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Apps selection for food logging and fitness

Hello, after trying out a bunch of apps related to fitness and nutrition tracking, I wanted to share my favorite "golden" finds, I hope it can help some be a bit more motivated and in control of their weight loss with those (it did with me !)

  • Nutrition tracking: Cronometer

Cronomoter has multiple big advantages for me:

  1. Web app (so you can switch between your phone and a computer, very handy)
  2. Free version allowing tracking of micro / macro nutriments and scanning food (MyFitnessPal doesn't)
  3. Nice UI
  4. Large food collection
  5. Sync compatability with Health Apps (Garmin, Apple, etc...) for burned calories and weight tracking

The best paid alternative would be MacroFactor in my opnion The paid subscription to Cronometer doesn't offer much

  • Gym / workout app: Hevy

Hevy has very similar advanatges to cronometer:

  1. Web app (which streamline with cronometer quite well)
  2. Free version largely enough (paid version only offers additional optional stats)
  3. Nice UI
  4. Large exercice collection
  5. RPE tracking
  6. Different kinds of sets (warmups, failure, dropset...)
  7. Plate adjencement calculator for barbells

An alternative would be the app Strong, which is very similar to Hevy but doesnt have a web app and is not as active as Hevy on the developer side

For cardio apps i would recommend a sportwatch with its associated app (for example Garmin but Apple seems to do good too).

Of course, you don't have to install and use those apps to have a successful weight loss, but it can help !

If you have any suggestions its welcomed :)

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2024/11/04
07:30 UTC

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[Challenge] European Accountability Challenge: November 4th, 2024

hi team Euro accountability, I hope you’re all well! For anyone new who wants to join today, this is a daily post where you can track your goals, keep yourself accountable, get support and have a chat with friendly people at times that are convenient for European time zones.

Check-in daily, weekly, or whatever works best for you. It’s never the wrong time to join! Anyone and everyone are welcome! Tell us about yourself and let's continue supporting each other. Let us know how your day is going, or, if you're checking in early, how your yesterday went! Share your victories, rants, problems, NSVs, SVs, we are here!

I want to shortly also mention — this thread lives and breathes by people supporting each other :) so if you have some time, comment on the other posts! Show support, offer advice and share experiences!

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2024/11/04
06:42 UTC

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Secret Eaters made me log my food honestly.

Long time lurker, first time posting here.

I was scrolling this sub and stumbled across a comment recommending Secret Eaters series to understand why the numbers on the scale doesn’t move.

It was really an eye opener and I realised we tend to overlook the tid-bits and snacks in between the main meals. After watching few episodes of the Secret Eaters, I logged ALL the foods that I’ve eaten and yeah, 6 out of 7 days were more than 1,700 calories, more than my TDEE. No wonder I didn’t lose any weight. I may feel that I ate in small portion for my lunch and dinner, but the snacks are the culprit that add-on over the weeks.

So, yeah. need to be honest in tracking food. We tend to be in-denial that we’re eating more calories secretly.

p/s: sorry English is not my first language.

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2024/11/04
06:21 UTC

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First time lost weight in life couldn't be happier

I (20F) lost weight for the first time in my life. I was previously 131 lbs /59.4 kgswhich is not a lot but since I am quite short (less than 150 cms) I always felt to be on the fatter.

I would always binge on food and had a poor relationship with food as in if I knew I had something packed like chips or cookies they wouldn't last in my inventory no matter if I have had a full course meal and since I am a software engineer I always had to sit on my desk.

But from the last few weeks I tried to start fixing from my diet and added stuff like Apple cider coz I read it in a glucose revolution book. I am not saying it was cure of it all but maybe even as placebo it did help me loose some of the weight . Though I think it's just water weight. But I've never had this experience to going my scale down.

My target weight is 50kgs /110 lbs so that I can finally feel my better self.

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2024/11/04
06:19 UTC

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Trying not to have a breakdown after my weekend binge

Eating clean for the week is easy but here’s my weakness— alcohol, on the weekends. I’ve completely stopped drinking during the weekdays, eating clean is no problem during the weekdays and weekends, but it’s the alcohol. I’ve even switched over to vodka/tequila since it’s supposedly lower in calories but I feel like utter shit. It’s hard especially because i’m in my early 20s and there’s always some type of event/party happening on the weekends where alcohol is available.

