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Belly Overhang?
I'm 22 and have never been pregnant. But, I still have a belly hang or as others call it "mothers apron" it's gotten a little bit smaller as I've lost weight and am now at a weight of 135 at 5'5' which I do want to maintain since I feel going lower would be dangerous for my height. I still have a lot of fat on my hips (41…
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Ideal Protein Users?
I am going to be new to the program and am fairly young(mid 20's). How has it been for those of you on the program or in maintenance?
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What size free weights should I be lifting?
I've recently gained 30 lbs and this time want to lose weight while building muscle. The last time I was a complete cardio bunny and just felt really weak all the time when it came to picking things up etc. What free weights should I use to help build some sort of muscle and become stronger? I am 5'5 and early 20's if that…
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Mothers Apron?
Hi all, I've lost enough weight to be considered in a normal BMI (5'5 and 142 lbs) I have a medium frame and plan on going down to 135 as a final "maintenance" weight. My question is: how do I lose the HUGE and I mean, HUGE tire-looking fat around my lower waist, it hangs and is not loose skin, it also is big enough that I…
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Lost 40 lbs, and pre-diabetic? Whats going on?
Starting off, I'm 23 (height 5'5) and have lost close to 43 lbs and am now at a BMI of 22. Before my weight loss I had my A1C checked and cholesterol was normal and my A1c was 5.6. Diabetes does run on my dad's side of the family but, everyone got it after 50+ years old. After finding out I was at 5.6(borderline) I lost…
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Losing weight bathroom question?
So this may be a little TMI, but before I started eating healthy I had a diet of absolute crap. Meaning burgers, fries, excess high sugar/sodium foods basically. I've started eating oatmeal with some blueberries every morning and my lunch and dinner consist of lean protein and LOTS of veggies along with tons of water. What…
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Effective workout for beginner?
I am new to working out and have never set foot in a gym before (As a college student, that's sad). I have about 20-25 pounds to lose and want a workout that will be effective in order to lose weight and at the same time not make me hurt myself. I only have a treadmill at home but, I'm a little scared because I don't want…
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Meal prep ideas in a calorie deficit?
I'm having trouble about what I should prep each week that's within 1300-1450 calories. Any ideas that are easy everyday meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks? Or your own experiences? Keep in mind I am a college student so simple is key here. Thanks :)
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No idea how to lose weight?
Hi all, I know the subject line seems a bit absurd considering this is a weight loss site but, I just really do not know where to start with weight loss. I have tried in the past with myfitnesspal however it just ends up getting me worried and hungry since I stay within my calorie limit but end up going over my macros. In…
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15 lbs in 3 weeks? Possible?
I know its crazy and not the healthiest amount of time to lose weight in but, I am desperate. I am going to a reunion and need to lose 15 lbs in 3 weeks, I am not planning on keeping it that way after and hope to get to a healthier lifestyle afterwards but, this is just a short-term quick fix. Does any one have any tips or…
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Exercise vs Calorie Intake?
This may sound like a silly question but if I'm on a 1480 calorie diet and go over by 500 calories but then exercise to burn 600 calories will I still lose weight or will it not matter? What happens?
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Can I lose calories this way effectively?
I ate a big dinner tonight since I went out with the family and am wondering should I work out now or can I work out in the morning and lose calories from the dinner? Which makes more of a difference, if I exercise now or in the morning? Thanks
