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If I could make a suggestion: invest in a standing desk if you can!! Every little bit helps too like parking a little further away or short walks. Also, I would say most women wouldn't get bulky but we are all individuals and I feel personally I do need more cardio of various kinds in addition to weight lifting and that…

I just turned 35 a couple months ago and REstarting this journey, well not a full restart because I did manage to keep off about 25 pounds over the last year plus. I had lost about 50 a few years ago and then regained and relost a couple times, not more than 10 lbs. Then I moved and got sick and needed surgery (gallstones)…

Me! I've been vegan for almost 8 months, coming up on 8 months this Friday! I would love more vegan friends. = )

Sweet! I became vegan April 22nd, 2017! I'm hoping to get more vegan friends on here...

Hey! I'm right there with you! I had lost around 52 pounds and had gained and lost again a couple times over the last few years. I'm currently about about 15-20 lbs up from my lowest (can't recall lowest). I was losing weight steadily for about 3 months due to gallstones and not being able to eat much and I lost about 8…

Ah, I see... I haven't perused the vegan posts on here yet. That's unfortunate that people don't understand what all is involved and actually pretty negligent since it could result in serious deficiencies; plus the fact that they're not conscious of what veganism involves. Also the fact that anything can be vegan; TONS of…

Congrats on going fully vegan and losing 30 lbs! That is great! You're right, I see many saying this, many of which are ALREADY in good health/fitness/not overweight or in need of losing weight/fat. Vegan foods can be junky for sure! That's why I want to focus on WFPB (whole foods plant based) instead of just going…

Haha, perhaps you don't know many vegans then because all of the vegans I know or have seen online know that there's tons of vegan junk food and encourage plant based whole foods. I haven't heard any vegans saying you can eat whatever you want as long as it's vegan..

Yes, this works well!! This works with any protein powder, you can't really taste it with the fruits and veggies mixed in; you could also add some unsweetened cocoa powder/cacao powder. I have Vega One nutrition in Chocolate and I don't find it to taste bad when I shake it extremely well, and I like the taste. It's the…

Love this!~

Hi, I love your input! I am not one for stringent rules and feel like this can definitely work too; everyone is different and it's experimenting with what works. I really liked the "one meal a day" because the first 3 days I had AMAZING energy!! But I haven't been able to stick to it since.. so, I'm doing the intermittent…

@cjbrummet and @Nikion901 Thanks so much for your replies. I've actually done quite a bit of research and there is scientific evidence that fasting can bring many benefits. One benefit is burning more fat along with evening out insulin levels. Starvation mode isn't what people think it is, there's a lot of misinformation…

Welllll, it has been a good minute since I've been to this thread, so I thought I would try this again. Today is Monday, so, I'll start with that: Check In (how are you doing? Had any successes or struggles this week-end?) I moved in June to live with my family (which I may have stated earlier.. can't recall what I posted…

Welcome back! I'm new to this but love it so far. I'm curious about the chai tea latte, is it small? I feel like that would break the fast even with nonfat milk beds sue of the calories. I've read anything under 50 calories won't break the fast. Do you know?

I think most do calorie count. I do. I don't always stick to one plate (only been doing it a week or so) but mine have been 1200-1800 cals depending on what it is. Mostly it's in the middle around 13-1500. That's about what MFP says to eat for me to lose 2lbs a week being not very active (1500ish). This is also way less…

Update: today and yesterday were both successful days. I did get hungry a few times but then I was okay and had a good amount of energy. Today I felt really great and even went for a 20 minute walk before eating at the end of my fast. I have been eating out so some of the calories are guessed but I'm pretty good with…

I'm glad to know others are on a similar route as me. That can be hard at work with food there, I also have work food that I have to avoid but it actually is beneficial because half of more is junk. Great job! I do pretty much the same schedule, sometimes later like today and yesterday I ate around 6-7pm. Thanks for your…

Hi! Thank you! Yes, I just have to remember it's okay to be hungry and remember why I'm doing this. I do fill up on water, teas and coffee. Thank you, yes, I've watched some of Joe's videos and need to watch the rest. Appreciate the support!

Welcome Adaline (have you seen the movie with your namesake? Age of Adaline -spelling may be different) It sounds like you have a good plan, look forward to reading more! I'm new to it as well.

Thanks! Last night I was starving after work and ate family leftovers + dessert... so, it ended up being an IF of 16:8, so at least I still did a 16 hr fast. Today I'm feeling pretty hungry again... not sure how I got by in the beginning not feeling hungry! I think I need to drink more fluids.. really wanting to do OMAD so…

@newmeadow ah, I see. I suppose I could easily do the same as far as eating thousands of cals in one sitting; it's easy with processed/fast foods. Thanks for the info. "Hi @WhovianFitNHealthy. My binges were between 3,000 and 4,000 calories consumed at a single sitting. My OMAD meals are under 2,000 and generally around…

Hi Cindi! That is great!

Oops, part of my message disappeared. I said that I had checked my weight finally after more than a month and it's 282, the highest it's been in over 2 and a half years. It's definitely time for a change and I think this is the answer. My weight can fluctuate up to 10 lbs overnight depending on various factors so I am…

Thanks! I just read about the exercise thing and that's really helpful since I was making great progress when I stuck to my gym schedule as well as eating "on point" and according to macros. But right now I just can't seem to get back in it and I think this is the answer I need. If I can get some weights in a couple times…

Hi, it's Amanda. I haven't actually checked my weight for maybe a month.. I plan to check it tomorrow/later today; not looking forward to it because I know I've gained some.. Well, some more. I'm guessing it'll be around 270-280, really hoping its closer to 270. I'm 5'7 I started this journey of getting fit and healthy 3…

Thanks! That's great to know. Okay. And I'll be reading more on it. Thanks! [/quote] Hi @WhovianFitNHealthy. My binges were between 3,000 and 4,000 calories consumed at a single sitting. My OMAD meals are under 2,000 and generally around 1,200 to 1,400 calories consumed at a sitting. Exercise is optional and I don't plan…

Hello! I discovered this off of a recent thread and really like this. I've been doing intermittent fasting (IF) off and on for a couple years now, mostly sticking to 16:8 sometimes less or more hours fasting. I really love it BUT I believe I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and sometimes my digestive system has a hissy…

Sweet! I did it,that's perfect. I think I have weak ankles too and I'm standing at work right now and was able to do it!

Hey, I'm 33 also and have about 100 to go give or take. I've struggled my whole life as well but not sure why.. It can be done for sure!! Instagram is a huge help honestly, seeing people that are successful and doing it helps. We can do this! Also, I just noticed these posts are from April! Not sure why this showed up as…

Hey girl! I sent you a request! I have about a 100 to go give or take. If anyone else would like to add me that would be awesome. I'm at a bit of an impasse right now, of my own accord, when it comes down to it.. I let life get in the way and several trips out of state and moving, so, I'm trying to get back on track. I…