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[Tick]

For those of you with a sweet tooth looking for a low cal but tasty snack,, Emerald Cocoa Roast almonds are AWESOME

I loved them for the first week or so. By the end of the bag, I was done with them. I'm back to regular or salted almonds.

 

[Tick]

Is there something you guys recommend I drink?If I'm relegated to Ultra and its ilk, I think I'll just do water. :(

Someone earlier in the thread mentioned Corona Lights are 99 calories... not bad if you like corona

There are ads on the website, which has more functionality than the mobile version.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Is there something you guys recommend I drink?If I'm relegated to Ultra and its ilk, I think I'll just do water. :(

Ultra and Miller Lite are the same when it comes to calories vs. alcohol content. So if you're drinking to get some sort of buzz, stick with the miller lite. If you "just want to have a beer in your hand" I would go with the lower calorie ultraETA: That is if you're a miller lite/bud lite drinker

 

[shadyridr]

Is there something you guys recommend I drink?If I'm relegated to Ultra and its ilk, I think I'll just do water. :(

drinking and weight loss really dont go hand in hand. Its sucks but its a fact. Either exercise like a ##### like MAC32 said or nurse a few beers on the weekend instead of drinking a whole six pack. Like I said its been the hardest part for me but I just determined being healthy and looking good were more important than getting a nice buzz on on the weekends.

 

[KiddLattimer]

Finally hit my first plateau... been stuck between 272 and 274 for the last week.

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help.

Question for all of you who have been doing this for a while... do you get right up to your net calorie goal for the day or do you leave some on the table at the end of the day?

Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal. Just curious what has worked for some of you in the past

 

[shadyridr]

Finally hit my first plateau... been stuck between 272 and 274 for the last week.

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help.

Question for all of you who have been doing this for a while... do you get right up to your net calorie goal for the day or do you leave some on the table at the end of the day?

Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal. Just curious what has worked for some of you in the past

yes, eat healthier meals throughout the day

 

[NewlyRetired]

The exercise part of this continues to improve.

12 days ago I performed my first jog and barely finished 1.25 miles and almost keeled over at the end

Today I just did 3 miles and my last lap was a faster time than any lap I have run in the 12 days!

I can't wait to add the gym to this next week as I need to burn more calories so I can eat a little more.

Now I just need to not make a mess of this weekend when I go away to DC so that I can have an outside chance at some weight loss on Monday.

 

[KiddLattimer]

Finally hit my first plateau... been stuck between 272 and 274 for the last week.

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help.

Question for all of you who have been doing this for a while... do you get right up to your net calorie goal for the day or do you leave some on the table at the end of the day?

Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal. Just curious what has worked for some of you in the past

yes, eat healthier meals throughout the day

Normally I do - a lot of fruit, salad and chicken - this week has been chaotic so I just took it easy on the other meals to stay under goal

 

[NewlyRetired]

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help. Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal.

With that recent dinner diet check on your fat content. You may be under your calorie goal but might be over your fat content goal.

 

[belljr]

Been doing pretty well calorie wise but not super healthy - been working out but not seeing the weight loss yet. I'm stuck where I have been for quite some time.

 

[KiddLattimer]

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help. Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal.

With that recent dinner diet check on your fat content. You may be under your calorie goal but might be over your fat content goal.

Actually Ive been below the fat content too - assuming the MFP calculations are correct - but the sodium content is out of control.

 

[shadyridr]

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help. Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal.

With that recent dinner diet check on your fat content. You may be under your calorie goal but might be over your fat content goal.

Actually Ive been below the fat content too - assuming the MFP calculations are correct - but the sodium content is out of control.

higher sodium means you are retaining water. And everyones life is hectic. You still need to take the time to plan ahead what you are going to eat. Again, Im not trying to sound harsh but if you want this to last a lifetime, you need to change your habits. Its hard work. Nobody's saying it shouldnt be. Treat it like anything else you work hard at, like your job, a relationship, or anything else.

