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I just walk about 5 miles a day. About 1 mile is really fast. Losing about a pound a week. I don't burn many calories. 10 min on stair master is more efficient. But I hate the gym and have time right now. My vivofit keeps me motivated. I like the data!
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And since being more specific is good--working out twice a week. I am good on walking. 5 miles a day but that's just to improve my metabolism.
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I like 14 lbs too. Not quite healthy BMI but much closer.
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It probably depends on the customs of the country. I can easily imagine a client ordering for the table, especially if there is a language barrier. Even in California where we are VERY sensitive to food issues there are still rolled eyes if someone is extra particular (my favorite --gluten free vegan with nut allergy. So…
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That seems really expensive. Is it so weird not drinking? There are so many alcoholics it seems odd to disapprove of a non-drinker.
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I gave up alcohol for Lent in February. It has been good for my budget, but can't say I look or feel better. I was really hoping my face would be less puffy but apparently age is the issue, not booze. It can't hurt not to drink however.
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I agree with Cheryl. Log everything every day. I generally eat healthy but my portions were huge and I had stress eating. If you log, it makes you weigh choices. Three weeks ago I was bemoaning the mental energy it takes. I do think about food constantly. I had a massive breakfast today so I need to watch any snacking.…
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Well done. And a good reminder to me not to buy treats for specific people.
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Mixed. I have had a hard 10 year slow Yo-Yo. Lose, maintain for a year, then gain back all the weight plus 15 lbs more. The "hard" part is accepting that I will always need to log, forever, not just during the loss times. I hate logging. I resent the need to pay so much attention to almost every bite I take. But it works…
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You exactly me but 17 lbs lighter! :smile:
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Just for today I will not feel shame about food choices.
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My knees hurt less. And despite having no visible change, I feel a bit more positive. Rather than gaining I am holding steady.
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4. Work on not worrying what others think. Odds are they aren't really focused on your weight. Not really. And if they are, that is kind of odd. Do they worry about your hair color and the state of your fingernails? Probably not. I know weight feels very public but after the first impression I suspect most people stop…
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1. Stop beating yourself up. (You know this) 2. Make sure you are including your favorite foods in your food plan. If you are feeling deprived it is easy to overeat what you miss. 3. Look for small wins and gains. 4.
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Or join a crafting group (crafters don't snack!) Or a film club or hiking group. But also, the truth is your friends are probably not monitoring what you eat. I don't pay attention to what my friends eat at all. I don't count drinks either. Although I did have one friend who always brought home half her meal for her…
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I am curious too about plant based to help. My symptoms are really bad as well. My doctor recommended meditation.
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I am impatient too but everyone has such good points. Very sensible.
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First off, so sorry for your loss. It is hard to lose a parent so be gentle with yourself. I don't have a perfect solution but a few things. 1. Don't eat mindlessly. Think about what and why you are eating whatever you are eating. I know from experience I can eat half a loaf of bread on automatic. 2. Let yourself feel your…
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A misto with almond milk is about 60 and then add sugar.
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Try measuring key areas--waist, hips. You will see a change there with the new muscle.
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For Friday I will try nor to resent the need to log everything. But it is so tedious!
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Being average. People have no opinion about your appearance beyond clothes/shoes/hair. Being able to blend in and not be the largest person on the boat.
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Also this is just a formula. Bodies aren't machines and not every body drops pounds on schwdule. I think measuring your waist and thighs is more helpful. Just me.
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Let's make this active. Late forties. I have been a slow moving yo-yo for the last decade. I scrape off 25 lbs and it goes back on plus 10 lbs more. I am currently 205 and will be thrilled to be 160. I have concluded that I like food too much to even try for slender. Healthy is good enough. But need to stop the yo-yo. I…
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Went for a 15 min walk at lunch.
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I would love to just be 175 now. Sigh.
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I'm pre-menopause and my weightloss is going in reverse despite writing down every darn thing that goes in my mouth. I am deeply frustrated right now. I don't eat perfectly, but I don't go over my calorie limit (very often) and yet ...GAH. So lots of sympathy here.
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At this point in my life, just having a healthy, functioning body is enough. Even "flawless" figures have challenges. Try to stop analyzing too much. :)
