My 4HB Goal: To go from 200 to 175lbs and achieving a 18 %bf (this is the hardest part for me). Wish me luck!

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    I commented on LauraCox's reply:

    this is a lot more detail that some of you might want to read but overall very interesting. http://www.leangains.com/2010/11/cheat-day-strategies...

    Oct 11th 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    I am following the lean gains protocol by Martin Berkhan. He is pretty well known in the IF world I'd assume. Along the protocol, it works real w...

    Oct 5th 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    I am currently doing the lean gain IF method of 16/8 hr per day of fasting and eating. I feel great while still maintaining my my slow-carb diet....

    Oct 2nd 2012
    I commented on Caren Jackson's reply:

    some of the benefits of grass-fed beef is in the fats it contains (high omega-3s,etc) compare to non-grass fed. Grass fed is great and delicious ...

    Sep 3rd 2012
    I commented on ahidalgo's reply:

    this is breaking ALL the rules...

    Sep 3rd 2012
    Jun 25th 2012
    I commented on TeeRaySee's reply:

    Congrats Akane!! Inspiration to all of us here !

    Jun 25th 2012
    I commented on rodtrueofabby's reply:

    Icandoit is spot on!

    Jun 15th 2012
    I commented on rodtrueofabby's reply:

    tell them you have gluten allergies or don't be afraid to put a serious face and tell them that you simple don't want to eat cake. Sometimes peo...

    Jun 14th 2012
    I replied to a question:

    Re: Protein after or before workout

    If you are incorporating workouts this page might help you plan out your day. Keep in mind that you are doing SC diet but in regard of pre or post workout shake, it is recommended to get it after...

    Jun 9th 2012
    I commented on my reply:

    Charles Poliquin is a strength training coach and his site has a broad range or articles for nutrition and workout. He has several articles that ...

    Jun 3rd 2012
    I replied to a question:

    Re: Fruit, How bad is it really?

    This is a good article explaining the effects of insulin on the body. At the same time, it has a section where it explain HOW fructose affects insulin and liver and why we should limit it. htt...

    Jun 3rd 2012
    I commented on Maria Rider's reply:

    haha, we all come to experience the saggy pants. My belt is my new best friend

    May 30th 2012
    I commented on yaquii's reply:

    The list is limited. I would experiment instead.

    May 29th 2012
    I commented on Maria Rider's reply:

    I would keep the legumes. You need to have some carbs in your body but adding the coffee will introduce more healthy fats in your day. I just cou...

    May 29th 2012
    I commented on my reply:

    So far, I've been on this hybrid for 3 weeks and it seems to work reasonably well (~2% BF loss). My weight has not change but my BF% has, which i...

    May 28th 2012
    I commented on Maria Rider's reply:

    hey everyone, I've become a huge fan of this coffee (I use ghee, coconut oil (for the MCTs), and cream ) and I can't seem to put the cup down. So...

    May 28th 2012
    I replied to a blog post:

    Re: SCD + Occam's Protocol

    I'd like to share this with you all. I figure we all here are trying this hybrid SCD/OP so any extra online help would be nice. This article by Charles Poliquin gives tips on how to prep your me...

    May 24th 2012
    I commented on arctichacker's reply:

    hey, are you also doing the SCD cheat day or introducing the occam 'anti-cheat' day of 50% protein intake one time a week? I am also trying to do ...

    May 24th 2012
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    May 22nd 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    thought I should share this with you. I decided to cut out wheat from my cheat day yesterday as an experiment. Everything else was allowed , so s...

    May 20th 2012
    I commented on my reply:

    Maybe try a cheat meal instead of a cheat day. You could test out not eating wheat on the cheat day (some argue that this is the cause of the sic...

    May 19th 2012
    I replied to a question:

    Re: Not getting the expected results

    when you say you do not cheat, does this also mean you do not have cheat days or cheat meals? just wondering

    May 18th 2012
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    May 17th 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    I don't think you are breaking 1000 calories with that menu. Try eating whole foods for lunch and add protein to each of your meals (about 30g) p...

    May 9th 2012
    I commented on Maria Rider's reply:

    cheat day could be quite deadly and sometime I've felt like I won't be able to fall asleep due to all the food. To avoid this sick feeling on che...

    May 9th 2012
    I commented on jodyalbritton's reply:

    yea, if you look at my food intake it is definitely in the 'undervalued' regime. I am certain that calorie intake should be maybe 200+ calories t...

    May 7th 2012
    I am doing a challenge!

