Help what do you all do

shrinkwithdanni

I've tried slimming world
Clean 9
Calorie counting
Fasting
I just want something consistent that's easy enough
How do you all do this?

sakurablush

I've been doing alternate day fasting for close to five months, as well as calorie counting. It's working well so far.

seska422

I don't have a specific food plan. I eat what I want to eat in moderation and I don't eat what I don't want to eat.

I carefully weigh my solid foods and measure my liquids so that I know how many calories I'm eating and keep that amount close to my calorie goal (for weight loss) and chosen macros (for health and satiety).

mperrott2205

I count my macros, and going to the gym to lift things above my head and then i sit on a bike and pedal for 10-20 minutes.

kristen6350

Eat real food, at a defiecent over a long period of time. But it requires Patience. And Consistancy. Which typically requires planning and effort EVERYDAY. And a drive to really want it and the determination to get to where you want to go. It's kinda like planning for college. College is something you really want because you want a good career, but it requires effort. Studying, planning, time and consistancy.

Once you find what works for you, it will be easier than you think. I've always said weight loss is 100% mental. Your brain needs to want it.

kk_inprogress

Be consistent. You're jumping all over the place with different trends. Eat at the calorie deficit that MFP recommends and STICK WITH IT. It works.

zoeysasha37

I eat what I like in moderation. I use cico . I eat less then I burn, and lost weight. Its that simple. Calorie counting works if your honest with yourself and accurate.

Whitezombiegirl

I weigh and log all my food. I try to stick to my allowance. BUT there are tips that help you make the most of your calorie allowance. What works for one person may not work for another-you will need to experiment.

A lot of people think about thier calorie goal like a shopping budget. They try to get the best deal for thier 'money'. Some things are worth the high price , some things are just not. For example- for me- high calorie salad dressings or mayonaise are not worth it- I'd rather use the cals elsewhere, but for others they may be an essential part of the meal. Most people agree that lots of veg is a great way to bulk out a meal for low calories (weighed and logged, not estimated). Quite a few people find that fats and protein will keep you fuller than carb-based foods. Quite a few people have an indulgent meal once a week or month to keep thier mental sanity.

Weight will go up and down-sometimes bizzarely- but don't let it discourage you because its often other factors- hormones, water balence, constipation etc. Just put one foot in front of the other each day and trust in yourself. If you fall off the wagon don't beat yourself up- just get back on it.

Good luck hun.

shadow2soul

I count calories.
I weigh my food on a food scale to be as accurate with my food log as possible. Cups/spoons can be widly inaccurate for measuring solid foods. Plus the extra dishes would drive me insane.
When picking items from the database, I make sure it either matches the package or is USDA information. When I eat out at reastraunts, I try to get the nutritional information from their website and if that's not available, I either do my best guess from the database or quick log a large amount of calories.

I use a Fitbit to monitor my activity. This helps me adjust my calories up or down as needed. More activity = more I can safely eat
Less activity = I have to eat less to keep my rate of loss

Paitence is also key. Weight fluctuates. Some weeks you lose and some you don't. You have to consider the long term trend (4+ weeks to see).
Honesty with yourself is another must. Little nibbles here and there, midnight snacks ect all need to be logged.

If you're still having trouble, get tested for hyperthyroidism and PCOS.

shrinkwithdanni

Awwww thankyou guys for your replies calorie counting il give it ago again great tip on treating it like a shopping budget x

WBB55

I use a FitBit for motivation and to track my total calorie OUTPUT.

I use MFP and a food scale to track my INPUT. And I make sure it's slightly lower than my output, on average.

I use a body scale and measuring tape to track PROGRESS over time.

If I'm not losing over time, I can decrease my input or increase my output or both.

shrinkwithdanni

I have food scales what kinds of food do u all eat I have a slow cooker that I use from time to time x

seska422

XDaaanii wrote: »

I have food scales what kinds of food do u all eat I have a slow cooker that I use from time to time x

Suggestions are great, but the easiest way to stick with it is to find what you like to eat, rather than what others like.

MelodyandBarbells

I eat everything

What's your daily calorie goal set to, and how many pounds are you looking to lose? How tall are you?

shadow2soul

You could try recipes from skinnytaste.com
My family loves the Chicken Taco Chili and I love the buffalo chicken lettuce wraps.

But overall, I eat what I like. I just have to be really careful with the high calorie stuff like pizza or cheesecake. I also avoid drinking my calories. The less I drink the more I can actually eat. I love iced coffee, so I make my own and it ends up being a lot lower cal than what I could get anywhere.

ohmscheeks

Calorie counting since June and introduced a 40% protein goal this week. Eh, if you are looking for a conscious eating method that is "easier" than eating however much your heart desires... There isn't one.

cityruss

Over a sustained period consume less calories than you use.

