Im Bri curious to know about other peoples diet plans.

blcolwell09
blcolwell09 Posts: 110
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Looking for ideas for a healthy weight loss plan, was wondering what other people do to lose weight and keep it off. I know healthy eating and excercise promotes weight loss, im just curiouse as to what you do to lose weight. If you can give me any information or help please feel free to do so! :happy:

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  • kwilliam2
    kwilliam2 Posts: 35
    Eat clean and in proper amounts..that's pretty much all there is to it..I don't find cardio to be necessary but to each their own I suppose
  • unbeknownst
    unbeknownst Posts: 27 Member
    Welcome!! I'm somewhat new as well, but I'll share my plan in hopes that you will find it helpful. I track my calories -- I overestimate rather than underestimate how much I take in. I track my calories burned -- I underestimate how much I burn by going with MFP numbers instead of what my heart rate monitor says. I eat lots of fruit, veggies, and yogurt. I drink a lot of water and try not to drink calories at all. I treat myself about once or twice a week with a hearty meal such as a steak or some pasta. Hope this helps!
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    I eat a varied diet with good macros at a calorie deficit to lose weight
    I lift heavy weights to get strong
    Life is good
  • jonnythan
    jonnythan Posts: 10,161 Member
    Looking for ideas for a healthy weight loss plan, was wondering what other people do to lose weight and keep it off. I know healthy eating and excercise promotes weight loss, im just curiouse as to what you do to lose weight. If you can give me any information or help please feel free to do so! :happy:

    I lift 3 times a week, get some cardio 2-3 times a week, and eat a moderate calorie deficit while making sure I get enough protein and fat.

    That's about it.

    You might want to take a look at my diary. It's kinda funny.
  • AllTehBeers
    AllTehBeers Posts: 5,030 Member
    I think there's a typo in your title.

    How YOU doin'?
  • VelociMama
    VelociMama Posts: 3,119 Member
    I eat a varied diet with good macros at a calorie deficit to lose weight
    I lift heavy weights to get strong
    Life is good

    ^ This.
  • MidwestAngel
    MidwestAngel Posts: 1,897 Member
    I think there's a typo in your title.

    How YOU doin'?
    My thoughts exactly.
  • supermodelchic
    supermodelchic Posts: 550 Member
    I eat a clean meal plan, everything fresh, no processed food, no sugar, no dairy, I drink 2 protein shakes a day, along with supplements.You can send me a friend request and check out what I do..
  • iulia_maddie
    iulia_maddie Posts: 2,780 Member
    I was bri curious for a while in college too.


    Serious answer, eat a little less, move a little more. Simple as that. Eat way more that 500 calories too.
  • mandipandi75
    mandipandi75 Posts: 6,035 Member
    I think there's a typo in your title.

    How YOU doin'?
    My thoughts exactly.

    Made me look
  • The_Enginerd
    The_Enginerd Posts: 3,982 Member
    Either your name is Bri or you're a genius.
  • RobynMWilson
    RobynMWilson Posts: 1,540 Member
    I don't diet. I eat everything in moderation, as much as I can around my whey allergy, anyway lol. I allow a little wiggle room. I eat well about 85% of the time and "bad" about 15% of the time. That's worked for me for over 20 years!
  • quirkytizzy
    quirkytizzy Posts: 4,052 Member
    Eat more. I started out at 1200 and barely lost anything. Upped it to 1300, started losing. To 1400 and started losing much more. Core muscle development - Pilates.

    I have only cut out two things - soda and cereal. Those are because moderation is very hard for me for those things. But everything else, I eat. Fast food, pasta, bread, etc etc. Just in moderation.
  • sunsnstatheart
    sunsnstatheart Posts: 2,544 Member
    Either your name is Bri or you're a genius.

    ^^ I was thinking she might be curious about brie? But who is ever curious about cheese?

    I'm confused.

    Seriously, figure out how many calories you burn a day and eat less than that. Make sure you get a good balance of healthy fats, protein and carbs and otherwise get enough micronutrients. It's pretty straight forward and easy once you get the hang of it. Plenty of us are happy to help.
  • geekyjock76
    geekyjock76 Posts: 2,720 Member
    I thought you were bi-curious about brie cheese at first.
  • Crankstr
    Crankstr Posts: 3,958 Member
    I eat a varied diet with good macros at a calorie deficit to lose weight
    I lift heavy weights to get strong
    Life is good

    ^ This.

    this this ^^
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,455 Member
    Oh forPeteSake. can you please post a link to the Bri diet. I will read up on it before I comment.
  • diodelcibo
    diodelcibo Posts: 2,564 Member
    Bri=very
  • Lift_This_
    Lift_This_ Posts: 2,756 Member
    I eat a varied diet with good macros at a calorie deficit to lose weight
    I lift heavy weights to get strong
    Life is good

    ^ This.


    great answer.
    this this ^^
  • Nicolee_2014
    Nicolee_2014 Posts: 1,572 Member
    I'm gunna go with her name is Bri
  • jonnythan
    jonnythan Posts: 10,161 Member
    I figured she was Bro-curious.
  • KaleidoscopeEyes1056
    KaleidoscopeEyes1056 Posts: 2,996 Member
    I thought you were bi-curious about brie cheese at first.

    I thought the same thing! I clicked on the thread because I thought we could discuss cheese together. *kicks rock*
  • Willowana
    Willowana Posts: 493 Member
    I totally read that wrong. To all the ladies in this thread that clicked it for the same reason.

    Sup :bigsmile:
  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    When I'm trying to lose I eat around my BMR, a little higher usually. I try to eat mostly healthy foods with some treats. I lift weights for body composition and I try to get 1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass.
  • Willowana
    Willowana Posts: 493 Member
    Now I'll be serious about the question at hand. To tell you the truth, I stick to my calories everyday. I don't nibble on ANYTHING, unless I plan on adding it. I also weigh most of my foods with a digital scale. Measuring cups are horribly inaccurate, and you can accidentally consume quite a few more calories than you think. Like a bag of Terra Exotic Vegetable Chips. When I count out 14 chips, it weighs nearly double the 28 grams per serving. Tricky stuff.

    I started MFP with 1200 calories. It sucked. I lost a little water weight and then totally stopped losing. I moved up to 1400 calories because of the MFP suggestions I received, and started losing, but very slowly. Then I bumped to 1600, and I'm losing 2-3 lbs. a week. That helped tremendously with not only my weightloss, but also my desire to binge. I feel like I'm eating like I normally would.

    Protein is my new best friend. It keeps me fuller, longer and also stops me from wanting all the horrible crap in mass quantities like I used to do.

    I try to exercise at LEAST 3 times a week, but it all depends on my state of health that week.
  • whitecapwendy
    whitecapwendy Posts: 287 Member
    Lots of fruits and veggies, whole grains, lean meats, frozen meals (lean cuisine, smart ones, Amys, etc) and watching the calorie count. I put fresh veggies in baggies for an easily grabbed snack. I live a busy life so something quick and healthy is right up my alley
  • rvicini
    rvicini Posts: 252 Member
    Two magic words: Exercise (as you enjoy) and Eat (Moderation)
  • blcolwell09
    blcolwell09 Posts: 110
    OH MY sue me, sorry guys I just forgot to but a period after Bri. Im not bi-curious im actually straight and I do love Brie cheese, I love cheese ha. Thank you to everyone who gave me some advice. :)
  • CMay16
    CMay16 Posts: 144 Member
    Drink a TON of water, eat everything in moderation, lots of veggies/protein, exercise however you like, but try and switch it up every few weeks to keep your body from getting used to it. Once you find what works for you, you will know :)

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