FabSwingers.com forum: Healthy Weight Loss Club

By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

Again, I am inspired by the 2022 goals type threads.

I myself intend to lose more weight this year. I have stalled for about 2 years.

If anyone wants to join in with goals, hints, tips and mostly support that would be great

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

I would like to join in. Xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

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you can do it minxy

happy new year xx

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

By healthy I mean sustainable changes and keeping it off.

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

I think I have to eliminate most carbs

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I would like to join in. Xx"

Welcome

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"you can do it minxy

happy new year xx"

Thank you, that's inspired me already

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By *xiled BikerMan
over a year ago

Beverley

Count me in, I can't exercise due to spinal op so pounds going on, I figure if I can't burn it off I need to eat way smarter.

I did loose 2.5 stone in lead upto op using treadmill and cycle

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Anything I can do to help, should be able to point you in the right direction

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By *hatMinxOverThereWoman
over a year ago

42 Wallaby Way

Hoping to lose weight this year too. But mostly want to do it to be healthier and get stronger too.

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs "

That is the method I use. I've lost 6 stone since 2011 and have kept stable over the last 2. Need that push now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ll join in with some inspiration and motivation. A few people out in the non-fab world have been inspired by my successes so far. 65kg lost in 18 months.

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs "

All carbs would be better.

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Count me in, I can't exercise due to spinal op so pounds going on, I figure if I can't burn it off I need to eat way smarter.

I did loose 2.5 stone in lead upto op using treadmill and cycle

Eating smarter is far easier than exercising, particularly when it is difficult to.

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By *hatMinxOverThereWoman
over a year ago

42 Wallaby Way

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better. "

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

That is the method I use. I've lost 6 stone since 2011 and have kept stable over the last 2. Need that push now

Well done you. Xx.

You have to share some tips with us lovely x

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Anything I can do to help, should be able to point you in the right direction "

Thank you, positive vibes and tips most welcome

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap. "

That is one way to lose weight. What is your preferred way?

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

Unfortunately I put some weight on during lockdowns and it seems that I can't get rid of any extras

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap. "

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Well done you. Xx.

You have to share some tips with us lovely x"

I've done the no carbs route. As a coeliac it should be easy. But gluten free bread etc. has gotten so much better...

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By *oxychicWoman
over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

Can i join

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By *hatMinxOverThereWoman
over a year ago

42 Wallaby Way

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

That is one way to lose weight. What is your preferred way?"

To eat more vegetables and fruit. I couldn’t live without carbs for the rest of my life.

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself "

Agree, it has to be a method you can live with

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Can i join

Please do

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap. "

I know, I was of the same opinion 14 years and eight stones ago but eliminating carbs saved my life and set free.

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

I could try a keto diet

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By *oxychicWoman
over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

But im not banning all carbs i dont thi k for me that is the way forward , im thinking lifestyle change and it wouldnt be realistic never to eat carbs again

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"What is your preferred way?

To eat more vegetables and fruit. I couldn’t live without carbs for the rest of my life. "

Which is great, most green vegetables are low carb as well.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

recommend cut out fizzy drinks with bottled water xx

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

The idea of the thread is not to promote any specific lifestyle, just to bee here for everyone that is facing this challenge

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

I love vegetables, just need more exercises to burn calories

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"I could try a keto diet"

Again, if it works, great

But remember, sustainable

If you only lose weight on a keto diet, you’ll most likely put that weight back on when you come off keto

Can you do a keto diet forever?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I love vegetables, just need more exercises to burn calories

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sure you could find help there

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself "

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would like to join too please. It's about time I shed some weight I've been lugging around for the past 3 years

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

"recommend cut out fizzy drinks with bottled water xx"

I don't drink any fizzy drinks, but I could do with more water to drink

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

Not eating carbs sounds bad, but most diets recommend cutting out processed food. Many of which are refined carbs.

There's a vegan thread going too here

https://www.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/1249908

That also has weight loss benefits

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By *igjim69Man
over a year ago

scunthorpe

Love to join you xx

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories."

