10 lbs by July 1???

I stumbled across this:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/635529-corn-used-my-man-parts-as-a-speedbag

I think it sums up everything about quick fixes vs. sustainable change. It is awesome to read the comments from others.

Well, some of his list is true, some is very misleading and possibly could border on ignorance. I will give an example or two:

He says "You don't need to avoid white bread or potatoes or beans or rice or _____________ (insert food here) unless you've got an intolerance/allergy/medical condition.".. This is true, but misleading since the majority of people believe a food allergy means they would experience anaphylaxis. Since their throat isn't swelling, they think they are fine to eat a certain food. Most people don't realize that 15% (1 in 7) are sensitive to wheat. Add in people sensitive to other foods and you will have a pretty large chunk of the population. The only way most people figure out they are intolerant to a food is by elimination. So, when someone suggests an elimination, it shouldn't be immediately dismissed because some dude wrote a post on an MFP board.

He also claims "You don't need to eat breakfast to get your metabolism started.". Again, true, but misleading. He should do some homework about anabolism and catabolism. Sure, you can skip breakfast and you will continue to burn calories, but you will also be eating away the muscle you worked so hard to get. Is that smart?

There are others but I am not here to tear down the guy. Many of his points were good. Just remember to take everything with a grain of salt and research. research, research. Also, what works for one person may not work for another even if we arm ourselves with the most up to date research.

You can do it.. Just create a small goal, achieve it, make a new one, lather, rinse, repeat. You will get there!