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Can I get some input on my food diary?
I am so frustrated. I'm losing weight at such a slow rate compared to the past (a couple months ago). I weigh my food on a food scale & I wear a Polar HRM when I exercise to determine calories burned. I'm struggling to stay motivated & fighting the urge to dive head first into a bag of Doritoes! But I'm not going…
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What to eat before working out
I'm currently working on the Couch to 5K running program -- it's a struggle! I like to work out first thing in the morning before eating, but seem to run out of steam faster when I exercise on an empty stomach. Any suggestions on a light snack I can eat right before working out that will give me some quick energy? I do…
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1600 cals/day....need food inspiration & ideas
I am trying to wrap my brain around eating 1600 cals (MFP goal at 1280 plus about 400 exercise calories). I use my hrm for the calories burned so I feel like I'm really on the right track. I have lost 7 lbs in a month so it's obviously working! I'm struggling with ideas and foods to eat. After many years of thinking I…
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TDEE minus 15% is less than BMR -- So Darn Confused
After reading many posts on these boards, I have decided that I would like to give the TDEE at sedentary minus 15% a try with eating back exercise calories as I am currently inconsistent with my exercise (working on it). 54 yr old woman Currently 178 lbs Goal 155 lbs Sedentary job Weight train 2x/week; try to get in cardio…
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Sweet treat ideas for after dinner
Does anyone have suggestions for a calorie friendly treat for after dinner? I really crave a bit of sweetness after a healthy dinner & I've run out of ideas. Thanks!
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Upping calories - how do I do this?
I'm so conditioned to aiming for around 1200 calories that I am having trouble planning & eating more calories. After researching the whole BMR/TDEE thing, I have decided to test out eating 1500 calories per day. I thought it would be easy to do, but I find it difficult to incorporate into my day. Any suggestions on…
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Weight training - measurements not changing
Hi everyone. i have been on MFP since March and have about 20 pounds left to lose. I have been taking a weight training class twice a week for about 3 months now. We use weight machines, free weights & our body weight for the 35-40 minute class. I am thrilled to see a little bit of definition in my arms & legs! I am not so…
