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MFP has me set at 1240 cals/day to lose 1.5lbs a week, which i think is very low. I work out hard 3x week (i.e. bootcamp style group trainings), and moderate exercise the others (walking, biking, misc errands), but I suppose I should stick to the plan and see what happens. Im just curious about some of my MFP pals that…
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Thanks for your feedback! Consistency is definately the issue here. I've been very committed to various programs for weeks, months, whatever at a time, and always lost my stride when I didnt get the results I thought I'd have for all the effort I put in. I just recently lost weight after NOT logging, NOT exercising, and…
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I would take picutres and measurements as well. Track your numbers (and photos) before, halfway and after the program. Go get 'em!!
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Im not new to MFP, but I did start fresh with my logging and goals yesterday. Im also looking to shed 30-40 lbs. Feel free to add me.
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I uploaded all 3 levels onto my iPad through Amazon video for under $5. Worth the small purchase. Careful if you have knee issues though, This video gave me a hard time with the knees
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Some people take it to more extremes than others. For me personally, it's unprocessed - so no dairy, no gluten, no booze. Some people do all organic, but I cant afford that, nor do I have the patience. Either way, I think the commitment to eating unprocessed, healthy foods can only do good for our bodies, regardless of the…
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me too!!
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HAHA, YESS!! and if everyone hadnt said it already....OH.MY.GAH! Truly Incredible transformation. Kudos to you, your dedication, and hard work!!
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I try to eat 5 mini-meals throughout the day as opposed to a couple large ones because I am trying to train my painfully slow metabolism. It also helps me from over-eating when I get to munch every couple of hours... And, thats exactly it 'shanna'! Its not a craving, or that Im hungry. Its really just more of a mental…
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I would most definitely seek the advice of a professional trainer - either at your gym, or in your friends circle. Improper posture and technique could be the cause of a number of injuries, and although I believe lifting to be very beneficial to your goals, I would have someone kind of hold your hand over the first few…
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I understand your point about looking at the bigger picture, but I really would love to kick this mental habit! Anyone who was born and raised into a latino or european culture knows you are raised to feel guilty about any food left over on your plate, "you have to eat everything! There are starving children in this…
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Im having the same problem, getting up before work to workout. The buddy system works great, and try to rememebr, the hardest part is getting up. Once you are up, you feel great!!
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I have the same fear. But just remember that exercising and eating right will NEVER put you in a worse place than you are now, even if you dont see the scale change.. Just be sure to respect your body. It seems like you are doing a lot right at once. Take it from someone who was in your shoes (me), you WILL burn out! You…
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Ha! I've been dying to get some feedback on this topic, but I was too bashful to post it! Although I am curious to know how much we burn, I agree with poster Shannon Marie. I kinda consider that the leverage of calories I may have previously underestimated with food, or overestimated with exercise. At the end of the day, I…
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You guys are making me want to wear my HRM during my shows. I sweat my *kitten* off when I perform with cover bands for 4 hours straight, dancing around on stage n stuff. I agree that this is a bit of a stretch if you are just singing in your car, in the shower, or in the church choir...But I am interested to see the…
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I find it hard to get in legitimate exercise during my work day as well. anything more than a 10 minute brisk walk is unlikely, as I have short breaks and dont want to return to the office stinky. I do my best to exercise before work. 6am bootcamps, light 20 min jog, or on the weekends. After work, it's hard for me to…
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Once you start cleaning up your diet, and sticking to it, you will find that you start craving the things that make you feel better, and have fewer cravings for the bad things, like junk food or smoking. Naturally, you will have hard days, but I think the two go hand in hand nicely, and you can totally pull it off!!…
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BRAVO! Rude people suck! I'm with you on this one, these forums should be a place to support one another and share knowledge, and I hardly think you are telling people how to behave. Woop Woop!
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Although I've yo-yo'ed, my favorite NSV was the moment where I WANTED to exercise and eat healthy. It was no longer some chore I had to force myself to do. These things became my routine and my habits instead of this over-analyzed crusade... Ugh, I need to get back to that place... :-(
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I also suffer from chronic migraines and, although I don't count carbs, I noticed a big difference in the frequency and intensity when I minimized gluten, processed food, and I increased my water intake.
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Im sorry for your frustrations, but I just wanted to congratulate you on quitting smoking. That is a wonderful accomplishment, and worth the 10 pound gain. You CAN lose weight, but you cant undo the long term effects of smoking. Kudos to you, and good luck on your jounrey!!
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Oh my goodness, this is the cause of most screw-ups on my diary. During the day (at work, especially), I am effortlessly disciplined, eating small portions of healthy food frequently. Then, the minute I get home, and there is dinner made, not that's it's necessarily unhealthy, but my portion control goes out the window. I…
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if you feel bad tossing them because of the money you spent, how bout cooking it for a loved one who isnt calorie counting? or take it to a potluck. If you're not one to give food to the homeless, you can at least be sure someone you know is enjoying it, then it's out of your sight! I have a similar issue, living at home…
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THIS. I do this to myself ALL.THE.TIME. because I have chunks of time where I'm dedicated to exercise and eating right, I beat myself up when I dont see the results I want, then get discouraged and say screw it! But, like this poster said, putting yourself down and giving up is not the greater alternative to just sticking…
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It takes a bit to cook, but it's very versatile. 2 of my favorite, yet very different recipes are: 1) Serving it separated and cold in a salad with arugula and goat cheese, maybe some pine nuts too 2) cooking it hot with almond milk to serve as a substiture for oatmeal. Serve with cinnamon and honey, or add slivered…
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Personally, I disagree with the poster psulemon. I say the more the better, water is so great for you, and I find the more I drink, the more energized I feel, and less I tend to eat. Be careful with teas and things because yes, although it is mixed with water, there can also be unwated sugars in there, and caffeine which…
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protein shakes also help restore lean muscle mass post workout. I drink protein shakes, not every day, but when I find myself in the situations others posted above: if a) I need to supplement my nutrition with protein or good calories, and b) I've just exercised (cardio or strength). I dont think it can hurt your health or…
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Agreed!
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I've heard only bad things about protein bars in general. If it's not the sugar or carb content, it's the amount of processed ingredients used to make them, and they rarely keep you as full as you'd like to. I had a nutritionist break it down for me when I proudly told her one of my "healthy snacks" was Fiber One protein…
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Great results. Congrats. I'm planning to start tonight or tomorrow!