Last night I went on a date, went to a barcade and it was fun! The guy paid for everything including our drinks and I just kept ordering beers because I didn’t want to sip on hard liquor and black out on the first date. I woke up and of course I was bloated as shit and feel like all my hard work and progress has been thrown away and i’m at square one again.

I know i’m just overreacting, I eat within my deficit (1,700 being my maintenance so I usually eat between there or a little less) and I workout 4-5 times a week because my job is sedentary. I feel awful having even one cheat day because I know the next day when I look in the mirror i’ll be even bigger than before. I try to drink once a day on the weekends versus all three days which is a major cutback i’ve adjusted to and most times i’m successful, I drank Friday and Saturday and i’m dreading even looking at a scale, I want to cry. I just want my old skinny body back. I don’t care about being “thick” or having curves I want to be petite, wanted, and thin again.

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2024/11/04
05:28 UTC

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★OFFICIAL WEEKLY★ Medication Mondays: Tales of Transformation – Discuss Your Weight Loss Drug Journeys!

In our weekly recurring thread, "Medication Mondays: Tales of Transformation," we invite users to openly share and discuss their experiences with weight loss medications. This dedicated space aims to foster a supportive community where individuals can exchange insights, challenges, and triumphs related to their weight loss journeys. Whether you're currently on a medication regimen, considering it, or have successfully navigated this path, this thread serves as a valuable resource for gaining diverse perspectives and guidance. From sharing dosage details to discussing lifestyle changes and potential side effects, participants can engage in constructive conversations that empower and inform. The collective wisdom shared in "Medication Mondays" not only builds a knowledge base but also creates a sense of camaraderie, fostering a community that understands the nuances of using weight loss medications.

This is not a space to seek out medications without appropriate prescriptions or discuss using the medications in a way that violates our "No Promoting or Encouraging Unhealthy Weight Loss Methods" rule.

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2024/11/04
05:01 UTC

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experience with weight loss/gain on lexapro?

about three years ago i was hovering around 220 lbs. this year I started at 200 and started getting more serious about my diet + weight loss and when I last weighed in I was around 176. I'm happy to see the number go down and also happy to feel the changes.

unfortunately I've always dealt with chronic depression. have had it since I was a senior in undergrad. this year, I talked to a psych and she prescribed lexapro but I've heard so much about it causing people to gain weight.

as much as I want to be mentally healthy I do not want medicine to sidetrack the progress I've made this year. i know how terrible that sounds.

obviously everyone's bodies are different but I would love to hear from anyone who has dealt with anything related to depression meds and weight loss/gain -- specifically lexapro.

ty ty!

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2024/11/04
03:17 UTC

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I don't normally post, but....

I am 60 years old and have weighed as much as 220 lbs. Today I got on the scale and, after over 20 years, read 199 lbs! Finally.

To all you younger folks, it is MUCH, MUCH easier to lose weight when you are younger than when you are older. Your metabolism slows way down and things just get more difficult. Turning 60 really opened my eyes about going into my retirement years out of shape. I now go to the gym and play racquetball three times a week, I don't eat unlimited amounts of ice cream anymore, although I do have Klondike bars occasionally as they much smaller than the bowl I would usually make. Also, it is easy to stop at one because eating a second one just feels wrong now.

Take my advice, don't wait until you are my age to lose your weight and get in shape. Start now, no matter how old you are.

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2024/11/03
23:55 UTC

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Is MyFitnessPal giving me an accurate daily allotment of calories?

I've been using MyFitnessPal for the past couple weeks to track my calories, and I've been pretty successful in staying within my limits for the most part to lose some weight.

But the last couple days I've been struggling to stay below the limit that MyFitnessPal set for me - I'm 5'7 and (currently) 212 pounds, but it only has me at 1220 calories a day? I'm pretty sedentary, I'm a grad student and usually spend my free time catching up on sleep or reading, but I still feel like this is pretty restrictive? I don't know, I feel like I'll struggle to keep it up long-term, especially when I visit home for Thansgiving and Christmas break and I'm eating more homecooked meals by my parents that I can't as accurately track calories for.

