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The NuvaRing and you - a question for the ladies
I have recently been switched from my regular pill (Microgynon 30 ED) to the NuvaRing. Whilst I know every person is different I would love to hear any relevant stories you might have relating to how this affected your weight loss journey. Did it make you lose weight or gain? Or no noticeable difference? Thanks in advance…
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FACEBOOK BANS BEFORE AND AFTERS
Hi guys, I just wanted everyone's thoughts on the below article (have copied and pasted link). The basic gist is a woman's ad was taken down as it was violating Facebooks policy, an excerpt from the article; "The image used here is of a woman standing in a large pair of pants holding the waist band out to show weight loss.…
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Fat Burners - are they necessary? Any recommendations?
Hi there, I am by no means an expert on supplements and was hoping for some advice. I was chatting with a friend the other day and she mentioned she takes a fat burner pre workout and a protein shake post workout. I currently have a protein shake most days but had never thought to use a fat burner, I guess I never really…
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Good heart rate monitor - information needed
Hello, I am in need of a good heart rate monitor to track calories. I play a team sport once a week and would like to wear it there, I cannot wear watches or bracelets of any kind while I play (apparantly we can injur ourselves or others by wearing accessories) so I need one that can be worn discretly under my clothing. I…
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3 month progress - 163cm (5"4') 3.5kgs down 1.5kg to go!
Hi guys, I took some progress shots this morning and was pleased with what I saw so wanted to share! I have been using IIFYM as a way to lose some weight over the last 3 months (nearly). I am 163cm tall, I started at 65kg and am now sitting at 61.5kg. My goal weight is 60kg but if I reach that and think there is a little…
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Why does MFP work for you or Why do you love MFP?
I'm not sure if this is in the right area but I just wanted to ask peoples opinions on why they think MFP works for them and what they love about it. I personally think it is great! It makes ME accountable for my weight loss or weight gain and puts be back in control. I can no longer blame work, stress, shakes or diet…
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Arms! How to get rid of that excess flab
Hi all, I have been doing various forms of exercise over the last 3 or so years, but have only recently started calorie counting and really digging into it. I had 5kgs to shift and am more than halfway there. My problem is I seem to have lost weight/gained muscle in my legs and belly but my arms are still hideously flabby,…