 

[NewlyRetired]

Been doing pretty well calorie wise but not super healthy - been working out but not seeing the weight loss yet. I'm stuck where I have been for quite some time.

have you lost any weight at all or are you just starting the program?

 

[KiddLattimer]

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help. Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal.

With that recent dinner diet check on your fat content. You may be under your calorie goal but might be over your fat content goal.

Actually Ive been below the fat content too - assuming the MFP calculations are correct - but the sodium content is out of control.

higher sodium means you are retaining water. And everyones life is hectic. You still need to take the time to plan ahead what you are going to eat. Again, Im not trying to sound harsh but if you want this to last a lifetime, you need to change your habits. Its hard work. Nobody's saying it shouldnt be. Treat it like anything else you work hard at, like your job, a relationship, or anything else.

You dont sound harsh at all... you're absolutely right. It was just a week of poor planning... It'll get better. I suspected it was the sodium / water retention like you said... plus I probably gained some muscle with the workouts Ive been doing. Im going to try to go super low sodium over the next 3-4 days to see if that makes a difference.

 

[belljr]

Been doing pretty well calorie wise but not super healthy - been working out but not seeing the weight loss yet. I'm stuck where I have been for quite some time.

have you lost any weight at all or are you just starting the program?

I was on board way back in January. I hit an all time high of 217. Dropped down to 190. Went on vacation in April and gained back to 194. I have been sitting there since April. I have yo-yo from 180 to 210 for the past 10 years.Down to 185 up to 210 down to 190 up againI just "rededicated" myself to getting back to my 180 weight, and eating a little better overall.Funny thing in college I weighed 180 and had very little fat. Even when I lose this last 10-15 pounds - I won't look like I did then

 

[phishphan]

I've been staying under calories the whole time, but Ive been going light on breakfast and lunch and having a greasy dinner (bacon cheeseburger, chipotle burrito and cheese pizza three of the last five days) so I assume that has a lot to do with it. Even though its below calories for the day the fat and sodium sure dont help. Normally I try to leave around 250-300 calories at the end of the day because I burn around 500 a day, but lately I have been closer to 100 or fewer calories to my net goal.

With that recent dinner diet check on your fat content. You may be under your calorie goal but might be over your fat content goal.

Actually Ive been below the fat content too - assuming the MFP calculations are correct - but the sodium content is out of control.

higher sodium means you are retaining water. And everyones life is hectic. You still need to take the time to plan ahead what you are going to eat. Again, Im not trying to sound harsh but if you want this to last a lifetime, you need to change your habits. Its hard work. Nobody's saying it shouldnt be. Treat it like anything else you work hard at, like your job, a relationship, or anything else.

You dont sound harsh at all... you're absolutely right. It was just a week of poor planning... It'll get better. I suspected it was the sodium / water retention like you said... plus I probably gained some muscle with the workouts Ive been doing. Im going to try to go super low sodium over the next 3-4 days to see if that makes a difference.

Drinking more water will fix your sodium problem. I wouldn't worry with it too much. If you eat anything prepackaged, you're probably going to be over on sodium.

 

[KiddLattimer]

For those of you with a sweet tooth looking for a low cal but tasty snack,, Emerald Cocoa Roast almonds are AWESOME

Great tip... just tried these things and love em.

 

[Drifter]

I don't like this feeling. I am working out. Pounds are peeling away and I am easily beating my calorie goal and doing my best to eat two or more times a day. I rarely feel hungry anymore but I also never feel full. I used to look forward to my one meal dinner like a terrorist looks forward to 40 virgins after he dies. Now I spend more time measuring than I do enjoying the food I cook.

That part of the reason why some people advocate a cheat day every once in a while, or even once per week. It won't torpedo your goals and let's you enjoy yourself with abandon every so often.

Have you ever eaten at La Hacienda de Los Barrios?Mexican food and addicting margaritas... I can EASILY torpedo an entire week in one meal.

