NEW YEARS RESOLUTION WEIGHT LOSS THREAD

[Sterling]

I'm still waiting to walk over to the gym... anyone have any suggestions on what I should do? I'm not wearing gym clothes, just some jeans and a t-shirt so I don;t want to get too sweaty... I can bring some to work in the future though.

[Sterling]

Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

Treadmill...30 minutes (to start). Walk...run...whatever. But, don't stop. I don't know how far or for how long you can run. But, try to get where you can continue to run/jog (no stopping) for a mile and then move up...1.25 miles, then 1.5, up to 2, etc. If running isn't your thing, get on the elliptical. 30 minutes at least.

There was a time when I was in the gym for an hour and a half. 30 to 40 min cardio and the rest lifting. God, it was great. And then, I didn't know how to eat. I can only cross my fingers and hope that I can find that time to get back in and do my stuff but eat right while I'm at it.

Just get in the gym. 30 min. That's a starter. From there, step it up!

Thanks tag... 30 min on the treadmill. I'm on it... and I don;t have P90X so I wouldn;t know what to do. I'll check back in when I'm done.....

[Sterling]

I'm back... the treadmill said I burned 241 calories. Not bad for a quick 30 min walk.

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by RubyCamaro

Wow! You need to be on the C5 calendar guys thread. Nice inspiration. My morning shake is soy/whey protein, frozen strawberries, blueberries, peaches & banana slices. Actually tastes good & good for you. For us girls, what is the best tip for maintaining muscle mass. Zumba & dance/exercise classes (3x/wk) are burning calories & giving aerobic workout. I know how to weight train but have a hard time adding one more thing to the weekly routine.

that is one high calorie shake if you break it down. Careful with the "it's healthy for you" and the "it's also high in calories". That is a great shake, but I would probably go with just one of the Strawberries, OR blueberries or Bananas, but not all.

Calories are calories no matter if they are "healthy" calories or mayo fat calories.

With your Zumba and dance, you are really burning some calories and we would need to measure that to see if you are needing more calories to get some muscle. Our muscles hold A LOT of great nutrients our bodies want to burn. If we are doing a lot of manual labor, exercising, lifting heavy, etc.. your body is needing a little more nutrition to keep up. That is why so many people have a hard time trying to lose weight, they are NOT getting enough nutrition. That's right, you need to eat more to lose more. ..and we all want to be in that catagory.

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by metallicide

Ha very nice bro, look awesome, im cuttting hard. 1 for army school I have to go to, secondly me and the wife are gonna do some fitness photos. I have been bigger. Once i get the abs poppin i will start uppin cals slowly till I find a good medium.

Awesome!!! You may need to back some of that protein/cals down then. If you are struggling on losing, I'm thinking you may be over you limit in cals for the day.

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by SSGirl

Okay, I de-junked our house tonight and went to the store and bought a lot of fruit, leafy veggies, and healthy snacks. I'm excited about getting back to feeling good again because I am not eating junk all the time!!

I am also going to try to go back to my deep water advanced water aerobics class this week. I am not going to use the weights in the water though and see if my shoulder can handle it.

You are awesome SSGirl.. PEOPLE DO THIS ASAP!! If it is NOT in the house, you will NOT eat it! Get rid of the urge, out of sight and out of mind. Don't make it easy to get back into bad habits.

Don't give me this excuse about kids either.. As a responsible parent, you are responsible for your childs health... Do not put them down this same path you are HAVING to go down now. Kids don't need that juice box, or Little Debbie cake.. they can eat fruit, apples and everything else. If it's not in the HOUSE, they can not eat it either!

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by sterlingnotes

I'm back... the treadmill said I burned 241 calories. Not bad for a quick 30 min walk.

Great JOB! Anytime someone makes that first step, and then repeats and respeats and repeats each of those trips to the gym, you earn my respect. Go Make it happen! You will not believe the energy you have throughout the day when you are in great shape. You feel better, you work better, you do everything better cause you feel like you can not be stopped!

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

I'm in.

I'm at 240 right now.

I was down to 206 in the academy. Like Chris, I want to drop 25lbs, but also want to bulk up and add some muscle. I've got a 12 week diet/workout plan and need to get started. Finding the time to get to the gym has been most challenging part of all of this. But, I'm in.

Take Measurements!! When bulking and losing weight..looking at that scale will not tell you the truth. Muscle weights more, so you may be thrown off by that, take measurements at your neck, chest, waist, thigh, calf, bicep.

