sfbaumgarten Member

Do what works for you. If you "cheat" a certain way and you're still losing weight, rock on. If you "cheat" and you start gaining, maybe that's not a good idea. There are (lots of) days that I go over my calories, but I don't designate a cheat day or meal... My advice is to log everything, even when you cheat. That's the…

Progress is progress, you're doing great.

Go by the scale. If you weigh out 130g, that's 130g. Doesn't matter how many servings the can claims to have because it will almost never be completely accurate. Weigh your solids, measure your liquids.

One week isn't a plateau. Be patient, you're doing great!

Unless you have a medical reason to, I wouldn't worry too much about sodium intake. *Edited for spelling

Fitnessblender.com is a good site for workout videos too.

Bag depends on whether I'm already dressed (tote) or changing out (duffel). At min, I pack tunes, headphones, water bottle, hand towel, weight lifting gloves, & HRM.

Sore is good, pain is bad.

I wish I would've taken before pictures... sigh

Nope, too many calories make you fat.

I'd eat like normal the rest of the day and start fresh tomorrow.

+1

You really just have to force yourself to get out of bed. It'll become routine after a while. You could try going to bed earlier, moving your alarm across the room, sleeping in your workout clothes, etc. I'm not the best morning person so I set 2 alarms. After the first alarm, I turn on the light and fumble with my phone…

Unless you have a medical reason to monitor your sugar intake, I'd disregard MFPs goal. The same could probably be said for sodium.

You could also be retaining water if you just recently implemented a more strenuous workout routine.

In short, yes, the "average person" in question does exercise. If it makes you feel any better, MFP suggests something like 1650 for me to maintain also. Turns out MFP is wrong. I've made a lot of adjustments and found that I maintain on around 1800 calories. Add a little exercise and I'm at 2000+. Everyone is different.…

Might be good for your sanity, but I don't think it'll matter much in terms of physical recovery.

This and maybe your MFP calorie suggestion is wrong. Hard to say without knowing more.

Dayum, girl! Nice work!

Anyone who logs daily and has an open diary, add me!

It's not harder, it's just different. No idea how many calories I lost on (Weight Watchers), but I maintain on around 1800 net. Everyone is different and you have to find what works for you.

Are you hydrating?

I wouldn't suggest adding weight while walking/running unless you're specifically training to be carrying weight while you're walking/running. Potential for injury is just too high for my tastes.

You could eat at maintenance during that time.

I've always had thicker calves... I was a little surprised that at 130 lbs (5'5") that I still have to try on regular and extended calf boots when I shop. Extended mostly seem too big now, but regular can be VERY snug. Skinny jeans are also very snug on my calves. My opinion- It just is what it is. Shopping is really the…

My Fitbit displays the time.

My usual fast foods are fresco tacos at Taco Bell, grilled chicken sandwiches from just about anywhere, most places have fruit options for sides, turkey sandwich at Subway...

Never heard that. My advice is to go by how you feel rather than looking at a chart.

Antidepressants don't make you gain weight, but they may make it more difficult to lose or maintain your weight due to things like increased appetite. Log your food and communicate with your doctor. Don't self medicate and don't give up. You can lose the weight, it just might take a little effort :)

My "worst thing" was my health. I was sick and miserable :( Mostly digestive issues, but my weight also impacted my joints and aggravated previous injuries.