Actually, you don't. The beauty of a cheat meal is that you're body can only realistically absorb so many calories. When you really glut yourself, you are ####ting most if it out.

 

[belljr]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Did my weigh in last night and I was down 3.5 lbs this week. I was pretty excited about it since I had gone out to dinner twice (steak and Mexican) and had a few drinks.

 

[matuski]

I don't like this feeling. I am working out. Pounds are peeling away and I am easily beating my calorie goal and doing my best to eat two or more times a day. I rarely feel hungry anymore but I also never feel full. I used to look forward to my one meal dinner like a terrorist looks forward to 40 virgins after he dies. Now I spend more time measuring than I do enjoying the food I cook.

That part of the reason why some people advocate a cheat day every once in a while, or even once per week. It won't torpedo your goals and let's you enjoy yourself with abandon every so often.

Have you ever eaten at La Hacienda de Los Barrios?Mexican food and addicting margaritas... I can EASILY torpedo an entire week in one meal.

Actually, you don't. The beauty of a cheat meal is that you're body can only realistically absorb so many calories. When you really glut yourself, you are ####ting most if it out.

Really?

 

[beer 302]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

Not that I'm telling any of you anything you don't know but you absolutely have to track every single thing you eat everyday for this to be effective. It doesn't work with an on-again, off-again mentality. Thinking you are eating ok <> mean you are eating ok. There is hidden crap in damn near everything you eat that you don't know about until you dial it up in a calorie counter.I'll give you an example, I eat a lot of trial mix. It's typically my late night snack but in a pinch I'll use it for a light lunch. It's a 150 calories per serving & it's rated as a D on the fooducate app because of the sugars it has in it. All of a sudden what i thought was kind of a healthy alternative to a big ole piece of pie really isn't as good for you as I thought. I have a drawer full of peanut bars, breakfast bars, etc. and they are all a D rating or worse. For kicks I scanned a bunch of the snack bars at a gas station recently and the best one I found rated a C-. They are all full of junk in some way shape or form.

There was a big push recently here for people joining up and getting excited about this app, already, a week in there are folks that haven't logged in for 3 days, 5 days, etc. Don't wonder why you aren't losing weight if you can't find the 2 minutes it takes to log in that breakfast burrito and find out you are over on your calories for the day at 8 am

 

[Guest]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

Please.

 

[NewlyRetired]

Made it through my Washington DC trip ok. Lost 2.5 pounds for the week. 7 pounds over all and 9 more to go for my goal.

This week I am upping my exercise to help by joining a gym.

 

[NewlyRetired]

The thing I love the most about the app is that it simplifies dieting down to its two most basic components, where as too many people seem to want to over complicate things

1) exercise more

2) eat less

I love that fact that it really is this simple and not "you can't eat this type of food or you can't eat carbs etc etc". It shows that you don't need to be very specific about what you eat as long as it is in moderation and you exercise.

 

[KiddLattimer]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

Not that I'm telling any of you anything you don't know but you absolutely have to track every single thing you eat everyday for this to be effective. It doesn't work with an on-again, off-again mentality. Thinking you are eating ok <> mean you are eating ok. There is hidden crap in damn near everything you eat that you don't know about until you dial it up in a calorie counter.I'll give you an example, I eat a lot of trial mix. It's typically my late night snack but in a pinch I'll use it for a light lunch. It's a 150 calories per serving & it's rated as a D on the fooducate app because of the sugars it has in it. All of a sudden what i thought was kind of a healthy alternative to a big ole piece of pie really isn't as good for you as I thought. I have a drawer full of peanut bars, breakfast bars, etc. and they are all a D rating or worse. For kicks I scanned a bunch of the snack bars at a gas station recently and the best one I found rated a C-. They are all full of junk in some way shape or form.