That's all. That's how simple it is. Don't make it any harder than it has to be.

Do this however you see fit, in a way that promotes long term adherence and if you so wish athletic performance, and ensures you meet a good standard of overall nutrition.

Look at your dietary intake overall, don't look at foods in isolation.

Beware of people offering advice who have entrenched extreme views.

There are no right foods or wrong foods, meal timing and amount of meals are not important, you don't need fancy plans, pills, potions, expensive tuppaware, trend driven fads, or the latest and greatest Hollywood supplement.

Just consume less calories than your body uses and your body will do the rest.

xKoalaBearx

Basically what the majority of people have already said:

CICO Calories In Calories Out

There are no bad foods. Carbs are not the enemy.

Too many calories are! It's really that simple.

mccindy72

seska422 wrote: »

I don't have a specific food plan. I eat what I want to eat in moderation and I don't eat what I don't want to eat.

I carefully weigh my solid foods and measure my liquids so that I know how many calories I'm eating and keep that amount close to my calorie goal (for weight loss) and chosen macros (for health and satiety).

This. This is what I've been doing for years, and it's working. I've been in maintenance for years now.

Also, for more help, read the first post in this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here

sherbear702

You don't need any fancy "diet" plans or gimmicks. Those are just a waste of money. It really is as simple as eating less calories than you burn. If you stick with whatever MFP has set for your calorie goal and stay within that recommendation, you will lose weight. Make sure you're being honest about what and how much you're eating/drinking. So many people come back and say I've tried EVERYTHING and nothing works. Typically these people are under estimating their calorie consumption and over estimating their calorie burn.

Give it time too. You aren't going to see results immediately (except water weight). This isn't a quick fix, it's a long term lifestyle change.

Need2Exerc1se

I just eat less during the week. I don't track calories but I did for a while and I ate about 1000-1300 during the week. I also eat a high fiber diet with really helps me feel full on so few calores.

Then on the weekends I don't really worry about it. I don't binge eat or purposely pig out, but I don't eat at a deficit either. I easily eat twice as much on the Saturday and Sunday as during the week, and a bit more on Fridays.

This works for me and my schedule, but that doesn't mean it will work for you. You really need to think about your lifestyle, schedule and what will best fit your needs while keeping you at a calorie deficit. Think about how you want to eat after you've reached your goal. How are you going to maintain that loss?

callsitlikeiseeit

eat less (meaning weigh and log your food and stay within your calorie allotment) and move more (exercise and eat back around half of those exercise calories).

it doesnt get much more simple than that.

AspenDan

seska422 wrote: »

I don't have a specific food plan. I eat what I want to eat in moderation and I don't eat what I don't want to eat.

I carefully weigh my solid foods and measure my liquids so that I know how many calories I'm eating and keep that amount close to my calorie goal (for weight loss) and chosen macros (for health and satiety).

^^ pretty much exactly what I do, and probably also what any MFP person who's losing weight does..
Tried and true method!

preeJAY

I eat less and actually workout Versus eating mindlessly and lie on the couch doing nothing, as I was doing before.

To make sure I'm eating less: I weigh all my food, pre-pack and pre-log. Eat high amount of protein because I lift 3x a week, and also because it helps with keeping me full for longer. Eat ice cream and gelato by the GRAM And relax a bit over the weekend, and when socializing.

There is no need for any plan, except when it helps you keep going. Basically, doing anything consistently over a long period of time will have its effect, whether it be eating too much (weight gain) or eating below maintenance (weight-loss).

Need2Exerc1se

danieltsmoke wrote: »

seska422 wrote: »

I don't have a specific food plan. I eat what I want to eat in moderation and I don't eat what I don't want to eat.

I carefully weigh my solid foods and measure my liquids so that I know how many calories I'm eating and keep that amount close to my calorie goal (for weight loss) and chosen macros (for health and satiety).

^^ pretty much exactly what I do, and probably also what any MFP person who's losing weight does..
Tried and true method!

There are a lot of MFP users who don't do this. Some don't weigh their food, some follow restrictive diets, some don't give a hoot about macros, etc.

jeepinshawn

XDaaanii wrote: »

I've tried slimming world
Clean 9
Calorie counting
Fasting
I just want something consistent that's easy enough
How do you all do this?

Barring any strange medical issues it is all CICO, doesn't matter what you eat, or when, you stay at your calorie deficit and you will loose weight. Basic math, don't buy into diets or fads, or ginkopolova or all the other crap people sell to loose weight.

kshama2001

seska422 wrote: »

I don't have a specific food plan. I eat what I want to eat in moderation and I don't eat what I don't want to eat.

I carefully weigh my solid foods and measure my liquids so that I know how many calories I'm eating and keep that amount close to my calorie goal (for weight loss) and chosen macros (for health and satiety).

Me too.