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Woah - hold off on the judge-i-ness - I don't invalidate ANYTHING. I've logged gains before - my point here is that there is very conflicting information that cannot be accurate - should I congratulate the dumbbells on losing a half a pound? Because that's IMPOSSIBLE. I've edited my initial response to your post down to…

I follow The Primal Blueprint, which is very similar to Paleo, with the main exception being that Primal allows for occasional dairy (preferably full-fat from raw milk sources). So it lets me have a daily whey protein powder shake, and I'll add an ounce of high quality raw milk cheese to certain recipes, and have some full…

I also have experienced my BMF recording a *higher* burn than my HRM - just yesterday I went for a run, and my HRM gave me a burn of 391, while my BMF recorded a 498-calorie burn. Go figure... Truthfully, there have been times when I thought my HRM burn was unrealistically high, and others when I thought my BMF was on the…

Are you talking Paleo or Primal? Because dairy in moderation is allowed on Primal (full fat, preferably raw milk)... I gave up dairy completely in the beginning, and then added it back slowly. Once I saw that it wasn't messing with either my feeling good or my weight loss, I decided it was cool to have it. Of course, I've…

I've got to give a shout out to customer service - despite the fact that it's not even the next business day, I've already received a return email and the troubleshooting advice they gave me worked! My device is up and running again!! Yay!!! :) Amy

Check out a group on here called Eat More to Weigh Less. It will take patience, but you'll feel so much better once you repair your metabolism and start eating enough, and the plateau will end. (You'' probably gain before you lose, but if you can hang in there through it, you'll get yourself back on track for good.) Good…

Thank you SO much for the positive story - I'm so upset about it - probably unreasonably so, let's be honest - but I just want it back!!! :)

Not that the scale is the end-all-be-all (since we all know it's subjective at best and an out-and-out liar at worst) - but I thought I should update this thread to report that as of this morning, I am now .2 pounds below my EM2WL start weight!! :) So let me add my voice to the others here who have been saying so - this is…

Well, I used to have a LOT to lose, and I used to have PCOS... but not anymore. :) The Primal Blueprint was the answer for me. No drugs necessary, just controlling the blood sugar and insulin response. You could now set a train schedule by the regularity of my cycle, and I've got less than 15 pounds to go until I reach my…

Ha! Love it! :)

Ignore the rude comments, cheesy_blasters. :)

It's a personal choice - for me, going Primal (very similar to Paleo) was the best decision I've ever made, and there are no cons. I've lost an entire adult person's worth of weight, and I'm no longer a food addict now that I don't eat grains and sugar. I eat delicious, real, whole foods, and I don't feel at all deprived -…

Yes, your target macros make sense. I also watch my sugar intake very carefully, as well as sodium. Do you use google chrome as a browser? If so, there is a plug-in that you can use that will total the macro percentages by meal and also the total for the day. It's awesome. Go here to install it (only for Google Chrome…

My macro targets are 15% carbs, 30% protein, and 55% fat. I'm usually under on carbs, and over on the others. I also try to hit at least 1g of protein per pound of lean body mass, or ideally 1 g of protein per total pounds of weight. It's a lot of protein, but it keeps me building muscle while the inches go down. Scale…

No apology necessary! Paleo and Primal are very similar. The main difference is that Primal allows for occasional dairy (preferably full-fat and made from raw milk) - if you tolerate it with no problems. Paleo used to frown a bit on higher saturated fat intake, but that position has apparently mellowed in recent years,…

Thanks, ladies! I wanted to share the positive results, because I know that reading about the progress of others helps me stay committed to the EM2WL way! :) Amy

I have b/g twins who will be 12 in September. :)

I have one also, and really love it. No, you can't wear it in the pool, and you can't wear it for hot yoga, but you can edit off-body time and enter those activities and it estimates caloric burn pretty well - I tested this by wearing my HRM to hot yoga. I think the subscription is completely worth it. $7 a month... If I…

Thanks so much for all the feedback - I did get the Bodymedia Fit (link version) and I love it. Very helpful to figure out actual TDEE on a daily basis. :) Amy

You should NEVER net below your BMR, no matter what MFP calculates for you. Yes, you'll drop pounds initially, but you'll ruin your metabolism, and almost guarantee to put it back on - at which point it will be way harder to take off because your metabolism will be screwed up. The Scoobys calculator linked above is very…

I believe that OP's question is has anyone lost weight by walking... and yes. Absolutely yes. I walked for months before I was able to run, and I lost quite a lot of weight doing so. As others here have mentioned, it's about duration. Go for LONG walks. I've spent many a weekend day with a good friend, both of us with our…

I *love* CrossFit. I love the group atmosphere of encouragement, and I love how they help me scale and modify all the workouts to my level, so that I'm getting the best workout for *me*. The coaches at my box are so knowledgeable, and they really take an interest in my own personal goals and progress. It's like personal…

Another devoted Primal Blueprint follower and success story here - I've been very happily Primal for almost 11 months, and have lost over 100 pounds in that time. I eat delicious, whole foods, I have plenty of energy for lots of exercise, and I credit this lifestyle with curing my food addiction and saving me from diabetes…

I don't know why people get all crazy negative about CrossFit... I think it's a great program. Quick, intense workouts, lifting heavy while getting the heart rate up, and a really wonderful group atmosphere of encouragement. Many at my box are uber-fit - I am *not* - but they help me modify and scale every workout to my…

I'm a very dedicated Primal follower, and my diary is open. :)

Okay, gang - thanks for the opinions. I'm not going to do it. It was more of a long-term curiosity, but truly I'm not that "backed up" - senna tea works well for me too. I'll up my fiber a bit, maybe get some digestive enzymes from the health food store, and never mention this again. :) Again, thanks for all the opinions.…

I can't speak to the hand grip thing, but I *can* say that you are one badass motherf*cker for getting those unassisted pullups and for Rx-ing through the pain!! *bowing down to your greatness* Way to go, girl!!!! :) Amy

Yay! Love for everyone! Truthfully, it is a sensitive subject - for everyone, I think. We are working on a way of life here, and unlearning bad habits that were long held. As long as we keep the debate respectful, I think it's a valuable chance to learn and see things from different perspectives. Kiki, you and Lucia are so…

No apologies necessary, Kiki - I tried to write my post in a non-aggressive and respectful voice, but I guess sometimes that gets lost in the written word. I understand exactly what you're saying - and I do know that there are people who treat low-carb as a fad, or do it in an unhealthy manner. I think we're on the same…

Thank you, Lucia. :)