Need help. Please NO RUDE COMMENTS!
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1. You can lose weight eating whatever you want as long as calories in < calories out (i.e. you hit the calorie goal MFP gave you). You will probably find that some macro balances (carbs, fat, protein) will help you more than others because of satiation and compliance to calorie goals. There is no one magic balance - some people do great on low carb or keto, while others prefer a more plant-based diet. Making room for occasional treats within your calories will also help you stick to your plan.
2. Any exercise is good. Find what you enjoy. Cardio is great for increasing calorie burn (and therefore calorie allowance!) and conditioning your heart and building endurance. Resistance is important for maintaining as much muscle as possible while you lose weight and to keep your bones strong, especially for women who are at increased risk for osteoporosis. But other than that, it really does come down to what makes you feel best. Some people like walking outside, others prefer the elliptical or treadmill; some like swimming, some like step aerobics. I like lifting free weights, but some people prefer resistance bands or body weight strength training. Have fun with it!!3 -
alicebhsia wrote: »i think it's true you can eat whatever you want as long as you stay within your calorie goals. having fattening junk foods to eat can make that hard though. Denise Austin makes some nice exercise videos on youtube. here's one you might like
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52uvwCi03yE don't know your fitness level.
There are tons of videos on youtube. I like bellydancing and zumba (as far as you tube videos) ... you may have to weed through a few bombs before getting to a great one, but it's worth it.
Or, you can go to your local library and browse the dvd section. Fitness dvds are in the non-fiction area; you can ask a librarian to help you find them. That's where I discovered TaeBo (back in the '90s), Jillian Michaels, and other fun workouts. If you don't like one, you just return it, and no money is lost!1 -
Beta_Ray_Bill wrote: »tinkerbellang83 wrote: »Beta_Ray_Bill wrote: »kommodevaran wrote: »1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
OP, ignore this.
How does that post have 14 woo's...it's terrible
Woo is not a positive reaction - it means woo as in woo-science/bu11cr@p
Today I learned
I'm such a noob. I thought "woo" meant "woohoo!"8 -
It used to mean both. Now it just means "broscience". The ways of MFP...Beta_Ray_Bill wrote: »tinkerbellang83 wrote: »Beta_Ray_Bill wrote: »kommodevaran wrote: »1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
OP, ignore this.
How does that post have 14 woo's...it's terrible
Woo is not a positive reaction - it means woo as in woo-science/bu11cr@p
Today I learned
I'm such a noob. I thought "woo" meant "woohoo!"4 -
A calorie deficit will result in weight loss and you'll find that you'll probably start eating a little healthier as you go - I found that half a pizza isn't enough for dinner, yet I can have a huge plate of roasted veg with the same amount (or less) of calories. Regarding exercise, there's loads on youtube! I tend to look for stuff like 'cardio work out for small spaces'. If you're just starting - take it easy! Don't be an idiot (like me) and think you have to eat the lowest possible calorie intake & exercise everyday! You can't sustain the low intake and end up in serious pain (stopping exercise all together for days). Doing a little is still better than doing nothing!3
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tinkerbellang83 wrote: »
Woo is not a positive reaction - it means woo as in woo-science/bu11cr@p [/quote]
There should be a new thread started for all the newbies on the meaning of WOO
^ answers it perfectly 
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RunRutheeRun wrote: »tinkerbellang83 wrote: »
Woo is not a positive reaction - it means woo as in woo-science/bu11cr@p
There should be a new thread started for all the newbies on the meaning of WOO ^ answers it perfectly [/quote]
I've gotten so many woohoo type woos on stuff even since they reset the counters after the change it's unreal.1 -
tinkerbellang83 wrote: »RunRutheeRun wrote: »tinkerbellang83 wrote: »
Woo is not a positive reaction - it means woo as in woo-science/bu11cr@p
There should be a new thread started for all the newbies on the meaning of WOO ^ answers it perfectly
I've gotten so many woohoo type woos on stuff even since they reset the counters after the change it's unreal. [/quote]
yes me too, its annoying.0 -
I also thought woo meant like “wooo you go girl!” Ooops! Haha.
In answer to your question continuing from what everyone else has said, can you lose weight whilst eating whatever you want? Sure. Stick to your calories and yes you will lose weight. Will you be the specimen of optimum health if you’re still eating McDonald’s every day and snacking on chocolate? No. Additionally the junk food tends to be higher calorie and fat, so you may find you’ll be hungry as the amount of food you can eat is much lower than if you were to eat a huge plate of broccoli, spinach and mushrooms for example. I love to eat, and I love big portions to make me feel full, so I try to bulk out my meals with as many veggies as I can... also...... fibre.1 -
1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
Yes you can lose weight if you eat like you have diabetes. But the diabetes "diet" (I hesitate to call it a "diet") is low in carbs. Low carbs will help you lose weight but it will also drastically decrease your daily energy. If you're working out, you really don't want to reduce your carbs too low or you will be exhausted during the day. I eat a lot of carbs because I lift weights 6 days a week and I'm still losing weight.
You also cannot spot reduce so your belly fat will come off when its good and ready. For some people its the first place they lose, for others its the last.0 -
This is completely OT but I remember my mom used to do the late 80s/early 90s Denise Austin videos.
