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Wow, I don't know how you survive! If you want to see someone who eats all day long, take a look at my diary!
Having people comment on the amount of food I eat does NOT help haha.
Haha, not you! People at my jobI eat constantly here.
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Definitely eat more. Set your goal at .5 lb per week since you only have 7 lbs to go. Also, higher calorie foods (avocado, nuts, peanut butter [yes even a spoon full or two], protien bars [musle milk espcially since it's higher in calories] or cooking all the lovely chicken in extra virgin olive oil) will all help you get to your goal. You should also aim for 50-75% of your exercise calories to properly feed your system.0
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Wow, I don't know how you survive! If you want to see someone who eats all day long, take a look at my diary!
Having people comment on the amount of food I eat does NOT help haha.
Haha, not you! People at my jobI eat constantly here.
BTW, the people at my work are amazed at the amount I eat. I eat 3000 calories a day. So I feel you, lol0 -
Healthy good snacks that are calorie dense can be that portioned for quick snacks. !/4 cup almonds is 170 calories with all sorts of other good nutrients. Also a tablespoon of natural peanut butter is a great quick snack. Half an avocado sprinkled with a little salt or lemon juice. String cheese is already portioned some you won't overeat. Tuna packed in olive oil seems really rich but it's awesome on whole wheat crackers. High fiber granola bars are great too. Good luck and keep communicating because everyone wants to help you get to your goal!0
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Definitely eat more. Set your goal at .5 lb per week since you only have 7 lbs to go. Also, higher calorie foods (avocado, nuts, peanut butter [yes even a spoon full or two], protien bars [musle milk espcially since it's higher in calories] or cooking all the lovely chicken in extra virgin olive oil) will all help you get to your goal. You should also aim for 50-75% of your exercise calories to properly feed your system.
Thank you.
I love hearing that I should eat more acacado and peanut butter. I had PB (the fresh ground stuff!) this morning and it was heaven.0 -
I notice you use protein powders. Ever consider mixing with milk instead of water? I had to go the other way around to reduce my calories.0
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I notice you use protein powders. Ever consider mixing with milk instead of water? I had to go the other way around to reduce my calories.
I did both...I tried water for the first time today but I used almond milk in the past. I'm not sure which I prefer but I'm thinking almond/soy would be most beneficial.0 -
A friend of mine who does competetive body sculpting who used to be my size 50% BMI (ewww lol) told me to try and do your excercise in the mornings which will charge up your endorphines which obviously makes you happy and you tend to be more active when your happy etc and to change it (your routines) up every so often. If your body is too used to doing the same ol same ol its not gonna bother using your body fat as energy so your body also needs a break too0
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A friend of mine who does competetive body sculpting who used to be my size 50% BMI (ewww lol) told me to try and do your excercise in the mornings which will charge up your endorphines which obviously makes you happy and you tend to be more active when your happy etc and to change it (your routines) up every so often. If your body is too used to doing the same ol same ol its not gonna bother using your body fat as energy so your body also needs a break too0
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You look very lean and you dont say what your current weight/height is. You may just need to build some muscle to get the look you are after. You will need a hell of alot more calories than what you are on to build muscle. What you are doing now is counter productive to getting fitter. Have you thought about a one off training/nuitrition consultation to ensure you are getting the best results for your effort?
I grab extra calories with a snack bag that fits in my purse or pocket.
....................................................................... Calories........................Carb..............Fat ....................Protein
9 grams cacao nibs..................................... 50.................................. 4........................ 5 ................... 1
5 grams Goji berries.................................... 4...................................1 ....................... 0..................... 1
2 Tablespoons Pumpkin Seeds....................180..................................8........................30 .....................8
1 tablespoons Sesame seeds ...................... 15................................ 0......................... 2 .................... 0
10 grams Goldenberries.............................. 16................................2..........................0...................... 0
1 Tablspoon coconut oil .............................. 130.................................... 0.......................14.................... 0
29 Almonds....................................................... 161.................................. 6.......................14..................... 6
I throw a mixture of a few of the above into a plastic bag. It fits into my pocket and I eat it with a plastic spoon. If you are really full and dont know how to cram in any more good quality calories this is how I do it. Some of the foods listed are amazingly good for you.
Other quick eating food, good for snacks.
Banana....................................................................... 105........................ 27................... 0..................1
Rice milk 250 ml ...................................................... 128..........................26................... 3..................1
Raw cacao powder 2.5 TBSpoons..........................60............................. 9................... 2................. 3
I don't eat potatos much but if I am still low I will eat sweet potato good for calories and carbs and vitamins.
Not big on boiled eggs myself but thats a quick 211 calories as well
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I notice you use protein powders. Ever consider mixing with milk instead of water? I had to go the other way around to reduce my calories.
I did both...I tried water for the first time today but I used almond milk in the past. I'm not sure which I prefer but I'm thinking almond/soy would be most beneficial.
You can also use muscle milk (300 calories for the two scoops) or even weight gainers which are 400-500 calories. I love muscle milk and i use it everyday to help me hit my calorie mark.0 -
try mixing the protein powder with 6 ounces of orange juice, a 1/4 cup of non fat yogurt, and some frozen berries.0
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You look very lean and you dont say what your current weight/height is. You may just need to build some muscle to get the look you are after. You will need a hell of alot more calories than what you are on to build muscle. What you are doing now is counter productive to getting fitter. Have you thought about a one off training/nuitrition consultation to ensure you are getting the best results for your effort?
I grab extra calories with a snack bag that fits in my purse or pocket.
....................................................................... Calories........................Carb..............Fat ....................Protein
9 grams cacao nibs..................................... 50.................................. 4........................ 5 ................... 1
5 grams Goji berries.................................... 4...................................1 ....................... 0..................... 1
2 Tablespoons Pumpkin Seeds....................180..................................8........................30 .....................8
1 tablespoons Sesame seeds ...................... 15................................ 0......................... 2 .................... 0
10 grams Goldenberries.............................. 16................................2..........................0...................... 0
1 Tablspoon coconut oil .............................. 130.................................... 0.......................14.................... 0
29 Almonds....................................................... 161.................................. 6.......................14..................... 6
I throw a mixture of a few of the above into a plastic bag. It fits into my pocket and I eat it with a plastic spoon. If you are really full and dont know how to cram in any more good quality calories this is how I do it. Some of the foods listed are amazingly good for you.
Other quick eating food, good for snacks.
Banana....................................................................... 105........................ 27................... 0..................1
Rice milk 250 ml ...................................................... 128..........................26................... 3..................1
Raw cacao powder 2.5 TBSpoons..........................60............................. 9................... 2................. 3
I don't eat potatos much but if I am still low I will eat sweet potato good for calories and carbs and vitamins.
Not big on boiled eggs myself but thats a quick 211 calories as well
Good luck
Thank you. And I apologize for just seeing this now.
I am 5'6 and currently fluctuating between 142-145. I'm focusing more on toning right now more than anything else. I know I'm gaining muscle weight since I can physically feel my muscles now without flexing them. It's a great feeling
I am going to start incorporating some of these things into my diet. Much thanks.0
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