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I couldn't keep up with insanity and had to give up after day 3. Insanity killed my legs and knee tendons. I should have taken it easier and I haven't gotten back into it. I just want to recommend that before starting any program take some before photos as well as body measurements. They will show the true changes made.

I swim (attempt to swim 4-5 days a week) and I have had no issues with pain or injury. A friend of mine was training with me and she ended up with a slight injury in her shoulder. She went to a physiotherapist got some exercises and was back swimming a week later with no problems since.

Learning proper technique makes swimming so much easier. I would recommend taking some lessons just to get the basics, after that you can work on endurance. Most pools have adult beginner programs (with different levels) or you can look into a Masters Swim club. Or look online for some drills to learn proper breathing…

Years ago I remember watching a show on discovery (when it was still an actual science show). They were talking about muscle growth in women. They showed photos of women rock climbers, the interesting thing was that when the women first started rock climbing they did get for a lack of a better word 'bulky'. But after…

There are many threads on this topic. It boils down to the fact that everybody is different. Some birth control may cause weight gain, but generally not. In the case of Depo-Provera there are more cases of it causing weight gain. If you have gained a lot of weight gradually it is most likely not your birth control. However…

You should never eat below your BMR. With MFP method you eat back at least half your exercise calories. With the TDEE calculation you do not eat back your exercise calories. To find the calories you eat with TDEE 1. Calculate TDEE 2. minus 5-20% from TDEE depending on how much you need to lose 20% for more weight 5-20% for…

^^Listen to this guy

There is so much salt in the food at all-inclusive resorts. I am going to say water weight. Enjoy yourself

Just want to say good luck, and I hope everything works out that you can get to a happy place.

Why are you gluten free? Have you been diagnosed with celiac or a gluten intolerance? If you haven't then there is no reason to get rid of gluten from your diet. Also you should NOT stop eating gluten if you are going in for testing because it could give you a false negative if you no longer have gluten in your diet. Have…

I try often, but it ends up being a sometimes option. FYI: Pork is considered a 'white' meat, but it is actually a red meat. I prefer beef and pork over chicken any day of the week.

I have a Contigo travel mug from Costco (Canada) It can keep my coffee warm until around 2 pm from a 6-7am fill up

A healthy taco dip? We usually bring a broccoli salad to potlucks that has huge success. PS. Very jealous of your pool party since I am up in the very snowy and cold north

I always feel sluggish if I haven't had enough sleep or water. Try having more protein and fats on a more regular basis to see if that helps. Or more iron rich foods.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants I don't have anything else to say besides this^^^

Water gains with new exercise. Body adjustment to knew activity. Could also be normal body weight fluctuations. Wait and see a couple more weeks/months. Patience is key. Also take body measurements, they can give a clearer picture then just the scale. Could be a food issue -No idea what since I haven't checked out your…

I am a somewhat picky eater. The trick is to keep trying new foods, and cooking them different ways. Every once and awhile pick up a new fruit or vegetable from the grocery store. That is how I discovered kale, beets, avocado, cabbage, fish (I know not a fruit or vegetable but I am still learning to like fish). I would buy…

My stomach is naturally convex. Even if I lost all my belly fat, my stomach would still stick out a little and it looks like I am 1-3 months pregnant.

Hatha Yoga and Yoga-Pilates. Pilates mainly focuses on core strength and the hip area. Definitely let the instructor know about your injuries. I am also going to add Tai Chi for further joint movement and flexibility.

My friend has a rule with her kids They have 3-5 item list of foods they will not eat. If its not on that list then they have to eat it, or at least take a bite. They can change the list anytime they want, but any changes start the next day. My sister has a "no thank you bite" rule. Even if they don't want it, they still…

My boyfriend uses plain greek yogurt on his nachos. I cant have nachos without sour crème.

I would take no notice. You get tons of vitamins, minerals and fibre from fruits. I think I read somewhere that MFP has a low sugar threshold anyways.

^^THIS, get tested before you change your diet otherwise you could get a false negative. Doctors are more willing and knowledgeable about celiac disease and gluten intolerance now then they were a few years ago. It is not something I would try on a whim, it is way more expensive and time consuming of a diet. For example a…

Can you go to a pool? Plus calorie deficit.

^^Great advice. I would just like to add that you should NOT eat below your BMR. Your BMR is the amount of calories your body needs if you are in a coma, eating below that number while active is detrimental. I am adding this link for more information for you.…

Very important in this process is taking photos and body measurements. They will tell the true tale of fat loss. They will show that while the scale may not have moved much, you may have lost inches. Here are some links of my inspirations…

You have all convinced me to try it. Now the goal is to not be lazy and actually do it almost everyday.

This would be the perfect time to learn. Most pools have beginner adult lessons. Swimming is one of my favourite exercises. If you don't know how to swim, go talk to the pool before you take an aquafit class, some classes take place in the deep end of the pool not the shallow end which would not work for you and make you…

I have never been quite as thin (except when I was 12) as you were and it took a little longer for me to gain for a total weight of 160. I look about what you do now. I don't cry about how I look, in fact I went on vacation last week and proudly wore a bikini. Am I happy with how I look? No, but I know I am making changes…

If you can get it covered, the person you want to see is a "registered dietitian" anybody can call themselves a nutritionist. The registered dietitian is usually covered under health insurance. Dietitians usually follow the US pyramid or Canada food guide which is essentially a balanced diet. One change at a time, keep it…