She has aged well!
ETA I realize "she" could refer to either. I meant Denise, but my mom has aged well too if anyone cares Maybe there's a secret behind Denise Austin videos! 
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1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
Yes you can lose weight if you eat like you have diabetes. But the diabetes "diet" (I hesitate to call it a "diet") is low in carbs. Low carbs will help you lose weight but it will also drastically decrease your daily energy. If you're working out, you really don't want to reduce your carbs too low or you will be exhausted during the day. I eat a lot of carbs because I lift weights 6 days a week and I'm still losing weight.
You also cannot spot reduce so your belly fat will come off when its good and ready. For some people its the first place they lose, for others its the last.
Low carb/high carbs doesn't matter for weight loss, what matters is calories. Carb intake is personal preference.
You initially drop a lot of water weight switching to low carb, but fat loss is pretty much the same whatever your macro split.1 -
1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
Nope.
Everyone can lose fat. That comes from a calorie deficit.
All diets manipulate calories in / calories out, it's not an approach - it's an expression of energy balance.
The fat around your organs is called visceral fat, belly fat is subcutaneous fat.
Neither can be targeted by working specific muscles.
A so called apple shaped person is still a human being and the same rules apply.
I don't think anyone said that you can't lose fat. I certainly did not. If you read my post carefully, you'll see that I said that eating anything can result in losing the good stuff (water, muscle) along with the bad (fat).
The problem is the thinking that calorie counting is sufficient for becoming healthy. The fact is that you have to look at the quality of the food consumed. A fun size bag of m&Ms has fewer calories than a large apple but the M&Ms are devoid of nutrition while the apple is a good source of fiber, vitamins A&C, and other nutrients. There are plenty of thin people out there who are woefully unhealthy. It's completely irresponsible to tell someone to focus exclusively on caloric intake.
I get that you don't want to believe a random person on the internet so I encourage you to ask your MD/DO. I'm positive that s/he will agree that the bulk of belly fat comes from visceral fat - even though it seems like it is subcutaneous (layer under the skin) and that the best way to minimize this fat is through diet and strength training.
The best way to maximize your fitness progress is to consider everything, including body type. We are all individuals. What works for you may not work for me, and what works for me may not work for the OP.6 -
I can't see where sijomial suggested to ignore anything but calorie intake. He said that weightloss is down to a calorie deficit.1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
Nope.
Everyone can lose fat. That comes from a calorie deficit.
All diets manipulate calories in / calories out, it's not an approach - it's an expression of energy balance.
The fat around your organs is called visceral fat, belly fat is subcutaneous fat.
Neither can be targeted by working specific muscles.
A so called apple shaped person is still a human being and the same rules apply.
I don't think anyone said that you can't lose fat. I certainly did not. If you read my post carefully, you'll see that I said that eating anything can result in losing the good stuff (water, muscle) along with the bad (fat).
The problem is the thinking that calorie counting is sufficient for becoming healthy. The fact is that you have to look at the quality of the food consumed. A fun size bag of m&Ms has fewer calories than a large apple but the M&Ms are devoid of nutrition while the apple is a good source of fiber, vitamins A&C, and other nutrients. There are plenty of thin people out there who are woefully unhealthy. It's completely irresponsible to tell someone to focus exclusively on caloric intake.
I get that you don't want to believe a random person on the internet so I encourage you to ask your MD/DO. I'm positive that s/he will agree that the bulk of belly fat comes from visceral fat - even though it seems like it is subcutaneous (layer under the skin) and that the best way to minimize this fat is through diet and strength training.
The best way to maximize your fitness progress is to consider everything, including body type. We are all individuals. What works for you may not work for me, and what works for me may not work for the OP.5 -
tinkerbellang83 wrote: »1) You can probably lose weight, but you might be losing more water and muscle than fat. Unfortunately, relying solely on the calories in < calories out approach can potentially lead to other problems.
2) Belly fat represents the fat that has accumulated around the organs so the best way to get rid of it is through diet (basically eat like you're trying to control diabetes and high blood pressure and keep your portions small) and strength training. I get that money is an issue so try to check out budget cooking books from the library. One of my favorites is Jamie Chase's $5 Dinner Cookbook (there's also a breakfast/lunch book). Simply cooking your meals regularly is a huge step in the right direction.
As for workouts, try some of these:
https://www.womenfitness.net/top10/workout-apple-shaped/
https://www.livestrong.com/article/278597-the-best-exercise-for-an-apple-body-shape/
Yes you can lose weight if you eat like you have diabetes. But the diabetes "diet" (I hesitate to call it a "diet") is low in carbs. Low carbs will help you lose weight but it will also drastically decrease your daily energy. If you're working out, you really don't want to reduce your carbs too low or you will be exhausted during the day. I eat a lot of carbs because I lift weights 6 days a week and I'm still losing weight.
You also cannot spot reduce so your belly fat will come off when its good and ready. For some people its the first place they lose, for others its the last.
Low carb/high carbs doesn't matter for weight loss, what matters is calories. Carb intake is personal preference.
You initially drop a lot of water weight switching to low carb, but fat loss is pretty much the same whatever your macro split.
Exactly what I was trying to say but didn't say very well :-) I just meant that carbs do contribute to your energy level.
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