Read the science instead of your anecdotal experience

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Maybe we can all work together and all get those bodies people lust after....

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Can you do a keto diet forever?"

It is highly possible, particular as eating keto is a life-style choice not about only losing weight.

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"Not eating carbs sounds bad, but most diets recommend cutting out processed food. Many of which are refined carbs.

There's a vegan thread going too here

https://www.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/1249908

That also has weight loss benefits

I’d say cutting out processed stuff is the biggest step anyone could take in terms of diet

That processed stuff, it’s fun, but it’s just no good

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I lost 5.5st last year. I ate a low calorie but healthy diet and basically made sure I used more calories than I consumed. I really enjoy exercise and can’t wait to get back to my workout classes.

Like everything if you have the motivation and can keep your eye on the prize you can do anything!

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By *xhibitionistbenMan
over a year ago

Ware / Kings Cross

I find tracking what I eat helps, using something like MyFitnessPal. Keeps you more mindful of what you eat.

Also move more. Ultimately, the only way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you take on (calorie deficit), over an extended period of time. 1kg of fat is about 7,700 kcal, so if you’re in calorie deficit every day, you’ll slowly but surely achieve it.

Don’t make huge drastic changes, as it’s much more difficult to keep them up. The best diet is the one you can stick to…

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories."

I totally agree it's not calories.

Women with black cats are not witches and the globe is round

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

Most of the time I cook healthy as I love cooking. But I don't exercise

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"I find tracking what I eat helps, using something like MyFitnessPal. Keeps you more mindful of what you eat.

Don’t make huge drastic changes, as it’s much more difficult to keep them up. The best diet is the one you can stick to… "

100% this

A moderate calorie deficit on a diet you can tolerate and maintain

Nothing fancy, nothing exotic. Just plain of consistency

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Read the science instead of your anecdotal experience "

This is intended as a positive and supportive thread. If you are going to be negative please buzz off now.

Anecdotal evidence is the best form when it comes to weight loss.

'Science' just hates fat people

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Most of the time I cook healthy as I love cooking. But I don't exercise "
ever thought about swimming easy on the joints and relaxing ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Whichever route you choose. Make sure it’s enjoyable, and sustainable. Thus, you’re more likely to stick with it.

I’ve shifted 10 stone by just tracking my calories from food intake. Hitting macronutrient goals. Putting more non gym based exercise into my day (walking, cycling) to supplement my training. And not obsessing over foods that are deemed ‘bad’ by some.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Maybe we can all work together and all get those bodies people lust after...."

That could take a while for me

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

"I find tracking what I eat helps, using something like MyFitnessPal. Keeps you more mindful of what you eat.

Don’t make huge drastic changes, as it’s much more difficult to keep them up. The best diet is the one you can stick to… "

Also we burn more calories eating protein than fat or carbs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I was 27 stone three years ago im not 21 stone i find for me if I walk a lot and try and thats a big try and cut the takeaways out is a big help x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've (finally) realised I'll always have to watch what I eat otherwise it creeps on. Healthy eating , lean meat/fish and plenty of veg helps. Consistency over time is key to the loss and maintaining it for me x

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"Read the science instead of your anecdotal experience

This is intended as a positive and supportive thread. If you are going to be negative please buzz off now.

Anecdotal evidence is the best form when it comes to weight loss.

'Science' just hates fat people

I’ll buzz off then, because anecdotal evidence leaves room for detox drinks/teas, fad diets, herbal weight loss supplements, all sorts of crap

The science is what works because it’s backed with data.

Best of luck to all of you

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

Having eaten less than 1000 calories a day and not losing weight I say stuff the calorie counting.

There is more to what makes some people fat than is currently promoted in mainstream medicine.

My last comment on this

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

Read the science instead of your anecdotal experience "

What science are you supposedly quoting?

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"The science is what works because it’s backed with data.

Best of luck to all of you "

Everyone that has lost weight without calorie counting classes as data to me

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

Anyway...

