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Intermittent fasting... feast phase, how many calories?
This question is for people who practice intermittent fasting or are very knowledgeable on the subject. I’ve recently started practicing intermittent fasting using the 16:8 approach. During the 8hr eating window I’m finding I’m only hitting about 12-1300 calories whereas before I started IF I was eating about 1600 daily.…
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A whole year of weight loss. Transformation pics
Today is my fitaversary. One year ago today, on January 10 2017, I decided to start living a healthy lifestyle and shed all the unwanted pounds. I’m currently 114 down from my original weight of 310 pounds. I have a few more to go. Through clean eating and crossfit I have been very successful. If I can do it, so can you!…
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102 lbs down! Before and after pic
Through clean eating and crossfit I have lost 102 pounds. I started my journey on January 10th 2017. I was depressed and lonely and just so sick and tired of feeling like complete crap. Hopped on the scale at the doctor and couldn't believe I had crept up to 310. I walked out of the doctors office determined to change my…
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6 months at crossfit and transformation
I've struggled with my weight and staying active my whole entire life. In January 2017 I weighed in at 310 pounds and was lazier than ever. I found myself extremely depressed!!! But when I saw that 310 pop up on the scale at the doctor I thought right there and then "this is it, this is the day I will change my life and…
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86 lbs lost! Before and after picture
Through clean eating and crossfit workouts I have lost 86 lbs since January. Weight has always been a struggle of ups and downs for me but I finally after many years was able to establish a healthy relationship with food. Instead of living to eat I am now eating to live. Fueling my body with whole healthy meals that give…
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80 lbs down! Before and after pic. Over half way to goal
80 lbs down! Eating real clean food and exercising. Feeling so great! Maybe 60-80 more to go. We will see how I feel when I get there. Started at 310, now at 230. Goal weight is 150-170 depending on how much muscle I gain from crossfit. [post edited by MFP mods].
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Loose Skin from major weight loss... scared!
I started my weight loss journey at 310 lbs. I have lost 70 since then so I'm sitting at 240 at the moment and have about 80-90 more to lose. About 150-160 total. I'm curious to hear stories from people who have lost 100-200 lbs and did you have tons of extra skin? Anything you did to eliminate it or tighten it up? I know…
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Cheat meal! How many calories do you allow yourself?
I eat about 1600-1800 calories a day, do crossfit 5-6 days a week, and have steadily been losing weight. I always have a really hard time allowing myself a cheat meal here and there. About how many calories is good for a cheat meal? How many calories over your daily goal do you go?
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Working out late... what to eat post workout before bed?
I joined crossfit 6 weeks ago. The class I attend is at 6:30. Some nights I'm not home until 8/8:30 and I typically get in bed around 9/9:30. I know I need a proper post workout meal but I'm wondering what is ideal since I'm eating right before bed. Is eating 5 ounces of chicken, a cup of brown rice, and a veggie ok 30-60…
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Crossfitters- working out late, what should I be eating?
I typically attend the 6:30 crossfit workout and don't get home until about 8, give or take 20-30 minutes on some days. Tonight I got home at 8:30. I obviously need to eat after my workout but am usually in bed by 9/9:30. What should I be eating before hopping in bed? Is it ok to eat 5 ounces of chicken, a cup of brown…
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Eating before a workout... when and what?
I've recently started incorporating exercise into my day. What do y'all eat before the workout and how much time before the workout do you eat it?
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Considering crossfit!
I'm a 32 yr old woman, pretty overweight. I've lost 40 pounds and have a ways to go. My main goal is to be healthy and strong. I've been doing a lot of cardio and ready to add some strength training into my exercise routine. I've heard pros and cons of crossfit and would love to hear some testimonials from people who love…
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Gluten free, sugar free, dairy free... who is with me?
A few months ago I gave up gluten, sugar, and dairy. I feel like a new person! I've only been eating whole unprocessed foods. Is anyone else eating similar? What are your favorite meals and snacks?
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Hi! Lost 40, 100+ more to go! Join me on my journey!
Hey all! I'm a 32 year old female, went through some tough times, gained a lot of weight. Just started this new lifestyle in January. I've lost 40 pounds eating whole, unprocessed foods. Cut out gluten, sugar, and dairy! I've got a long road ahead of me and would love all the support I can get and to give all the support…
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100+ lbs to lose, 40 down! Would love some MFP friends
Would love support and encouragement and to give support and encouragement. 40 down on my fitness journey and a ways to go. Add me!
