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I eat them for lunch at work sometimes. There is a ton of sodium, but the calories are low. I try to minimize it, but they are fast and convenient. I just watch my sodium closely the rest of the day.

Evenings are really hard for me too! It's a constant battle. Here is what I do: - Pace myself during dinner. Eat my salad first. Then cook. Take my time eating (like make effort to eat at a ace you feel is slow) - Splurge one day/week. I usually do Saturdays. I have whatever I have been craving. It helps me battle all…

I'm 5'6", 128 lbs, and 25 years old. I am eating 1400-1500 calories/day. I exercise 6 days/week. I have lost 20 lbs (I was eating 1200-1300 calories/day then) and I'm basically maintaining now and working on getting more toned.

Red or white wine will be about 100 calories/glass. A mojito will be around 150 calories. I prefer regular light beer (about 100 calories) over the MGD 64. MGD 64 tastes too much like water and has less alcohol, so I end up drinking more. Bloody Mary will be around 150 calories (bonus is you eat the celery) Avoid…

A few things that are good choices: Premium Grilled Chicken Sandwich - 350 calories Chipotle BBQ or Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Snack Wrap - 250 calories/each Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad - 190 calories (that's without dressing) Grilled Chicken southwest Salad - 290 calories (also without dressing) Good dressing options:…

Try chewing a piece of gum. That always helps me.

Have you found substitutes for the things you crave? I love chips, but when I get a bad craving, I eat Special K cracker chips. You can have 30 chips for 110 calories. Keep lots of fruit around to handle sugar cravings. Granola bars to handle salty. It's just about surrounding yourself with the food that's good for you.…

is it the first time you've done lunges/squats in a long time? They will make you SO sore at first! After a few times, you'll get use to them and it won't be nearly as bad. I wouldn't say you should more of them until you not quite so sore, but that doesn't mean do nothing. Stretch the muscles for sure. And try walking,…

It helps me to control my cravings.

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For starters, eventually you will stall out with your weight loss if you don't add working out. I'm not sure what your long term goals are. If you are happy with your weight when you stop seeing progress, then for weight loss purposes, exercise may not be necessary for you. Exercise provides a ton of benefits though, not…

You definitely will need ot eat more when you work out. Nothing wrong with that. Just make sure what you're eating is healthy. To help, try eating something healthy right after your workout. That will help prevent you from feeling starving later. Try a protein shake, low fat yogurt with strawberry slices, or a bagel (or…

You can try hard boiled eggs. Cook them ahead of time and keep them in a cooler. Obvious choices are granola bars, cereal, etc.Trail mix is another great option. You can even make it yourself ahead of time to customize it to your preferences (you can find recipes online, but think nuts, dried fruit, etc).

Congrats! Keep up the good work!

I have a tendency to eat when I'm stressed. I have learned to really ask myself "Am I really hungry? Does an apple sound good? Or do I just want that piece of chocolate cake?" Slowly I have learned to use exercise as a way to handle the stress. Much more productive. Yes, it's hard to work into a busy schedule, but once you…

There a lot of other factors to consider. When I first lost 50 lbs, I was in an unhealthy relationship. A part of me always knew that, but as my confidence increased, I was finally able to walk away. And I consider that a good, not bad, thing. Another thing I've noticed is that sometimes people's significant other isn't…

The 1330 is your net amount, correct? You should be "earning" more as you workout, which probably does move you to the 1600-1800 calories range. That being said, the calculation is definitely an estimate. If you feel you've stalled on your weight, try upping your calories a little and see what happens. I'd suggest varying…

When I originally lost 50 lbs (doing basically all cardio), I had this problem to. Especially around my waistline. I found strength training and eating healthy are the best solutions. When I started lifting weights regularly, I saw most areas tighten up. I also was able to run harder and longer.

It just depends on the size. I buy these 4 oz. boneless pork chops at Walmart that are 130 calories each.

I usually work out in the evenings. But if i know I'm going to go over my calories (i.e. girls night dinner), I add an extra work out in the morning. That way I can enjoy myself at dinner without feeling guilty about it later.

Grilling it with a little EVOO, sale, and pepper is a good start. Or you can bake it in the oven (425 degrees for about 10-15 minutes). Another idea: try a chicken, okra, and rice casserole - 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup 1 cup water 3/4 cup instant brown rice (if not instant, you might want to cook…

I drink a ton too. It's not a bad thing at all. If anything, it's good for you. It can, though, inflate your weight a few pounds because of water weight. My recommendation is to weigh yourself first thing in the morning when you do your weight ins. This way, you won't have any fluctuations based on how much water you have…

During the week, I don't count the exercise calories as extra. On the weekends, I do. This way, I can enjoy the weekend, even if it means eating out or having a cocktail. Also, I usually end up going over one day of the week and by staying under the other days, my weekly calories stay at or under my goal.

I've always heard you should do your weight lifting first. You'll burn more calories during cardio if you do. But I think you should do whatever works for you. If you feel better doing cardio first and that means you work out harder/longer, than go for it! The most important thing is to figure out what works for you and…

You're best bet is to buy a heart monitor. It will calculate accurately for you. Everything else is an estimate.

Try doing intervals a few times a week. Do a warm up job. Then, walk for 1 minute and sprint for 30-60 seconds. Repeat as many times as you can. By running at a faster pace for short times, you'll build up your ability to run faster for longer. Also, strength training will help a lot. It will help build those leg muscles,…

For me, varying my calories has worked best for me. In a week, I'll do 2-3 days at my low end, then up it 200-300 calories for 1 day, than back down to low end for 2-3 days, then a splurge day (usually about twice my normal calories). The splurge is actually really important. It helps rev up your metabolism so it doesn't…

Not oreos! Haha. Try something that gives you more sustained energy (rather than a sugar burst that leads to a crash). I will have a cup of vanilla low-fat yogurt, with a cup of sliced strawberries, and topped with a small handful of granola. My own homemade fruit parfait. Only about 150 calories. Then, post workout, try…

I go over my calories. It's also typically the only say I drink alcohol. I do keep track of it still though. First, so I can make sure I stay under under my goal for the week. Second, because I find it keeps me from going too overboard. I recommend letting yourself go over, but try to set a higher goal. Example, maybe it's…

- Make sure you aren't depriving yourself of calories during the day. I always have terrible night cravings after a busy work day where I fell below my usual calorie counts. If you eat steady throughout the day, the cravings will be less severe at night. - Brush your teeth after dinner. It'll make you less likely to give…