Im NEW and need some motivation

l3xii

:happy: Well im not new to weight lost at all in fact i lost 20lbs a few time using the low carb method but i find that when i start eating normal i gain double back. My problem is the weight doesnt fall off fast enouigh so i never sick with anything. Well I really like MFP and i been going strong for almost 2 weeks and i can feel the difference in my closes but still scared to step on the scale. I need some help finding low calorie filling foods and things i can eat that i accually like.

Jade_Butterfly

We are all here for you whatever you need~ We are all in the same boat~ :bigsmile:

kirstinkrueger

Dont gage everything on the scale either i wont lose any weight for two weeks sometimes but my pants will start to fall off!!

allreecipes .com has a great database of recipes and most of them show the calories per serving

skinnyjeanzbound

I get great ideas from viewing my friends' food diaries. Feel free to add me if you'd life to view mine

Kjandcuttysmom

welcome and good luck on your journey. I have done low carb before too so I know the feeling. I'm just getting back on track myself.

ubabe1

Hi!!! Glad you're here!! I wouldn't weigh yourself for a few weeks. Let your body get adjusted to which ever method you are using to lose the weight and also your exercise routine. It takes time to show real solid progress. Be patient, focus on how you are changing your life overall. Be strong and stay the course!! Add me as a friend!

mumma2boyz

Low carb diets tend to burn alot of muscle for energy. At rest, muscle burns more calories than fat (more muscle you have, more your body burns when sleeping for example). Sure, you lose the weight, but a good majority of it was muscle...so, when you go back to eating carbs n normal caloric intake, you're fighting alot of negative factors: slowed metabolism and higher percentage of body fat. Eat a well balanced diet (protein with every meal, healthy carbs like fruits, veggies, and whole wheat breads/pastas, drink water, eat 5-6 times a day). If you are honest with what you put in your mouth, you will get results. Stick to it. Takes about 6 weeks before it becomes a habit. And make small changes...this is not a race. Its a lifestyle change. Be patient with yourself and find your motivation: I foind MFP success stories message boards very encouraging when I have a bad day.

l3xii

Thanks everyone for your support its very very helpful. Today wasnt too good of a day

midmomike2

Lots of great ideas on here and plenty of good useful info. just keep plug'n in and check'n back, use the boards and remember.....YOU CAN DO THIS! best of luck to you!