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It depends on if you have any other dietary requirements like diabetes, gluten intolerance, celiac etc. As long as you don't, then it makes it pretty simple. Eat the foods you like, stay within your calorie goals and macros. If you find you are low in one area, protein for example, then make little adjustments in your plan…
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That is fantastic! I've just done a similar thing, in finally buying sundresses and allowing my upper arms to be seen in public. It is very freeing,
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That's a great NSV!
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We have some adjustable desks in our office as well which allow switching back and forth at will. It hasn't helped anyone lose weight though. There are walking desks, which are a treadmill with a workstation, that do help with weight loss but it's expensive and most employers won't allow it due to safety concerns. Walking,…
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Truly, try eating more. By working out 5 days a week and only occasionally eating back some calories, with a start of 1200 cals means your net calories are really low. Try eating back half of your calories a day, at least getting your net to 1200.
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I work long hours at a desk job. I take mini breaks through out the day. One hour I'll do squats, the next hour desk push ups, etc. it's a few minutes at a time but it adds up. I always skip the elevator and take the stairs. I'll go outside at lunch and walk a lap or two around the building. Most evenings I hop on the…
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Not sure about type 1 and calling it IR, but anyways, metformin has been great for me. It greatly decreases my appetite and cravings. I can tell when I've forgotten my meds because I'll get very, very hungry. I limit to less than 45gm carbs per meal or 135/day. If I plan to have snacks, then I keep meals under 30gms,to…
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I love hard boiled eggs to add some protein to my snacks. Frozen banana slices are good during the summer. I slice and lay them in a pie pan to freeze individually then toss into ziplock bags. I like to have a few plain but they are even better with a bit of peanut butter on top. YUM!
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I agree, you should be loading up on protein and fats for fullness, along with lots of veggies. Carbs cause a sugar spike then rapid decline, which is what has most people ready for a nap after a big meal. How about a little moderation on the weekends? No one says you can't hang with friends, but since getting 2-3 hrs of…
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Simple sandwiches loaded with protein and veggies, Mission carb balance wraps with the same protein/veggies, tuna, low sodium soup, leftover chicken and veggies, greek yogurt with fruit, hard boiled eggs, cheese sticks... Any combo of these typically.
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Being able to shop smaller sizes is a huge NSV! WTG!
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Those are some great NSVs. It's easy to forget when one is just watching the scale.
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Awesome accomplishment! Congrats on reaching your goal.
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Your metabolism may have slowed while you were eating so little but a week isn't enough time to know that. Keep making healthy choices and getting some exercise, log everything you eat and measure it if at all possible. (Guessing isn't very accurate when you are trying to pin point a problem.)
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Most likely water with a pound or two of gain. I gained 6lbs on vacation, gone the following week.
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Keep logging, making healthier choices and don't give up. Gradually increase your activity each day, that may be nothing more than walking at first, but it helps. For me, I'll lose several pounds in a week, then won't see any progress for a couple of weeks. It took me about 3 months before I figured out that cycle. My…
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Definitely read the sexypants thread. Each forum has a selection of posts at the top of the first page with information for new members too. As to what to try, don't try to change everything overnight. Start logging every day. After a couple of weeks, take time to look at the trends. Are you meeting your goals? Are there…
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That is a great attitude to have! "I will" is much stronger than "I will try to". Be persistent, keep logging and don't give up.
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We all have to start somewhere and every person here was once in your shoes, making the decision that it is time for a lifestyle change. Start logging everyday, no matter if you stick to your plan or not. Even going over on calories provides information to learn from and believe me, this will be an ongoing learning…
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I battle with fluid retention too and it's likely the cause of your gain. Keep making those healthy choices and talk to your doc. The scale will start to move. If you are embarrassed, why not take your own measurements? No need to rely on another person to them if it makes you uncomfortable.
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Offer to bring the dessert and make it a healthier option. Skip dessert completely. Have dessert and find something similar in the database to log. You could decrease the rest of your meals that day to save back a few extra calories for dinner or put in an extra work out.There's really not a wrong or right way to go about…
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That's fantastic and a big accomplishment!
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I totally agree. Decide based upon how you feel. If you are comfortable now, then stick with maintenance. You can always switch up your work outs to tone, increase fitness etc without losing more.
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Skinny Cow caramel truffle ice cream bars are fabulous! They make several other kinds as well. Their chocolate peanut butter crisp bars are better than most candy bars yet healthier. I keep sugar free hard candies on hand when I want a little sweet. Sugar free jello with fruit and a dab of whipping topping is good too.…
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My hubby bought these too, thinking it would make healthy snacks for me. Often though, the carb amount in a serving will be too high for my needs so he ends up eating most of them. It's making him eat healthier snacks, so I guess I'll call that a win. :laugh: I think they are overpriced for what you get but it does give…
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My husband and I had an argument over this topic. I asked for a specific food item by brand when he went to the store. Instead, he comes home with the generic, cheap no brand version of it. I did try and just couldn't eat it. Next time I was at the store, I bought what I wanted. When hubby saw it in the frig later he got…
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If you do not have a medical reason to watch your carbs and sugars, then it's really not too bad and better than having all that sugar in candy bars. :laugh: if you want to try for more balance, then you'll need to replace some of that fruit with other options. It may be as simple as trading a banana for some berries for…
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I agree that protein, with some fats and carbs is the way to go. One of my power breakfasts is 2 eggs cooked with EVOO, a slice of cheese and veggies wrapped in a Mission Carb Balance tortilla wrap, with a cup of milk or greek yogurt. Sometimes I'll add a little bacon or sausage if we have any just for variety. Oatmeal…
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Like others, I try to grow as much as possible. We have strawberry plants and 5 apple trees. Each year I plant tomatoes, peppers, onions, cucumbers, melons, beans and whatever else sounds good. This year it's cilantro for my salsa. I don't have a lot of sunny space in our yard, so most of these are grown in large pots on…
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Rapid weight gain and insulin resistance sounds like you may have PCOS. I gained 80 lbs in 2 yrs when PCOS caused my hormones to go wonky. I've had a Mirena for 6 yrs and have had no weight gain with it, so I can't really help much there.
