Best diet for tubby desk jobbers/lazy folk like me

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  • dawn_eichert
    dawn_eichert Posts: 487 Member
    Sweetie, get an easy workout video. I love the Leslie Sansone's Walk Away The Pounds. You could do them in your room from your computer (you may even find some of them on utube). Then you can get your exercise in without anyone making you feel bad about what you are doing or yourself. I did this for the first 30 I lost two years.

    Stay strong. This is a lifestyle, not a diet.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member


    You have told the OP that 800 calories is enough. Sure, it may be if they don't mind losing muscle but if they actually want to be health, have lasting weight loss and not hurt their body 800 calories is not enough. I don't see why anyone would think that's okay. I personally would prefer to lose slowly and eat properly so I keep my muscle, lessen the chance of loose skin and allow the weight loss to last.

    oy vey....you truly skipped over the fact that I ALSO said she needed strength exercises... among other things... get off your soapbox now pls

    It's not only about muscle loss, as was pointed out.
  • jilliew
    jilliew Posts: 255 Member
    Sweetheart! Don't feel embarssessed about working out! I know exactly how you feel; I HATE gyms and I was always the kid who would rather read than play sports or whatever. I found that walking at a brisk pace for 30-45 min a few times a week really improved my being out of breath all the time, and it also helped me with allergies and colds - i haven't been seriously ill since I started walking.

    See if you can fit a little walk into your routine, even if it's with music in your ears and going around the block. That little effort will go a long way. As for your calories and whatnot, it seems like you have it figured out!
  • ImmaZombie
    ImmaZombie Posts: 84
    I kicked my brother's butt when he picked on me.. even though he was 6'4" and I'm 5'4" lol Don't be scared of him.

    But yes, if you've been eating 800 calories, I believe people say you should at least be eating 1200 calories. Try that and see if you feel better.

    I had problems sleeping doing 1300-1400 calories and felt very sluggish, so I upped my calories to 1600 and doing much better now. I feel better and getting out and walking for about 40 minutes a day so far.

    Leslie Sansone has youtube videos online where you can just walk in your room and do anywhere from 1 mile to 3 miles. Try it. I bet you'll like it.
  • evdenapoli
    evdenapoli Posts: 164 Member
    If you want sound advice, listen to what LoraF83 suggested to you. We probably seem like old people to you , but how I wish someone had given me this advice when I was in my 20s. I wouldn't be here today - I'd be out living my life. Being on a very low calorie diet is how I ended up here. You are young. Do this the HEALTHY way one time and you will NEVER have to diet again. Best of luck to you!

    Agreed ! LoraF83 knows what she is saying
  • now_or_never13
    now_or_never13 Posts: 1,575 Member


    You have told the OP that 800 calories is enough. Sure, it may be if they don't mind losing muscle but if they actually want to be health, have lasting weight loss and not hurt their body 800 calories is not enough. I don't see why anyone would think that's okay. I personally would prefer to lose slowly and eat properly so I keep my muscle, lessen the chance of loose skin and allow the weight loss to last.

    oy vey....you truly skipped over the fact that I ALSO said she needed strength exercises... among other things... get off your soapbox now pls

    You do realize that just strength training won't fully reduce muscle loss right? Not eating enough nor consuming enough protein is part of it along with strength training.

    Even with strength training, the point is 800 calories is not enough for the OP (or for anyone over 3 years old for that matter) to sustain a healthy body.. especially if one is strength training and doing any form of cardio.
  • Maddalen101
    Maddalen101 Posts: 307 Member
    Do not eat 800 calories.
    That's a ridiculously low amount, and will put your body in starvation mode.
    I agree with the poster who said you should put "sedentary" into the activity line.
    Eat the calories that MFP gives.
    It's working for me, even thought I'm an extremely sedentary desk jockey.
  • 76scenic
    76scenic Posts: 22
    You got this! After all your on here, big step right there.

    Try this solution given to me by a nutritionist (no less than 1200 calories):

    Your body goes into starvation mode at night and stores fat...you have to give it fuel within 30 minutes of waking up to jumpstart your metabolism!

    EAT every 2-3 hours, so 5-6 small meals a day.
    In order to lose fat, you need to try to keep your blood sugar stable

    1200-1340 Calories --> tweak to your cal rec on here
    Breakfast: 300 calories
    Snack: 150
    Lunch: 200-300 calories
    Snack:150 calorie
    Dinner: 300 calories
    Bedtime Snack: 100-140 calories **
    • **Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, string cheese or almonds right before bed. The science behind eating greek yogurt or cottage cheese before bed is it forms a gelatin in your stomach and your body will work and churn on it all night, thus burning calories while you sleep and keeping your body out of starvation mode for a longer amount of time!

    Consume carbs (before 3 p.m.)

    Anytime you eat fruit as a snack, have a protein with it as well.


    As far as exercising there's always Biggest Loser DVD and the computer in your room. Start smaill work your way up. I too feared the gyms, but all it took was one lady cheering me on. You'd be surprised to know that the fit people in the gyms are rarely thinking of you in the same light as we tend to feel while there.

    Also you may find that you will have to tweak your plan till you find the one that gets the results you want most.

    Hang in there, try not to get discouraged. As you may have times of gain too from building muscle.

    Best of luck.
  • gypsyrose64
    gypsyrose64 Posts: 271 Member
    >>>>>IMPORTANT!!! To get your numbers right please visit ---> http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12

    A good article to read: http://www.aworkoutroutine.com/how-to-lose-fat/

    I just started in October, but didn't get results until I started educating myself on what my body needed and how to create a healthy calorie deficit. I firmly believe in making subtle changes to calorie intake over weeks, to let the body adjust. Increase or decrease by 100/week until you find that magic number that gives you a deficit without weakness/fatigue.

