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Yes, and I thought I carried the weight well. :# DELUSION :# One day I asked my wife about my weight, and she said though I'd always be loved, I was just no longer attractive so fat. This was the guy she dated and eventually married: Pack on about 100 pounds, and this guy was buried in a mound of lard. I appreciate her…

TRUTH! Why wait? You need to begin a program of strength training, and this will enhance your progress. Research some beginner routines for females, and just give it a go. You'll be so glad you did! :)

^^^^^^^^ :\ NOT THIS :\ I mean, you're right, and I hated looking bad, feeling horrible and ruining my health, but you can't focus on negative affirmations to stay motivated. Try writing out what you'll love about being healthy and fit, and what's great about the journey. Just a suggestion <3

You're inhibiting your own progress with so little food intake. Try just losing 1 pound per week. Follow the MFP recommendations for steady, safe and lasting results. When we crash diet and lose weight too fast, our metabolism can stifle. Yes, you'll lose weight, but what kind of loss will it be? You'll lose too much…

"sometimes I eat the calories that I burn and sometimes I don't." :o Here's your problem...and you're inhibiting progress. MFP is designed with your daily deficit already built in. And stop worrying about low carb. Just eat to goal every day. Keep it simple. This site works to maintain that 1 pound per week goal for weight…

I have been working such a program with limited success and integrated it into a calorie and macro cycling routine of intermittent fasting. Over 3 years, I dropped a pant size and reduced body fat about 5%. For me it's been a slow process. I engaged Body Re-composition after reaching my weight loss goals. Good luck in your…

My fitness motivation is a part of my overall desire to be the best version of myself physically, mentally and spiritually. It's nice to look my best, feel great and know that life is joyful and wonderful.

Well said. Living the healthy life does not mean becoming a killjoy.

Great comments! And yes, MFP is designed with your daily deficit already built in. EAT BACK THOSE CALORIES! MFP works to produce 1 pound per week weight loss for steady, safe and lasting results. I suppose you could move the scale faster, but what kind of loss will it be? You'll lose muscle which slows metabolism. and once…

haha - TRUTH!

<3 60 minutes = about 450 calories <3

Right, I can't think of a single person who has ever bought and eaten a crate of apples non-stop. I have never seen a single plea in these forums about anybody's carrot addition.

^^^^ (*) (*) (*) THIS - BIG TIME (*) (*) (*) Don't let anybody impugn your efforts to clean up your diet. Anything we can do to shift the odds of success is a step in the right direction. These small changes add up over time. Best Wishes To You! <3 PS: I hate cauliflower...lol

FOE! >:) At least me me... And I agree with most of what has been said. I work with lighter weights for endurance, and I target grip strength as part of my routines. Guys with goals requiring heavier lifts can use the support. It's different for each of us depending on our needs and expectations. Good Luck!

I like Fiber One protein cereal. It's guaranteed to help you lose weight and tone up. STEP 1: eat 1 bowl of Fiber One cereal every day STEP 2: exercise hard and smart STEP 3: eat according to MFP recommendations This is how Fiber One cereal works for me... :D

^^^^^^ (*) THIS (*) And remember, losing weight and getting fit is simple but hard. We all kind of know what to do. It's not rocket science, but I struggled for years. At day's end, it's a simple equation:* Eat Clean +Calorie Deficit + Exercise = RESULTS B) This only works when we do our part. Keep learning, gather your…

We all help each other by sharing our experiences and knowledge. The key is objectivity and an open mind. I learned much in life from those who were successful and produced results. I do as they do, and guess what? I too got results. That trumps any debate points. And there are many paths to a mountain peak. Each person…

So true! People willingly trade optimal health for the fleeting pleasures of junk foods. I was that guy but no more!

All true, but nobody is on MFP, because they eat too much fruit. I just want to help the OP address her true challenge.

It does not, but refined sugar products as opposed to fruits is how most people overload on sugar and empty calories. This is news to you? The OP's "addiction" is not about too much fruit. Let's not hijack this thread to debate the obvious.

^^^^^^^ (*) THIS (*) Everybody is addicted to sugar. Without it, we all would die. Sugar keeps our bodies functioning. The problem is not so much sugar but processed foods with added refined sugar. Naturally occurring sugars, such as those found in fruit, come from sources that benefit your diet.* SOLUTION: If man makes…

I just tossed in the last weight I had as an athlete competing in a 185 pound weight division. Consult a BMI chart, then just pick a number. They key is not so much a number but that you begin with a goal you can remain passionate about. Aim high, but be reasonable. Set mini goals starting with 1 pound per week weight…

Welcome back! Just follow the MFP recommendations for steady and lasting results. Eat clean, log all your foods and set your calorie intake to lose 1 pound per week. Exercise both cardio and strength, and eat back your exercise calories. It's simple. And once you reach your goal weight, stay on track. That's not the end;…

Wonderful Progress! <3

It's my hope to inspire others - not annoy folks. One of my biggest sources of motivation on my long, hard journey was seeing others succeed. Maybe now I can help some people as I continue my own progress.

Thanks, it took 5 years of work. Every ounce of effort was worth it.

^^^^^^ (*) THIS (*) The scammers who market to bodybuilders have convinced the herd that getting enough protein is just not possible eating whole foods. You MUST supplement! Don't fall into that mud hole, and be wary of advice from any bodybuilder.

My goal was a certain weight, and once I reached that weight, to cut down to a certain body fat. ^^^^^^^^^^ I reached my weight goals and was rolling around at 25% bodyfat. Below is me at 15% body fat and again, 185 pounds. I like this look and feel. If I cut any lower, I lose energy and pep, so this is it. Below is my…

I try to engage activity that matches my passion while I address 2 areas that make up my health and fitness program. 1. Food Intake - I eat clean as defined by lean meats, fresh fruits and veggies, nuts, whole grains, beans and raw dairy. I try not to eat processed foods. 2. Exercise - both cardio and strength...and again,…

tofu wrapped in seaweed and dipped in carrot juice... B)