I know I feel better with positive vibes and once we start to post results I think that could motivate us more?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I've (finally) realised I'll always have to watch what I eat otherwise it creeps on. Healthy eating , lean meat/fish and plenty of veg helps. Consistency over time is key to the loss and maintaining it for me x"
you look amazing x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Are we doing a weekly check in/support to see how we've done?

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Are we doing a weekly check in/support to see how we've done? "

I would really like that

And if the thread fills up someone start the next part too

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

It's Sunday today, shall we weight ourselves tomorrow and go from there?

No need to post weights, just losses

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

*weigh

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By *oxychicWoman
over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

"It's Sunday today, shall we weight ourselves tomorrow and go from there?

No need to post weights, just losses

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yes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

There's nothing you can't do if your focused and motivated. It's just too easy to fall into old habits when you don't see or feel like your gettin anywhere. This is where support comes in..but the mind is the strongest part of a person but it can also be the 1 thing to bring you bak down

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Are we doing a weekly check in/support to see how we've done?

I would really like that

And if the thread fills up someone start the next part too

Will do.

Even just doing this thread, it's given me some motivation. Thank you x

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By *oxychicWoman
over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

I could do with a excerise buddy anyone in notts area ,want a excerise buddy haha

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"It's Sunday today, shall we weight ourselves tomorrow and go from there?

No need to post weights, just losses

yes

Yeayyy

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"There's nothing you can't do if your focused and motivated. It's just too easy to fall into old habits when you don't see or feel like your gettin anywhere. This is where support comes in..but the mind is the strongest part of a person but it can also be the 1 thing to bring you bak down "

Spot on, stick with us please

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Even just doing this thread, it's given me some motivation. Thank you x "

Me too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a weigh in with my coach on Wednesday before embarking on a new block of training. I’ll let you all know how it goes after the 6 weeks are up.

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I could do with a excerise buddy anyone in notts area ,want a excerise buddy haha "

Depends which part of Notts?

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I have a weigh in with my coach on Wednesday before embarking on a new block of training. I’ll let you all know how it goes after the 6 weeks are up. "

Thank you

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself "

I agree with this. You just need to make sure that the calories you take in are less than the calories you burn. Any “diet” is meaningless if you don’t do this.

You can increase the calories you burn through with simple things such as just walking more. Park your car a few hundred meters further away than you would normally do. Things like that really add up over time and are actual quite easy to add into your life.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish this was true. I seem to fail every time.

I was told once that I'm 'big-boned' by a family member. I guess that's at the back of my mind, I'm supposed to be like this but I hate it.

Each time I get so far and then start to think back to this.

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

The other thing I would is don’t worry if you have be a bad day (or two!). It doesn’t matter and doesn’t mean you have to give up. Just treat every day as a new start and see if you can hit your calorie goals for that day. Being as consistent as you can is what will work over the long term.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've uploaded the Fit-on app today. Hopefully the variety in exercise will keep me going!

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I agree with this. You just need to make sure that the calories you take in are less than the calories you burn. Any “diet” is meaningless if you don’t do this.

I am in no way dissing what you have said. But my opinion is that that method has been recommended for decades and the population has only gotten fatter.

We are not all lazy pie munchers as the NHS assumes.

All the low-fat stuff that started in the 80s, and we still got fatter...

It is slowly becoming accepted that sugar is the real enemy. Sugar being anything that turns to glucose in the body.

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By *orkie_80Man
over a year ago

naughty town

Ditto I wanna lose 5st so have now cut the drink out for jan,feb,March before my first holiday in April

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"I was told once that I'm 'big-boned' by a family member. "

I was always told I'd be really pretty is I want so fat. I was a size 14.

A big part of weight loss is also overcoming mental conditioning.

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"The other thing I would is don’t worry if you have be a bad day (or two!). It doesn’t matter and doesn’t mean you have to give up. Just treat every day as a new start and see if you can hit your calorie goals for that day. Being as consistent as you can is what will work over the long term."

