thunder_bunny
New User
40 posts since May 2nd, 2005
New User
40 posts since May 2nd, 2005
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The problem with going on a fast to lose weight is that it doesn't last. You will regain the weight as soon as you return to a normal diet, plus a little more. Not to mention the fact that you will feel tired and miserable during the whole process.
Also, the things you're suggesting such as turning up the heat and wearing a trash bag do not m... more
Get your height measured again and then ask to have your bodyfat tested with calipers. That might give you a clearer understanding of where you're at physically.
Eating flavored oatmeal 4-5x a week will probably hinder the results you want. There is around 15 grams of sugar in a packet of flavored oatmeal, not to mention that you will digest this a lot quicker than regular oatmeal and will be hungier later on.
They do have low sugar options available which might not be a bad start. :)
They do have low sugar options available which might not be a bad start. :)
I agree. When you're weight training you want to judge your success by inches and bodyfat percentage. The scale can be very misleading.
Don't become discouraged. Muscle weighs more than fat but is smaller. More muscle means you're burning more calories and therefore more fat.
Don't become discouraged. Muscle weighs more than fat but is smaller. More muscle means you're burning more calories and therefore more fat.
Well, the browning and smell of blood can sometimes change when you're going off and on birth control. I remember something similiar happening to me when I was younger, but it hasn't happened since.
Even if you refuse to let the gyno examine you physically, you should at least talk to one so they can try to help you out. Also, getting examine... more
Hey sandyallen,
i understand what you're going through. I've been unemployed twice. The first time due to layoffs and the 2nd time I was fired. I completely hated the 2nd job and I had a lot of angst after that.
The worst part about it was that both these occasions were during the winter. So not only was I stuck at home all day, I coul... more
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