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I have 7 ear piercings (4 lobe, 1 conch, 2 helix), which I got while I was in various stages of overweight/obese. I'm now in a normal weight range. I did not notice any changes in my piercings. I think my ears may be the only place on my body that didn't change at least slightly with weight loss.

For a "new" runner, 5 days a week is a lot. I'd suggest every other day at most to start. Also, as @jjpptt2 mentioned above, you're going to have bad days.

Are you doing this (running) every day?

Yes, I drank regular coke while I was losing weight. However, I didn't drink it often (maybe one can a week), but I was never one to drink it daily. I can't stand diet, I'd rather drink water. Even now in maintenance, when I want pop I still drink regular, but as someone else mentioned, I'm usually satisfied with less.

I also get them. However, I'm lucky in that it only happens when I'm napping and not at night. It used to be rare for me, but now it happens almost every time I nap. I'll usually get stuck in a semi-dream state where I'm trying to move/wake up. I'll "wake up" in this state, but not be able to move and usually there's…

You mean exercise habits? Well, I don't do the same thing every day for starters. Experiment to find exercises you actually enjoy, then alternate those. Maybe take a class once, rather than sign up for a long term class, and try several different classes. You might find something you want to do long term.

I actually feel like I jiggle more after losing the weight. I used to have fat everywhere so it all like, moved together. Now I have lean areas that surround areas with a bit of fat. I think I can feel that fat that's left move around more because it's isolated and doesn't have any other fat to be supported by. I also wear…

I'm 5'1" and ~125 lbs. My TDEE varies between 1700-2000 depending on the time of year (I tend to be more active in the fall and winter). Right now since it's summer, I'm right around 1800. I currently have a part time desk job, but I fidget so I'm constantly moving around. I'm generally lightly to moderately active outside…

I'm generally an afternoon/early evening exerciser. I'll either shower in the morning and then again briefly in the evening after a run, or I'll just shower exclusively in the evening (then usually I put my hair up in a ponytail or braid the next day). I try not to shower more than once a day if I can help it.

I'll add a bit of baking soda to water as it helps with heartburn, but like half a tsp. Two tablespoons of baking soda is excessive; that's >7000 mg of sodium.

I agree with taking progress pictures. Also, take measurements.

I don't see why not. You have, what, 5-6 weeks? Just add one mile to your long run each week, which would get you there in 4 weeks. Since you have a little longer than that, you can repeat weeks (long run distance) and/or take a week for recovery (run a shorter "long" run one week).

I usually bring food if the road trip is more than 4 hours. I'll bring nuts, granola or nut bars, fruit, pb&j, carrots, water, and/or coffee. We will stop for sandwiches if the trip overlaps a meal. I've found that most gas stations sell basic turkey or ham sandwiches. My husband and I discovered on one road trip that…

It doesn't hurt to try. Definitely pay attention to trigger foods. They might not be what you expect, so write it down if it helps you remember. But if it comes down to it, meds might be the way to go. Personally, I only have a few certain foods and drinks that are obviously triggers. One that surprised me was an herbal…

Afternoon or early evening. The only time I exercise in the morning is if there's a race or we're doing a day hike.

Hula hoop?

I typically run in the afternoon or evening for this reason. Whenever I run earlier I tend to be fatigued for the rest of the day. Other people describe being energized afterwards while I'm like, I need a nap.

^I also use greek yogurt as my protein. Other things you can add include for more fiber, fat, and/or flavor: Low calorie - cocoa powder, cinnamon, chilled coffee, water (in place of some or all of the milk) Moderate calorie - chia seeds, ground flax seed, orange juice, oats, nuts, peanut butter (a little goes a long way in…

I lost about 2 cup sizes and am now a 34C/32D. However, they stayed mostly the same volume until the very end of my weight loss. (Seriously, I think my last 2 lbs came straight off my chest.) I love them smaller. Bras are so much more comfortable, and I'm much less self-conscious w/o a bra!

I've found that people in general tend to be flaky. I mean this in all aspects, not just this particular instance. At some point, you have to stop expending so much energy trying to get people to socialize with you. I've had this problem with long time friends/family and it was causing me way too much stress. My method is…

I also have problems with texture of food. There are ways to work around it. I also love the smell of oranges/onions but don't actually like eating them. I do like orange juice (pulp free) and will use onion powder in my cooking. Juice might be a good start. Experimenting with smoothies is a good idea. It really surprised…

OP - What are your measurements? (I ask because in your profile pic you don't appear to be wide at your waist.) Figure types aren't based on fat, they're based on measurement differences. An hourglass figure is usually defined as having similar bust and hip measurements and a waist measurement which is at least 10" smaller…

Forgive yourself.

My gym has several levels, the sub-level/basement has large rooms for classes, the main level has a cardio machine area, half a dozen basketball courts, and a soccer field, and the upper level has a large weight area and a track. The track overlooks the basketball courts and soccer field. So I was walking the track to warm…

I've never gotten bloated from rotisserie chicken, and I eat it regularly. However, I don't eat the skin. I'm thinking much of the seasoning is on the skin, so it'll probably be high in sodium.

Normal ≠ Healthy... I think something like 1/3 of people in the US are sleep deprived. Also, 6 or 7 hours assuming she falls asleep right when she goes to bed. Even so, that's still not necessarily enough. It wouldn't be enough for me personally. The National Sleep Foundation recommends 7-9 hours for adults with 6 hours as…

^ I definitely wouldn't recommend a whole meal. I usually go for 50-200 calories.

I have a multigrain bread that is also 43g per slice. Usually two slices vary between 80-95g. If my scale said 50g for two normal looking slices, I would assume my scale wasn't level, needed new batteries, or was broken.

Yes, I've had trouble falling asleep while in a deficit. I would recommend saving some calories for right before bed, especially if hunger is keeping you up. Eat something small, with tryptophan (eggs, milk, etc.) or melatonin (cherries) if possible. Avoid anything high fat if you get acid reflux and obviously anything…

I had never heard of parkrun before! Very cool. Unfortunately there aren't that many in the US. :(