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  • I'm at the one week point and I think it's working great. I'm doing a 16:8 fast while ensuring I get the right amount of macros based on a 40% carbs, 30% fat, and 30% protein diet. I found this IF Calculator helpful (http://www.1percentedge.com/ifcalc/). I've lost 2 lbs in the week, but my weight usually fluctuates between…
    in Intermittent Fasting for Women Comment by smruggles April 2014
  • THIS!! I couldn't cut bread out entirely if I tried. I also have a weakness for donuts. I just know that if I eat them, I'll have to skimp on something else.
    in Bread!!! Comment by smruggles April 2014
  • Just to clarify with everyone, I usually eat a whole bag of frozen green beans and then some peanut butter for lunch, but I'm also eating a fibery breakfast [English muffin with hot tea]... and dinner is my big meal (mostly because I have to cook for my brother and fiance). We end up eating chicken, rice, and veggies most…
    in Snacking at your desk Comment by smruggles March 2014
  • I'm a nerd, too!!! Comic books, Doctor Who, Sherlock, Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, Star Wars, Star Trek, every book EVER (except Twilight. haha)... I'm that kind of nerd! I'm actually going to meet Matt Smith this weekend at Comic Con in Louisville, KY!
    in Any geeks? Comment by smruggles March 2014
  • In my experience, you can't lose the weight for anyone else, you have to want it for YOU... for YOUR health. Not so that your bf will stop bullying you. Because that's what he is... a bully. I'm sorry, but leaving is ALWAYS an option. Liquid diets are so bad for you and you will gain the weight back once you start to eat…
    in He told me he was embarrassed of me while I was pregnant! Comment by smruggles February 2013
  • The above!!! So right! I'm on week 2 of the new road map [with 1686 cals instead of 1200] and I've lost about 3 lbs. My body really was just holding on to everything. Now I feel healthy, full, and I have MUCH more energy before and after the gym than I did on 1200 calories!!
    in Sticking to 1200 cals, exercise and not seeing much change Comment by smruggles February 2013
  • <3 I really, really needed this today, Becky! You are incredible.
    in A year from now, you will wish you started today! Comment by smruggles February 2013
  • I have been for a LONG, LONG time... but I just found this article on the message boards and it's BRILLIANT! So I just upped my calorie intake, as I've been doing 1200 with 4 a week workouts and not lost any weight! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12
    in 1200 calorie girls Comment by smruggles January 2013
  • I've added everyone on here, so welcome back!! =) Feel free to add me as well... I've been a daily member for 33 days [as of today] and I love the supportive attitude of MFP!
    in New and would love some support!!! Comment by smruggles January 2013
  • I make this too! I love it!! Are the calories low?
    in Crock Pot - Buffalo (sauce) Shredded Chicken! (with pic) Comment by smruggles January 2013
  • Thanks for the tip!!! I'm checking out her blog now!
    in Clean Eating Comment by smruggles January 2013
  • THIS!! hahaha. I only have 1200 cals a day, too... and it's almost like skipping a meal to meet that goal... I always eat SOME of my workout cals. And I write down specifically what the elliptical, etc says I burn. =)
    in Should I eat my burned calories? Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • The first week is usually the hardest... I was hungry all the time, grouchy, and really just wanted to give up and keep eating what I love and what makes me happy. This is about a life change, though... you're going to have to sacrifice at first. It does get much easier to eat healthier after week 1... your stomach shrinks…
    in why does losing weight have to be so hard??? Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • If I'm craving something specific I will snack on that item, but only a little bit of it. With Christmas coming up, I know I'll eat some Reese's trees, but it's about having one in a day... instead of five! haha. I love any type of peppers for a snack. I agree with the above comments of air popped popcorn [delicious…
    in What to snack on? Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • Honestly, it really, really depends on a variety of things... I am 5'6", 26 yrs old, and really curvy. BUT I was always a curvy size 8. I gained 30 lbs in a year and jumped to size 12 rapidly. It's all about where you've gained it and how you look/feel with it. I weigh 160ish right now and the BMI chart says that's…
    in Size 12 = Fat? Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • I'm sorry about your grandfather, but also... you can watch Netflix on your phone?! =) That's great!
    in PUT THE DAMN PHONE AWAY!!! Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • This is a BRILLIANT idea!! I set my alarms on my phone just now so I'm all ready in the morning. I'm also finding that PAYING for the YMCA membership really makes me want to go more. Otherwise I'm just throwing away the money and STILL gaining weight!
    in Tips on getting out of bed to work out!!! Comment by smruggles December 2012
  • I just sent you a friend request!! =) I'm 26 and the biggest I've ever been in my life. I weigh 160 and the BMI chart tells me I'm overweight?!? I've always been an hourglass shape, but generally in the normal/underweight category! I need help staying motivated and any and all help with recipes and prepping food for the…
    in Looking to make some new friends! :) Comment by smruggles October 2012
  • I'm new here as of today. Yesterday, I tried to wear a pair of shorts that were always super loose on me and they wouldn't even go past my thighs. I could use any and all recipe and exercise help here!!
    in Not really new... but need some who care Comment by smruggles July 2012
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