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@dawn16 Yeah, OP said she saw a difference almost immediately also! I'm going to try it, starting TODAY (no time like right now, eh?). Normally I only drink liquor, though sometimes cider, which is pretty sugary.

@ambsfuller Nice! This is really interesting. I have celiac disease, so fortunately or unfortunately, I can't eat a lot of processed carbs anyway unless there's a gluten-free substitute - so that's what I've been doing for bread, but it's really expensive ($10/week on bread!), and I also use...

@nobby Yes, and also during the pull-ups. It irks me for some reason.

@ambsfuller So after you cut the processed carbs, it only took you a week to see a big difference in your bloating/stomach pooch, or did it just take a week to get used to it? I usually eat breads at least once a day, but was just reading a study that mentioned processed carbs as a culprit for...

@b429 That's fine! I agree that they're really fun, even if using free weights might allow you to be more consistent. I use the lat pulldown too because I like it, but I just keep it in mind going to a different gym that it might feel different. :)

@03km0 Haha yeah, I said the number the diameter of the pulleys. ;)

@geldastriz Oh! My degree in mechanical engineering is finally useful! YES, cable weights are different across different machines. There are a number of different factors that play into the force needed to move the pin-loaded plates including the number and diameter of the pulleys, the material...

@clbbig Hello! Plenty of people here aren't fat, but are still trying to lose weight, maybe gain muscle, eat less crap food, and feel better overall, so you're in the right place. You don't need to advertise your fitness journey to your friends - studies even show that you'll probably be less...