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I can raise my hand here. I think my scale is broken because for the past several days it says the same number. Someone has told me as long as I am losing a pound/week...take it and be grateful. You could also be plateauing. I added a few minutes to my cardio to bump it up a notch and sometimes that helps. Change exercise…
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You have already taken the first step by joining MFP and asking for advice. Congratulations! Have you written down your goals? Wsh list of changes you want to make? Why they are important? It's good to keep them in mind, because as you reach each one, celebrations will follow. I look at a triad approach: nutrition, cardio…
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Coke, bread, salad dressing that are not fat free, ice cream, cookies...well most desserts, potato chips...oh my goodness. I can't believe I used to eat all that at one time! I allow myself a little nibble every now and then (truth reflected in food journal). However, don't eat them every day.
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I just finished my first personal training certification class, so I'm going to tell you what I just learned about resistance training (weights) and cardio. You may not be noticing any difference because your body has "adjusted" to your routine or plateaued. Our bodies will find a way to adapt to anything to make it…
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Well, I'm a "coke" head myself...put one of those bottles of delicious beverage in my hands and I drink it all. Restaurants..."refill, please."
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Congratulations!!!!
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First let me say I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. I see the pain through your words. I only started this journey three months ago myself--finding me again. I have a wonderful support system at the gym and one of my children who cheers me daily. Do you have someone who will be your cheerleader/encourager? One person…
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I agree with the idea of sending a letter, as well as considering the "blessing in disguise" perspective. I joined a gym at the end of July with the intention of only using the pool to do water aerobics with a friend and the group exercise classes. I have yet to use the pool and only been to a few classes--because I am so…
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Count me in as well. That would put me almost to my target weight. I see for the contest we have to enter current weight...mine is 194 lbs.
