bgarganera

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  • Track Your Calories/ Flexible Dieting and yes you will be able to eat those foods you love (in moderation) and lose those last 10 lbs.
    in I refuse to diet. Comment by bgarganera June 2014
  • This is what I use! :smile: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/calories/morans-all-natural-ground-beef-96-lean-4-fat-51931716
    in healthy hamburger? Comment by bgarganera May 2014
  • RAISE YOUR CALORIES.. IMMEDIATELY.
    in Binge eating, etc.. HELP :( Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • aaaaaaaa
    in Chocolate Cravings Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Consistency, Desire, Discipline.
    in What's the key to losing weight? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Sounds like you may be metabolically damaged. (search Reverse Dieting) then try to get your metabolism healthy and running again
    in WHY? I don't understand. Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Depends on your metabolic type and how well you respond to carbs. (if you're carb sensitive and need them on the lower end) then you accommodate to higher fat to compensate. Other side if you can lose weight/fat with a higher carb intake then by all means do so and adjust your fats from there (Catch 22 if you do a high-fat…
    in Low fat or full fat Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Most likely there is an error with one or more of your food entries. The macros may be higher but doesn't equal up to the calories, like a poster said it is wise to double check for accuracy on the food label especially if its your first time eating a certain food. Rule of thumb: 1g carb= 4 calories 1g of protein= 4…
    in Over macros but under calories? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Like the above poster said, Daily "net" calories or your day's intake is far more important than nutrient timing. Those broad strokes should be the foundation of your lifestyle, and if that's in order add in a bit of hard work and you should see the results you want!
    in Post workout protein timing and amount? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Lift about 4-5 x a week Cardio 3x a week (1 HIIT session, two moderate paced sessions on treadmill) Always do cardio after my lifts as I don't want it to affect my strength training.
    in How much cardio do you do? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • To keep it simple Calories = weight loss/weight gain Macronutrients (Carbs, Protein & Fat) = Body Composition Just because the scale says you're losing weight, doesn't mean all of that weight is body fat. (hence the "skinny fat" look many people tend to get) Getting the ideal macronutrient ratio for your body is ideal if…
    in Are all calories created equal? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • Twice a week (both towards the end of my "dieting" week") I do this to make sure the weigh-in isn't a fluke for instance if I'm holding water for one particular day, it may fluctuate my weigh in, and just confirms to me what progress I made or didn't make for the week.
    in How often do YOU weigh in? Comment by bgarganera April 2014
  • IIFYM
    in WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST TIP FOR WEIGHT LOSS Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • Everyone responds differently to different macronutrient combinations. You will lose weight if you're under a deficit. General Rule: Calories In/Calories Out=weight loss BUT Macronutrient intake = Body Composition (dictates how much muscle you preserve, give you that "lean" look instead of "skinny fat" look if your macros…
    in IIFYM 'ers Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • Quest bars, beans, and low carb tortillas LOL. (if you do IIFYM & eat at Chipotle frequently like I do, 38 grams is easy - but that's all relative )
    in Yeesh! Does anyone actually get 38 grams of fiber? Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmn5rQVknH8
    in Protein shakes Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • Veins or vascularity are also a function of having low body fat. So you must be doing something good! keep it up :)
    in Veins Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • You're metabolically damaged. NO one should be dieting on 1000 calories and not losing weight let alone eating 1000 calories in general. To fix this means you're gonna have to gain some weight back, but even with this catch 22 if you do this correctly and for an extended period of time it will mean you get to diet on more…
    in please help, stopped losing weight??? Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • I've never low as 1200 before, when I am in the lower caloric intake I have tons of veggies: (spinach, lettuce, cabbage, broccoli) basically green vegetables help provide more volume to my meals and help in satiating me Secondly, protein sources are pretty lean as fat macros can add quickly: egg whites (I suggest buying…
    in 1200 Calories... What are you eating? Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • Personally High Protein dieting has helped me retain muscle during a "diet" phase, especially when the fat-loss phase is for an extended period of time. Also, meat/protein is satiating to me. I do sacrifice my fat macros moreso than my carbs just to keep my metabolic rate going and my own personal preference. I wouldn't…
    in IIFYM help! Eating too much protein Comment by bgarganera March 2014
  • I'm suggesting you look into "flexible dieting" or IIFYM. It's a way of eating that allows you to incorporate foods you enjoy into your "diet" plan as long as you eat them in moderation. Only guidelines are: hitting your caloric goals for the day and your macronutrient goals (Carbs, Protein, & Fat) I'm suggesting this…
    in How to Restart? Comment by bgarganera March 2014
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