Any advice or insight would be much appreciated! If I just have to suck it up and do the 1220 I'll be fine, I'll just invest in some high-volume low-calorie foods, I just want to make sure it's a standard/normal calorie deficit.

EDIT: I had accidentally set it to a ~1000-calorie deficit per day ?? Apparently it was set to a 2 lb weight loss/week, combined with my sedentary status it was a pretty low allotment! Adjusted it for a 1.5 lb weight loss/week, and taking into account feedback I'll try and factor in a bit more exercise for some more calories. I enjoyed solitary walks during COVID, might be the time to try getting back into those :) Thanks everyone for the advice!!

11 Comments
2024/11/03
23:54 UTC

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I'm tired

I'm tired of being me. There is a lot wrong with my life but I feel my weight is one of the only issues I have control over. I'm thinking of going on a very low calorie diet until christmas just to see how much weight I can lose. I have to make sacrifices like having to stop drinking, but drinking is just a temporary bandaid for my issues. Maybe life will be better when I become skinny. I dont really have much of an apetite anyways these days.

If I manage to keep at it I might have a reason to go on by new years.

I'll make an update on the first of december to inform about how much weight Ive lost.

19 Comments
2024/11/03
23:37 UTC

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advice on how to lose weight healthily?

i’m recovered from anorexia, but recently gained some weight after a rough patch. i’m overweight now and would like to lose 25 pounds by my birthday on the 14th of february to reach a healthy weight again

issue is, i’ve only ever lost weight through unhealthy means. i don’t want to relapse but i have no idea how healthy people lose weight. this time around, i want to lose weight in a way that won’t sacrifice my sanity. i don’t have money to afford a dietitian or therapist so i’m trying to research how non disordered people lose weight

how they exercise, how they manage events where food is present, how they manage going over their calorie budget, everything. please give me some pointers

10 Comments
2024/11/03
23:18 UTC

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Regaining everything on meds

I lost 50+ pounds in 2022 and felt so great. I plateaued for a long time, eventually burning myself out as I tried to force myself to eat less and less. I took a break but was able to maintain for a good 8-10 months.

Then, I started an SSRI and noticed my weight creeping up and up and up. I am on a low dose and I finally feel balanced after tinkering for a year. At this point I really do not want to come off of it. I run my own business, parent two kids, and am under pressure almost 100% of the time. Physically, I do not feel good. I hate it and am really noticing the weight creep. So embarrassing and disappointed with myself.

I am hoping to shift my focus back to weight loss. I can’t tell if it’s because my business exploded and I’m working around the clock or if it’s this particular med that is making it extra tough, but I’d love to hear some encouragement when it comes to SSRI meds. Some say weight loss is impossible on them, some say it’s possible, just much slower.

Would love to hear your experience!

Also, if anyone runs their own business and has kids, how have you been able to keep focus on health goals?

☹️

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2024/11/03
22:31 UTC

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30 Day Accountability Challenge - Day 3

Hello fabulous folks!  

Day three of November. Sunday, Sunday, Sunday. Let’s talk goals! 

Nanowrimo 1,667 words a day: 4,488/5,001 words. I’m working on this after this post.  

Fruit or veg with every meal, one piece of cake a week: 🍓in my brunch, dinner is TBD but at the very least pesto. Probably an 🍎 too.    

Maintenance: On it. It’s cake day!        

Don’t spend $ outside of preset weekly budget: On it. 

Weigh in daily to establish trend weight: Got it this morning and I didn’t hate the number ⭐       

Find a way to enjoy moving my body everyday: Got it today. 2/3 days.  

Journal for two minutes every morning: Got it. 3/3 days.   

Today's gratitude or laugh list: Today, I’m grateful for my home and the people in it. I’m also grateful for access to mental healthcare. My cat made me smile because I gave him fresh catnip and he crawled into my lap like a little space cadet, just staring at the ceiling.    

Meditate (sensory grounding) for 5 minutes to combat hyper vigilance: Yep, on it. Lit the candles and played the singing bowl.     

Self-care activity for today: 15 minutes of the DBT workbook. I had a nap today & this evening I will have a shower followed by all the skin care.      

