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gym/lifting questions
Hey so for all of you who work out and lift: This may be a dumb question but Is it just as effective to use the machines at the gym opposed to having a personal trainer? Also is it better to focus on specific body parts vs daily doing the same like 10 things? and whats a good length of time recc for working out per day?
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workout plan help
Hey I am wondering if there are any good websites that can create a personal workout plan. I know this seems simple but it is something I struggle with. I can't say I'm a beginner at the gym but I mainly focus on cardio. I want to get into more lifting and strengthening. I tried checking out a personal trainer at my gym…
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restaurant portion size
i just admitted to myself that i cant throw food away when im at a restaurant. people say box ur food but i end up snacking on the way home. does anyone else have this issue or recommendations? thanks!
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fitbit and the gym
with my fitbit i get around 12-14000 steps a day without going to the gym so walking to and from work, walking the dog, etc. if i do go to the gym i find im really hungry that my 1lb a week calorie limit isnt enough. does anyone have one if so what do you do focus on steps or gym daily?
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under or goal?
I know this is at the end of the day the same thing but is it better to do cals for 1lb a week and try to stay under or do 2lbs a week and meet my goal? i see lots of people who stay under their goal even if its at 1300 cals. i did my first week again and i didnt lose but i know its bc i went over cals, it is hard to stay…
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Parties or family gatherings where YOU CANT ESCAPE THE BUFFET!!!
Hey! I feel my biggest downfall is when people get together for a party or gathering for a holiday, birthday, etc. What do you do to avoid overeating?
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All you who did it..whats your best advice?
What is your best advice for someone who has 20-25lb weight to lose? it is a struggle and i am quickly put in my place when i read the 100+ lbs to lose or lost. What is the best way to tackle this "small" loss? What worked for you in the times you just wanted another plate full or to raid you cupboards??
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the dreaded sweet tooth!
i dont know if i should cut out sweets all together OR if i should try to have them in moderation but if i am honest with myself there isnt really moderation for sweets with me. i cant seem to control myself with sweets and im starting to stress bc its the holidays and people bring them constantly in to the office. i can…
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do you eat when you're not hungry?
Do u eat when youre not hungry. ..meaning do u listen to your body at every meal or do u go by your usual schedule so if im not hungry ill eat my regular breakfast of 400 cals or whatever? If not then what? Bc all days are different but if u dont eat sometimes later im even more hungry..this is a struggle and then u have…
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how do u stay motivated in pm?
I need help. I do so great all day so perfect and at night when I get home from work its like it all catches up with me. I lost 7lbs no problem and now im plateauing bc im eating more and straying at night mainly. At night im tired bored or just want to feel full. I drink tons of water..idk just need help. Please and…
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BMR QUESTION
If my bmr is 1600 wouldn't I at least have to eat 1200 to lose at all? Confused about bmr
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little meals or big meals? help please
ok. i have a lot of battles going on in my head. i get bored counting cals but ik it works this site helped me lose 20lbs 4yrs ago ik it can help again. before i did 1200 cals and lost 20lbs in 2 months tons of exercising i was desperate to get it off. this time around im dreading it bc it was hell and i dont want it as…
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need help/positive pointers
i have 20-40lbs i want to lose.. ive been "trying" for months now and have endless excuses (too tired/too stressed/**** it/etc) i feel bad bc most ppl have lost 50-100+ pounds and im a cry baby about 20-40. ive done this before so i know its possible and to be honest i dont know why im writing bc most people will be like…
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how many pounds a week is your goal?
what do you have your goal per week set at? i keep changing mine bc i want to lose the weight and 8-10lbs a month is so dreamy however eating 12-1400 cals a day is hard esp if im stressed. if i put it to 1lb a week maybe itll be easier to maintain in the end and less of a shock for my MIND. :devil: what do you do? why?
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weekend help? favorite snacks?
what snacks do you carry around or always have? also, weekends are difficult bc its the time when i want to be the laziest..what keeps you focused on weekends? or what tricks do you have to sway too much freedom?
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what cals are you at?
if you dont mind me asking im just curious what cals people are at, were at, etc. and also how many pounds per week you are trying to lose? just wondering if people want their weight off fast or are just taking their time? what works for you?
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do you count veggie/fruit cals?
im unsure here because i feel we should count all cals however is it really worth the effort saying i ate 5 slices of cucumbers or broccoli or carrots or zucchini, etc? i understand fruit is carbs so they are higher in cals like some bananas or apples can be 100 cals or close to it. my doctor told me of this website and he…
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emotional eaters please help me!
hey my name is stephanie. i am a cheater right now. my doctor told me about this site 2 years ago and i lost 25lbs. this past 6 months have been very difficult since i lost the 2 closest people of my life, i finished massage therapy school and my husband and i have had a rocky relationship since he was in the military and…
