Probably just being a 'nervous Nellie'...😣
21 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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Wow! This is some great info CrystalJo74! I’m going to keep this in mind when I put my meals together for the week.
21 Mar 22 by member: Daph222
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Great Daph222!! It always makes me smile to hear my posts are helpful😁
21 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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I guess I will message my Dr and ask for dietitian referral. 🤔
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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Water content plays a huge role in how they work. You may have been better hydrated one day. Ideally it should be 3 hrs after setting, sleeping or working out, but that’s hard to do all the time. I only weigh first thing so conditions are the closest to same as possible each time. It gives a higher bf number but better to compare over time
22 Mar 22 by member: Shake Those Pounds
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I see the water number now. The bf is based heavily on that and they are very different. You did NOT lose that much muscle
22 Mar 22 by member: Shake Those Pounds
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thanks Crystaljo I love reading what you post. and your doing great, you have come a very long way. be encouraged.
22 Mar 22 by member: buenitabishop
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@Shake...I do try to weigh when I wake up each morning (after I use the bathroom)...but I don't always wake at the same time. In general, the longer I stay in bed, the lower the weight.
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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@buenita...you are so sweet & encouraging every day. Such a blessing to me🤗💙🙏
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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I hate BMI. According to that chart, I'll still be overweight even when I hit my target weight goal. My doctor wants me under 180. I'd look like Tom Hanks in Castaway at that number. Best Wishes to all
22 Mar 22 by member: 2handedjam
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Thanks for another great post. Going to work a bit more on protein. Sorry to read that your "fancy pants" scale is being a fickle temperamental diva. 😕 Maybe the check in with your Dr will put your mind at ease. No suggestions to offer. I don't have one of those "too big for its britches" scales. My scale just gives me my weight. 😃 You're invested in healthy changes that are working. Just me, but I would mostly put my trust in that and my feeling of wellness.
22 Mar 22 by member: losingtowin1
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2handedjam— the BMI was created to be a SCREENING tool only. It does not take into consideration body fat vs muscle. people have so focused on BMI numbers and that is so wrong. There are much better ways to do this, read up a bit on the subject. Meantime just focus on healthier eating (not perfect) and increasing physical activity and increasing muscle strength.
22 Mar 22 by member: Kenna Morton
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Yippee, I do all of 1st chart! Today is another day of carb cycling. I don't really find this all that difficult, last Sat had a bit of cravings around 3 pm and 7 pm...those are always hard times for me but I just pushed thru. I have only lost 1 lb ( only been doing it for 2 weeks) but I do notice an increase in energy and sharpness.
22 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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Thanks so much Crystaljo and you encourage me everyday by your enthusiasm, and your so energetic it makes me want to improve.
22 Mar 22 by member: buenitabishop
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@losingtowin...💙thank you for your comments and bringing a 😊 about my 'fickle' scales. I am scheduling an appt with my PCP today regarding a possible referral to nutritionist. We'll see 👀🤷♀️
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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@Kenna...you're right, that I may be too focused on BMI, BF, muscle mass, etc. I am eating healthier than before I started here, I have increased my physical activity (and mobility) since I started here and I am able to lift light weights on a routine basis. It's my energy/fatigue level that is flagging lately (which could also be related to my other medical diagnoses)
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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@Diana...Hiii 👋 So good to see you today and to hear how well things are going for you!! You continue to inspire and motivate me to 'keep at it'. Thank you 💙
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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@2handed...I try to post a variety of visuals on weight loss/nutrition/fitness topics. Not every post is helpful to every person, but I hope that you might find SOME of the topics interesting or useful. Best wishes to you as we muddle through on our way to eventual success! 👍✌💙
22 Mar 22 by member: CrystalJo74
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Water Crystal Jo - the body including muscles contain and hold water so when you look at the comparison - your water level seems to be the indicator for the other measurements. Good for you - when you managed to get your scale to actually read those measurements in the first place - mine did one time and it was over so quick that I did not have time to write down the numbers - Like a flash it was over - have a Thankful Tuesday!
22 Mar 22 by member: Jergens123
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Thanks be to Kenna Norton for once again providing us with a "Voice of Reason" - You are a "Success" Crystal Jo !!! You ARE.
22 Mar 22 by member: Jergens123
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