NEW YEARS RESOLUTION WEIGHT LOSS THREAD

[Silver Ice]

Good job Becky,

[CFD]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

I'm 5'4" and weigh 128-130. For me to loose/maintain i have to eat 1500-1600 calories. So it may look like i'm not eating alot but I really am for me and my size. If I'm doing Insanity... I eat a little more since its a little more high intensity.

Actually yours doesn't look bad but some other posts show inadequate calorie amounts and not at all balanced meals.

[dianeokie]

I've kind of just been reading the posts here, and truly what works for someone may not work for someone else. I am a dietitian by education and trade, but I work with young children and pregnant women, so I don't work on weight loss on a daily basis. What I do know is that if you are truly overweight, you need to consider getting some medical advice before you embark on a plan to lose weight. Please lose weight sensibly and not too quickly, because that may set you up for possible failure or other problems. One to two pounds a week is sensible. Making small changes gradually for those who haven't done this before will make the task much more manageable. Shoot for small, short term goals first, and then your goal is much more attainable.

Try this website if you need some guidance or you are unsure. I have seen some really good advice on this thread, but may not be realistic for some of us.

http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/index.html

Good luck to all!

[CFD]

Originally Posted by dianeokie

I've kind of just been reading the posts here, and truly what works for someone may not work for someone else. I am a dietitian by education and trade, but I work with young children and pregnant women, so I don't work on weight loss on a daily basis. What I do know is that if you are truly overweight, you need to consider getting some medical advice before you embark on a plan to lose weight. Please lose weight sensibly and not too quickly, because that may set you up for possible failure or other problems. One to two pounds a week is sensible. Making small changes gradually for those who haven't done this before will make the task much more manageable. Shoot for small, short term goals first, and then your goal is much more attainable.

Try this website if you need some guidance or you are unsure. I have seen some really good advice on this thread, but may not be realistic for some of us.


http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/index.html

Good luck to all!

I just glanced at the link you provided and all I can say is
Wow, I am in shock, it seems that the government and I have similar views on something, who would have ever guessed that.

[dianeokie]

Originally Posted by CFD

I just glanced at the link you provided and all I can say is
Wow, I am in shock, it seems that the government and I have similar views on something, who would have ever guessed that.

Maybe because it's non-partisan... actually, obesity is something the government is really serious about, which is refreshing. What's even better is that physical activity is a big part of it! Whooo hoooo

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by CFD

Actually yours doesn't look bad but some other posts show inadequate calorie amounts and not at all balanced meals.

There are tons of calorie calculators and only diet journals. So you know how much you should be eating to meet your goals and keep track of if you are eating too much or little. It sounds extreme but to an extent i measure out my food. It helps me learn serving sizes and minimize over eating. It gives you a pretty accurate idea of how many calories your eating. Maybe I'm just crazy.

[CFD]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

There are tons of calorie calculators and only diet journals. So you know how much you should be eating to meet your goals and keep track of if you are eating too much or little. It sounds extreme but to an extent i measure out my food. It helps me learn serving sizes and minimize over eating. It gives you a pretty accurate idea of how many calories your eating. Maybe I'm just crazy.

It's not crazy, when I started working out and eating healthy I kept track of everything I ate. I measured and weighed everything I ate, I kept and do keep workout journals. I don't measure my foods any more because I always eat the same combinations of foods. I prepare most of my meals in advance and freeze them so I don't even think about it. Grab a container and nuke it perfectly balanced meals in an instant.

[SSMOKINHOT]

Originally Posted by CFD

It's good too see everyone working towards your goals and making progress. One thing I have noticed is that you are all starving yourselves. I also know that when you jump on the scale it will show weight loss but in reality you should follow a good diet and exercise plan to reach your goals. The results won't be as fast at the beginning but believe me it is thr right and healthy way to do it. Honestly if you are loosing more than 1 or 2 pounds a week it is not fat you are loosing. A few posts up I mentioned ratios of carbs proteins and fat. Everyones body is different but in general these ratios are proven to work. Weight loss and muscle building is not guess work it is science. I guess the problem is and I say this because it was true for me at first most do not know what really are the right foods, amounts of food and ratios to eat. I have somewhere a few charts and examples that may help, I will dig them up and post them to help get everyone on the right track. I am not a professional trainer or nutritionist but there are those among us who are and I think if the chime in you will see this info is accurate. I hope I can be of help because this is an area I have done a lot of research in.

Whew!! I thought I was doing something wrong because it has taken me 2 weeks to loose 3 pounds!! I keep telling myself that is just fine....muscle weighs more than fat and I will be more likely to keep it off because I am doing it the right way!!

[25thanniversary]

is anyone doing cheat days.

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by CFD

It seems like we eat and exercise in a similar way so how come I don't look like you LOL.

Pics please! lol

Originally Posted by Blackhawk6

Bonnie, thanks made the Cajun Shrimp tonight and it was splended.. Just can stop at a couple.

Thanks Again.

Terry

Awesome Terry! Glad you liked it!

Originally Posted by CFD

Yogurt is a good example. All dairy products have natural sugars in them but they add processed sugar to make them more tasteful, I always get nf greek yogurt then add a scoop of vanila protein powder, a handeful of blueberrys and if it's a meal a little bit of whole grain cereal, it makes for a quick and easy well balanced snack or mini meal.

OK now I'm hungry.......thanks lol, I love yogurt!

Originally Posted by Icandrivejustnotlegally

I just had waffles, and ice cream. Cheers to weight loss for teenagers

What is this mumbo jumbo thats sits on my screen?

Originally Posted by CFD

Wait untill your my age, things work against you, slow metabilism, gravity, those waffles and ice cream don't look good when they are stored on your butt.

Originally Posted by BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet

Gotta love the rewards....nice job too on the
weight you did lose, not don't put it all back on
with waffles and ice cream

hahahaha lol

Originally Posted by Icandrivejustnotlegally

I got to take advantage of this wonderful time



I been eating food like this whole time. Not all my food, but I always eat what looks good. My metabolism sped up, but I been eating as much as I usual do so now I am losing weight eating normally.

I remember those days!


My daughter and I went to the Gym tonight and she followed me and did my circuit workout with me, I think she's stronger than she realizes, she kept using really light weight but thats ok, I kept telling her that she's doing great and she has to start somewhere. She would start lifting the weight and would say oh this is so easy then by the 6th or 7th rep she was like ok I'm finished because it was getting harder then I'd say "HEY DON'T STOP THERE! GIVE ME 3 MORE"!!!!!! LOL I went all sargeant on her, it was fun!!!!! And she's gonna be sore tomorrow! hehe

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by 25thanniversary

is anyone doing cheat days.

I give myself one cheat day a week. It keeps me from straying the rest of the week.

[25thanniversary]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

I give myself one cheat day a week. It keeps me from straying the rest of the week.

cool I am not the only one then Sunday's are going to be my cheat days just for the super bowl.

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by 25thanniversary

is anyone doing cheat days.

Saturday is mine, but I don't over do it, I just have carbs through the day like PB and jelly sandwich, slice of pizza and maybe a couple scoops of icecream. Tomorrow is friday!

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Saturday is mine, but I don't over do it I just have carbs through the day like PB and jelly sandwich, slice of pizza and maybe a couple scoops of icecream. Tomorrow is friday!

For my cheat day this week I am going to Red Onion and getting seafood enchiladas witg a mojito. Yum!!