Very true

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By *inky-Minx OP Woman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Ditto I wanna lose 5st so have now cut the drink out for jan,feb,March before my first holiday in April "

Keep the arm muscles though

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By *nto the LouWoman
over a year ago

Preston

I want to join in please! I want to lose a stone and a half. I do yo-yo, I’ve gained it all since July! Today has been day two of eating better - no refined sugar, no alcohol and more water. Feeling quite pleased with myself

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By *orkie_80Man
over a year ago

naughty town

"Ditto I wanna lose 5st so have now cut the drink out for jan,feb,March before my first holiday in April

Keep the arm muscles though

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that’s one of my good things is my big shoulders and arms and I have good thighs a lot is around the gut chest area x

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

"I agree with this. You just need to make sure that the calories you take in are less than the calories you burn. Any “diet” is meaningless if you don’t do this.

I am in no way dissing what you have said. But my opinion is that that method has been recommended for decades and the population has only gotten fatter.

We are not all lazy pie munchers as the NHS assumes.

All the low-fat stuff that started in the 80s, and we still got fatter...

It is slowly becoming accepted that sugar is the real enemy. Sugar being anything that turns to glucose in the body. "

I understand your point and get where you are coming from but it is basic physics. The fact that people don’t do it doesn’t mean it is wrong.

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

14 years low carb here.

It saved my life and set me free. No counting, no exercise, gorgeous food and internally incredibly healthy.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish this was true. I seem to fail every time.

I was told once that I'm 'big-boned' by a family member. I guess that's at the back of my mind, I'm supposed to be like this but I hate it.

Each time I get so far and then start to think back to this. "
just cos you have failed before doesn't mean you will fail every time. And there's nothin wrong with failing you just start and go again. If your not winning you at least should be learning somethin each time and eventually you might surprise yourself. And you need to forget the past negativity you can't live in the past its happened you can't change it. The future is wots important cos that's coming and you can change it if you really want

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By *ong-leggedblondWoman
over a year ago

Next Door

I've been back to the gym 3 times a week and started dance classes for a month now.

I've eliminated high carbs. Every food has carbs but not eating potatoes, pasta, oats, beans, bread etc. Eating natural fats and protein with mainly green veg. Basic Atkins or keto diet.

I've noticed a reduction in bloating and inches are going especially around my middle ( post menopause as well which doesn't help).

Nothing else helped before.

Would love to join in to support and be supported

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By *akbearMan
over a year ago

Newbury

I've gone for low (minimal) carbs and high protein, seems to be working so far but got loads left to use, going to the gym pre long Covid was a great help.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can I join you all please

Pre covid I ran every other day and did daily workouts as well as walking the dogs and riding my horse but everything changed due to covid and I’ve piled on 2 stone.

I plan on starting my home workouts again this week and maybe running in a few weeks once my muscles are used to working again

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap. "

I’m with you on this - any diet needs to be Balanced to be healthy -

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By *iFunMale_southMan
over a year ago

Reading

I lost 13lbs in Nov/Dec.

Cut out alcohol completely, used the cross trainer 5 or 6 days a week and completed 10k steps daily.

Still ate most of what I wanted

Wife is offering me a frilly maid's outfit if I lose the 4lbs I put on over Xmas and then another 6lbs during Jan.

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By *orkie_80Man
over a year ago

naughty town

What wholemeal pasta & wholemeal rice I

Am new to all healthy foods i do count my food on on nutra check

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish this was true. I seem to fail every time.

I was told once that I'm 'big-boned' by a family member. I guess that's at the back of my mind, I'm supposed to be like this but I hate it.