How did I do yesterday? I got into the leftover Halloween candy before bed, and it trashed my sleep. Nightmares all night. Not the worst Saturday, not the best.     

Your turn folks! 

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2024/11/03
22:28 UTC

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New to trying to lose weight, questions about how to

So today I bought a scale because my doctor needed my weight on a form, and after not weighing myself in over a year I was suprised I was obese, 100kg (220.4623lb) at 5' 10". I've never tried losing weight before, I know that in theory it's just consume less calories, but I've got some questions about how to handle the logisitics of it.

For example, at work I get lunch from a canteen. The portions are pretty large, but I have no idea how many calories are in it, or how I'd go about figuring it out?

Also, I have a bad habit of snacking on chocolate, can I replace this by just snacking on fruit like grapes and oranges, or should I avoid snacking all together?

Finally, is this something I should jump into at 100%, suddenly reducing the amount I'm eating to the amount I need to be having to lose the ideal weight, or do I switch slowly to it?

If anyone has any other tips for losing weight to someone entirely new to it, I'd appreciate hearing them!

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2024/11/03
21:40 UTC

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Weight Loss Buddy

I (F21) am looking for a weight loss buddy. I keep falling off the wagon and succumbing to my cravings. I have binge eating tendencies, which I did recover from during the spring and summer but ever since starting college, I have been unfortunately engaging in this behavior again. It sucks. So, I figure an accountability buddy would be great. I want to lose the last ten pounds, which I have been trying to do for the past two years now. lol. Basically, over the past two years, I have been gaining and losing the same five pounds and I really cannot get past my lowest weight of 135. Any advice would also be appreciated!

If anyone reading this wants a buddy, I am looking for someone to do weekly weigh-ins every Monday and someone who can provide moral support along this journey. I will do the same!! Let me know if you are interested :)

5 Comments
2024/11/03
22:07 UTC

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Workout without the gym

I’ve recently been controlling my diet, but it feels like I’m losing weight too slowly without working out. I'm gonna keep it real with yall, I’ve been through a lot of weight changes—I lost over 66 lbs in one year and then gained it back, and I’ve done this three times in just three years. I know it's really tough on my body. This time around, my body doesn’t seem to respond like it did before. I’m cutting my diet the same way, but it’s just not working anymore, so I think I need to start exercising again.

Now that it’s getting colder, I’m not sure what to do without going to the gym. There’s one near me, but I’m not sure if it’s any good based on Google Maps—it looks a bit dirty. Anyway, any recommendations?

14 Comments
2024/11/03
22:04 UTC

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A realistic weight loss result

Last week, I went to my mandatory military service checkup, and it was no surprise that they couldn't accept me, so they gave me one year. The thing is, I am very fat, and I have been fat my whole life. Just now, I realized that I actually need to get up and do something about my weight because I really want to serve my country. I've heard a lot of stories about how people lost insane amounts of weight in a year because something similar happened to them.

So, any idea on how much I will actually manage to lose if I keep doing 2 hours of weight exercise and 1 hour of incline jogging/walking 5 days a week while being in a calorie deficit?.

The checkup guy told me that I don't need to lose an insane amount, and to me, it sounded like they just want me to prove that I'm actually willing to go, and almost everyone loses weight there if they're overweight to begin with. The checkup guy told me that you don't need to lose a insane amount And to me it sounded like they just want me to prove that I'm actually willing to go and almost everyone loses weight in there if theyre overweight to begin with.

FYI: I am 18 years old and weight 152kg/335lbs

27 Comments
2024/11/03
21:54 UTC

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I’ve lost 18.2kgs (40 lbs) since June and I can’t see any difference

I went through a hard time and unfortunately me weight got out of control to 130kg (286 lbs)

I’ve been eating mostly healthy and walking a lot since then and have managed to lose 18.2 kgs. The thing is I can’t notice any difference. No one else in my life seems to have noticed a difference either. I asked my friend and she looked at me for a bit and said “maybe your face is a bit thinner?”

It’s kind of disheartening after putting in so much work. When will I start to see the results in the mirror?

I did try a pair of old jeans on that wouldn’t fit in June and I can now button them comfortably so there must be some physical change. I just can’t see it.

