dac097 Member

I'm 47 and have about 50 pounds to lose. My progress had stalled of late and I am recommitting my efforts and would love to add some friends for extra support and to encourage each other.

When I am being seriously tempted to eat something I shouldn't I tell myself I can only have some if I still want it AFTER first eating something healthy like fruit or a salad with a healthy vinaigrette. For me a cup of strawberries or an orange work best because both are quite sweet and have a lot of fiber which makes…

Just for today I will: Log everything that goes into my mouth Log at least 8000 steps Do my core workout Instead of feeling disappointed with my recent lack of progress, I choose to instead focus on how far I have come and feel encouraged by the fact that I AM slowly making it to my goal!!

I'm in the same boat. I was finding success, losing weight at a slow but steady pace and then stalled. I have at least been able to keep myself from giving up completely, which is what I would have done in the past even though it makes no logical sense. So I now i can't even say I'm of okay with no more forward progress…

Just for today: I will measure and log every bite. I will go for a walk I will do my core exercises I will be satisfied with the success of just one day and not dwell on the ways I have been less than perfect (as in human?)in the past couple of weeks

For me, it is in realizing that no one can STAY CONSTANTLY in a perfect state of motivation. Just like the rest of life I have good days and bad days with a few amazing days and terrible days along the way. I am learning to stop expecting perfection from myself and to realize that making mistakes or not doing it perfectly…

I would also have to say the healthiest diet would vary depending on the person but since you seem to be wanting details of what works for various individuals I will tell you what seems to work for me. I have found its not healthy for me to eat very low carb or very low fat. I also find its important for me to eat protein…