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You don't need either of those things. What you need is motivation. So what is going to motivate you? Maybe to start out, paying for a personal training and having that weekly appointment that you have to make is going to motivate you. Maybe just paying a monthly gym membership is going to motivate you. Maybe making…
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I was a non-runner who pounded away on a treadmill for years just for exercise. It was miserable. I hated it. But I liked how it worked for my body to lose weigh. About 4 years after I was habitually running on a treadmill I started running outside and I fell IN LOVE. I never run with music, it's a great way to explore, I…
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This.
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As long as you have the strength to get through your workout, it's fine. I personally can't stomach eating breakfast and then working out right after so I wait and if I'm feeling a bit weak, I have a banana first. Make sure you hydrate and eat a good meal after.
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A few years ago I had a creepy gym friend. I was pretty skeeved out for awhile but I made it clear that I wasn't interested and he ended up being a pretty fun person to hang out with at the gym.
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I use EAS protein in some plain almond milk. I will have that alone or I will blend it with fruit, spinach and ice for a nice smoothie.
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I enjoy both. It really just depends on what mood I'm in. I will say I probably do yoga more because it's easier to do at home and I think it helps me correct my poor desk posture. I wouldn't worry about not caring for yoga. No one has to like everything.
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Aw! English Bulldogs are the best! We want to get one but need to wait a few years until we are settled in one place (hubbys in the military and bulldogs aren't really made for airplanes). We have a greyhound named Zoey. Despite her history as a track star, she would much rather lounge around the house than go jogging with…
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I'm not so much an organized sports kind of person, but I enjoy meeting up with running groups or running with my husband. I also like to take fitness classes- spin, zumba, yoga, etc. I enjoy the socialization without being competitive.
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I think part of it depends on where you are with your weight loss in part, and also how many calories you burn while exercising. If you're heavier, you probably don't need to eat them back and you will lose weight at a faster rate for awhile. Eventually this may not continue to work for you. I'm training to run a marathon…
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Weight training isn't bad. Muscles burn more calories than fat does even at rest. I wouldn't delay starting asap, even with something gentle. Also, toss out the idea that you will bulk up. You would have to do some serious lifting, as well as adding supplements and following a very strict diet. Don't even worry about that.
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This link is good tool to help guide you on what your cravings mean you body needs. Hope it helps. http://www.dailytransformations.com/food-cravings-here-is-what-your-body-really-wants/
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I agree, the week of the race, just do short, easy runs to keep your legs fresh but not tired. I also agree that you don't have to have run the 13 miles prior to the race. Lots of people do, lots of people don't. Personally, when I was training for my first half marathon, I was finishing up my last semester of college and…
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Really the last thing you want to do is go 16-20 hours without eating. Ever. Regardless of how badly you may have messed up your plan. It messes with your metabolism, it messes with your blood sugar, and starving yourself (which is in essence what you're doing) is never ok. I like the analogy that just because you run a…
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One of the keys I've found to paleo is always being prepared. When you're just starting out it is expensive and sometimes frustrating to set your kitchen up for a Paleo diet but once you get the basics (almond/coconut flour, coconut oil, nuts in bulk, etc) it is easier to manage. I got into the habit of always carrying a…
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I'm pretty sure it's a healthy/safety violation. You might want to investigate that angle and then present it to your supervisor. Plus, going barefoot to the bathroom is just nasty. I slip my feet out of my shoes at my desk if I wear heals, but I would never walk around that way.
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I'm under the impression that PF is geared to be beginner friendly. Since it's so affordable and no contract, I think it's worth finding out. You may love it for awhile and then outgrow it and that's ok. This is all about finding out what you like and continuing to grow. I say give it a try!
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I saw an article somewhere- probably on the Huffington Post- that sited research about "bedroom time" not really being as much of a calorie burner as people give it credit for. Take that however you want.
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It sounds like you may already know where you are going wrong. Track every bite to see where you are at. Often we eat more than we think we do. If you can, a heart rate monitor will be helpful too, though they can be pricey. (I got a great deal on one off Amazon- $20 for an $80 model). If none of that works, visit your…
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The awesome thing is when you eat whole, natural, healthy food (and not boxed, process junk) it's really not an excessive amount of food. Our bodies want food, they love it, we need it to survive but what we've come to see as "food" doesn't nourish our bodies like they need to be.
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I agree with every single person who has said to eat more. 1200 calories is not enough for most people. Be patient and kind with yourself too. And try to guage all the nonscale victories you have.
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Search Body Rock TV- they have tons of great workout videos. You can also find some great things on YouTube. At your local library you can request a variety of workout DVDs through interlibrary loan. Nike Training Club is a great app that you can use at home with just some dumbbells. Of course there's also just walking,…
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Is disgusted really the word you meant to use? You said you wanted to say something to him about his habits? So is this a regular thing? Maybe you really felt CONCERNED for your dad's health. Maybe you really felt DISAPPOINTMENT that he hadn't taken a cue from your new healthy ways. Maybe you really felt SADNESS within…
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I'd just try to get back with your normal goal. Eating too little might make you hungry and just getting into that habit can promote bad behavior. Your body doesn't really like when you try to play games.
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Wow, you have had a LOT happen this year. I'm happy to have you as a friend!
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I think calorie counting is KEY when you are first starting out. Most people don't know what a portion size is, or how many calories are in those portions, they don't know what ingredients are turning otherwise acceptable meals into calorie BOMBS. It really does help you learn. For me, I don't track my cals every day. I've…
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Blend them into a smoothie! 90% of the time I loathe salads. To get more greens I blend kale, spinach or arugula into my morning smoothies which go something like this- Big handful o' greens 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Protein powder or 2 tbsp peanut butter 1/2 banana 1/2 cup berries Ice I mix up my fruits depending on…
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The bacon, dressing, croutons, and maybe even mayo and cheese or the crackers may contribute quite a bit to your sodium. You didn't really say what your total goal is for sodium but unless directed by a doctor because you have high blood pressure or some other medical concern there shouldn't be much of a reason to aim…
