Replies
-
Starting 16/8 today! I've counted macros for a long time, but I find it very difficult to do when I can't control my surroundings and meal prep (traveling, celebrations, etc.). Starting with IF today along with counting macros, then IF solely when I can't be in total control. Wish me luck!
-
I would recommend surrounding yourself with a health-minded community to find support. Start yoga, CrossFit, a running/walking club, even a neighbor that nightly walks their dog. These people have the same goals as you and can keep you on track and become your inspiration and support. I found this community after trying…
-
Try not to focus too much on appearance and focus more on small goals. For example: make a goal to eat lean protein and vegetables at every meal. I too have wanted abs and even 5 years of crossfit and a year of Olympic lifting hasn't given them to me (genetics). When you don't see these results it's easy to get frustrated…
-
Lift more weights.
-
egg whites, chicken, beef jerky for snacks, oatmeal with added protein, low-fat greek yogurt (Siggi's is good), turkey, PB2 (powdered peanut butter with low fat)
-
Have you tried counting macros? I had the same problem for years with crossfit and realized I wasn't eating near enough protein and way too much fat. Give macros a try.
-
It depends on what your goals are. I do crossfit/weightlifting where you have to be a certain weight/weight class and I found macros to be very easy to manage and count once you get the hang of it. I was able to cut down to the lowest weight of my adult life along with being the strongest I've ever been. My gym has a…
-
Find something you like to do or you won't do it. And find a like-minded community that likes do to whatever it is you do. Friends who will encourage you to walk, run, go to bootcamp, whatever, will help make your decision to do it easier on the days you don't want to. The best decision I've ever made health-wise is…
