-
hello!
Hello all! My name is Ginger. I just wanted to introduce myself. I am excited and overwhelmed by this whole entire weight loss journey I have ahead of me but I am determined to do it; I'll die if I don't.
-
Sources of protein
I am on a lower carb, high protein, moderate fats diet. It's recommended to have 1g of protein per pound of body weight per day.... well how on earth can I do this? I'm choosing foods that have high protein but I am no where near my goal which I have set around 220g which is still below 1g per pound a day in regards to my…
-
Accurately tracking calories burned during exercise?
Hello all! I am wanting to purchase something to help me better track the calories I actually burn while working out. I have heard of HRM's and such but I don't know what to buy. Any suggestions? My exercise routine is typically brisk walking, stationary biking, elliptical, strength training, yoga, Pilates and I am just…
-
Hate me today, hate me tomorrow
I am motivated and excited for these changes but I ultimately know that I am my own worst enemy. I battle with confidence and doubt my ability to do anything of value or anything good. How can I get past that and move forward? Most days I can't stand to look in the mirror and I absolutely hate myself. I do not want to feel…
-
IIFIYM and TDEE?
I'll admit that I am a newbie. I get that eating at a deficit is what causes weight loss and I get that watching my macros is important too as well as exercise. What is IIFIYM and TDEE?
-
Need some more buddies!
Always looking for more buddies to help motivate one another! Add me if you're in!
-
Is this normal?
I have faith in my ability to follow a nutrition and exercise program. I am motivated because not only do I want to look and feel better but I know that I will die if I don't make these changes. I enjoy healthy food and love to exercise. My problem is that I don't feel its possible for ME to ever have the success that…
-
Veggie Soup Saves Me!
When I get hungry and know that I don't have very many calories left I have a bowl of my standby soup to fill me up with little damage to my caloric intake. Not to mention its just delicious!! Good Low Cal Veggie Soup Recipe: 2 peeled and sliced potatoes 1 bag of frozen green beans 1 bag of frozen carrots 1 medium size…
-
Advice?
I am trying to lose over 100 pounds. I know a lot of you on here have already succeeded with this and I'd love and appreciate any advice you guys can give me! I know it won't come off over night and I don't expect it to. I don't have a specific goal 'weight' in mind, though I know it will definitely be after the 100 pounds…
-
Trying to get my sexy back...
Need friends to share the experience with!
-
Pick A Theme Song for the Person Above You
Everyone needs a theme song, ya know, one that a person following you around with a boombox would be blaring :)
-
Why we deserve to be healthy...
First of all, I am not here to lose a small amount of weight. I am here to lose over 100 pounds. It's going to be hard, I am going to get down and I know there will be days when I slip or don't do my best. But I will do this. How many of you have cried at the thought of putting on a pair of jeans or a dress? What about…