There was a big push recently here for people joining up and getting excited about this app, already, a week in there are folks that haven't logged in for 3 days, 5 days, etc. Don't wonder why you aren't losing weight if you can't find the 2 minutes it takes to log in that breakfast burrito and find out you are over on your calories for the day at 8 am

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

 

[Guest]

I'm a perv, and I'm proud.

 

[Guest]

I don't like this feeling.

I am working out. Pounds are peeling away and I am easily beating my calorie goal and doing my best to eat two or more times a day.

I rarely feel hungry anymore but I also never feel full.

I used to look forward to my one meal dinner like a terrorist looks forward to 40 virgins after he dies. Now I spend more time measuring than I do enjoying the food I cook.

That part of the reason why some people advocate a cheat day every once in a while, or even once per week. It won't torpedo your goals and let's you enjoy yourself with abandon every so often.

Have you ever eaten at La Hacienda de Los Barrios?

Mexican food and addicting margaritas... I can EASILY torpedo an entire week in one meal.

Actually, you don't. The beauty of a cheat meal is that you're body can only realistically absorb so many calories. When you really glut yourself, you are ####ting most if it out.

This is probably why I have been pooping less frequently lately. I have not been eating any "junk"

 

[beer 302]

I'm a perv, and I'm proud.

Well done

 

[belljr]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

Please.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/photos/view/20287689http://www.myfitnesspal.com/photos/view/19726820

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/photos/view/4167273

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/photos/view/26107429

 

[phishphan]

down another 2.7# to 242.5. Going to up the cardio a little this week in an effort to get into the 230s by Friday.

 

[walnutz]

Started this about 3 and a half weeks ago at 190 pounds. I am down to 179 as of last night. I have hit my calorie limit just about every day. There has been a day or 2 where i made poor choices - like getting a breakfast burrito meal at McDonalds - but I have done well overall. My target is 170 so I am right on track.

 

[Bull Dozier]

Didn't fall off the wagon but haven't tracked for a few days. Thought I was eating ok until I entered all the stuff into the app. UGH. Not crazy but nowhere near low enough to lose.

BTW - I know I'm a creep/perv because I randomly go into profiles and look at pictures of ladies. Reading some of the bio's are hilarious about friend request, being active etc.

I'm assuming it's half as bad as facebook, I wouldn't know. But it cracks me up

Not that I'm telling any of you anything you don't know but you absolutely have to track every single thing you eat everyday for this to be effective. It doesn't work with an on-again, off-again mentality. Thinking you are eating ok <> mean you are eating ok. There is hidden crap in damn near everything you eat that you don't know about until you dial it up in a calorie counter.I'll give you an example, I eat a lot of trial mix. It's typically my late night snack but in a pinch I'll use it for a light lunch. It's a 150 calories per serving & it's rated as a D on the fooducate app because of the sugars it has in it. All of a sudden what i thought was kind of a healthy alternative to a big ole piece of pie really isn't as good for you as I thought. I have a drawer full of peanut bars, breakfast bars, etc. and they are all a D rating or worse. For kicks I scanned a bunch of the snack bars at a gas station recently and the best one I found rated a C-. They are all full of junk in some way shape or form.

There was a big push recently here for people joining up and getting excited about this app, already, a week in there are folks that haven't logged in for 3 days, 5 days, etc. Don't wonder why you aren't losing weight if you can't find the 2 minutes it takes to log in that breakfast burrito and find out you are over on your calories for the day at 8 am

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

My problem is that I do well during the day sitting at the computer all day. But, once I get home and I'm taxi cabbing kids around, grabbing whatever I can to eat on the run, it gets a little harder. I usually eat next to nothing for breakfast and a moderate lunch so I have plenty of calories left at the end of the day. Sometimes it works, sometimes not so much.

 

[pacman_fl]

down another 2.7# to 242.5. Going to up the cardio a little this week in an effort to get into the 230s by Friday.

 

[pacman_fl]

Started this about 3 and a half weeks ago at 190 pounds. I am down to 179 as of last night. I have hit my calorie limit just about every day. There has been a day or 2 where i made poor choices - like getting a breakfast burrito meal at McDonalds - but I have done well overall. My target is 170 so I am right on track.

