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I just ditched my old fitbit hr for an Amazfit that doesn't sync over. This one provides an estimated burn for the exercise it records, without BMR data, so it makes it easy to record my exercise total at the end of the day if I feel like it. I tend to go more with a TDEE approach, using the Scooby's Workshop calculators,…

I actually WAITED this time after revoking access through the Fitbit site and lo and behold, I'm getting all my adjustments now. LOL

Mine wouldn't link up until I forced an exercise entry through MFP. Went in via MFP and logged one minute of walking, waited a few minutes, and refreshed and now I'm getting info. BUT, I'm still not getting my negative calorie adjustment even though it's set. And I'm not getting my steps on my home page like I used to.

I can't get the negative calorie adjustment to take on the website. It keeps giving me an error. Doesn't seem like the android MFP app is communicating well with either fitbit or with the PC site. I just reinstalled everything last night because I've been away too long and I make bad food decisions still (evidently) and…

I home school three kids, ages 6, 7, and 14. I work out three or four days a week, we volunteer three days a week, and I write news articles and run the house. You decide it's going to happen and you make it happen. When I started this, I was also working full time and going to college myself. Make your decision and make…

I like 5:2 personally. I feel less deprived than trying to hit a deficit every day. If I want something I tell myself I can have it tomorrow. Usually tomorrow comes and the craving has passed. I'm not prone to the hangries or low blood sugar or headaches, so it's a great tool for me to use. And again, personally, I enjoy…

Weight loss is controlled by diet, not exercise. Get your diet sorted out and the energy for exercise will follow. Get your fuel right and your engine will run much more efficiently!

My rush started right before thanksgiving, about two weeks out. RIDICULOUS until Christmas then it just dropped off to regulars. This group didn't even make it to new years. Lol

Cheese fries with ranch did me in. And fried cheese sticks. And fried potatoes. And snack cakes. And milkshakes. And yogurt with granola.

This. Gagging is a sign of something more profound than "I just

I do 5:2 with zero days instead of 500. Its easier for me to be in compliance at zero than at 500. I'm not prone to headaches or irritability or low blood sugar so it works well. Fast days are non-gym days and we run errands, tend house, catch up on school work or chores. I rarely burn over 1800 on fast days. I just take…

I figured out how lazy I am. "Do I want to search, weight, and log that item? Nope. Never mind then."

Maybe 1800 is the OP's maintenance? Mine is around 1800, though I'm short, middle age, female, and already reasonably light. I just don't do that much on non-exercise days.

Ah, beer. Yeah, that will pack on the pounds quickly! When I stopped drinking beer and soda my weight dropped quickly with no other diet modifications. End point is: eat 2k on the days when you can only eat 2k. Don't beat yourself up if you decide to have a few crafts the next night and go over 2600. Enjoy life and balance…

My friend does this. It's been linked to her eating disorder- she's short on vitamins and nutrients and prone to sleepwalking anyway, so the body just takes care of itself any way it can. She has zero recollection, just empty wrappers and missing food. You might look into your nutrient intake, especially if you're prone to…

Finding a healthy mental balance between obsession and ignoring is the hardest part. Setting a realistic calorie goal based on your numbers can sometimes help. It's at least marginally healthier to obsess over getting 1600 calories in you than staying under 400 for instance. Ana is different in every brain it infects. It…

I started out with 30 minutes of cardio of varying intensity and Stronglifts 5x5. Tried several other programs and I always come back to SL- for time it takes and the way I hurt afterward it seems to work best for me. You may need to start out at lower weights and THAT'S O.K. don't pressure yourself to hit the recommended…

Been there, got the t-shirt. I also have two that are 10 months apart! They're 6 and 7 now, so I can reassure you it gets easier. Just focus on your diet- that's the key to weight loss. Stick with it but don't beat yourself up if you slip every once in a while. Walks are wonderful if you can get your hands on a double…

Bogus tip. It's like those "It Works!" wraps. It can result in a brief reduction of size, but it is certainly brief and temporary. I'm afraid there is no magic. :-(

That's beautiful. I'm still getting used to the new body too and it seems like it's changing every week. I used to love getting all dolled up and heading out for a date with the husband. Now I dread it because nothing fits and I feel like cr@p getting ready and seeing all the ill-fitting clothing. Need to get a whole new…

5'4 here. At 135 I was in a US 4, 125 I'm in a 2. In high school I was 125 and was in a 0. I guess my muscle tone was better back then even though I didn't lift or run or eat well or anything remotely beneficial to my health. Dang child birth, it spread my hips! LOL

"I bet you're sad you lost all that weight now. You have no *kitten* or boobs. Your poor husband! And he's so skinny, must be like rubbing two sticks together. Y'all are gonna catch on fire when you do it." True story, took everything I had not to punch that c**t in the face.

Yep! I've been I'm the red two days on Fitbit. Glad to hear they're working on it.

Www.emeals.com if you are truly absolutely clueless about these things. For a small fee, it will plan your week of meals, give you a grocery list, and provide instructions for every single dish. They have several different plan options including vegetarian, low fat, paleo, diabetic, clean, etc.

I'm out in West Texas too. You don't run outside unless you have a death wish or someone is after you with a knife. True story.

I need my gym membership. I need the structure it provides, the routine, and the ability to not have the excuse to go off and do something else while I'm there. When I'm there, I can solely focus on my workout. Then again I've got three kids at home so distraction-free time is at a premium for me. The membership is…

I'm 20 pounds down from my pre pregnancy weight with three kids, 6, 7 and 13. It's easier now for me to be slimmer. I have to take care of myself and provide an example for them. Pre kids I lived on takeout and beer and stayed out until 4 in the morning. Now I solely cook at home and I quit drinking with the first…

Yeah my BMR sits under 1300. Its a fight to get my burn up to 2000 total for the day to make any significant deficit and not eat the table and plate. Short girl problems for sure. The struggle is real.

I donated a couple weeks ago. I was starving for about 48 hours and light headed for about 72. Everyone reacts differently - I just plan to take that week off when it's donation time and turn my thoughts to all those my donation will help out.