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Well, due to the fact that MFP doesn't include exercise cals, that appears to makes the gap even larger, lol. Remember that when you figure things out according to your TDEE, exercise cals are included in the calculation, so the cals aren't eaten back unless you are netting below BMR. For moderately active (around 3-5…
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Hey Mike, LOL. yep. I went through a full feeling first, but then the CRAZY hunger phase took over, lol. The body catches on pretty quickly, eh? You may wanna check this post out too, these guys went through what it sounds like you're experiencing.…
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Just take as directed is fine. The last ones I had were actually chewable...
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Looking good to me, girl. Remember that we *do* want to see everyone get smaller/look better, but we'd always prefer that you lose inches over lbs. I'm all about losing FAT, not necesarily WEIGHT. Sometimes the two go hand in had, but not always, so keep that in mind. We just want you to look GOOD when it's all said and…
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Most people just prefer to eat the same amount daily. It just makes it simpler. Because your activity level is figured into your TDEE over the course of a week, the deficit is still built in, so that you can eat the same amount every day ;) ~Kiki
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You should always net above BMR ;) so you're good...
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LOVE your avatar!!! I think you'll enjoy seeing how the eats afftect your lifts :wink: I feel BEAST when I'm fueled properly on lifting day, and I'm sure you will too. Not to mention the gains that you'll see...
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Got my own updates today: Two weeks ago, I got really sick and couldn't hold any food down all weekend. I stepped on the scale that Monday weighing in at 4lbs heavier than I was the week before. I resumed eating my cut value for the rest of that week, but the scale wouldn't budge. I had a feeling that my body still didn't…
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LOL. Congrats on ripping the bandaid, lol. The stuffed feeling should subside ;) grab a good digestive enzyme in the meantime, lol...
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@kazz- WOW, you look amazing, girl!!
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there was a thread about it a couple weeks back....maybe it was Sedosher that I remembered saying it, but I recall a few ladies saying they were doing it.
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yay, for energy! I SO remember that feeling of crossing over from the lethargic side....
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Love this answer. Water weight comes with the weight training territory, it's necessary. The body will fluctuate for sure. As usual, Gemiwing has put it so well, nothing more needs to be said ;) .
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That's awesome! So many of us have done/are doing the same thing! We underestimate our activity level, thinking that less is better. Then it backfires on us! Yay, for you seeing the light & congrats on the weight loss! :happy:
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I always recommend starting higher. You do not want to risk going below BMR. Are you figuring any activities into your day when calculating your numbers?
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Most people seek out more calorie dense foods at first, so that you're kinda eating the same amount of food, just more cals. A fave of many is adding some good fats to the diet. Fats are very calorie dense and good fats are good for your hair, skin, nails, and even tummy fat. So some nut butters, nuts, avocado, flaxseeds,…
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LOL. Yes, it's very annoying, but you'll get used to ignoring it after a while. Especially when you realize that even if the amount that it says is true, you're still likely to be smaller, due to the inches being dropped...
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LOL. I know what you mean! I have to really work harder on my flexibility as my muscles grow, but I do love how it looks when I do a certain pose, like warrior, and glance over in the mirror and catch a glimpse of some muscle tone staring back at me ;) Makes me really feel like a warrior, despite hating yoga =p My pants…
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LOL. We've all been there, girl :laugh: Try to find you a good digestive enzyme and probiotic while you ride out the wave....it'll make for a bit more pleasurable experience while your body adjusts.... :wink:
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yep, it's hard to be accurate w/online calculators. I'd either go and have it tested by a professional somewhere, or if you want to purchase calipers to try out your hand at your own testing, you can. Just be sure to measure multiple times in multiple places, and then take an average of all the numbers..
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I typically eat whatever I want, lol. :blushing: If you want to regulate yourself, then either just eat at maintenance, or plan for your cut #, but give yourself the leeway of going up to maintenance as needed :wink: Kiki
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yes, not exercising is like torture, when it's just such a part of your routine, lol.. that's why I had to figure out something, even if it was just upper body, to keep my sanity :tongue: Hope the doc tells you some good things :happy:
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yes. It's really hard to put a cap on protein when everyone is different, you know. It's another one of those one-size-fit-all philosophies that just don't ring true. The main focus on many of the findings are often on "artificial" sources of proteins, which studies have shown that the body can only handle so much at a…
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your body does secrete more water at higher protein levels, which is why low-carb diets always seem to "work" and "too" much protein can be taxing to your kidneys, as well but.....as you stated, it's one of those can't win type scenarios, kinda like how too much water can kill a person as well. It takes a LOT of protein to…
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Amen! I'll NEVER go back. Not that my body would even let me now, lol. It EXPECTS food. On time, all the time :tongue:
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eating more revvs the metabolism, so it's normal first feel stuffed, and then get hungry as your body acclimates and expects food. ;) it's one of the first signs that your body is reacting positively to the increase
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220 is not "that much" girl. :tongue: Don't stress yourself over carbs. Especially if you restricted them for a while, your body probably needs them. Like Lucia, I'm at 35/35/30, but we are at a different place in our journey right now. We don't recommend that anyone just starting out begin restricting carbs from the jump.…
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It sounds high to *me*, lol, but that's because I'm really short and never get burns like that, haha. It may be just fine for your height/weight, since it is *your* HRM, and all of your personal info is entered... :happy:
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Hey Michelle, Resistance bands are great additions to the weight training arsenal, although they will not replace the weights, per se. I would go ahead and incorporate them into your routine, while also using some other basic exercises. You can use the resistance band, perhaps to make some of your body weight exercises a…
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traditionally, the post workout shake would have as little fat as possible to not interfere w/absorption. Shoot for 15-20g fast digesting protein, and about 20% of your total carb intake for the day to be in the shake. Carbs are most essential following the workout. Typically fruit is good to add to the shake, but you…
