Can't do it!! Help - getting married in 26 days!

amylouize2012

OMG, I have just added up the calories of a normal day for me and i JUST CAN'T BELIEVE IT!

This is gonna be so tough! I don't know how I'm gonna do it :sad:

I'm getting married in 26 days - anyone got any quick tips?

Plz add me for support also, thanks x

MissMormie

Can't do what? Start with setting a realistic goal. Do you not fit in your dress anymore?

Adding up the calories of a normal day is a good start. From there you can make small and big steps towards improvement. It's something _everyone_ can do, so why not you?

davekang

Have you got yourself into a routine yet and are you doing any form of training?

fedupwithit

One of the things that I have found that helped me when looking at calories of a normal day was to adjust. I would look at the foods that I was eating on a normal day, foods that I LOVE, and just started trying to find healthier, lower calorie replacements that I would actually eat. Doing this helped me eliminate a lot of the junk and replace it with stuff that "filled the void" of the junk without making me miss it as bad

jocelinemmuise

You will be fine...I don't worry if I'm under calories i only worry if i eat to much...:) You will be fine.I try not to go over anything like my fat,carbs,sugar etc....

amylouize2012

I now have 3 dresses in different sizes, it's a nightmare. If
I put on another pound I'm going to look like I was squashed
into my dress :sad:

30Purple

26 days... that's almost a month. shoot for a goal of about 5-8 lbs. stop eating junk! drink lots of water, and have fiber. i'm sure you won't look squashed

I now have 3 dresses in different sizes, it's a nightmare. If
I put on another pound I'm going to look like I was squashed
into my dress :sad:

amylouize2012

No routine, I try to motivate myself to do classes in the gym but always find a reason not to. the only one I
seem to stick to is a Khai Bo class once a week for 30 mins which is a disgrace really.

mickeybrenn

I swapped a lot of things to bring my calorie goals down e.g if I'm going to snack I'm allowed up to 100 calories which meant I then restricted myself to Fruit and Veg, Dinners were the hardest thing to change especially as my family decided they didn't want to eat as healthy as me but I swapped a lot of things e.g if I'm having pasta I stick to just 30g (uncooked weight) of pasta and bulk it out with other things like Veg.

Good luck and don't get to thin for your wedding dress ha

MissJenova

Well, there's your problem! You said "Can't"!!!

There is no quick fix, just get to work lady!! And you CAN do it!! :bigsmile:

A bit overwhelming at first though, I know.

Change your diet. Lower your calories a bit and eat lots of fruits and veggies - avoid processed foods

Start moving! Go for a daily walk. Up that to a jog after a week. Cardio drops the weight fast, but you must be consistent.

Feel free to add if you want motivations!! :flowerforyou:

amylouize2012

Sounds like a plan, I think I'm gonna make a list of things I just have to
have and take a trip to the shops later on and see what alternatives
I can find.

I guess step one is to throw out all my beloved junk food.

amylouize2012

Just wish i wasn't adicted to crisps and jellies

davekang

One bit of advice when i am dieting is that I keep my carbs under 150grams per day to start and lower this as I get use to it.

Also try not to eat more then 50grams of carbs at one meal and no sugary carbs after 6pm

amylouize2012

That is the one thing I have such a problem with, I
drink hardly any or no water.

Does drinking water help with weight loss or is it
more for keeping the energy up?

I actually feel like I'm drowining if i have a big glass
of water, it's ridiculous!

vmsmith88

I had the same issue!! Im getting married in 37 days!!! About a month ago I tried my dress on & it would not zip or button or anything! Now, a few weeks later, it zips & buttons & everything. I had to force myself to watch what I ate & I do zumba every night for 45mins. I refused to have to buy another dress & plus I didnt want to pay my parents back for the dress they bought expecting me to wear on my day. Once i started seeing the weight coming off...I was motivated to lose more. You just have to do it!

Good Luck & Congratulations!

amylouize2012

haha - getting too thin, I seriously doubt it!

