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30 Day Progress Report [pics]
Okay so here I am - a month into my weight lifting routine. before after I feel a lot different and I can lift/do more. My runs are also longer. But I don't look much different to myself.
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BOOM, insane random bloating.
So today out of nowhere I bloated like a whale. My pants don't fit and I feel super blimpy. I didn't have anything super salty the last few days, but I've increased my bean intake. Could this be what's causing it? Talk about uncomfortable - yikes! I've been rocking lately so this definitely confused me. :)
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Vegan EM2WL
Well folks it's about that time. I am going Vegan Bodybuilder. I am on day 2 today - wish me luck!
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The results are getting INSANE
Hey everyone. As a lot of you already know I have been on EM2WL for almost 4 months. In that time I have had some huge ups and downs but the constant has been my energy levels - higher than ever before in my life. Something has happened in the last 2 weeks that has been getting crazy. I am starting to shed weight quickly,…
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Big NSV!!
So you know those "V" lines that people get from their stomach down their hips? I finally see mine! The first time as an adult I took my hands and felt them after I saw myself in the mirror and didn't recognize my body. This is a day that makes me want to cry with excitement.
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Seeing some progress [pics]
Well I am seeing some changes now for sure. I am only down 4lb, but my inches have changed all over my body, most notably my legs where I have gained a TON of muscle. Note, I was sucking in my stomach BIG time in the before photo. The after I am not at all. BEFORE (228) AFTER (224) Thanks to my support network and everyone…
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NSV: Destroyed my last big run time
So last time I had an NSV it was about 3 weeks ago and was related to my running. Well today I had another NSV. I ran harder and faster and longer than I have in 12 years. I smashed my previous record. The ONLY way this was possible is thanks to EM2WL. The amount of energy I had to expend was crucial to my success as I…
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Took a week off em2wl
So I took a week off and cut my calories to 2000 per day. I noticed an immediate decrease in midsection size (basically swelling) but headaches started and I ran out of energy. My mood worsened and I was unproductive at work... basically everything went to *kitten*. Started back tonight. What a nightmare! I just need to…
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The biggest NSV of my adult life
When I was 15-16 I was in track in school. I definitely enjoyed running and did it in my spare time. Fast forward to adult life and I just didn't do it. Mainly because I would try it for a few days and not hit my old numbers and quit. I've been doing a modified C25K for awhile now, and today was my first solid run. I just…
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I'm so glad MFP exists
Have you guys tried posting on other forums like BB? The users there are so abusive and condescending. MFP is the only place I've found where people want to help each other and aren't wanks. Thanks MFP and all of you for helping everyone achieve their goals!
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NSV - I see the change! [pics]
Okay here are some way better before/afters I have gained 6lbs from starting. Before: 4 days ago: I see it in my face and midsection for sure, and my chest has definition now too.
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No pain from a workout?
I worked my back and lats and forearms really hard last night. 15 hours later I feel no muscle soreness. Any ideas as to why this may be?
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I feel great, can you tell the difference? [Pics]
I've never physically felt better. My endurance is up, my mental stamina and physical is through the roof. I can lift more and do more. The problem is that I have BDD (body dysmorphic disorder) and I really can't see a difference in the mirror at all. Other people have said they see a difference including my sister who…
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Now this is weird!!
I measured today. My measurements were: Chest: 41" Hips: 43" Waist: 43" Biceps: 14.5" Weight: 228 (same as starting, up 6 since starting em2wl) My hips and waist were up an inch each from my last set of measurements. My chest hasn't change in 3 months but my waist overall is down 3" (hips the same, biceps the same) I've…
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Today I started something new.
So after being on EM2WL for 48-ish days and feeling incredible mentally and physically but still being squishy, I've decided to change things up. I've made some posts about it and exchanged a lot of ideas and messages with folks and done some of my own independent research. I have decided the only way I am going to shed…
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How to get a neighbors dog to shut up?