Each time I get so far and then start to think back to this. just cos you have failed before doesn't mean you will fail every time. And there's nothin wrong with failing you just start and go again. If your not winning you at least should be learning somethin each time and eventually you might surprise yourself. And you need to forget the past negativity you can't live in the past its happened you can't change it. The future is wots important cos that's coming and you can change it if you really want "

totally this !!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m in KM, I need to lose this weight I’ve piled on with lockdown and injury. Need to get back to drinking more fluids x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't forget aswell that we all have diffrent genetics and dna. The important thing is not about how you look but about how you feel. Be healthy be happy and don't make yourself ill tryin to achieve wot you believe you should look like cos of wot social media portrays. And small changes can make big differences. Take pics and measurements b4 you start so you can a diffrence down the line when you think you havnt changed.dont be on the scales every day obsessing neither you only dishearten yourself. And you may weigh yourself and not be loosing weight. That can be down to fat being turned into muscle as muscle weighs more. And the most important thing is to know we are all beautiful and unique in our own ways so be happy people ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Don't forget aswell that we all have diffrent genetics and dna. The important thing is not about how you look but about how you feel. Be healthy be happy and don't make yourself ill tryin to achieve wot you believe you should look like cos of wot social media portrays. And small changes can make big differences. Take pics and measurements b4 you start so you can a diffrence down the line when you think you havnt changed.dont be on the scales every day obsessing neither you only dishearten yourself. And you may weigh yourself and not be loosing weight. That can be down to fat being turned into muscle as muscle weighs more. And the most important thing is to know we are all beautiful and unique in our own ways so be happy people ? "

I'll do the measuring thing tonight. That will definitely keep me going.

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

I’m with you on this - any diet needs to be Balanced to be healthy - "

Sweeping statements are just not helpful. What does balanced mean? What does healthy mean?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would do my measurements and progress photos every 4 weeks.

I loved seeing the difference of the hard work I was doing

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"Again, I am inspired by the 2022 goals type threads.

I myself intend to lose more weight this year. I have stalled for about 2 years.

If anyone wants to join in with goals, hints, tips and mostly support that would be great

By the way, I forgot to say...you rock, I'm immensely proud of you.

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By *issYeuxBleusWoman
over a year ago

My boudoir - S Wales

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

I have this habit OP. I can go all day without food, and forget to eat, then at about 8 I get hungry, start cooking, then I’m not eating until gone 9. I’d love to try and break the cycle. (Procrastinating on here doesn’t help

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

I’m all for this!! I’m starting with dry January as I have been drinking far more than I should. I’m on a programme with my GP but it’s just not working for me so I’m going back to my hypn0therapy app to see if that can kickstart me again.

I’ll be filling up on porridge/overnight oats for breakfast, homemade soups for lunch & try to only eat home cooked foods for dinner. It all sounds so simple but I have a very, very unhealthy relationship with food & always have.

Good luck everyone xxx

J x

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

"I’ll join in with some inspiration and motivation. A few people out in the non-fab world have been inspired by my successes so far. 65kg lost in 18 months. "

Oh wow!! That is amazing!! I got to my target weight 10 years ago then my life fell apart & I’ve put it all back on & more

J x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve been trying to lose weight since 2017, I did manage to lose nearly 2.5 stone, but I struggle with the diet during the winter when I want to eat stews etc which are warming and heavier rather than lighter meals. As a result I’ve gone and surpassed original weight and am now heavier than I was when I started

At the moment and since before Christmas I haven’t been well and that’s usually coupled with a lack of appetite so I have actually lost just over half a stone (7lbs) through not eating little more than breakfast.

I do have an appointment with a dietician (referred last year as my blood sugar was over the threshold, but it came down well before the appointment did

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The only diet I’ve ever really liked was Slimming world as I understand it better than the others, and I know the dietician is going to say smaller portions which I don’t agree with… how can you lose weight if you’re hungry all the time??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’ll join in with some inspiration and motivation. A few people out in the non-fab world have been inspired by my successes so far. 65kg lost in 18 months.

Oh wow!! That is amazing!! I got to my target weight 10 years ago then my life fell apart & I’ve put it all back on & more

J x"

I’ve been on that road, and travelled it. A couple of times. It’s always darkest before the dawn.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would do my measurements and progress photos every 4 weeks.

I loved seeing the difference of the hard work I was doing "
what ever works best for you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

)"
yeh eating late isnt good for you if your tryin to loose the weight

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

May I join please?

Last year in June I set myself goals and lost 2 dress sizes and 25kg.

I’m back on it tomorrow having let myself enjoy Christmas but not overdoing it!