I do naturally have a small waist so I seem to carry alot of the weight in my hips and legs so maybe that’s why it’s less noticeable.

37 Comments
2024/11/03
21:51 UTC

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I'm so hungry, even though I eat three meals a day! Any advice? (postpartum weight loss)

I'm postpartum, and gained MUCH more weight than I needed to when I was pregnant. This is my fourth kid. I've gained tons of weight with each pregnancy, but never had a problem losing it, until now. I have been maintaining at about 153 pounds for the last two months, but I have 20 pounds to go until I hit my pre-pregnancy weight.

My major problem right now is that I get hungry about every 4 hours. Really hungry. Can't ignore it hungry. Ravenous, eat a whole 'nother meal hungry. I usually eat oatmeal and an egg for breakfast. Leftovers or a PB&J sandwich and apple for lunch, and a good hearty supper like spaghetti and salad, baked chicken and rice with peas, or wild rice soup and bread. This is how I used to eat before this pregnancy, when I was maintaining at about 135 pounds. Problem is that about 4 PM and 10 PM, I'm absolutely miserably ravenous. I didn't used to snack before I was pregnant, so I'm not quite sure what's up now.

I am nursing/pumping, but we're in the process of weaning to formula, so I'm only expressing maybe 6-10 ounces of milk a day, and decreasing. Certainly not enough to warrant a whole extra meal or two. I am running once a week, but that's, you know... once a week.

I have started drinking tea in the evenings, so I can have something to taste, but that's only made me realize I'm not bored, I'm just HUNGRY! I've never had this kind of crazy hunger with any of my other post-partum periods, so I'm kind of at a loss. Any advice on dealing with it?

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2024/11/03
21:39 UTC

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Day 1

Officially day 1…again. I’ve tried many times over to no avail. However, I’ve realized one factor was missing, no one held me accountable. So, I’ve turned to the people of this subreddit to help through the journey. I’ll be posting everyday on here.

Now to outline the problem: body fat + a poor diet. I’m a picky eater when it comes to vegetables. I Can’t stand them if they’re just by themselves.

So if anyone has a routine, workout, fitness tip or anything of the sort please share, any support is appreciated!

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2024/11/03
20:33 UTC

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How can I lose weight faster and better?

Age: 13

Height: 5’6

Weight: 189.3

For some information I noticed my eating habits have always been horrible and tried to change that first. Not snacking, eating healthier things (I still do have junk sometimes because that’s all my house has to offer at times), cooking meals when no one else will, only eating when I’m hungry, etc.

My eating habits started getting worse when I started to develop mental health issues regarding my family and friends. I would either eat nothing or eat everything.

I am in Jiu-Jitsu tues-thurs and Saturdays, possibly Fridays in the upcoming weeks. I also do weight lifting and have an at-home gym. ——

I have loss weight, but I’ve also gained weight the last few months. Right now I lost only about 5 pounds the last few weeks after going up, that leaves me where I am now.

How can I lose weight in a healthy manner?

8 Comments
2024/11/03
20:21 UTC

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Hello everyone - Weird question

Long story short; also I do not beg for money here, just want to present the situation as clearly as i can

Im a 18yo male from Poland (85kg 176cm (187.392923 pounds, 5'9 for the users from USA)) currently studying (advanced studies, IT) far from my hometown, I didnt get the student loan last month but I'll try again tomorrow, I have to reaaaallyyy save on money rn. Tomorrow I'll spend 2$ travelling to try get the student loan and I'll be basically out of money until 10th of November. (~1.04$ in my bank account)

I wont have any money for food and I'll ration everything I have to make it to friday. Most of my lectures/labs etc are math/IT based so a lot of thinking (studying IT), I have some leftover chocolate from donating my blood. Got some coffee and tea. Only 3 liters (0.792516157 US gallons) of bottled water and then I'll have to stick to filtered water. I have ~8 slices of toast bread, some salami and butter so I can make myself sandwiches for 4 days in the morning.

Now the biggest question is, CAN i force my body to use leftover fat without it greatly impacting my health?
I can live on water and nicotine, I did it before when I was depressed but I wanted to hear what y'all would say.

