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Re: Any older participants suggestions?
Congrats on your 20 inches lost! That means you are building muscle which weighs more than fat and could be why the scale is going down more slowly for you. I am 56 and have lost only 7 pounds in ...
Re: Celebrate the little wins
Great Post! I only have little wins as well. I've only lost 7 pounds in 5 weeks. But: I feel fantastic and I've had more than one person tell me I look great!
Wow you must have eaten a lot of them! I didn't put cheese on top,just veggies. One a week has not been a problem for me, but everyone is different...
Re: not a question, just bummed
high protein breakfast drink a lot of water try not to eat anything white!!!! finish your shower with cold water drink grapefruit juice prior to a big meal do air squats and wall pushups within a...
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Re: Whey Protein w/ Water is BLECH!
I use Whole Foods Brand vanilla whey protein powder. It has a little stevia in it. I mix 2 scoops with 2 cups water, 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of almond butter ( or 1/4 of an avocado) ...
Re: Any info on Saunas/ Steam rooms after workouts?
I want to know the same thing because I use a sauna twice a week prior to swimming for an hour. I believe it helps my immune system! I also do the cold showers and ice packs.
Re: Soreness after kettlebells
I think you are smart to start with a low weight and concentrate on your form! The slightest hunch, or even looking down could cause a back injury. I started with a 15 lb. kettlebell and 20 reps a...
Re: TIP: Avoid whey protein when burning fat!
I appreciate the info but am very disappointed. I use a whey powder with a touch of stevia, mix it with water and spinach for my breakfast. I just can not stomach eating breakfast before work and ...
Sometimes I add a quarter of an avacado or 1 tablespoon of almond butter for a healthy fat. Sounds weird but its really good!
Re: Protein Shake for Woman >30% BF
Yes! I have the same problem in the morning. Get the vanilla whey protein powder from Whole Foods. Use 2 scoops with about 2 cups of water, a handfull of spinach,(frozen or fresh), cinnamon, cocoa...
Re: New weight loss trick: Eating almonds with meals?
Great info, Laura! Do you think using a little almond butter on my bowl of vegies is good? I like to add a dash of soy sauce and 1/2 tlbspoon almondbutter to a big bowl of veggies. It gives it a l...
Re: Chicken, peppers, and onions
Sounds good and easy! Leftovers on a salad for lunch!
Re: Silly question about Almond Butter
The cheapest is probably Trader Joe's.
Re: I am starting Monday
Good luck! Don't try everything at once, even the book says so. Read and reread the basics. Don't be hard on yourself if it takes a couple of weeks to get the hang of it. I get so much good info f...
Re: Picture Update- down 9 pounds!
Congrats! I can see more definition in your waist even in the straight-on pic. I'm inspired by hearing of your success at week four. I'm at almost three weeks and only down four pounds. I'll try t...
Re: Women and the 4 Hour Body
Only 4 lbs in almost three weeks, so my results are not what I was hoping for either- BUT I do feel good, lots of energy, not as hungry. I will stick it out another couple of weeks because of what...
Re: Best place to buy a kettlebell
Ocean State Job Lot (in Massachusetts) had a huge selection at very low prices,( less than $1 per pound). Lots of other equipment too.
Re: Girls what size kettle bell
Don't laugh, I'm only using a 15lb kettlebell! I just started last week and I will go get a heavier one soon. I'm 56 years old and although I swim 5 hours a week I have not been using weights in a...
Re: Lemme get a vitamin
I'm having a hard time not eating fruit daily too, but vegies have the same nutrients plus more,so we just have to eat a lot of them.
Re: My Ankles are Swelling
Please check it out with a doctor because if you have water pooling in your ankles you could also have it around your heart. Start actually counting the sodium in everything you put in your mouth...
Re: Women wait until week 5!
Thanks for this post. I'm almost at week three and the results have been slow, only a couple of pounds. I'll stick it out another couple of weeks to see what happens. I do have to say that I'm not...
Re: What slow carb meal can I bring to work for microwaving?
I make a turkey chili with celery,onions, peppers, ground turkey, canned diced tomatos, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes and black beans. When I heat it up at work everyone says it smells de...
Re: What are quick, easy and cheap sources of protein?
I don't like to eat in the morning and also in a rush so I do 2 scoops of vanilla whey protein powder ( total 32 grams protein) mixed in blender with water and a handfull of frozen or fresh spinac...
10 days on the program and have lost 3.5 lbs. I was hoping for more drastic results but I'll take it. I'm afraid to take a cheat day although I wan...
Re: Slow-Carb Cookbook
Thanks! I didn't know it was a free e book!
WOW! Cauliflower Pizza Crust !! Yum!
Easy and delicious! I used pesto on the crust and then loaded it up with vegies. I used a little cheese in the crust to make sure it came out crispy, but I didn't put cheese on top. To make caulif...
Re: How to make a good cup of cinammon coffee?
I put a cinammon stick in the bottom of the coffee pot prior to brewing so it steeps in the hot coffee as it brews. It smells and tastes great! I also use a good brand of coffee because it is not ...
Hi Laura, I saw Tim on Dr. Oz show and then bought the book. I found your site while trying to find out more practical information. I like the fri...
Re: Fat-Loss Results after 11 Days on Slow Carb Diet
WOW! congrats!
Are women doing as well as men on this program?
I've have read some women complain that they have been on the program without the "dramatic" weight loss promised. I am new to the program ( 2 days) and I have been searching the web for...