Need motivation

fitforlife34

I am at 185lbs at 5'3'' and the heaviest I have ever been and I'm tired of it. Thing about me is I'm so inconsistent. I work out for a month, eat right, then go back to my old habits the next month. I'm 36 and want good health. My dad died of a heartattack last month (he ate whatever he wanted I think) and my mom has diabetes, chrons disease etc. Right now I don't have diabetes, and I rarely if ever get sick, but I know I don't feel or look good. I want to lose 50lbs.

So I decided to put aside some money for a trainer. I have 5 sessions so far and she's going to get me on the right track with my workout and diet. Thing is, if I have a plan to stick by that I enjoy most likely I will make it into the gym. Plus, I heard it takes 30 days to form a habit. She says the first 2 months will stink (she lost 100lbs), but after that it actually becomes fun. Did I make the right decision? I know trainers are super expensive, but I feel having someone hold me accountable and know what path I need to be on is a good start.

I will also log in my calories here on this site, as that has helped in the past. Is there anything else I should know to get back on a good path towards losing 50lbs?

callsitlikeiseeit

you dont need a trainer, or fancy diets.

enter your stats into MFP. learn to weigh your food ACCURATELY. log EVERYTHING you eat. Eat within your calorie goals and about half of any exercise calories you burn.

thats really all there is to it.

barryplumber

callsitlikeiseeit wrote: »

you dont need a trainer, or fancy diets.

enter your stats into MFP. learn to weigh your food ACCURATELY. log EVERYTHING you eat. Eat within your calorie goals and about half of any exercise calories you burn.

thats really all there is to it.

DITO.....

fitforlife34

Thanks. I mainly see a trainer to get a workout plan, and see if I'm on the right track. For example, if I'm doing the right weight training exercises and cardio for my body type and to effectively use the most weight. Also, what if there is a day where I overeat and go over my calories (and eat bad foods). That doesn't ruin the whole week does it? Would I just eat less the next day? I always feel scared it ruined my whole progress.

callsitlikeiseeit

i dont think there are 'right' exercises for body types. do what YOU enjoy.

there are no bad foods. food is food. some has better nutrition, but as far as calories go, barring medical issues, food is food. if you go over, you go over. start again the next day. cut back the next day if you feel it necessary (i dont).

ive lost 70 some pounds eating what i want and doing the exercises i want.

callsitlikeiseeit

by the way, you look a LOT like my sister in law LMAO - had to go look at your profile to make sure you werent her LMAO

strong_curves

fitforlife34 wrote: »

I am at 185lbs at 5'3'' and the heaviest I have ever been and I'm tired of it. Thing about me is I'm so inconsistent. I work out for a month, eat right, then go back to my old habits the next month. I'm 36 and want good health. My dad died of a heartattack last month (he ate whatever he wanted I think) and my mom has diabetes, chrons disease etc. Right now I don't have diabetes, and I rarely if ever get sick, but I know I don't feel or look good. I want to lose 50lbs.

So I decided to put aside some money for a trainer. I have 5 sessions so far and she's going to get me on the right track with my workout and diet. Thing is, if I have a plan to stick by that I enjoy most likely I will make it into the gym. Plus, I heard it takes 30 days to form a habit. She says the first 2 months will stink (she lost 100lbs), but after that it actually becomes fun. Did I make the right decision? I know trainers are super expensive, but I feel having someone hold me accountable and know what path I need to be on is a good start.

I will also log in my calories here on this site, as that has helped in the past. Is there anything else I should know to get back on a good path towards losing 50lbs?

fitforlife34 wrote: »

I am at 185lbs at 5'3'' and the heaviest I have ever been and I'm tired of it. Thing about me is I'm so inconsistent. I work out for a month, eat right, then go back to my old habits the next month. I'm 36 and want good health. My dad died of a heartattack last month (he ate whatever he wanted I think) and my mom has diabetes, chrons disease etc. Right now I don't have diabetes, and I rarely if ever get sick, but I know I don't feel or look good. I want to lose 50lbs.

So I decided to put aside some money for a trainer. I have 5 sessions so far and she's going to get me on the right track with my workout and diet. Thing is, if I have a plan to stick by that I enjoy most likely I will make it into the gym. Plus, I heard it takes 30 days to form a habit. She says the first 2 months will stink (she lost 100lbs), but after that it actually becomes fun. Did I make the right decision? I know trainers are super expensive, but I feel having someone hold me accountable and know what path I need to be on is a good start.

I will also log in my calories here on this site, as that has helped in the past. Is there anything else I should know to get back on a good path towards losing 50lbs?

Be patient - weight loss doesn't happen as fast as you'd like but don't let that discourage you.
Be consistent - log every day, even the bad days
Accuracy - there's a thread on mfp that gives good info about weighing portions, logging, etc
Be realistic - DO NOT compare how fast or slow you lose weight to others and realize there will be some weeks will you will not even lose weight. Try to stay focused on the long term, not the short term.
If you're going to exercise, try to find something you really like, usually that means you'll keep it up.

HippySkoppy

^^^^ + 1 Great info.....

vivmom2014

That word "right" in your posts keeps jumping out at me - the "right" way to eat, "right" weight training exercises - I say give yourself a break. The "right" way to eat is at a calorie deficit that works for you... and it includes all the foods you enjoy. It's not something you grit your teeth to get through and then return to old habits.

PinkPixiexox

Hi

First of all, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad and admire you a lot for finding strength from something so tragic. Second of all, there is no right or wrong outcome to what you are currently doing. If you feel a trainer will help you keep on track for the time-being, then it is money well spent - especially as it can be very hard to stay on track at first.

When I started out, I was completely clueless about what I should be doing in the gym. It can be a pretty daunting environment at the best of times. I too hired a trainer who designed bespoke work-out plans for my goals and eventually, after around 2 months - I no longer needed him and went it 'alone' (Of course MFP helped MASSIVELY!). I know what exercises I need to be doing and thanks to this site, I know how much I should be eating.

Maybe when I'm looking to transform my body in a different way (Ie - firming up, building genuine muscles), I'll get the trainer back for a bit of guidance.

As for you, If you're happy to spend the money, then by all means continue with your trainer until you are comfortable with your routine. No, it's not 100% necessary to have a trainer - there are lots of online work out routines and articles that can help you out, but if you want to keep it simple, continue what you're doing!

Well done