[SSMOKINHOT]

Originally Posted by Coop

What is P90X?

P90X is an intense work out program. It has 12 workouts and a nutrition plan. This program is not for the weak of heart...it is TOUGH but you will see awesome results if you stick with it!! You can learn more at http://www.beachbody.com/product/fit...nt=P90X_MS2_C2

Originally Posted by hrpiii

You are awesome SSGirl.. PEOPLE DO THIS ASAP!! If it is NOT in the house, you will NOT eat it! Get rid of the urge, out of sight and out of mind. Don't make it easy to get back into bad habits.

Don't give me this excuse about kids either.. As a responsible parent, you are responsible for your childs health... Do not put them down this same path you are HAVING to go down now. Kids don't need that juice box, or Little Debbie cake.. they can eat fruit, apples and everything else. If it's not in the HOUSE, they can not eat it either!

Awesome advice!!!! I have a 6 year old and I don't even go down the junk food aisle while at the grocery store!! I avoid that aisle like it's the plague!! I am so proud that my daughter will chose an apple over a cookie any day!!

My achilles heel is that I am a vegetarian...so I don't get the protein I need...so that is something that I am really focusing on this year. Any tips or recipes will be greatly appreciated! The other problem is I am also a runner....so I need carbs...the P90X diet (so far) doesn't really allow too many carbs so I have to modify it a little to add the carbs I need...with whole wheat/whole grain carbs of course!!

[hrpiii]

Originally Posted by SSMOKINHOT

My achilles heel is that I am a vegetarian...so I don't get the protein I need...so that is something that I am really focusing on this year. Any tips or recipes will be greatly appreciated! The other problem is I am also a runner....so I need carbs...the P90X diet (so far) doesn't really allow too many carbs so I have to modify it a little to add the carbs I need...with whole wheat/whole grain carbs of course!!

No problem adding carbs when you need to, but did you know your body is smarter than you. Your body can convert protein (and fats) to carbs for energy, but it can not convert carbs to protein for muscle building.

Do you care for any of the high quality protein shakes (or protein powders). Like VPX Zero Carb protein (Graham Cracker..OMG is so good).

Protein for Vegetarins:
Legumes (beans/soy beans)
Nuts/Seeds
Dairy
Cereal-Food grains
Fruits
EGGS!

[427Carl]

I'm in too I have been 220 for several years I bulge up to 230-235 at Christmas.. My Dad at my age was 315.. He died.... I use low carb diet, and it works great for me.. I take lot of vitamins.. I walk the dog each day.. I had a treadmill once (gave it away) Did you know runners and vegetarians die first? Seriously, I hope to be down to 200 for Oshawa... got to go.... I have to have my morning nap...

[SSMOKINHOT]

Originally Posted by hrpiii

No problem adding carbs when you need to, but did you know your body is smarter than you. Your body can convert protein (and fats) to carbs for energy, but it can not convert carbs to protein for muscle building.

Do you care for any of the high quality protein shakes (or protein powders). Like VPX Zero Carb protein (Graham Cracker..OMG is so good).

Protein for Vegetarins:
Legumes (beans/soy beans)
Nuts/Seeds
Dairy
Cereal-Food grains
Fruits
EGGS!

Hmmm...that is interesting, I was not aware that your body could convert protein into carbs. That is gonna make me feel much better about increasing protein and decreasing carbs. Thanks!

I like the Syntha6 protein powder....tastes great and has less calories than most protein powders. I will look into the ones you mentioned though.

I'm pretty much aware of the non-meat protein choices, I'm just not sure how to creatively work them in, ya know? I like putting beans on my salads and like nuts as a snack. I also eat the heck out of the Morning Star soy protein options they offer but am looking for some good full meal ideas that my non-vegetarian husband will rave over. I DO eat fish/seafood, so I am not completely limited and love the fact I get my Omega-3s.

Originally Posted by 427Carl

Did you know runners and vegetarians die first?

That is what my husband tries to tell me but I think it is a bunch of

[hrpiii]

Great Protein Powders I have used over the years. These are Quality Protein powders, low sugars, no fillers, taste great, mix well. You do get what you pay for.

VPX Zero Carb
BSN Lean Dessert
Opt Nutrition Pro Complex
Monster Milk
Beverly International
Dymatize

if anyone is interested in online sites I order from, I could post those also.

[midnighter]

On 01-01-11= 200 lbs.
Today= 197 lbs.
Goal= 185 lbs.

Eating a good sized breakfast, healthy lunch, healthy dinner no later than 5 p.m..