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SaintGiff

Three words: No Half Measures.

metulchik

I find it really helpful to pre-log my meals for the day so I have an idea of where my calorie count will be at the end of the day and I can exercise accordingly. I also find that planning ahead on what I will eat for the day holds me more accountable in regards to not snacking.

RockingGranny

5 things:

Portion Control
Moderation
Substitution
Healthy eating
Exercise

*Exercise

I exercise for 60 minutes 5-6 days a week. But even just 30 minutes a day 3 days a week can give results!

*Portion Control
Yes, it seems like a no brainer, but you'd be shocked about the real, true sizes of portions. Do your research!! Learn proper amounts and portions and stick to them. Allow time for your body to adjust to these new changes.

*Moderation
It's not a diet, it's a lifestyle change. So there are going to be those times when you do want that burger, or those fries, or that bowl of ice cream. It's okay! Just moderate how often you have your guilty pleasures and of course, your portion control. Instead of 3 scoops of ice cream, try 1 scoop and toss in some mixed berries! The only thing I gave up 100% was Soda. I gave it up almost 2 years ago and I don't even miss it!! My guilty pleasure is chocolate, and I will never give that up!

*Substitution
There are healthier subs for those much loved foods! I still have that scoop of ice cream from time to time, but most the time I will sub for some yogurt with mixed berries. Instead of chips, I have fallen in love with Kale chips. They are so easy to prepare and so healthy. Air-popped popcorn does the trick too. It's all about experimenting. You'd be surprised what you can replace something unhealthy with something healthy!

This .... plus, buy a food scale and use it. For me, making the time to cook my meals with as many fresh ingredients as possible, then packing them in single servings makes all the difference in the world. If a healthy option is readily available, I am less likely to grab something unhealthy. Also, if the serving size is already pre-determined, I am less likely to overeat. Double score!!

SoreTodayStrongTomorrow222

My tip is to take all the advice you receive with a grain of rice - On MFP especially, everyone has their own opinions and they all love to shout about them and bash other peoples' opinions. So just make sure you do your own research on everything and form your own opinion (even if it happens to be an unpopluar one )

Also, one more thing - Don't ever get down on yourself - you mess up meal? who cares?! You have plenty more to make up for it. Didnt make it to the gym today? Don't sweat it - just promise yourself you'll go tomorrow.

des618

I'm FAR from my goal but something that helps me stay on track day to day is logging all my meals in the morning. Once all my meals are in I know what I have left over for snacks and fill those in through out the day as I'm hungry/want them. Good luck in your journey :-)