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This isn't actually considered "heavy." Generally, heavy lifting is working at a weight where you can do about 3-5 reps a set (and up to 5 sets). Heavy is relative, what is heavy for one person isn't for another, so it's all based on how many reps. I noticed, when I went from 3 sets of 8-10 to a 5x5 that I saw greater…

Protein powder will only help with weight loss in that it might help you feel satisfied. You have to have a calorie deficit to lose weight, and you can do that with any protein powder - or without. Depending on your calorie and macro goals, you might have better success by eating lean meats, beans, eggs, and dairy, along…

I'm glad to hear that you are seeing someone this month. Medication can be a bit tricky, finding the right ones and the right dose. Stay in contact with your therapist and psychiatrist through the whole process until you find the right balance. As for the praying/meditating, keep trying! But don't be harsh on yourself for…

What progress are you looking for? Scale increase with more muscly look? Or increased strength? Or both? I agree with other posters that you need to: 1) work with a program. Look up starting strength or strong lifts. Work your whole body, not just upper body. And, especially when starting out, I would say do mostly the…

Try planning out your week (or however long you go between shopping trips). Having a rough idea of how much you plan to eat daily, and how many days, will help you know how much to get. Go for variety. Some fresh produce lasts longer than others - apples, for example, will stay good in the fridge for a couple of weeks, and…

I wish I could get my kids to spend their summers this way! I think I need to send them outside more often :blush:

Clinical depression is a medical condition. It is not only unhelpful but very condescending to say things like "it will pass" and "you can have joy while you wait." We aren't talking about transient sadness here, or challenges. From what the OP describes, it may be clinical depression (only qualified professionals can…

Here's another thread to peruse. The title is sarcasm - the point is that lifting can really do a lot for a slim, fit look without creating big bulky muscles. http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/977538/halp-heavy-lifting-made-me-supah-bulky/p1

Actually, after lipids are oxidized, the majority of byproduct (CO2) leaves our body through breathing. While another byproduct (ammonia, IIRC) leaves our body via kidney filtration and urination, it is not water intake that promotes oxidation of fat, so drinking more water is not going to increase fat loss. OP - I…

Kittens and David Tennant .... This wins

I would date guys who were nice and funny, have common interests with me, and enjoy conversations. (This is if I weren't already married, lol). My guess is that you're saying, do you have the looks that will at least get your foot in the door ... I would say yes. There isn't a lot physically that would be a deal breaker,…

Ask the doctor for a referral to a registered dietician who specializes in children and adolescents. This should be an appointment for your daughter to learn about good eating, not something where you and the RD talk over her head and then you try to enforce everything. At 13, she is old enough to take charge of her eating…

Work on eating within your calories while allowing yourself some indulgences. Focus mostly on eating healthful, nutrient dense foods, but don't deny yourself chocolate. It will take a bit longer to lose the weight, but it'll be much easier to keep it off because you won't feel deprived. Many people keep logging here well…

If you haven't yet, you might want to ask your doctor for a referral to a physical therapist. They can show you some ways to safely strengthen your back, which can also help reduce chances of flare ups. (Depending on what causes it, of course ... but my doctor suggested this last time I had pain like you describe). In…

Have you done measurements? Chances are that your stomach are is shrinking, but so is everywhere else (with 75 pounds lost, I'm sure you've shrunk everywhere!) so right now it's looking like it hasn't gone down. That stubborn belly fat seems to be the last part the body lets go of for many people, so as you get closer to…

This is another great argument for herd immunity. Your children are at higher risk from the vaccinations, but as long most people around them are already immune (through vaccinations), they have much less chance of getting the illnesses. :smile:

Link between vax and downs? Say what???? Whoever made that claim doesn't understand how some syndromes are formed. Down syndrome is a chromosome abnormality, which occurs even before conception. There is absolutely no way that vaccinations could have anything to do with it. And the only study that "found" a link between…

I bought a box for a party. My kids were all over the leftovers. But we don't count them as breakfast. I treat them as any other sweets, like cookies. Once in a while won't hurt anything. Note, I'm not against sweets in the house. We almost always have at least something around. I'm just choosy about what I decide to spend…

I agree with this. Also, if you aren't already, it's fine to be tracking what you eat here. Set the system for gaining .5 pounds per week. Focus on nutritious foods, getting plenty of protein as well as fruits and vegetables. And, as long as you feel okay and don't have any complications, you can maintain your previous…

Do note, though, that activity level on this site is different than most calorie calculators - because this site gives you calories before exercise, and other sites usually give you total calories including exercise (TDEE). So take that into account when deciding what to look at. The above answers are talking about the MFP…

The inner thigh is probably one of the hardest places for women!! :unamused: That said, "tone" or lack of it are generally a product of body fat %. So, to get rid of any jiggle, you need to get your body fat % low enough ... that amount will be different for each person, based on genetics. Do the leg exercises (squats,…

I've never heard of zeal, so I looked it up. I found the standard sites selling it, with all the glowing stories of how amazing it is. Then I found the follow. http://supplementpolice.com/zurvita/ http://www.dietspotlight.com/zeal-for-life-review/ There are a couple of really concerning things. Powerful stimulants, claims…

I just used one entry for the whole day. It gave me the 500 calories extra for the day (and then when he started eating solids, I used the partial one for 300 a day).

I agree with (most) everyone that the ideal time is when you will actually do it. But, I wanted to address the bolded. I looked at your diary, and you are quite under your goal. You want it to be close to 0 when you are done for the day. The deficit is already worked in. (If you aren't eating back the exercise calories,…

I agree with the idea of doing things in the water. It will help relieve the stress on your injury. You can even just walk back and forth in the water and it will give you a good workout! You also might want to check with your doctor, if you haven't yet, for some guidelines for starting exercise. You might also be able to…

It depends on your fitness as well as your weight goals. You are already doing the strength training, plus walking (carrying a bag, I would guess), so unless you are looking at training for a run or something, you're probably fine. Just make sure that as you walk around campus that you're pushing your rate, a slow walk…

I agree with trying something new. Look at classes your fitness center might offer. Look into some resistance training (look for New Rules of Lifting for Women or google SL 5x5). Find a sport you are interested in - golf (walking, no golf cart, lol), tennis, martial arts, swimming, etc. And remember, being pumped and…

I am just under 5'1" and about 145 right now. I'm losing weight from my last pregnancy (he's 17 months). I know a lot is how you carry the weight! Look into resistance training. It can allow us to look better even at a slightly higher weight (meaning my goal is 125-130, rather than 115 or something). It also is empowering…

Any progressive resistance program, plus eating at maintenance or a small deficit, will work. New Rules of Lifting For Women SL 5x5 Strong Curves Starting Strength You are Your Own Gym Convict Conditioning 5/3/1 (more towards intermediate level) Those are just the ones I can think of off the top of my head.

Not necessarily trying to be a body builder. But my point is that women can eat spaghetti and bread, whether doing "body work" (again, is that lifting weights? or is it the specific body builder thing?) or not. Yes, a man's metabolism is going to be a bit higher than mine, but that just means he gets to eat more calories,…