Help from Texas

bakergirl62

Hi everyone, I'm new to this site also. I have been keeping quite busy reading all the posts. I'm 47 and I started my diet a week ago. I have been doing the Atkins it seems like forever and I know I can't do that diet and watch my calories too. So I'm taking a new approach since I havent' lost any weight on that diet in months. I live in Houston and I'm going to Montana for the 4th of July. I want to lose 25 lbs., but I'm sure it won't happen before then. I'm having a hard time meeting the calorie requirements as well as all those carbs I'm supposed to be eating. I am brisk walking at 4.0 mph for 45 minutes every day. I'm hoping that I can find some support here. Any suggestions

markxster

Without knowing your current fitness condition, caloric intake, and any health issues that you may have, it can be difficult to make suggestions. If your physical condition is average (good), then have you thought about incorporating some weights into your training? You do not have to go heavy, just enough weight to pull out 12-15 repetitions and on the last two, have a little strain. Muscle is the best way to burn fat and lose weight. An other way to meet your calorie requirements might be to utilize a protein shake that has low carbohydrates. Walking is a popular way to get out and active and I applaud your effort. The problem is that if you are not walking with enough intensity, you are not burning enough calories. It would be better to jog for 15 minutes and breaking a sweat, than walking for 45 minutes and not breaking a sweat. Make sure you break a sweat. Of course, I don't know what exactly you are doing, so again, it is difficult to point you in the right direction. More info would be appreciated. I don't know if 4.0 mph is fast enough...it might be. One thing that is for certain is that if you are not hitting your daily calories, your body will hold onto any fat it can. Carbohydrates will only really affect your energy levels. In a short-term span, people can notice a sizable drop in weight on "carb free" diets, but for a sustained diet, carbohydrates are just too necessary. Good luck!:happy:

ivykivy

How many calories are you under? Usually nut or a nut butter can help you meet your calorie goals. Also you can tailor you carb protein and fat ratios to suit your needs. Bananas and grapes are high cal carbs as well as beans.

I'm having a hard time meeting the calorie requirements as well as all those carbs I'm supposed to be eating.