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If you are starting C25k without any running experience, then I would focus on a slow and steady speed. If you want to extend the workout past 30 minutes, feel free. That's what I did on week 2. C25k is just a platform to get you started on running a 5k. If you want to push yourself faster than the program, great.

C25k doesn't require a day off between runs like strength training does. You can do it every day if you want. It's just suggested to do it at least 3 days a week to keep in a routine.

Increase your lunch calories and protein. I aim for about 500 calories for lunch with around 20-30g protein.

You will have to adjust your starting weight in your Goals section for it to reflect the change

I made this over the weekend and it was great. And no heavy sauces http://www.theslowroasteditalian.com/2014/03/one-pot-cheesy-pasta-and-sausage-recipe.html

It's possible. I lost quickly when I started. Just keep up the good work :)

Do you have a digital food scale? I didn't have one until recently and I was surprised how much a difference it makes.

I think everyone should run MFP goals for maintenance and what their weight loss goal that they want to achieve. This would give you your calorie range and still lose weight. It's not the end of the world to go into this range, you just won't lose as fast.

I usually log before eating. I try to plan out my day in the mornings but not always possible if we haven't decided on dinner for that night.

I bought this one and have liked it so far. http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Weigh-Digital-Back-Lit-Display/dp/B00IZ1YHZK/ref=zg_bs_678508011_3 It has accuracy of 0.1g and can weigh up to 4.4lbs.

What? You mean a box of Mac N Cheese isn't a serving :'(

Yes it's crazy how much added salt there is to products, especially the processed foods. Guess it's the only way to make them palatable and have a shelf life of several weeks. I cook most of my meals and I still have to watch my sodium levels.

Have you ran your BMR and TDEE calculations since you have lost weight?

I like to take daily measurements but to each their own. You just have to determine how often you want to concern yourself with seeing the number on the scale. I like many data points so I'm not waiting a week between weigh-ins. For me, one set point a week isn't often enough for my OCD :D

I would say that either your metabolism has adapted or your accuracy in measuring is the issue. I took a peak at your food diary and are you logging every single item that you eat?

5'11" 201lbs and eating at 1850ish. I exercise 4-5 times a week (3 of those are C25k 30min runs and 2 days of 45min strength training). Some days I am still a little hungry by bed time but I try to curb those cravings as much as I can. Feel free to take a look at my diary if you would like.

Metabolism boost? Nope It is reported to help suppress hunger though. I drink it in the afternoons occasionally and it will help curb small snack cravings for a bit.

Thanks for the advice. I've lost about 6 pounds in the past month so what I'm doing is working, I was just trying to be accurate in my calculations. :) No pedometer, at least not one that I would accurately rely on.

How accurately are you weighing your food? Are you using a scale or measuring cups? I was surprised how inaccurate I was a year ago when using mostly measuring spoons and eye-balling methods.

Mine's open but not sure if it will help you

Me too... :(

I started C25k last week and I alternate days between strength and C25k. M, W and Fri I do the C25k and Tu & Th (sometimes Sa too) I will weight train. I exercise on the weekends depending upon how active I am compared to a normal weekday. If you plan on doing this on a treadmill, they have a schedule of the HIIT routines…

None of this is true. The only exception that I have heard of is the hot sauce but I'm wondering how accurate that actually is

I have pretty close to the same stats that you have, though I have about 15 years on ya :D MFP gave me the same calorie goals and my diary is open if you want to see what I typically eat. I dropped my calories under 1500 when I started at the first of Jan and I felt fatigued within a few days of exercising.

I'll vote for digital too. I had an analog scale and was never sure how accurate it was. The digital scales can be purchased for less than $20 on Amazon. Definitely worth every penny.

That would probably help a bit. I'm 5'-11" and 201 and my final weight goal is the same as yours. I'm eating around 1850 and constantly losing. I'm running on a treadmill 30mins, 3x's a week and 2 days of strength training. I have lost 6 pounds in the past month. Feel free to look through my diary if you want...though…

I'm around 1850 right now. Some days I push it closer to 2000

I try to fit all food that I plan to eat for the day in my daily limits. I set my goal at 1.5lb/wk so I have a buffer for if I want something over my goal. I know that I have 200-300 calories to work with before I encroach on the 1lb/wk which is my actual goal.

Go to Google and type in XXX cups to grams. Conversions for most foods are available online.

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