Deborah100660 Member

Hi, I will be 60 in October. I was really fit six years ago and my husband died in an accident. I put on 60 pounds when I stopped exercising and was grieving. My current husband is really supportive. I used to body build and have lots of experience getting in shape with cardio and lower weight dumbbells. Any attempts at a…

I am 59 years old from Corona CA

I would love to friend you. I am 55 and want to lose 25 pounds. We can do this together. My user name is deborah100660 if you want to friend me or send a message. Deborah

Hi, I haven't trained regularly in 2 years since my husband passed. It is now time for me to get back into a healthy lifestyle spritually and physically. I want to be able to hike and bicycle with my 21 year old daughter this summer. Favorite morning breakfast- oatbran cereal (Bob's Red Mill) and 2 tablespoons chia seed.…

Yes, it can be normal to skip a day under stress. The main thing is that tomorrow will likely be better. Get back up, dust yourself off and continue your routine. Snacking on healthy foods such as fruits and veggies help reduce the stress. Even if you overate, get up and keep on going. The average person has at least 72…

Great job. Keep motivated. Deborah

You look fantastic and looks like you have great kids. I am envious because I have been unable to jog because it triggers my asthma. I will try again when I am more fit. Congratulations on your semi success. Deborah

I do T25 and list it as vigorous aerobic exercise. Deborah

I have empathy. I will be having surgery in a week and need to stop exercising for 3 months. I am also looking for suggestions. My surgery is on my body and I am not sure if I can do walking. Last January, I had shoulder surgery and an Achilles tendon tear. I was also out for 3 months. The good news is because I exercised…

What you are talking about is a gluten free diet. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, and many grains. Oatmeal can contain small amounts of gluten. I have celiac disease which is a true allergy to gluten. I have to be on a gluten free diet. Corn, rice, millet, and quinoa are gluten free. This is not a balanced diet. It is…

thank you for that information. I have had problems knowing how to maintain a stable weight. Deborah

You should weigh yourself first thing in the morning in the same clothes once a month. This will show your true weight changes. To measure fat loss, the best way is to purchase an inexpensive fat caliper on the internet. These cost around $10.00. I would also recommend getting a cheap scale from Fred Meyers, Target, etc.…

I'm not sure why you are consuming a gallon of water daily. Usually 2 quarts or liters is plenty. I do consume 2-3 quarts after I have worked out and sweated. If you keep your calorie count so low, then your metabolism will slow down and you will lose more slowly. Try drinking less water and eating small meals every couple…

You should weigh yourself no more than weekly. Daily weight can fluctuate with fluid weight. Weekly is more accurate. Pick a day, weight yourself first thing in the morning, wearing the same thing (underwear etc). Monitor the changes in your body and not the number on the scale. Measure and record your body measurements.…

Do this only if you have no health issues. You are probably on a plateau, a set point in your weight. You can increase your exercise, or you can try to keep all carbs between 20-30 per day for a week. You must have fiber. Fiber doesn't count in your carbs. Look at net carbs. This can start your weight loss again. Do not do…

Yes, I have the same issue. I have dealt with this previously when I was at my fittest. Muscle weighs more than fat. You might even gain weight like I did. The inches you lose are fat. This is what you want to put on lean muscle and decrease fat. I don't monitor BMI, instead I monitor my body fat which is more accurate.…

My daughter and I have found GNC's quest bars for snacks. They are high in protein, low carbs, sugar free, and high in fiber. They taste good and come in many flavors. Try these. Deborah

I find it more accurate to measure body fat. It is not expensive to order a body fat caliper on the internet. BMR doesn't reflect body fat. Ideally, you want to gain lean muscle and lose body fat. I also find that I need at least one hour (60 minutes of cardio) daily. I have a treadmill at home and watch TV while I walk.…

Have you checked with your doctor about a gluten free diet? I have celiac disease and ulcerative colitis. I need to be on a gluten free diet. The diet tends to be low in iron and B-12. I take supplemental vitamins in gel caps for increased absorption. I due sometimes have decreased appetite. I also like to drink plain…

I am 52, turning 53 on October 6. I am looking to lose about 25 to 30 pounds. I have been looking for support. So far I don't have any replies. Deborah

The site recommends only one a week, on the same scale, and at the same time of day. I sometimes miss my weekly weigh in because I am gone for a weekend. I wait until the next weigh in is due and the record my weight. The exercises I do make me feel better and I am eating better.

I don't know how long to lose the additional water weight. However, there are things that you can do to help. Eating foods like cantaloupe and strawberries are natural diuretics. You can customize your settings to monitor your sodium intake. Too little sodium is as bad as too much sodium. If you eat a balanced diet it is…

I allow myself extra food including protein if I have a day when I am really hungry. That is better than blowing your whole diet. Try to stick to your goals on most days. In the long run, you will lose weight.

I track fiber over sugar. It is important to get enough fiber. Unless you are diabetic, eating fruit shouldn't be much of a concern. Your diet should be balanced with protein, etc and low sodium.

Muscle building requires increased protein. However, you should look up the maximum grams of protein to gain muscle. Also you need to strength train using resistance or weights. Too much protein can cause kidney problems. Carbohydrates help full your work out. Great magazines that talk about these are Muscle and Fitness…

Simply put carbohydrates convert into sugar in your body to provide energy. What you want to do is to avoid complex carbohydrates such as processed breads, table sugar, corn syrup, and honey or limit the amounts. Look up and read about the glycemic index on the internet. The carbohydrates you want to consume contain simple…

Go back into the gym. Nobody can make you feel ugly. All of those folks are going to be jealous when you reach your goal and are more toned and than they are. You should be doing this to feel better about yourself. All you can do is be the best body that you have. You will never look like another person. I applaud you for…

You look pretty amazing. Keep going

I have done weight lifting for many years. It does burn calories and mainly adds muscle. The cardio work outs burn fat. Added muscle leads to a faster metabolism, and toning which is helpful with weight loss. I am looking for other people to add as friends for support. my email is deborah@kennethberger.com if you wish to…

I use my treadmill and walk at a 4.0 incline at 3.5 mph for 60 minutes, then I cool down with an incline of 4.0 at 3.3 mph for 20 minutes. Don't start at such a high speed and incline that you don't want to do this daily. It had been several months since I last exercised regularly. I started slowly and increased as I…