lyzxyzzy

Beans, high-protein pancake / waffle mixes, greek yogurt. You don't have protein powders... unless there is a specific reason for this... try some. They are incredibly convenient.

in struggling to hit the protein target Comment by lyzxyzzy October 2018

I'm usually lighter on fat than what you want. Go with whole milk for more fat.

in 40-30-30 meals/days Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

Depending on if you are ready to strictly follow a diet, a protein supplement would help. To hit my daily intake of around 150g, I include Silk's high protein nut milk, regular milk, beans (all types), peas, any lean meat, greek yogurt (under 15g protein a serving is not allowed), and a couple scoops of protein powder.

in Protein Shortage Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

There are some keto breads you can make. They tend to be high in fat and calories and may or may not actually be considered bread. Store bought items in this area are very expensive. In my view the amount of energy you are getting for the high price is unjustified. It is much cheaper to just control portion sizes.

in Bread question Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

Really examine what is going on and if there is any place that isn't jiving. * 15,000 steps is about 5.5 miles. At a walking pace of about 3-4 mph that would mean you are walking for 1.5 - 2 hours a day. * 1,500 calories minus the steps is enough where you should be at a caloric deficit. The food scale advice is crucial. A…

in Argh! No idea how many calories to eat, despite all the tools Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

It's helpful to see the others on here who have low BP. My heart rate makes it to the mid 40's when sitting around as well and I become light headed if I rise quickly. Recently, I've been more deliberate about warm ups before workouts and improving hand and feet circulation. My hands and feet are almost always cold and…

in Low BP Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

Steamer bags work for making a quick vegetable. Cooking beans in the pressure cooker works well (when you don't make paste out of them like I did in this pic). I also throw extra meat on the grill when I make dinner so it fits with time I'm already spending. 300 calories per dish 35g carbs 7g fat 34g protein 16g fiber

in Meal prep ideas Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

Good to see others doing this. This is what I've been starting the day with: 55g rolled oats 5.5 fl oz silk protein nut milk -- because it is nearly all carbs at this point 3g brown sugar I make 3 of these at a time and stick them in the fridge. In the morning, they get 1:30 in the microwave.

in Overnight Oats- Hot or Cold? Comment by lyzxyzzy September 2018

Doing 3 days of lunches to start out with. I'm having a ton of trouble with fruits and veggies. They seem to go bad just as soon as I put them in the fridge.

in meal prep Comment by lyzxyzzy July 2018

A few people exist who have encouragement as one of their gifts. Their are a few on here. Pwrlifter82 was really helpful to me. Busted my butt when I didn't log in. About 6 months ago, she disappeared. Huge loss to this community. What may be helpful for you is an accountability partner. Someone who knows your goals and…

in Any Success Stories? Comment by lyzxyzzy January 2016

Looking good. Keep it up.

in Gains, Pain & Middle Age - 5 pounds in 3 weeks Comment by lyzxyzzy January 2016

Motivation comes from a few places. It is most effective when it comes from within you. Don't really have a before and after. Up 30 pounds. For a before image, imagine the same picture with less me and more background.

in Any Success Stories? Comment by lyzxyzzy January 2016

Twerking in public.

in If the Person Above You Were to Get Arrested What do You Think It'd be For? Comment by lyzxyzzy March 2015

Webbed feet. :)