- that's quite a bit of weight quickly. Hopefully you don't plateau soon. If you do, keep pushing through. I have been there a couple of times as I get closer and closer to the top end of my goal. How many pounds did you set yourself up to lose (to get your goal)?

 

[Guest]

down another 2.7# to 242.5. Going to up the cardio a little this week in an effort to get into the 230s by Friday.

 

[pacman_fl]

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

I just keep seeing your biking miles and thinking how much I suck. Having friends on the app definitely helps!!!

 

[NewlyRetired]

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

I just keep seeing your biking miles and thinking how much I suck. Having friends on the app definitely helps!!!

Friends do help. I follow what every one is doing, checking on diary's for those that open them up, to get ideas and stay motivated.If anyone does not have me as a friend, please add BigGreenEgg99 Thanks!

off to join my gym! First time in probably 20 years that I will be a member.

 

[KiddLattimer]

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

I just keep seeing your biking miles and thinking how much I suck. Having friends on the app definitely helps!!!

Heh yea a friend of mine worked out every day and I asked him once why he didn't stagger workouts and he said "If I stop working out I'm afraid I won't start up again" ... thats kind of how I feel about it.I had a sharp of a pain in the back of my knee a couple days ago while riding so I have been going a little slower lately - but still trying to hit the same calorie mark on the bike.

 

[pacman_fl]

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

I just keep seeing your biking miles and thinking how much I suck. Having friends on the app definitely helps!!!

Heh yea a friend of mine worked out every day and I asked him once why he didn't stagger workouts and he said "If I stop working out I'm afraid I won't start up again" ... thats kind of how I feel about it.I had a sharp of a pain in the back of my knee a couple days ago while riding so I have been going a little slower lately - but still trying to hit the same calorie mark on the bike.

Working through those pains is as challenging as avoiding the urge on the high calorie comfort foods. I, too, had a couple of recent nagging injuries that normally would have been an excuse. I found that they went away by working through them.

 

[KiddLattimer]

Yea it did seem like the thread died down pretty quick after the initial surge. Glad to see there are still some of us busting ### to lose some LB's though

I just keep seeing your biking miles and thinking how much I suck. Having friends on the app definitely helps!!!

Heh yea a friend of mine worked out every day and I asked him once why he didn't stagger workouts and he said "If I stop working out I'm afraid I won't start up again" ... thats kind of how I feel about it.I had a sharp of a pain in the back of my knee a couple days ago while riding so I have been going a little slower lately - but still trying to hit the same calorie mark on the bike.

Working through those pains is as challenging as avoiding the urge on the high calorie comfort foods. I, too, had a couple of recent nagging injuries that normally would have been an excuse. I found that they went away by working through them.

Yea same here... normally I would have just "taken a few days off" to rest it but the weight loss is going great and I want to keep going. I just have to remember I'm not trying to win the tour de france and just hit my calorie goal

 

[walnutz]

Started this about 3 and a half weeks ago at 190 pounds. I am down to 179 as of last night. I have hit my calorie limit just about every day. There has been a day or 2 where i made poor choices - like getting a breakfast burrito meal at McDonalds - but I have done well overall. My target is 170 so I am right on track.

- that's quite a bit of weight quickly. Hopefully you don't plateau soon. If you do, keep pushing through. I have been there a couple of times as I get closer and closer to the top end of my goal. How many pounds did you set yourself up to lose (to get your goal)?

I set it up to loose 18 pounds. I wanted to get from 190 to 172. Getting to the calorie goal has been decently easy for me. The app has forced me to pay attention. Now, eating the right types of calories is a totally different monster. Most of my calories come from carbs or what not it seems. The app wants me to do 30 minutes a day of cardio. I usually run for about 30 to 40 minutes during the week and then a little over 60 on Saturday. So, i blow through my cardio goals. I will burn anywhere from 410 to 1100 calories on a run according to my Garmin GPS watch. It is fairly close to what the app says - usually the app is a little higher. Once I get to my target weight i am going to have to figure out how to maintain. Then I want to rehab my diet. Get out of eating my normal meals. Add more vegetables and other generally healthy foods.