Could I eat the toast, take one chocolate and munch on it during the lectures/labs, then come back and go straight to sleep?

Please guys, I do not beg for money, I just want to hear others opinion on this and if it would impact my health a lot. (I'm aware it can greatly impact me when it comes to studying but well, can't do much about it)

I finished a complete bartenders course during summertime but even with that I couldn't land a job in the town I study. EVEN with the student benefits like less TAX for the employer...

24 Comments
2024/11/03
20:14 UTC

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I’m going to ask again, and hopefully you guys aren’t as judgement again: How much more weight can I lose safely as a 6’4” 170 lb man?

I don’t want everyone to say “you shouldn’t do it for them” or “you’re too small” or “you need to go to the gym”. I already go to the gym I’ve already been going for 4 weeks and I have grown to hate it. I JUST WANT TO KNOW HOW MUCH WEIGHT I CAN SAFELY LOSE!!!

23 years old for reference.

In 2021, I lost 65 lbs and went from 235 to 170 lbs. I worked so hard and lost the weight in around 7.5 months (January to late August). I’ve maintained at 170-175 since then, actually losing more weight by mistake during a certain time period, getting down to 157 at my lowest which I am almost positive was due to at the time undiagnosed celiac disease.

Anyways, Reddit has told me I need to lower my body fat percentage and lose more weight since I am skinny fat and have chubby cheeks, and that I need to a slim and hollow face to be more attractive. So I’m just wondering how much weight I can safely lose before it gets unhealthy?

This goes deeper than Reddit. After I lost all the weight I was told by a bunch of family members and a friend that I’m too skinny and that I look unhealthy. I feel I cannot please anyone no matter what do or how hard I try.

I HAVE FUCKING CHUBBY CHEEKS AND BELLY FAT I AM NOT “TOO SMALL”.

Edit: by going to the gym, I mean lifting 3 times a week.

35 Comments
2024/11/03
20:09 UTC

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Trying to figure out calorie needs

I'm 5"2' female 110 35. For two weeks I ate 1300 calories and worked out for an hour a day. I thought this would put me in a 300 calorie deficit based off online TDEE calculators. I ended up losing 2 lbs/week. Which if I understand correctly means I was in a 1000 cal/day deficit. Putting my TDEE at 2300.

I decided to try to figure out my rmr. So for the past week I've been eating 1600 calories and not doing anything active. I lost a pound. Which means I'm in a 500 cal/day deficit. Which means I burn 2100 calories at rest.

Everything I see says my rmr should be around 1200 based on my gender/size/age. 2100 calories seems insane. Can someone help me make sense of this? Am I doing something wrong?

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2024/11/03
19:16 UTC

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Injured, overweight, depressed & committing to losing 100 pounds and being able to dunk a basketball by the end of 2025. The Post surgery/Aging Millenial dunk challenge.

I am documenting this on IG for now and will be doing more professional content on YouTube as I get in the swing of things. If this post gets any engagement, I’ll post where to watch when I post my first update next week.

I am on a boys trip in PHX right now. It’s been a weekend of late nights and tons of absolute dog shit eating. I’ve eaten 6-7 voodoo doughnuts in the last 24hrs. Amongst other things.

I’m recovering from a pretty serious ankle surgery in which I had bone spurs removed from my fibula, tibia and talus. I also had 2 artificial ligaments put in.

I’m tired of being 325lbs. I’m tired of feeling bloated. I’m tired of not having any physical goals. The post surgery recovery process has made me realize how lucky I am.

So, here we go. See you at the rim in 2025.

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2024/11/03
18:29 UTC

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Gut Flora

I am not asking for a medical opinion, but I would like to know what you guys think about the connection between gut flora and wellness/weight loss. I was a total junk food junky in the past, but I am trying to get better at eating healthier. I eat Greek yogurt, tuna/salmon, lots of vegetables, and whole grains. Currently, I have to use benefiber or muralax to keep my system regular. I would love to figure out how to make my system work better and help me with maintenance. I am 5’4”, 57 years old, female, and weight 131 pounds. I am a a happy weight, but I am working on adding more exercise.

7 Comments
2024/11/03
18:25 UTC

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One-derland and 50lbs Lost in one fell swoop!!!!