    The Thor Workout Part 2: Kettlebell Circuit 1

    Get the 3 official fat-cutting kettlebell routines that Chris Hemsworth used to lean down for the role of Thor. Chris's trainer Michael Knight deve...

    May 7th 2012
    I am doing a challenge!

    Intermittent Fasting for 9-5ers

    This challenge will introduce you a weight loss tactic known as intermittent fasting (IF). Don't worry, it's not a starvation diet, it's simply a m...

    May 7th 2012
    I am doing a challenge!

    30-Day Six Pack Sprint: Before You Begin

    Take the 30-day Six Pack Challenge and join members jackedup and Yes as they race to get ripped six pack abs. They are both around ~16% body fat an...

    May 7th 2012
    I asked a question:

    Resting Metabolic Rate to estimate daily calories

    Hey guys, Alright, I feel like I've been on this page 24/7 now trying to figure out exactly what is affecting my stalling. Last week I cut out my protein shake because "I shouldn't drink my...

    May 4th 2012
    I replied to a question:

    Re: Breakfast problem.. suggestions please!!

    I know what you mean. Initially I was doing protein shakes but people here have felt stalling through and I myself did as well. Now I am sticking with a 2 egg with spinach plus a sausage link (tr...

    May 3rd 2012
    I commented on arctichacker's reply:

    @arctichacker, looking at your site for %BF calculation and lean body composition, first off, AWESOME site! and I am looking at buying a caliper s...

    May 1st 2012
    I commented on TenaciousMe's reply:

    Ah this is very confusing...

    May 1st 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    Oh, question: is Dr. Davis argument on wheat a nation-wide issue or a world-wide issue? I mean, is the wheat base products (like local bread in F...

    Apr 30th 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    Excellent story, Im glad to know you are doing better now and thanks for sharing this. It further my motivation to continue to look at the produc...

    Apr 29th 2012
    I commented on gretchenlin's reply:

    Ok, this is making feel like if I want bread I will have to make it myself (which I do sometime with flaxseed meal and almond meal). I figured be...

    Apr 29th 2012
    I asked a question:

    Trader Joes European Style Whole Grain Bread, yay or nay?

    Yes, I know the first thing people might read is 'bread' and an immediate 'nay' might come to mind. This good I suppose since it means the mind in trained to 4HB routine. I ask because looking a...

    Apr 29th 2012
    Apr 16th 2012
    I commented on arctichacker's reply:

    How often are you guys doing this kettle bell video? I figure it is pretty intense to start every day so I might just begin with 3-times a week. ...

    Apr 16th 2012
    I commented on shane's reply:

    If ALA is giving you a problem, I would reduce the intake or dosage per pill. For now, avoid ALA at night to reduce the acid in your stomach and m...

    Mar 6th 2011
    I commented on justin's reply:

    No, not really, the pass two weeks I went down to 0lbs and then back to 2lbs. I think it was because I added lemon juice and nuts...this may hav...

    Mar 6th 2011
    I asked a question:

    is 3tbsp of lemon per meal too much

    AHHHH! help me guys! Something is happening and I've stalled weight loss (and fat percent). Here is the weights since saturday: sat: 194.2 lbs, (cheat day) big protein breakfast within an hour an...

    Feb 4th 2011
    I replied to a question I'm following:

    Re: Is 2lb a week a normal weight loss rate? is there anything I might be doing wrong?

    I measure myself at the same time every few days and weigh myself everyday at the same time under the same conditions. I do not eat cheese nor drink diet drink (maybe 1 or 2 a week under 12 fl oz...

    Feb 2nd 2011
    I replied to a question I'm following:

    Re: Lemon / Lime Juice - Ok or Not?

    is 3tbsp the minimum or maximum?

    Feb 1st 2011
    I replied to a question I'm following:

    Re: Lemon & Lime

    Just to make sure, it is 3tbsp of lemon juice before each meal? is it right before or 30 mins before? I got lemon juice in a bottle not from concentrate and taste just as fine, read the ingredien...

    Feb 1st 2011
    I asked a question:

    is 2lbs a week weight loss a normal begining rate?

    Quick question (maybe not so quick), I know in the book it states that for men it is normal to gain more than 4 lbs after a cheat day and we should only worry about the weight 48 hrs after. Do m...

    Jan 31st 2011
    I asked a question:

    Is 2lb a week a normal weight loss rate? is there anything I might be doing wrong?

    Quick question (maybe not so quick), I know in the book it states that for men it is normal to gain more than 4 lbs after a cheat day and we should only worry about the weight 48 hrs after. Do m...

    Jan 31st 2011