I love veg so that's great idea with the pasta. Do you
think if Igave up meat it would help?

NikkiSixGuns

One day at a time!

You've got 26 days, which is a good amount of time IF you start TODAY.

Figure out how many calories you should be eating. There are lots of good caloric needs calculators online. This site has one.

Find a workout routine you can stick with. I'm sure you've got a full plate with your wedding later this month, so I'd recommend something short. My picks would be Jillian Michaels 30-Day Shred or Ripped in 30. Both are about 30 minutes, and you can do them at home so you don't have to try to drag yourself to the gym. You just need a small space to work out in (maybe 8' square should do it) and some 3-5 pound weights if you have them. If you want motivation and proof that these videos do a search through the forums or Google images for "30-Day Shred results" or "Ripped in 30 results".

You CAN do it. I promise, it's doable!!!

And congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

friloux88

1. Relax- freaking out isn't going to help you be healthy- I know how stressful weight loss for weddings is- I got married last year.
2. Ask for help- get a friend family member, or your fiancee to help. Its easier to have people to talk to, complain to, bounce ideas off, and most importantly share success with. If you live with your fiancee, it'll be easier to make healthy dinners together. Etc.
3. Make change- if things aren't working for you, change them up! Go for walks in the evening, take the stairs at work, try newfoods and recipes! I understand being frustrated by the situation but just make some change, relax and keep trying

amylouize2012

Thanks so much, definitely need motivation!

Definitely gonna do something this evening, I think my dogs would
love a nice long walk so I could start there.

jamers3111

26 days... that's almost a month. shoot for a goal of about 5-8 lbs. stop eating junk! drink lots of water, and have fiber. i'm sure you won't look squashed

^^I agree with this. Try hard to eat as clean as possible and watch your salt since it makes us retain water. You will look gorgeous

MissMormie

Do you think if Igave up meat it would help?

Nope, on the contrary. Meat is mostly fat & protein which help you feel full, while most empty calories come from carbs (chips, pasta, sugar, etc). Skipping meat will only make you more likely to binge, undoing all the good work.

amylouize2012

Thank you so much, it's so good to know I'm not the only one.

I am going to get myself in gear from TODAY for sure, I must check and
see are there any dance classes near me, I LOVE music and I used to
love dancing before I put on the weight, maybe I could try getting back
into it.

amylouize2012

That is such a great idea, thanks so much.

I live with my Fiance so I will ask him to get
on board, it would be so much easier if we
did it togetheer and banned all take out food!

Yummamamma

eating properly and exercising lightly, I lost 9 lbs in 30 days! yes you can do it!!

amylouize2012

It's late night shopping tonight so I think I'm gonna hit the shops,
I'll try find a healthy diet book and I also have to find junk food
alternatives!

djk721

You CAN do it or you wouldn;t be on here!. My advice--GET MOVING! get all the exercise in that you can, walk, walk, walk!

HealthylivingTIG

Hi.. welcome to MFP...

I have to be straight forward and let you know, this isnt the place for a quick fix. If you started to watch your intake, reduce procesed sugar intake, increase your water intake and seriously work out hard at least 3-4 days per work, you can see a difference in 26 days. That being said, make a realistic goal.. mabe aim for a 5 pound loss. Enjoy your wedding. I am sure you will look great in your dress.

amylouize2012

Thank you for the kick in the butt, i needed that x

amylouize2012

Thank you x

pandafoo

Flrst of all congratulations on your upcoming marriage!

Strength training will help a lot, as well as low-carb diet. I've been doing this for the past 2 weeks and lost 6 lbs already. Even after a week, my trainer and fiance commented that my body looks smaller. Strength training will help you look more toned and preserve your muscle mass more than cardio will.

Also cut down on processed foods esp. carbonated beverages and foods with lots of sodium. Water and unsweetened teas will be great.

beancybrat

You can do it!!! Just take your time and let your body get used to less and less calories per day