    ANY activity added to your day is a contribution to that deficit. Take the stairs, park further away, do some squats while brushing teeth, jumping jacks, etc.

    Look on youtube for Jillian Michaels 30-day shred. It seems popular and easy to modify for beginners.

    One day at a time, one pound a time... go easy on yourself... and don't let douche-nozzles get you down.
  • Sarauk2sf
    Sarauk2sf Posts: 28,072 Member
    You got this! After all your on here, big step right there.

    Try this (no less than 1200 calories):

    Your body goes into starvation mode at night and stores fat...you have to give it fuel within 30 minutes of waking up to jumpstart your metabolism!

    EAT every 2-3 hours, so 5-6 small meals a day.
    In order to lose fat, you need to try to keep your blood sugar stable

    1200-1340 Calories
    Breakfast: 300 calories
    10a Snack: 150
    Lunch: 200-300 calories
    3p Snack:150 calorie
    Dinner: 300 calories
    Bedtime Snack: 100-140 calories **
    • **Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, string cheese or almonds right before bed. The science behind eating greek yogurt or cottage cheese before bed is it forms a gelatin in your stomach and your body will work and churn on it all night, thus burning calories while you sleep and keeping your body out of starvation mode for a longer amount of time!

    Consume carbs (before 3 p.m.)

    Anytime you eat fruit as a snack, have a protein with it as well.


    That was instructions given to me by a friend that happens to be a nutritionist. You may need to eat at least 1600 calories a day. My calories right now with a deficit built in are at 1930 a day.

    As far as exercising there's always Biggest Loser DVD and the computer in your room. Start smaill work your way up. I too feared the gyms, but all it took was one lady cheering me on. You'd be surprised to know that the fit people in the gyms are rarely thinking of you in the same light as we tend to feel while there.

    Good luck

    I know your post means well, but you do not have to eat breakfast or eat x times a day - it has no impact to your metabolism, assuming calories/macros remain the same at the end of the day. Meal timing should be based on personal preference, lifestyle, energy levels and gym performance.
  • concordancia
    concordancia Posts: 5,320 Member

    Your body goes into starvation mode at night and stores fat...you have to give it fuel within 30 minutes of waking up to jumpstart your metabolism!

    This is not true. Your body is doing a lot of work in your sleep, cleaning things up, repairing muscles, etc. to the extent that fat is stored at night, it is do to cleaning excess calories from the day before out of the bloodstream. You know how a lot of people have to poop and pee in the morning, it is because your body was still functioning all night long.

    Breakfast *is* important in so far as eating it can help keep you from being so hungry you are willing to eat anything, and everything.
  • nikbolok
    nikbolok Posts: 107 Member
    I want to encourage a few things:

    1. Eat a reasonable amount. Sounds like you've worked out a 1600 calorie goal. That's good!
    2. Don't feel like you have to make radical changes. Just stick to your calorie goal. Foods like lean protein, whole grains, fruits and veggies will give you more bang for your calorie buck (you can eat more of them for less calories) but that doesn't mean you can't have pizza or ice cream.
    3. Talk to someone about your depression. I really hope that you are getting help/seeing a counselor. It will definitely help you in achieving your weight loss goals and other areas of your life.
    4. Don't feel like you have to exercise. You can lose weight without it. However, I would encourage you to move some - exercise can help with depression too.
    5. Talk to your parents about your brother. Tell them what you hope to achieve and how his attitude is hindering you. Your family should be supportive.

    Fabulous advice as always! Thx Lora! As a mental health professional, it is really important to talk to someone about the depression. Talk therapy can mean the world :) Good luck, it sounds like you will be able to do this, just be reasonable with yourself.... like Lora said, don't make radical changes, just try eating better first, you will be amazed at how much better you feel. I think someone else posted that food can be like medication.... absolutely :) Vitamin D is the "sunshine" vitamin!!
  • now_or_never13
    now_or_never13 Posts: 1,575 Member
    You got this! After all your on here, big step right there.

    Try this solution given to me by a nutritionist (no less than 1200 calories):

    Your body goes into starvation mode at night and stores fat...you have to give it fuel within 30 minutes of waking up to jumpstart your metabolism!

    EAT every 2-3 hours, so 5-6 small meals a day.
    In order to lose fat, you need to try to keep your blood sugar stable

    1200-1340 Calories --> tweak to your cal rec on here
    Breakfast: 300 calories
    Snack: 150
    Lunch: 200-300 calories
    Snack:150 calorie
    Dinner: 300 calories
    Bedtime Snack: 100-140 calories **
    • **Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, string cheese or almonds right before bed. The science behind eating greek yogurt or cottage cheese before bed is it forms a gelatin in your stomach and your body will work and churn on it all night, thus burning calories while you sleep and keeping your body out of starvation mode for a longer amount of time!

    Consume carbs (before 3 p.m.)

    Anytime you eat fruit as a snack, have a protein with it as well.


    As far as exercising there's always Biggest Loser DVD and the computer in your room. Start smaill work your way up. I too feared the gyms, but all it took was one lady cheering me on. You'd be surprised to know that the fit people in the gyms are rarely thinking of you in the same light as we tend to feel while there.

    Also you may find that you will have to tweak your plan till you find the one that gets the results you want most.

    Hang in there, try not to get discouraged. As you may have times of gain too from building muscle.

    Best of luck.

    Please research the topics you posted about a bit more.

    Your body doesn't go into starvation mode when you sleep. Starvation mode is a myth. Your metabolism runs all day everyday.

    Meal timing has no affect on weight loss. You don't need to eat within 30 minutes of waking up and your metabolism doesn't need to be jumpstarted.

    I know you are trying to help the OP...

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