my plan, to start

yummygoods

Hey, I don't usually post, but i thought I would give it a try.

After a few weeks back here lurking, tracking and researching, I finally feel ready to get on track for real.

This is the physical part of my plan, the food and fitness part. (copied and pasted from my mfp blog)

-Start off with 1500 calories and tweak as needed based on results.

-Focus on getting my protein and fruits/veg in. This will trick me into having high quality calories vs. junk calories, because I have to try really hard to get the protein since I don't eat meat. Better to have it planned out so I don't end up at the end of the day still needing 50 grams of protein.

-Pre-log daily food. I've read that that works for a lot of you and I can see how it would help me too, especially in hitting the macros.

-Drink my water. If I am not 'on track' and actively trying to get water into me, I will literally go a week without having even a glass of it. I know, I'm a camel. Just drinking enough water always has a hugely positive effect on me.

-Weights 3x a week. Starting with a Jari Love video to do some weights without having to think too much about what to do. As I feel stronger, replace with Starting Strength.

-Cardio and yoga to taste. I don't want to start off with a crazy over-the-top schedule that I won't be able to maintain in the long run. The more I start to feel results, the more excited I will get about taking care of myself and I will add these in a measured and healthy way, not an omg-i-want-to-lose-all-this-weight-right-now kind of way.

-Weekly measurements and photos. This will motivate me and help to see results when the scale isn't showing them.

I am working out what I will do for my mental plan, and will post that as I have it.

Going shopping tonight and excited to get back to taking care of myself!

melissa@yummygoods

wonca

Sounds like an excellent plan.

Good luck to you!

fiberartist219

I agree. This sounds like a great plan! I know when I first started trying to lose weight, I got a little overwhelmed. 1500 calories is a lot easier than 1200.

Good luck, and let us know if you need help staying on track!

vjrose

Sounds like a great plan, stay with it and you will kick it.

yummygoods

Just got home from grocery shopping and prepping some veggies for the week. So nice to return to some lovely encouragement! Thanks, you guys!

sandimack

Great plan! Good luck and enjoy the journey

jenc555

Hey, I use jari love too. Sweet outfits.
I have found another DVD that is good bc it's short (30) and really intense. It's Jackie Warner and it's a circuit DVD, focusing on weights....good luck Melissa


I am impressed that you are so out about Mfp. I get shy.....