I AM CELEBRATING! I've been a lurker for a long time here and in April, I finally got the kick I needed.

I was one of the people that for so long couldn't understand why I wasn't losing weight. I'd log, and lose 5 pounds. Then two weeks later and no dietary changes it would come right back. And the cravings! It was like invasion of the body snatchers when they took hold.

I got scared when the scale reached 250. On a 5'0' frame, it was a lot. I went to my doctor looking for help and answers after years of trying ever weight loss plan known to man without success.

I got referred to a specialist to get my answers. The result? Insulin Resistance. It helped to explain a lot of the issues I had been struggling with for years, including those cravings. I got the medications I needed and went to their dietician and worked the program. And I've got a LONG ways left to go, but I am so proud of the work that I've put in.

I just want to put a word of encouragement out to folks who get discouraged after trying it all and not being able to understand why you don't just get it done. Maybe there is a reason that finally helps to give you the tools you need to succeed.

7 Comments
2024/11/03
18:07 UTC

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weakness? possible heart pain or cramp? when exercising

long read.

note: I'm 18-25f and healthy. these past couple months, I've ran for soccer games and done 10-15k on my treadmill and various speeds and had no issue. + no issue before that either and have been active all my life with an active job.

I woke up this morning, ate, and got on my treadmill to do 2500 steps, which i did last night before bed as well and nothing happened. about 1500 steps in I felt a weird tight feeling in my chest. it wasn't like painful, like I didn't feel anything in my chest after it happened.

I had to immediately stop walking. it also made my head feel dizzy/empty? like I was floating. it kind of felt like a lack of oxygen for a moment. I'd say this lasted 10 seconds. I know it came from the middle of the chest and felt familiar to a heart cramp/spasm I might have had in the past so I think it was my heart.

I continued walking but at a slower pace and taking deeper breaths and I felt ok. hours later, no soreness or pain in chest but my headache returned from last night due to my lightheadedness.

side note: since losing weight/eating a lot less, I find myself trying to conserve energy more. for the last couple weeks I've noticed my heart rate has decreased by a lot. i breathe a lot less I feel like. it feels like shallow and slow breathing and my heart beats feels slower compared to before. I'm not sure if that has something to do with it

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2024/11/03
18:06 UTC

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Im really confused what my maintence is

Help with my bmr/maintence?

Ive been average 1200-1300 net calories on MyFitnessPal for the past 45 days.

I’ve had some very rare days as low as 300 and very rare days as high as 2000, but usually I’m around 1300, and my average net calories throughout the 45 days is 1186 but since it’s apparently over approximating with exercise and walking and stuff, im sure it’s closer to 1300.

Im mostly sedentary, i average 3000 steps and maybe 2 days a week i do some light squats and low weight arm curls, mostly to make sure im burning fat instead of muscle.

I drink and eat all types of foods: fast food, sausage, hash browns, bread, noodles, pasta, rice, egg, zero sugarfizzy drinks, monsters, flavoured water, etc.

But try to have a decent amount of protein.

Im 5’4 male 16 and my starting weight was 89kg.

I was told my maintenance would be 2200 or around that.

Though since recently ive been gaining some weight back of the 8.1kg I’ve lost, im worried that it’s not just water weight. So I checked a bmr calculator and it says my bmr is 1757, meaning im in a 400-500 deficit most days.

Is that accurate?

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2024/11/03
17:54 UTC

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Can anyone help me keep my mouth shut?

Sorry just a post for me to rant really. A few years ago I managed to lose quite a bit of weight and keep it off, however the last couple of years I’ve put some on, not lots but my bmi is on the top end of healthy. I just can’t seem to lose any. Ideally I’d like to lose a stone - a stone and a half but I just can’t seem to do it. I’ve had a week of trying to eat better and I seem to have put on. I do exercise, run 20-30 miles most weeks but all I see is how fat I am AGAIN! I’ve never had a great relationship with food, even when I lost weight, I wasn’t eating great and a quick side note but I keep seeing weight loss injections talk everywhere and seeing people lose. Sorry there is no point to this post but I just need a kick up the bum but it’s so hard

7 Comments
2024/11/03
17:51 UTC

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