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When do muscles stop holding onto water?
I've started lifting and a little cardio in the last few weeks - 4xweekly for just about 45min. I tried on my jeans yesterday and found they were tight on the thighs. (Not what I'm used to - I'm an apple shape). Was initially discouraged and then realised it's likely due to my muscle retaining fluid while it repairs…
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Confused
If you can't build any significant muscle while in a deficit, and lifting doesn't really help your CV health, what's the point of lifting while you're trying to lose weight? I don't really understand....
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When did you see results?
So I've been persuaded to exercise...finally! My plan is to go the gym and do mostly weights and a bit of cardio, three times weekly. My question is - how long did it take for you to see a physical difference in yourself after starting exercise? I'm sure this has been asked before but I can't find it!
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Exercise and shape change
Does exercise change your shape if you're in a deficit and still have plenty to lose? I'm currently 175 and would like to be 145 (have lost 25 so far) and am not exercising. I'd probably only start now if I thought it would affect my appearance right now. Any before/after exercise pictures from people who still have plenty…
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Adjusting calories after loss
I don't understand why I keep reading about adjusting your calories after a loss. Does mfp not do that automagically when you update your weight? If not, how should I do it? I've lost 23lb so far, but am slowing down.
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Belly buttons!
My belly button still looks sad. I'm currently at 179lb (5'6") having lost 21lb. I'd like to lose 20lb more. Has anyone succeeded in having a normal round belly button after losing weight, or is mine destined to be miserable forever?!
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Smoothies - reduce appetite/cravings?
Hi! (First post from me :) ) I've tried for my whole life to lose weight, but always fail within a week or so, which makes me give the whole thing up. However, I bought a well-known make of smoothie blender after Xmas, and have been having a smoothie (inc fruit, veg and nuts/avocado) for breakfast every morning. I've found…
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Ideas for DVD box
Hi there, I'm planning a nice present for my brother's 40th birthday - a set of films by his favourite directors (Coen brothers). I'd like to find a cool box to present these DVDs in. Something like a cigar box (or something else vintage or cool) would be great, but I can't find anything the right size! (about 5/6"x6"x8").…
