Replies
-
I've been here 5 months and been succcessful so far. The site has definitely helped me lose weight & be accountable to not only myself but my MFP friends (even though all but 1 or 2 have left the site :cry: ) If you need a buddy, I'd be happy to add someone new to my friends!
-
That's my biggest complaint about a lot of recipes. They tell you how many servings, but not the size of the servings. I use my scale a lot. If the final pot of food is supposed to be 8 servings and it weighs 98 ounces, then a serving size is 12.25 oz. A lot of times, I'm winging it by eyeballing it (looks to be about 2…
-
I think it all depends upon how you mentally take the amount showing on the scale. Personally, I like to check in every day. It acts as a little mental switch in the morning (well, most days anyway!) that I need to keep going, continue to eat healthy, etc. I know in my heart if I didn't do so well the day before, and I…
-
I totally agree with Meggonkgonk - whenever you will actually exercise is best for you. You have to figure out what works for you. I personally wish I could get up and work out in the morning, but 98% of the time I'm not going to do it. So I've just decided that after dinner works for me. I usually work out 5-6 days a week…
-
As over-the counter assistance goes, Miralax is my favorite...it's GENTLE!! I typically start my day with two flavored prunes (orange & lemon essence are great - almost like candy!). Word of warning - overloading on fiber can cause constipation, too, so you should increase your fiber intake slowly so your body can adjust.
-
I don't know how far you are from 163 but hopefully it's not more than 5-8 lbs. Keep up the exercise, drink lots of water, watch your sodium content, keep you calorie intake where it needs to be (don't take in too little or it will backfire). Don't give up on exercise - the weight will eventually come off. Muscle weighs…
-
I'm a magazine junkie! They all seem to be decent - carry exercises, recipes, etc. My daughters (25 & 26 yrs old) prefer Women's Health & FItness. We subscribed to Self for years but have dropped that one in favor of these. I just started a subscription to Shape so I don't know about that one. I agree with angiesteele -…
-
Like a lot of others, I weigh myself daily (as soon as I get out of bed), but I only track/log it once a week. It personally helps keep me mindful of what I'm eating and exercising. You do have to keep a positive attitude about it and not obsess if the scale moves the wrong way - I just think of it as a daily check up.
-
The ta ta's (darn it - not like I had a lot to give up in that area!) and the booty were the first to go for me. Tummy is definitely holding on for all it's worth.
-
See if you can find a Japanese specialty store. I buy several items at one in my city. Also, some large chain groceries have "International" aisles (Meijer & Giant Eagle in the Midwest). I haven't personally looked for it there, but it's worth a shot.
-
Yum! Bump!
-
Sounds great - bump!
-
This isn't what you will want to hear, but I would quit focusing so much on weight...muscle does weigh more & looks better. So it shouldn't matter if you weigh 120 or 135 - if you look good & feel good and you are toned, ignore the scale. My goal weight will probably never happen because I know the last time I was there, I…
-
I hate weekends diet-wise, too. It doesn't matter that I continue to exercise and remain within my calorie limits, I still tend to weigh more on Monday morning than on Friday morning, but by Tuesday I'm usually back down. Just my body process, I guess! My suggestion is portion control. If the grandkids need a snack, you…
-
Reach for the moon. Even if you miss it, you'll land among the stars. (motivational speaker Les ? I can't remember his last name). It's been posted on my computer for 20 years to remind me I'm not perfect but mostly what I accomplish is probably good. :happy:
-
Your body is adjusting to the new diet. Hang in there and things will get better!
-
I go by overall calories during the day regardless of when they are eaten, with one caveat - I don't like to eat a large dinner then sit for the rest of the evening or go directly to bed. I think you need some activity at night after a large meal. Breakfast is definitely important so I wouldn't skip it entirely. I tend to…
-
FYI, I just read in a magazine (maybe Prevention?) that Alli & another weight loss product (can't remember the name) have been linked to liver issues. Not sure how true that is but thought I'd pass it along.
-
I don't use sugar in my current homemade sauce although my old recipe did call for it. Manufacturers have us so hooked on sugar because they've added it into nearly everything we eat that's pre-packaged. I've been trying to eliminate as much sugar as I can, but sometimes it is necessary. It may take some time to get used…
-
I haven't tried Blimpie or Jimmy John's because the few subs I have investigated there were loaded with calories (but that's not to say they don't have some good choices). I love the Subway veggie on wheat, no cheese & loaded with about every veggie I can add on - I call it my salad on a bun! 6" if it's lunch, 12" if I've…
-
I don't have the exact ingredients, but I saw a recipe for Candy Cane pudding dessert (if only I had printed the darn thing out!). The basics: use a glass trifle bowl if available. Make a small bottom crust from crushed graham crackers, Splenda & non-trans butter spread, make vanilla or white chocolate fat free pudding…
-
Most dark sodas have caffeine - maybe that's the issue?
-
Oh yeah, I feel your pain. I work in retail and years ago I was visiting an office of one of our divisions and a guy asked me when I was due. Mind you I was wearing one of THEIR company's dresses and they don't sell maternity wear. I was only about 15 pounds overweight, too. Completely agree with RoadDog - that's just one…
-
I always get a footlong veggie (no cheese), but that's a lot like salad, so if you're tired of salad, that won't exactly work. The 6" roast chicken on wheat is good - add lots of veggies on top! They have nutrition info on their website so you can pretty much figure out what you can eat within your personal guidelines from…
-
Powdered egg whites have protein & can be added to anything. Throw a spoonful in your oatmeal - no extra time needed to cook & clean a pan! Love your signature quote - I've had that posted on my computer for years!
-
Biggest thing is that scales do not weigh everyone the same and time of day makes a big difference. I read an article just last week about a person who tested their weight throughout the day and every time she got on the scale, her weight changed - based on what she ate, what she drank, how much she'd gone to the restroom,…
-
Calorie burn counts are all averages anyway - specific counts for an individual depends on so many factors - the person's weight, body makeup (fat vs muscle), even the % incline could be a factor. To get an approximation, I'd probably start by taking the amount of time it takes to walk the 3 flights, multiply it by the…
-
Going on the assumption that the 1,250 is net after exercise, you're still above 1,200 for the day. Not sure why that's the magic number that is quoted everywhere but I'm sure it's been researched. Personally, my daily calorie goal is set at 1,200. I exercise 6 days a week, burning anywhere from a measly 75 calories (20…
-
Anything in moderation works for me. If I try to eliminate any food from my diet, it just makes me want it more. You can plan for anything, just don't make it a habit. :happy: Chocolate is my downfall, but I allow myself one little square (56 cal) of an 85% dark cocoa bar every week. Some weeks, I completely forget & don't…
-
The Champion brand at Target is inexpensive & they seem to hold up well. Also, they are on sale frequently! FYI, you aren't supposed to use fabric softener on sports bras (or any stretchy athletic apparel) as the softener weakens the fabric's ability to hold/gets stretched out quicker.
