Drinking alcohol and losing weight?
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I have exactly the same problem! im going to party with my friends once a week, but at least once in two weaks, and im feeling im ruining my hard work...i usually stick with vodka orange juice, rose or tecquila but im feeling soo guilty0
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You can definitely drink and lose weight....it's like anything else, work it into your calories. My friends and I drink all the time - not sure what that says about us lol - but we're also very big into running. Half-marathons, marathons, Warrior Dash you name it....and I'm at my goal weight! I probably have gin + tonics 5 days a week!!
When I'm not out at a happy hour or new restaurant you will probably find me running.....no excuses, if you want to enjoy a nice steak dinner with a glass of wine - and we do - you have to be prepared to work it off. A bunch of us went to Cabo, Mexico last year and spent a week at a swim up bar. It was so much fun!! But when we got back we got back to work. Running, circuit training, you name it. And I don't belong to a gym. I simply run ouside and have free weights upstairs. Oh, and there is the occasional Jillian Michaels DVD
Bottom line is it can be done. On the off chance you don't want to drink just ask for water in a short glass...people will think you're drinking vodka + tonic0 -
If you live somewhere that sells it, Le Croix is great with a shot of gin. It comes out to 97 calories. Three of these not too slowly and I'm drunk in less than 300 calories.0
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Well, if you like to get pissed, like I do once in a while, and don't care what it's doing to your body you can do the following:
Eat a protein rich breaky/lunch before you drink. Stay away from carbs. Calculate how many calories are going to be in your drinks.
Since I've read that your body metabolises alcohol as a priority (it's a toxin) you need to stay within your calorie allowance and not eat the dreaded piss up midnight mange. Many people can't control this so beware. You have to be a dedicated drinker to control this.
Alcohol is the fourth macro being 7 calories/gram.
The lowest calorie drinks are booze (whiskey/rum/vodka/gin), dry wine/mead since there is no sugar content.
I've lost a quarter of my starting body weight and still had fun every weekend or two.
Please don't drive drunk.0 -
I miss having my nightly glass of wine. And my Black Russian on Friday nights. And I'm really gonna miss the fun at the bar on St. Patrick's Day. I enjoy alcohol, but I enjoy food more. So, if there's room for some booze in the calorie allotment,, OK, but if not, well, guess I'm gonna be drinking sparkling water with a twist.0
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I'm young, social and enjoy a good ol' adult beverage regularly. I go out every week and kick back with friends often. I have lost almost 20 pounds met several fitness milestones all while enjoying alcohol. I truly think it's all about finding balance in your lifestyle.
I just try to plan ahead and watch my calories. I compensate for my weekend indulgences by working out hard and eating pretty clean all week. When I go out I usually ride my bike or walk to the bar. I drink light beer or wine. If you make room for the calories then why not? I don't condone excessive drinking by any means but YOLO. :drinker:0 -
I've lost a heap of fat while getting squiffy with red wine on a disGUSTingly regular basis.
Here's to empty calories!
Chin chin.0 -
I used to drink rum and coke like water now if I get in the mood I simply mix the rum in with some coke zero to cut calories. The only times I seem to dink to excess are at family gatherings (lol odd right?) my sisters, mom , and I all bring a bottle of wine to share. I know when these days are coming since they are planned so I eat really well in the weeks beforehand so I won't gain any weight. Like others who have commented I limit myself when I get the urge to snack and try to bring a fresh fruit plate so I can nosh while drinking but not carb laden foods like the chips my sisters prefer.0
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I'm young, social and enjoy a good ol' adult beverage regularly. I go out every week and kick back with friends often. I have lost almost 20 pounds met several fitness milestones all while enjoying alcohol. I truly think it's all about finding balance in your lifestyle.
I just try to plan ahead and watch my calories. I compensate for my weekend indulgences by working out hard and eating pretty clean all week. When I go out I usually ride my bike or walk to the bar. I drink light beer or wine. If you make room for the calories then why not? I don't condone excessive drinking by any means but YOLO. :drinker:0 -
I love havin a drink or 8 every now and then. I don't do it as much as I used to but still not giving up my alcohol! I mostly drink beers and vodkas. I have most recently switched to vodka/water and then adding my favorite mio flavor. On days I know I will be drinking I try and workout a little more so I have the calories to drink later. Everything in moderation but have fun too.0
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