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Well that's one way to forget about your shoulders.

I used ETP in the past and liked the program. I didn't experience any weight gain other than normal daily fluctuations. Once I switched from a weight loss phase to maintenance I did have hot flashes for a bit but those tapered off. I only quit ETP after having a problem with one of the coaches. Now I use their general…

IMO it's a matter of being patient and continuing to recomp. If what you are showing is your struggle, you are at the point where changes happen slowly and you have to be patient and slog through. If you are lifting, continue to do so. If you're not, start yesterday. Adding more cardio is unlikely to be as useful as will…

If a person is new to losing weight and/or and/or has a lot to lose, it might be doable. But for somebody who has already been losing and/or doesn't have a lot to lose it would be difficult. Certainly not something I'd bet $500 on.

The US versions show nutrition in grams. I'm not sure how much the recipes vary by location but you might just want to use that info: https://halotop.com/flavors/

I would not spend any money on something like that. It's not going to give you an accurate number and most of the time won't be useful for tracking changes over time. Track your weight and look at yourself in the mirror. As long as you don't have problems such as body dysmorphia that will be enough. Here's a good series on…

Many people gain strength during a cut. If you aren't cutting your calories too much you could be fine. 5/3/1 is a good program. I'd suggest reading at least the first book so you're sure you understand it. You may get more responses by posting this in the Fitness and Exercise section.

I don't usually get really hungry but once I 39ish, I started getting really tired during those last few days before my period. It's interesting how the symptoms change over time.

You get hungrier due to burning slightly more calories and the hormone changes. Here's a thread I started awhile ago about this. https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10359984/women-menstrual-cycle-weight-and-fitness-matters/p1 If it's a big problem and you have a period that's regular enough that you can…

What do you mean by problems with her feet? There's an actual physical problem with her feet? Or now she is unhappy with what her feet look like? I would think that losing weight would help her feet (not as much weight to carry) but it's possible that there could be problems due to activities she's now participating in.…

Exactly what I was going to say. I'm pretty stubborn about things but even I pick my battles and sometimes say "eh, whatever" just so I can move on with my day. It doesn't mean that I"m going to say "eh, whatever" every time from now until eternity.

This is one of those things where, if it is a new behavior for your body, you should go get it checked out. It might be nothing but it could be serious and it is better to be safe than sorry.

Yep, when you are ordering, tell the server directly "I will be on a separate bill from the rest of the group" in a clear but nonchalant manner, as if you've been saying it for 20 years. I wouldn't even address it with the others.

You're already at a lower weight for your height. A month and a half to see definition is not slow weight/fat loss. It's completely on target. I wouldn't change what you're doing. Just change your expectations.

I use different programs at different times of year. Usually I go with a 4 day upper/lower split but sometimes take a break and use a 3 day full body, and then if necessary I'll cut that back to 2 full body days if I'm very busy with work or doing heavy landscaping/gardening. I just read something in the past week about…

Going back to this. The reason I mentioned it is you can get a good workout with one or two dumbbells. If I were going to be on the road for a month I'd take one 25 lb dumbbell and do a full body workout twice a week with it. Varying the reps according to the exercise (e.g., more goblet squats than single arm shoulder…

I'm happy to read that. I think my daughter would like it. In answer to the OP, not usually. I'm an extremely simple eater, in that I tend to prefer grilled/roast meat with little seasoning and no sauce and certainly no cheese, plain raw veggies, etc. I think it's interesting to watch some of the Food Network shows but the…

I've never done that but it's a great idea.

Can you fit a set of adjustable dumbbells in your car? Or even just one dumbbell?

Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater. Deviating from one part of your plan doesn't mean you have to dump the rest. Get your workout in and move on. It will get better/easier as you go along.

I'm talking 1600 calories ingested, total. Not adding exercise. It's a slightly different method than what MFP has you do, in that you start the day knowing your calorie goal rather than having it change based on your activity/exercise later in the day. The end result will be the same, assuming you pay attention to your…

5'3" and 154 lbs and you are eating 1450-1550 per day? You're likely fine. I'd say start at 1600 calories per day and drop if no weight loss in a month but 1450-1550 per day is fine.

Ouch! Honestly, it's not sexy but even with walking I think that people need to simmer down a bit and ease into things. I'd rather ease into things slightly more slowly than necessary than hurt myself and have to sit out activity. I know way too many people who have gone gung ho from the start, injured themselves, and then…

Can you go early in the morning when it may be cooler? If you are new to it, maybe taking shorter walks or two 15 minute walks instead of one 30 minute walk would work better.

What are your height, weight, and age? What are you doing in the gym for 90 minutes a day? Are you losing weight, and if so, how much per week (each separate week, not your average) for each of the past 3-4 weeks?

Is this a short term stress? In other words, at some point will you settle into the new job and be in a better routine? If so, consider eating at maintenance on purpose rather than aiming for weight loss right now (ignore this if you're not aiming for weight loss right now.) Taking a finite amount of time to eat at…

I have used chocolate powder. I usually add peanut butter during prep and bananas the day I'm eating it.

I would suggest eating at maintenance for a couple of weeks. It will help with the hunger: https://bodyrecomposition.com/fat-loss/the-full-diet-break.html/ I think that doing a work around the way you are attempting is a waste.

Follow a progressive lifting program. You may like the book Strong Curves' programs.

That's the only food available all week? Why can't you take something with you? If you're flying, buy cheese sticks or boiled eggs at the airport after you deplane and put them in the fridge in your room. Or take dry oats with you. Or protein bars. Whatever, the point is that the fact that there are scones available does…