 

[NewlyRetired]

"I pick things up and put them down"

I am now a member of Planet Fitness which is 100% free for me after reimbursement from Medical Insurance.

Today I did 30+ minutes of the tread mill (over 3 miles) and 15 minutes of the Elliptical machine. Felt great.

Tomorrow I will try to use the weight lifting machines for the first time in decades. Hope I don't look too stupid getting used to them.

 

[belljr]

"I pick things up and put them down"I am now a member of Planet Fitness which is 100% free for me after reimbursement from Medical Insurance.Today I did 30+ minutes of the tread mill (over 3 miles) and 15 minutes of the Elliptical machine. Felt great.Tomorrow I will try to use the weight lifting machines for the first time in decades. Hope I don't look too stupid getting used to them.

Good for you. I joined our local gym here. No discount that I know off, I should check.Been going for about 6 months now during lunch. It's a bit pricey but everything is included, towels, soap, toiletries, etc just need a change of clothes. Been lifting getting back to "the day" Obviously nowhere near what I could lift, just trying to look reasonable...

 

[matuski]

I don't like this feeling. I am working out. Pounds are peeling away and I am easily beating my calorie goal and doing my best to eat two or more times a day. I rarely feel hungry anymore but I also never feel full. I used to look forward to my one meal dinner like a terrorist looks forward to 40 virgins after he dies. Now I spend more time measuring than I do enjoying the food I cook.

That part of the reason why some people advocate a cheat day every once in a while, or even once per week. It won't torpedo your goals and let's you enjoy yourself with abandon every so often.

Have you ever eaten at La Hacienda de Los Barrios?Mexican food and addicting margaritas... I can EASILY torpedo an entire week in one meal.

Actually, you don't. The beauty of a cheat meal is that you're body can only realistically absorb so many calories. When you really glut yourself, you are ####ting most if it out.

Really?

I'm not finding anything to back this up.From my awesome google skills im reading the body will only use what it needs, but will still process whatever you give it. If it doesn't need it, it goes to fat. A larger meal may take longer to "absorb", but it is all absorbed.

 

[Guest]

That damn Yoplait strawberry and peach Greek yogurt is like crack cocaine to me. Seriously, I like it better than ice cream.

 

[GamerBoy61]

A bad back that sidelined me from exercise plus a weekend reunion/camping with the wife's family has not been kind to the old diet.

I also discovered how many calories there are in cheese

The next three weeks are going to be a challenge. I am taking the family traveling to southeast Asia so travel+ unique foods + spotty access to the internets will make it difficult to accurately track calorie intake.

 

[NewlyRetired]

I lifted this morning (mostly upper body) and did some cardio.

Does lifting really burn no calories? I added in every exercise I did, reps, weight etc and it did not change my calories at all.

Probably not going to bother recording this in the future since it appears to be nothing more than notes from what I can tell.

 

[Arizona Ron]

That damn Yoplait strawberry and peach Greek yogurt is like crack cocaine to me. Seriously, I like it better than ice cream.

 

[beer 302]

The next three weeks are going to be a challenge. I am taking the family traveling to southeast Asia so travel+ unique foods + spotty access to the internets will make it difficult to accurately track calorie intake.

NO EXCUSES!!!! Have fun and be safe, lbs will be there when you get back.

I lifted this morning (mostly upper body) and did some cardio. Does lifting really burn no calories? I added in every exercise I did, reps, weight etc and it did not change my calories at all. Probably not going to bother recording this in the future since it appears to be nothing more than notes from what I can tell.

Enter it under cardiovascular. Strength is more of a tracking mechanism. Calories are only burned under cardiovascular.