbers, jump rope, burpees so it's just a bit…

I'm 5"7" Struggled my whole life to get into the 150s but struggled to maintain it. I switched my focus to building as much natural muscle as I can with heavy lifting and cut most cardio out. I just finished a bulk and weigh 172. My cut goal will be in the low 160's I'm hourglass shaped. 41/29/42 and wear a comfortable…

So here I am 1 month into my cut. I started at 178 and weighed in yesterday at 172.4. Which sounds AWESOME but I was 174.5 on Christmas Eve and 172.x during my entire bulk until Christmas to New Year’s. I need to let that go but how the hell I went from 174-178 in one week and it stuck to me is beyond me. OK So that is the…

There are two ways to have a lower bodyfat percentage. Lose fat, or increase muscle. From your comment and your profile pic you look pretty lean. You said you started a weight training program so in order to build muscle your body has to make repairs to your muscle, new capillaries, tendon support ect. That happens with…

Depends what your goals are. Are you happy at your current body fat / lean body ratio? Are you looking to improve your fitness level or maintain? Do you feel full of energy? Food is fuel so if you have goals to reach or aren't feeling like you are recovering well then more fuel may be in order. If you are happy doing what…

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/the-ultimate-guide-to-reverse-dieting

Read a very good article yesterday. Bodybuilding .com the ultimate guide to reverse dieting. Laid it out nicely. I have to keep reading and studying to stay committed when my head gets in the way . I LOVE the new eat to perform podcasts. If you aren't listening you should. So many success stories. It takes time and…

It just occurred to me that it was also suggested that I eat full tdee every 10-14 days on a training day. I forgot to mention that to you.

I've cut my cardio down to full rest/ or walking only 3 days per week. so far the scale is moving. After the first 3 lbs it moved a lot slower but down is down. My macro coach tried to get me to do 4 days rest!! Wow. She said you need those days to recover and be in a deficit. Once I pass the first deficit level after 4-5…

Possibly because I started so much higher than you? I'm not sure it would be good for you to drop from 2000 on rest days much more than 500. I'm adjusting to the food ok. Cut out most snacks and cooking a LOT of home cooked meals. Their idea is that on lift days you need to eat more and on rest days you can cut sharp. Get…