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Hi I'm not going to comment on how many calories you should eat as there are so many opinions But I can only offer advice that is helping me out (I am now finally seeing some results) Firstly, write down your goals and have them accesible for you to look at whenever you need. Then break down your goals into mini-goals and…

Hi Don't give up. There will be a reason why and there are lots of good people on here that can help. I really struggled at first and was not seeing any weight loss but the numbers are slowly moving now. Open your diary so we can see your food intake I have recently been told that weight loss is 80% nutrition and 20%…

So what happened with the lady - did you tell her to move on?

How is everyone going towards their goals?? I'm not doing very well but still trying. Wish there was a magic trick!!

Fat and ugly ;o(

@Tyronne I will monitor my fiber intake. However i have to say i only eat wholewheat or wholegrain bread, high fibre pasta and even brown rice. I eat fresh not processed ready meals. Fussy husband so cook most days from scratch unless we're eating our Will monitor though Thanks

@ melanie I didn't realise that I had chosen items like that - good spot I did an elimination diet for my skin prior to starting mfp and I was eating a lot of eggs for protein. It helped with sugar cravings too. I kind of got sick of them but will put them back in regularly. @ fatdoob Thanks for replying - I will make more…

@ solong.. (sorry long name) Thanks for looking at my diary Protein is definitely my weakness. I really struggle. I will definitely be increasing that however I can. Cornflakes has been my cheat breakfast for a while. I do try to have porridge for breakfast with honey and cinnamon (yum) but a) run out of time and b) its…

@ iceqieen Thanks for your advice I was closely following the 1200 level for the first 2-3 months and nothing changed. Then lost 0.5kg when I started stronglifts and then nothing since I am logging everything that I eat as accurately as possible its just the water intake that I sometimes forget. I log even when having a…

@ Melanie My weight goal is 50kg which I think for my structure would be ok Appearance wise, my goal is quite usual. A toned body with flat tummy. I don't necessarily want big muscles but it would be nice to change from my "pipe cleaners" as my husband calls my arms. Thats from no upper body strength! Fitness wise, I don't…

Yes I do have a healthy BMI but I think (not tested) my body fat is on the high side - too many wobbly bits. Hate my stomach and thighs. I would be happy if I don't lose kg's but my clothes fit better but not seeing that yet. I guess I will measure just incase I have even a cm win! I don't think I am trim - I would never…

Thanks for replying cakeys I drink mainly water which I don't always log Granted I could drink more but I don't think I am dehydrated, which you can normally tell by the colour of your urine. I will try to drink more to see if that makes a difference I am not measuring myself but my clothes fit exactly the same....a bit…

You guys are awesome with the amount of weight you lift! Something to aim for as I am new to this (2 weeks) and still on fairly light weights in comparison. Macy - I am using the LiftBig app which works on my andriod phone so should work on an iphone too. I hope I can start contributing to the lift stats soon

Try having sugar-free chewing gum - that sometimes helps for me Or I keep mini sweet treats in my work draw like sesame snaps or mini chocolates but still have to resist not going for more. I think someone else mentioned this, but this is what I was told by a dietician as I too have sugar cravings and I notice them if I…

Here is a link to the Stronglifts for women page http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/4618-stronglifts-5x5-for-women I'm new to this myself but there are many women seeing great results on this. Take it at your pace. I am only one week in so can't really comment on my results but it's well worth a read on some of the…

So glad I'm not the only one then!! Still a bit sore today ;o( but I've been stretching loads Back on workout A tonight thankfully The broom idea sounds good - I will give it a go. Thanks x

I've just started this week and I'm not very strong so I've started light. The first round I used an empty bar which in my gym is 10kg (22lbs) and then just added some weight on the second time around, although I am still only at 10kg for bench press. I know you are supposed to add weights each time, but I am going to take…

I have been on MFP (second time) for 4 weeks now and not lost a thing. I feel very deflated but still motivated that I can do it. The things that keep me going are: - the success stories on the forum. If they can do it so can I. And the weight losses on here have been amazing! - every day when I look in the mirror and hope…

Please add me too. I am going to start SL next week. Seems straight forward but I'm not very strong so i will start light and see how I can progress Good luck

Bump - going to start this next week Great summary! Downloaded the Liftbig app for android to track progress Cardio isn't really doing much for me so thanks to advice from MFP'ers I am going to give this a go. I have no muscles (well feels like it, esp on arms) so I hope I can manage this

Wow! Just Wow! You ladies are amazing!

Wow - what amazing success pictures. You guys are truely so inspiring! Big congrats to everyone that have reached thier goals or are on the road for success.

Interesting read - thanks for sharing

I'm in Not lost a thing so far but aim to lose 20lb by Christmas

Yes it was a PT at the gym - i'm sure if I stuck with it I would have seen some results but its sooooo boring. I am going to start next week after I finish my 10km run this weekend. Thanks to everyone for all the positive recommendations

YAY - BIG CONGRATS!! YOU DID IT!! You make it sound so easy with your little bit extra! lol Really pleased for you - keep up the good work. You'll be doing 5km's and more in no time

I was the same (well still have quite a sweet tooth) but the thing that worked for me was to increase the amount of protein in my diet. I actually started putting proteins like eggs, chicken, fish, lentils in to every meal and it curbed my cravings. I hope this works for you too

Hi I can relate. I want to lose 20lbs but I haven't said that I'm dieting because I am not really 'overweight'. I just have some wobbly bits that I want to get rid of. I still want to look healthy and have no desire to get super skinny. I have a naturally curvy shape so skinny wouldn't suit me. I am trying to cut down on…

You'll do it - just think positive!! I am a running beginner too, although I've not done the C25K program. My advice is also to go at a comfortable pace where you are not struggling to breathe, even if that means you are slow as!! I dropped back my speed and I was able to run continuously and more comfortably too. You can…

You guys are awesome - thank you for all the informative replies. I have a 10km run coming up in a week but after that I will definitely add weight lifting into my weekly routine