I’ve just started a virtual challenge from Lands End to John O’Groats and I’ll be counting my swimming, walking and rowing to make the 1774km in one year to complete!

Last year I just followed the science of eat less, move more! Ate raw, as in minimal processed foods, and cut out the picky late night eating crap!

It was hard at first but even after a few weeks I noticed the difference.

I’d love to join you all

Pixie

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By *oreThanCurvyWoman
over a year ago

Bucks

"Are we doing a weekly check in/support to see how we've done?

I would really like that

And if the thread fills up someone start the next part too

Will do.

Even just doing this thread, it's given me some motivation. Thank you x "

I feel the same. X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"May I join please?

Last year in June I set myself goals and lost 2 dress sizes and 25kg.

I’m back on it tomorrow having let myself enjoy Christmas but not overdoing it!

I’ve just started a virtual challenge from Lands End to John O’Groats and I’ll be counting my swimming, walking and rowing to make the 1774km in one year to complete!

Last year I just followed the science of eat less, move more! Ate raw, as in minimal processed foods, and cut out the picky late night eating crap!

It was hard at first but even after a few weeks I noticed the difference.

I’d love to join you all

Pixie "

Well done Pix

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

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By *oxychicWoman
over a year ago

Nottinghamshire

"May I join please?

Last year in June I set myself goals and lost 2 dress sizes and 25kg.

I’m back on it tomorrow having let myself enjoy Christmas but not overdoing it!

I’ve just started a virtual challenge from Lands End to John O’Groats and I’ll be counting my swimming, walking and rowing to make the 1774km in one year to complete!

Last year I just followed the science of eat less, move more! Ate raw, as in minimal processed foods, and cut out the picky late night eating crap!

It was hard at first but even after a few weeks I noticed the difference.

I’d love to join you all

Pixie "
the virtual challenge sounds good x

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

I told my PT to push me til I was crying else I’d play tired and give up easily!

Worked though, the guy literally kicks my ass

Pixie

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

I told my PT to push me til I was crying else I’d play tired and give up easily!

Worked though, the guy literally kicks my ass

Pixie "

this is exactly what I need

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!"

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

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By *BootyfulDayWoman
over a year ago

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I wanna join this....I'm so bad at binge eating!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

Feel free to pick my mind as and when you need to.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

Feel free to pick my mind as and when you need to. "

It was more a kick up the bum and telling me what I HAVE to do

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

"
look let's start off by being realistic and honest with yourself. What are you not happy with? Are you bloated , are you chunky and want to loose a few pounds, do you want to tone up or what is it you want to achieve?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

look let's start off by being realistic and honest with yourself. What are you not happy with? Are you bloated , are you chunky and want to loose a few pounds, do you want to tone up or what is it you want to achieve? "

All three?

And both at the bottom.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

All three?

And both at the bottom.

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I think best thing I can tel you is to find something you like doing. If you don't like doing something your not goin to want to do it and you will fail pretty soon. So weather it be go for walks or swimming or join a gym . Play tennis get a bike go for a jog wot ever it is you like. Wot do you like doing ?? Have you got someone to join you ?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

All three?

And both at the bottom.

No, I'll be doing this all alone. I think my dog may get walked to death

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

All three?

And both at the bottom.

I think best thing I can tel you is to find something you like doing. If you don't like doing something your not goin to want to do it and you will fail pretty soon. So weather it be go for walks or swimming or join a gym . Play tennis get a bike go for a jog wot ever it is you like. Wot do you like doing ?? Have you got someone to join you ? "
start off doing say an hour to start or as long as you can. Don't go full force straight away. Get your heart beat raised and every day do a little bit more .. get yourself some light weights or even use things around the house like bags of sugar or bottles of water. Get some music playin that gets you moving that you can get a cardiovascular workout goin . Don't eat late at night, cut certain foods out like bread and things that will bloat you. But if you want a cheat day then choose it maybe a day at weekend . You don't have to make massive changes or make yourself miserable

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

Yeah, that's the key - if you starve yourself all day you'll eat more than normal once you do eat. I know that only too well...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

Yeah, that's the key - if you starve yourself all day you'll eat more than normal once you do eat. I know that only too well...

