Just starting... Wish me luck...

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  • ChristopherHoward686
    ChristopherHoward686 Posts: 107 Member
    I think I got this also! I'm not a quitter and I need to get healthy!

    Can anyone tell me about cheat days? Are you taking cheat days, if so, how often and what do you splurge on?
  • usernameenvy
    usernameenvy Posts: 140 Member
    I havent had a cheat day, i wouldnt go a whole cheat day as that could easily undo a whole week of hard work! yesterday i went out at lunch and had an iced coffee and GF cookie which totaled around 600 calories, this to me was a cheat meal as it had no good nutritional value and went over what id normally allow for a meal, but i worked the rest of my daily allowance around it and worked out hard so it was ok.
  • JLDRKSJ
    JLDRKSJ Posts: 39 Member
    Hey, Good Luck on your journey!!! You got this :)
  • sanskrtlady
    sanskrtlady Posts: 3
    I'm on Day 5 with this app. I've already lost 20 lbs in 2.5 months by homecooking only, whole foods, plant-based, no meat. I do have sushi occasionally for the wild salmon benefits. I haven't lost anything for two weeks so I've added exercise and this app to get off my plateau. I am under my calories but still not losing again yet. My nutrition is a bit low on protein. I have powder. Do you think I should add that?
  • sanskrtlady
    sanskrtlady Posts: 3
    This app is fantastic, btw!
  • idkbaby32
    idkbaby32 Posts: 4
    Doctor has me at 1800 a day which I have been under so far this is my 3rd day of this so hopefully I can stick to it. I downloaded a cardio workout app which I been doing every day for bout 30 mins plus my walk s ..good luck with your journey.. I'll be as much help as I can if u like
  • amygould
    amygould Posts: 29 Member
    I agree rather than take a cheat day, I would just work occasional cheat foods into your calorie allowance for the day. You can really undermine all of your hard work if you have a whole cheat day.
  • CockneyLady2014
    CockneyLady2014 Posts: 199 Member
    I don't have cheat days. I try to live each day within my calorie allowance. If I fancy something I try to build it in. Over the weekend I have eaten ice-cream and a flake. Was I cheating? No! because it was within my daily allowance.
  • brieaunnaw
    brieaunnaw Posts: 2 Member
    rebeccaschlaht wrote: »
    you dont need luck you need:forgiveness when you cheat and feel bad, determination when you dont want to go exercise, willpower to say no thank you, stamina for the journey ahead, hugs for when you want to cry and throw in the towel, and love most of all. Love yourself and know that each step each good choice brings you closer to a healthier you.

    I love this!!!!!
  • DWBalboa
    DWBalboa Posts: 37,259 Member
    Luck has nothing to do with it! Straight up determination is what matters. Therefore, I wish you determination! Just be determined not to fail or let anything get in your way and you will succeed.
  • ChristopherHoward686
    ChristopherHoward686 Posts: 107 Member
    Thanks for all the encouraging words everyone! Today will end my week one... Why give up now!?

    Just gotta keep on keepin' on... We can do this!!
  • gonnasnap
    gonnasnap Posts: 146 Member
    You don't need luck. Just deadlift heavy and squat deep.
  • bigJ2025
    bigJ2025 Posts: 3 Member
    rebeccaschlaht wrote: »
    you dont need luck you need:forgiveness when you cheat and feel bad, determination when you dont want to go exercise, willpower to say no thank you, stamina for the journey ahead, hugs for when you want to cry and throw in the towel, and love most of all. Love yourself and know that each step each good choice brings you closer to a healthier you.
    This is the key! Learning to keep moving forward! Don't stop and don't go back. Even if it's just a little step forward it is still a step in the right direction.
  • ChristopherHoward686
    ChristopherHoward686 Posts: 107 Member
    Thanks big J!!

    Thanks one thing I keep telling myself.. Even if I can't do a ton everyday... A small step in the right direction is still better than nothing at all!
  • ThatCountryGal
    ThatCountryGal Posts: 24 Member
    Please feel free to add me :)
  • amygould
    amygould Posts: 29 Member
    Love that Big J! I tell people the same thing. It's not a failure if you keep getting back up and taking steps in the right direction. It doesn't have to be perfect.
  • terrilynn1982
    terrilynn1982 Posts: 38 Member
    Good luck! :)
  • beastmodeforlife
    beastmodeforlife Posts: 10 Member
    You don't need luck, because luck doesn't last forever. Being focused and determine will get you to your goals. Happy training to a better stronger you.

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