My plan...good, bad or just plain ugly?

jbpretty
jbpretty Posts: 221 Member
edited November 10 in Health and Weight Loss
Well... I need help! I'm told this is the first step when you have a problem. I took the last week off because I had been at a plateau for about 3 weeks and I was getting really frustrated and I just couldn't take it. I refuse to even look at the scale for another week!

I have a new plan and I'm wondering if you think it's okay?

1. Set my goal to lose .5 pounds per week.
2. Start Couch25K program this week.
3. Eat back exercise calories.
4. Do Jillian Michael's 30DS 3-4 times per week. (I'm hoping.)
5. Get my 8+ glasses water each day.
6. Get my fruits/veggies each day.
7. Get my sleep each day.
8. Have one great cheat meal each week!
9. Cut down sugars.
10. Up protein.

I guess I want to make sure I'm on the right track. Is all of this necessary? I think before I wasn't exercising enough nor was I eating enough calories. Anything anyone can add or any advice would be great. I need all the help I can get. Do you usually eat your exercise calories back and have a cheat meal? Do you have a cheat meal or day? Maybe this plan is just fine. I'd love to be at my goal weight by May so I am willing to do just about anything to work it off. :)

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  • pstaceyca
    pstaceyca Posts: 306 Member
    Looks like an awesome plan to me...good luck!!! :)
  • craziedazie
    craziedazie Posts: 185 Member
    I have no idea because I just started, but I wanted to say good luck and could you point me in the direction of info on the couch25k? I am interested.
  • PBmaria
    PBmaria Posts: 854 Member
    It all sounds amazing!
    The only thing I have to say is don't be afraid to drop one of your goals if you get overwhelmed. As you get more comfortable with dieting and exercising, you'll be able to take on more :)
    And the most important thing: just keep at it!
    Good luck :)
  • Gioooo
    Gioooo Posts: 301 Member
    Great plan. Make sure youre eating enough calories, especially with all the working out you do.
    I used http://www.cordianet.com/calculator.htm to figure out how many calories I needed because MFP was setting me at 1200 which was wayy too low. I don't necessarily eat back my exercise calories but when I do workout really hard and for long periods of time I eat over my usual calorie limit. On the days I don't get to work out I eat a little bit under my calorie goal. Just gotta know your body I guess :)
  • MB_Positif
    MB_Positif Posts: 8,897 Member
    Sounds pretty good! I think you can do it!
  • willafan
    willafan Posts: 101
    Very GOOD plan! Kudos for not giving up and instead just changing your approach. Good Luck! Feel free to add me if you need a cheerleader.
  • jbpretty
    jbpretty Posts: 221 Member
    I have no idea because I just started, but I wanted to say good luck and could you point me in the direction of info on the couch25k? I am interested.

    Thanks and here's a link http://www.c25k.com/
  • Chagama
    Chagama Posts: 543 Member
    Looks like a great plan, and many of those goals complement each other, so that will help you achieve them. I think with your positive attitude you are in great shape to succeed.
  • ask4itall
    ask4itall Posts: 37
    I can't comment on your plan since some of the stuff I have no clue about; however, I can assure you this...great meal planning...intense weight lifting and high intensity interval training (HIIT) is the fast & most effective way to lose body fat.

    What I can comment on:
    1.) H20 - thumbs up...drink as much as you can per day!!
    2.) Eat #1 - protein; #2 - veggies; #3 - fruits...in that priority.
    3.) Cut simple sugars out almost completely...I know...it's hard for me too.


    Good luck!!!!!!!!!
  • christibam
    christibam Posts: 478 Member
    I'm starting C25K tomorrow!!! I was going to start it the other day but I broke my only pair of glasses and couldn't see until today lol

    Good luck!!!
  • Goal_Seeker_1988
    Goal_Seeker_1988 Posts: 1,619 Member
    Great plan. I see nothing wrong with it. It all looks achievable!
  • sarah44254
    sarah44254 Posts: 3,078 Member
    the plan is set. stick to it and you WILL see results you are looking for. :) you can do it.
  • knl124
    knl124 Posts: 44
    Sounds like a great plan! THe workouts seem to be really good ones. I've heard good things about them. Good Luck!
  • Reka2011
    Reka2011 Posts: 134 Member
    Looks great!! Good luck!
  • Brandongood
    Brandongood Posts: 311 Member
    I have a great article for you to read. It will really change your perspective on weight loss and simplify your plan. Let me know what you think:

    http://www.aworkoutroutine.com/how-to-lose-Fat
  • taso42
    taso42 Posts: 8,980 Member
    Great plan.
  • Justjoshin
    Justjoshin Posts: 999 Member
    Great Plan. Stick to it, and you'll be well on your way.
  • craziedazie
    craziedazie Posts: 185 Member
    I have no idea because I just started, but I wanted to say good luck and could you point me in the direction of info on the couch25k? I am interested.

    Thanks and here's a link http://www.c25k.com/

    Oh!! I should have known. hah. Thanks!!
  • jbpretty
    jbpretty Posts: 221 Member
    Glad to hear the plan passes!

    Brandongood...I read the link and I like it. I went to Runner's World and basically the concensus is move more or eat less to get that calorie defecit and I really don't think I can eat less, nor do I want to soooo, I'm adding the running. Thanks for the link by the way.
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