Every day there's a guy who visits his girlfriend in the condo building next to mine. He encourages his small yappy type dog to squeel 500x in the span of the sidewalk to the building. There's several of us who have discussed approaching them and asking them to stop - but I can tell that no one will do that. I can also…
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I owe MFP a lot of things
I know some of you. Some of you I've never seen before. But in a way we are all brothers and sisters in our fight/struggle/journey to lose weight and/or become healthier people. I started out eating so little I had to drink no-cal energy drinks to basically function. Then I discovered eating more and my life has gotten…
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Would I benefit from a reset?
I'm considering a reset, as I begin a full strength heavy lifting regimen starting tomorrow. Is there any reason why I would or would not want to do a full TDEE intake for a month? Thank you.
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Taking days off?
As you all know I have been struggling a bit with a moderate injury (at home rehab). Anyway I am curious on how everyone feels about taking extra rest days? I'm so results and goal driven that not doing something that causes the "burn" really bothers me and makes me feel like a lazy sod. How much muscle can one lose by…
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Do you have an MFP crush?
Maybe it's someone you think is cute or maybe it's someone with rock hard abs that you want to play like a violin using your tongue. Perhaps it's that super supportive girl on your friends list. Whoever it is, are you guilty of an MFP crush?
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I feel "strong" today NSV
Yesterday I did some heavy lifts. It's the first time in a LONG time I have been in a gym doing heavy. I've focused in the last 2 months on diet and cardio, with my big calories coming from calisthenics (I'm always talking about GSP Rushfit as you know). Anyway today I really felt good. My chest is nice and sore. But…
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I'm getting there!
So I haven't been "myself" by which I mean a normal weight that fits my personality in years. The before picture is about 2007 in California with my ex where I was so depressed I couldn't even muster a good fake smile. The afters are this morning after ridding myself of MOST of my bloat I've had this week, I can obviously…
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Nagging injuries
So I have a couple of little nagging injuries that are going to keep me off my running and weight training for the next 2 weeks while I try to let them heal. That being said I walk to work (40 minutes return trip) every M-F. My plan is to add in an extra 30-60 minutes per day of walking on top of that. My question is: If I…
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Out of nowhere: Shin splints.
I've been on a fairly decent running regimen lately. I missed last week as I was moving - but I walked every day for 40 minutes. The last 2 times I've gone running (today and 2 days ago) I've had wicked bad shin spints. This coming after weeks of running and feeling like a million bucks at the end. I am just curious if…
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Random bloating
So I woke up this morning to my stomach and sides being 3x larger than normal and my clothes no longer fitting. This is after 40 days of em2wl so I don't know what's happening. I've been moving this week so my only exercise has been 40 minutes brisk walking to work and back daily. Could that be it? I am maintaining my…
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You need to put the scale away. Yes, you.
I know we all know there are bloat periods and that salt causes water retention etc. But for those of us on refeeds or on intense workout regimens, we need to stop weighing ourselves. I was up 5lb today over... 2 days ago. I know it's not fat but somehow psychologically it got me all deflated. I think once we commit to…
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I need quick validation, please check this out
Hey everyone! So I have been steady on EM2WL for 32 days now and it's going well. I am admittedly not seeing the reduction in size I was hoping for - but that's due to my own commitment issues to my strength training. That being said I am wanting some opinions on how I am doing overall: Age: 27 Weight: 222lb Height: 6'0…
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1 month on EM2WL today!
Today is my 1 month anniversary. I just wanted to say thank you to this community and everyone who has helped me see the light and change my entire life/mindset. Too many aspects of my life have improved to list them all. Here's to another 800 months!
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There is no diet
There is only lifestyle. There is no "maybe" There is only do If you don't commit to changing your life to be a healthier happier person over years not a few weeks of a crash diet you will fail. Also remember you need to fuel your body. Would you put lard in your gas tank? No you'd be using gasoline. So don't fuel your…
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Guys: baby biological clock?
Is there a baby clock for men? A time when we want to procreate more than just for the fun of it? I've had the worst biological clock alarms lately. Just hoping its a real thing and I'm not alone.
