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Re: Is 1200 calories/day sustainable?
I'm 5'6", was 40 when i started my weight loss journey (have been maintaining a 145 pound loss for three years) and i worked out four days per week and walked my dog twice a day and i was eating…11 -
Re: When you started maintenance, did you have a hard time deciding how to spend your extra calories?
Nope. I started baking and have dessert every night now. I also eat bigger portions. I had a hard time figuring out my exact maintenance calories. I lost seven more pounds trying to get it right.5 -
Re: How much is too much protein for a female losing weight ?
i thought this was a great article and outlines recommendations: https://www.aworkoutroutine.com/how-much-protein/ the short version: "If you’re trying to lose fat, build muscle, maintain muscle…1 -
Re: What did you buy that helped you lose weight?
Two things: Good running shoes. I lost weight walking - i went through a pair of shoes every 10-12 weeks. Never underestimate the value of good shoes. Kitchen scale. Twas a sad, sad day when i learne…11 -
Re: Should I eat back exercise calories?
it's really up to you - MFP and exercise machines overestimate, so if you choose to eat them back (because you're hungry) stick with eating no more than 50%. if you're not hungry, just add them to yo…10
