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I think it just depends on what you want to do and what they have. Both have strength and cardio equipment, but one might have more of one than the other. YMCA probably has a pool. Not all gyms have pools. Some gyms ( like Planet Fitness ) are cheap, while others are expensive. YMCA might be a cheaper alternative,…

It seems like you are very active. If you're still feeling fatigued after this long, then its either because 1. you aren't eating enough to fuel your workouts or 2. you are over-exerting yourself, or a mixture of both. Personally, I think it is more of 1, because I think you have a good activity level. I would take a look…

I am 5'3.5". The one thing that could make my life easier is being a few inches taller. Jeans would look a lot better on me! I'm currently 111.5, down from 136-138 in December. I maintained for quite a while, but then I started to gain weight in 2013 from eating out too much and not exercising enough. Just got off the…

Bodies like to do that :/ I lost weight in my upper body first and I'm just now losing in my hips. I felt for the longest time my hips and thighs looked similar, but a couple weeks ago I noticed they randomly looked smaller. My measurements have been slowing down as they should because I'm almost done with this shindig. I…

I actually think maintaining is hard. I will be transitioning soon, and I'm scared to up my calories. One thing though is I'm worried about activity level. The more I move, the more I can eat, but its hard to move as often as I'd like due to a busy schedule.

Yes, your goal is realistic. It will take some time to get down to 130-140 lbs, but you can do it! Now is it unrealistic to get there in a few months? Yes. But in a year to a year and a half? Nope, that is very realistic. And you'd be within a healthy range! It just takes time!

I think eating a salad everyday would be boring. I like them, but they aren't my end all and be all. You can't go wrong with adding grilled chicken to your salad. Adding a little bit of cheese could work well, too, but make sure its weighed and/or measured so you know. Cheese can be high in calories if not measured…

Yoga pants, cami. :)

Strange how the LGBT and feminist thread was deleted. I'm not surprised though; the internet is full of crazies. Plus LGBT and feminism are hot button issues and there is a certain group of individuals who like to fight them. So yeah not surprising at all. Anyway, I know that on Yahoo Answers used to have problems with non…

It varies. I burn anywhere between 300-1000 per session, depending on what I do, how long I do it, and fatigue levels. The 900-1000 sessions do not happen often, but I try to make them happen a few times a month. And it usually takes me 2-2.5 hours to achieve so I have to spend a great portion of my time there. On an…

It gets boring when you do the same thing over and over. I think it might get better once you recover from your injury and can do other things. Also it will be summer time so you can exercise outside to keep it varied. I think you will be okay; just push through even though it gets boring. It will get better! One thing I…

We are the same height. I believe 103 lbs or under is considered "underweight" for us, but don't quote me on that. I've also seen 105 lbs as underweight by some sources as well. I think anything below 100 lbs for our height is a little too low, unless you are naturally that way, but it mainly depends on your frame as well.…

I am just a half inch under 5'4 but when I started in January, I was 136 lbs, so very very similar stats as yours. I just got down to 113 and have 3 more lbs to lose and then I will transition into maintenance. It didn't take me long to get down to 125 lbs. It only took me about 5 weeks, maybe 4.5. I was eating 1300 on…

That happened to me last summer, but I wasn't trying to lose weight. I think it was just because I wasn't feeling well and was probably dehydrated. Are you drinking enough fluids? I think it won't kill you to eat a day under 1200 calories ( or whatever your BMR is ), but if you are consistently logging way less than you…

I don't think people hate us, or those who you call "borderline skinny." I do think that was a weird way to describe someone with a BMI of 19-20 and it might rub others the wrong way. Some people associate "skinny" with unhealthy, or with young hysterical women who want attention. You may see some of them on here, who make…

My biggest pet peeve, like you said, is eating at 1200 calories. Some women eat even less and hang around 900-1100 per day! Very few people actually need to eat 1200 per day to lose 1 lb per week, unless its a little old lady who doesn't move much, or a very short, skinny woman. And even the short, skinny woman probably…

I agree. If someone is worried about osteoporosis, then the last thing they want to do is consume less dairy products or dairy equivalents ( for vegans, or for people with allergies or sensitivities )

Up to you! Almond milk has less calories ( than even soy Silk milk ). It also has vitamins and minerals in it as well. I use almond milk to bake and it works really well. I like that it is low in calories, although its only slightly less than skim milk. I like almond better than skim; tastes better. However, almond milk is…

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That's sad! If you do not have anything nice to say, then don't say it at all. Even if you don't like someone. But some people don't know when to shut their mouths. During high school, my grandfather always liked to comment on how I needed to lose some weight. I finally did and became anorexic. Went from 145 lbs to 86 in…

Here are some things i eat, but this varies from person to person. I prefer my calories to be at 350 or under for breakfast, whether I'm losing weight or not. Small muffin ( like 2 oz ) Luna Bar Clif Kids Yogurt Berries BelVita varietites Turkey Bacon Turkey Sausage Chicken Sausage Cereal Protein Bar varieties Various…

Yes, it always starts out fast and slows down, and we all hit plateaus until we start losing again. I started out around 136 ( maybe up to 137-138 around Christmas ) and am now 115 lbs. I have 5 more lbs to lose and I recently just changed my goals to 1/2 lb per week and am slowly increasing my calories. It will be a fight…

No. The reason you are not hungry anymore is because your metabolism slows with low amounts of calories consumed. People with anorexia often lack an appetite because they have eaten a low amount of calories for so long their bodies get used to it. I would eat at your BMR, which you said is 1500. Maybe you can add an hour…

I have to get all four of my wisdom teeth out soon. I am dreading it, especially the not eating part. I think just eat what you can for right now. Once you start getting your appetite back, you can bring in normal foods. I know the first couple of days are rough and people drink smoothies, puddings, yogurt, liquids, etc…

Special K brownie bites ( 100 kcal ) Mini M&Ms- fun sized ( 80 calories per one pack ) - Even more fun if you buy the easter colored ones. Vitalicious Deep Chocolate Muffin ( 100 kcal )- Very expensive, though, better off making your own low cal muffins Luna Bar Caramel Chocolate Brownie ( 180 kcal ) Clif Kids Brownie (…

You do not have to get the expensive scales, if you don't need to. At my local drug store I saw a ton of scales for 20 dollars and under, including The Biggest Loser scale. I'm not sure what the prices are elsewhere, but probably similar and 25 dollars and under. I know Taylor products are often around 20-25 dollars as…

You run for you and that is all that matters! I am not built for speed either. I did track in 7th grade and they wouldn't let me sprint. I had to do the endurance part, but that was okay. I will begin running again very soon and will probably be more like 10-12 minutes per mile myself. But that is better than what I would…

I don't think it should matter whether you're on your period or not. I find that right before my period and in the beginning of my cycle during my period I am more likely to be in pain. I still exercise and it still helps, but I can't do the intensity that I normally do. I would still exercise during your period--- having…

I think if you press her she might get annoyed, but I do not know your daughter's temperament. Maybe you can just tell her that you lost a lot of weight on MFP and maybe she would want to join and see if she likes it, but don't press it. She needs to do it on her own.

Yes!They have changed. A lot of places use "vanity sizing" which is basically make a size 6 into a size 2. Or a size 14 into a 10 or 12. But also sizes vary from store to store, so one woman might wear a 10 in most places, but may need to go up to a 12 or down to a 6 or 8 at other places. For me, I can vary from a 0 to a 4…