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If you had to give one tip to a newbie..

kayladiane5
kayladiane5 Posts: 94
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
What would it be?

Mine: Stick with it, push through, it's a long hard drive, but if you keep up with it, you can do it.
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  • titletown
    titletown Posts: 377 Member
    Drink like a fish...

    Water that is...

    A gallon or more a day if you can, it helps, trust me.
  • MsFitnFabulous
    MsFitnFabulous Posts: 432 Member
    Believe no matter what investing in you is worth it......s/n drink LOTS of water lol
  • lil_pulp
    lil_pulp Posts: 701 Member
    Take pictures and measurements at the very beginning! I wish I had.....
  • MyNameIsNotBob
    MyNameIsNotBob Posts: 565 Member
    Take pictures and measurements at the very beginning! I wish I had.....

    This, for sure. I waited and wish I hadn't.

    Also, to figure out what works best for your lifestyle and your body, it might take some experimentation. It doesn't mean you've failed, it just means you're persevering and trying something a different way.
  • Becky011
    Becky011 Posts: 384
    Focus on making healthy changes and becoming a healthier you. The weight may not fall off you immediately , but it Will come off. and by adjusting your lifestyle you are much much more likely to keep it off (vs dropping 10 lb a week starving or doing some crazy fad diet)
  • broadsword7
    broadsword7 Posts: 411 Member
    Read Michael Pollan's "Food Rules."
  • Becky011
    Becky011 Posts: 384
    Definitely do this!
    Take pictures and measurements at the very beginning! I wish I had.....

    This, for sure. I waited and wish I hadn't.

    Also, to figure out what works best for your lifestyle and your body, it might take some experimentation. It doesn't mean you've failed, it just means you're persevering and trying something a different way.
  • snkeller24
    snkeller24 Posts: 459
    Don't be afraid to try something new; everyone started in the same place as you are now.
  • ktc33
    ktc33 Posts: 249 Member
    If you mess up, don't just give up all together. Tomorrow is a new day to start fresh. Everyone slips up once in awhile and it's OK.
  • denitraross
    denitraross Posts: 325 Member
    Watch your sodium - if I have to choose between higher sodium or higher calories - I choose higher calories, sodium can reek havoc on your weight loss....

    The other one that is too important not to mention - you should do the same if not more strenght training as cardio....doing all cardio may burn calories..but strength training burns calories, turns fat to muscle - which burns more calories...and shaves more inches for you!!
  • thomaslh83
    thomaslh83 Posts: 79 Member
    Be willing to make smart sacrifices and changes in order to better your quality of life. It helps out in the long run. =)
  • Teenamarie_36
    Teenamarie_36 Posts: 43
    Fiber and Water....can never get too much fiber and water :) stay full and hydrated!
  • jmgj27
    jmgj27 Posts: 531 Member
    NO BOOZE! Not because of booze itself but because once you have a couple of glasses of wine, you think 'screw it, I'll have a takeaway' and it all goes out of the window! :sad:
  • aippolito1
    aippolito1 Posts: 4,894 Member
    Try new veggies, believe me, you'll get tired of the ones you're eating now if you eat them everyday twice a day. Try to buy a different veggie each grocery trip - and buy 2 or 3 so you can rotate and not get bored as quickly. Same goes for fruit and proteins. Don't just eat chicken, don't just eat fish. You need a variety of nutrients and you do this by eating a variety of foods.
  • Kath712
    Kath712 Posts: 1,263 Member
    Log everything, even when it's a pain to go and look up the nutrients. Measure portions. And yes, drink lots of water. :drinker:
  • deathtaco
    deathtaco Posts: 237
    fat isn't evil.
  • rnroadrunner
    rnroadrunner Posts: 402 Member
    BE Patient with yourself. you did not gain it overnight , why do you think you can lose it overnight. Slow and steady weight loss from a new healthier lifestyle is the only tried and true way to lose the weight and keep it off.
  • SMarie10
    SMarie10 Posts: 956 Member
    Figure out for yourself why you chose to start a healthier lifestyle... Family, friends are important to you, but the number one reason you should change your life is because you want it for yourself - not for anyone else. And, remind yourself of this when you're having a crappy day. It helps...
  • rhodes2b
    rhodes2b Posts: 304 Member
    Do it one meal and one workout at a time.
  • Dagnytaggert
    Dagnytaggert Posts: 18
    Cut carbs and pick up something heavy. And buy Mark Ripetoe's book "Starting Strength" to get stronger and better looking in the process.
  • bjam1234
    bjam1234 Posts: 75
    have some fun and experiment with new ingredients and recipes!! On good foods your cals will go a long way and coming up with new meals and snacks makes it a joy to log the foods rather than a diet :P
  • skinnybitch1987
    skinnybitch1987 Posts: 31
    NO BOOZE! Not because of booze itself but because once you have a couple of glasses of wine, you think 'screw it, I'll have a takeaway' and it all goes out of the window! :sad:


    :: says while holding what looks like a beer in profile pic lol ::
  • houseofcarpenter
    houseofcarpenter Posts: 127 Member
    NO BOOZE! Not because of booze itself but because once you have a couple of glasses of wine, you think 'screw it, I'll have a takeaway' and it all goes out of the window! :sad:

    im sure thats a pint of larger in your profile picture!?! love it!?!
  • LuckyLeprechaun
    LuckyLeprechaun Posts: 6,296 Member
    Avoid negative judgmental baloney at all costs!!! Even if it occurs here on MFP.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    Don't feel guilty if you slip a little now and then. It's self-sabotage.
  • live2smyle
    live2smyle Posts: 592 Member
    Take all advice with a grain of salt & make google your best friend!
  • MsLaurie65
    MsLaurie65 Posts: 46 Member
    BE Patient with yourself. you did not gain it overnight , why do you think you can lose it overnight. Slow and steady weight loss from a new healthier lifestyle is the only tried and true way to lose the weight and keep it off.
    ...so true! And drink water every chance you get....water is the trick, I'm serious!!!
  • missbp
    missbp Posts: 601 Member
    Slow and steady is the only way to REALLY win this race. Lose it too quickly, and it will be back before you know it.

    M
  • Loubell83
    Loubell83 Posts: 20
    WATER!!!

    And, it will take time. Just think how many years it took you to get here.

    Also, do not be put off by only losing half a pound in a week when you wanted to lose 1-2 pounds - its half a pound closer to your goal!
  • MyaPapaya75
    MyaPapaya75 Posts: 3,143 Member
    Dont concentrate on what the scale reads...just exercise for better health
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