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I used to be hungry all the time, I still am sometimes. I think uncomfortable was a more appropriate word though. I have learned to eat proper portion and be satisfied with it. Like others said, becoming overweight happened because I thought I could eat AS MUCH food as I wanted, when actually I can eat AS MUCH variety as I…

I agree, bodybuilding.com has great programs. You don't need all the supplements they use, though some are good recommendations. I have learned a lot from this website.

I track protein, carbs, fiber, sugar and fat. I also look closely at my sodium, I try to meet my daily goal but no more. I have noticed that eating more sugar doesn't hinder my weight loss. It's also really enjoyable lol. I have been focusing more on my fiber intake lately because I want to reap the benefits of being less…

Most low carb diets include different phases where you re-introduce the carbs by small increments, so therefore they do teach eating in moderation. I also know of people that were able to maintain this lifestyle as well. In my experiemce, this has helped me with my cravings and it also made me realize all the carbs I was…

We are all in this together, we are far from alone!! :) Thank you kindly <3

Omg you're looking amazing! The difference is amazing for only 7lbs! You're gonna be fabulous at your goal weight ;) Thanks for sharing oxox

Thank you! There's definitely no going back now! :)

At 183lbs and 48%bf At 160lbs and 37%bf I lost 23lbs in about 2.5 months, my goal weight is my pre-pregnancy weight of 130lbs. I used to run and lift weights, I was in the best shape of my life when I got pregnant. My daughter is 9 months and I would like to be as close to my goal weight as possible by her birthday, on May…

I have started eating Fiber 1 bran cereals and it has 18g of fiber for 1/2C and so far it helps with my digestion. I tried the digestive tea but friends on here told me that if taken everyday your body might start relying on them, and I don't want that. I usually get 5-10g a day at most, so this helps me to reach my daily…

If you don't have the patience to research all the info you need, or if you have the money to spend! Personally, I would have loved to work with someone as I see it more like coaching. It's good to have an external opinion sometimes. Otherwise, I have checked out many programs and tried to find the common stuff, the bases…

I used to go to the gym and loved it, and I miss it a lot! One day if possible I would like to go back, but with my baby girl and lack of transportation it's just not possible for me right now. So home it is! I am not lucky enough to have serious equipment though! I have started with my body weight and a bottle of…

I understand what you are trying to do! People just like to judge. I say, whatever works! If it motivates you, get you going, and more aware of the foods you eat... then great! I started my weight loss by doing Atkins induction phase (14 days) when you only eat 20g of net carbs a day. I lost 10lbs in the first week (I am…

Omg that is SO inspiring. Congrats on your loss, you look amazing! And so happy :) Thanks for stopping by oxox

Awww thank you so much :) I like to do variations of basic exercises. For exemple: - Squats, sumo squats - Lunges: front, back, side, curtsy Here is my workout: 25 squats or sumo squats 15 overhead press 15 bicep curls, on each side 15 lunges, on each side (either front, back or curtsy) 12 dumbbell flies 50 crunches…

Thanks lovely ♥ So are you ;D Thank you! I feel pretty good about where I am, but still not satisfied hehe. Let's keep pushing!!! :) Thank you for your support ♥

When I started out my journey, I cutted almost all carbs and sugar. I did the whole LCHF and started with Atkin's induction phase, when you only eat 20g of net carbs per day for 2 weeks. It was a way for me to kick start my weight loss and stop cravings. And it worked damn well with the cravings! I lost 10lbs in the first…

You don't need to be drinking electrolytes, unless you are exercising like it's your job or running a marathon. Plain water is best, Gatorade and all those sport drinks are loaded with sugar. Useful when you need glucose quick to replenish glycogen, but most of us don't workout that hard.

I wouldn't expect anybody who isn't into this to understand, as I used to think just like that. You have to be able to dissociate sex from love in this case. As our relationship is far from based on sex, it doesn't count as a huge part, nor would it affect me to include someone in our bed. We don't view it as a way to…

I agree with you! Every time we get hit on, we share it at night when we come home and we laugh about it together :)

If my husband were not to let women that hit on him know that he is taken, I would take it really seriously. If he were to develop an interest in another woman, I would not stand for it. If he stayed because he felt ''he had to'' I would never settle for this. We love and respect each other. The day that isn't the case…

I weigh everyday but only log when I lose, unless the weight sticks around. Everytime I lose I gain a couple pounds after, and then I lose it and some more. I don't stress over it anymore. Also... As a woman, every time I have my periods, I can't lose. I gain a few pounds too, that will vanish once it's over. But still...…

Aww thank you! ♥ Thanks beautiful! ;D So are you! ;D Can't wait to see your during/after!!! You're already such a stunner, you will look fabulous! ♥ You can achieve anything you want to if you're willing to work for it! Get it girl :) ox

Thank you! You should definitely take some pictures! You know what they say... If you don't, later you will regret it! It's nice to see how far you've come. I don't see myself having anymore children, but if I were I would want to get as fit as I can before the next one for sure! What we women go through... I regret I…

Thank you! It's expensive getting it done at the salon, but I don't regret it one bit! I've always wanted to be a blonde, and my husband loves it too! Thank you! I will definitely keep working hard until get there! It's great to take the time to take care of ourselves! That way, we can be that much better for our husband…

Weight lost: 23lbs, 30lbs to go! Method: Calorie deficit, I eat about 1200-1300cals per day I have been eating 1200cals from the start, and at first I also was doing LCHF and enjoyed the experience. I have slowly re-incorporated carbs in the following weeks and now I eat about 80-150g of carbs per day. The first thing I…

I don't think that there is anything wrong with taking a little break, whether it's a weekend or a few weeks. I think what matters is how you see it as you get through it. You have to be able to get back into it after and pick up where you left off so you don't end up away for 6 months, or worse, quit altogether.

That's a great idea! When I wanted to re-integrate healthy treats after losing 12lbs, I binged on all of it until I decided to throw it all out before I finished the whole stack... But this sounds like it could work for me too! Thanks ♥

Exactly what I thought! I felt the same way! This is why I changed my calorie goal to my TDEE (which is 1800cals at this time, readjust agt every 5lbs lost). That way, whether I eat 1190cals or 1210cals, it's still a big juicy green number (and represents my calorie deficit for the day)!!!

An unpleasant but needed wake up call... Couldn't have said it any better! I totally agree.

Well said! Congrats on your loss and your new healthy habits. :) In the end, we have to do it for ourselves!