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starving yourself all day isn't the best option neither. Your body will kind of think to itself that it doesn't know when it's goin to get food again so it will store fat and eat away at muscle tissue . Small meals regular and never skip breakfast..breakfast is most important meal of the day. Don't forget you have been asleep for 5,6,7 hours with no food and we need energy to burn

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And any local P.T or just fitness people that know more than me, if you feel sorry for a lady who is struggling to motivate and move at all, feel free to kick my ass into gear.

Warning, I'll be a monumental challenge

That's just like me! As in I can't motivate myself. I need someone to help!!

Calling all patient and kind souls out there, send motivation and guidance

All three?

And both at the bottom.

No, I'll be doing this all alone. I think my dog may get walked to death

"
alone thats poop ??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm definitely up for taking part, I could do with the motivation and support.

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

Yeah, that's the key - if you starve yourself all day you'll eat more than normal once you do eat. I know that only too well...

starving yourself all day isn't the best option neither. Your body will kind of think to itself that it doesn't know when it's goin to get food again so it will store fat and eat away at muscle tissue . Small meals regular and never skip breakfast..breakfast is most important meal of the day. Don't forget you have been asleep for 5,6,7 hours with no food and we need energy to burn "

I’ve spoken to a dietician and this idea that your body goes in to starvation mode is a myth!

Some people work better on little and often, others in three main meal, it’s individual but you won’t go in to starvation mode.

My best exercise advice would be swimming... all over workout, cardio and extremely supportive of joints and muscles.

Then move on to walking, gym etc but be careful with running as it puts a lot of excess pressure on knees & ankles so if you’re overweight or not active usually then you’ll feel it in those places. Also if you are walking a lot, comfy trainers but google how to tie your laces as there’s 3 different ways to tie them depending on your foot spread!

Pixie xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Count me in, I can't exercise due to spinal op so pounds going on, I figure if I can't burn it off I need to eat way smarter.

I did loose 2.5 stone in lead upto op using treadmill and cycle

Eating smarter is far easier than exercising, particularly when it is difficult to."

Any exercise is good....park further away from normal, take stairs not lift....just small things to increase heart rate

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)

"Again, I am inspired by the 2022 goals type threads.

I myself intend to lose more weight this year. I have stalled for about 2 years.

If anyone wants to join in with goals, hints, tips and mostly support that would be great

If you're not eating much during the day (or at all) have a look at something like huel...

I used huel for a few months for breakfast and lunch before my gastric bypass...

I was very much like you and found that grabbing a shake for breakfast and a pot of 'hot and savoury' (a bit like a healthy pot noodle) was super easy to do, and meant I didn't feel overly hungry while keeping under 1200 calories a day.

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"Again, I am inspired by the 2022 goals type threads.

I myself intend to lose more weight this year. I have stalled for about 2 years.

If anyone wants to join in with goals, hints, tips and mostly support that would be great

If you're not eating much during the day (or at all) have a look at something like huel...

I used huel for a few months for breakfast and lunch before my gastric bypass...

Was that only whilst prepping for your surgery?

I have a slim fast shake for breakfast as I just can’t face food early morning!

I work on a 500 calorie deficit for my TDEE/BMR... because I exercise almost everyday I need more calories than if I didn’t but still have my deficit

Pixie x

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)

"was that only whilst prepping for your surgery?

I have a slim fast shake for breakfast as I just can’t face food early morning!

I work on a 500 calorie deficit for my TDEE/BMR... because I exercise almost everyday I need more calories than if I didn’t but still have my deficit

Pixie x"

At the moment...

I'm only 11 weeks post op so I'm still getting back into eating food...

I can have the hot and savory and the huel complete bars (although I'm not a fan of the textures or tastes of the bars) but the shakes trigger a mild form of dumping syndrome (heart palpitations, nausea, dizzyness and upset tum) which is a pain because they are vegan so easier (in theory) to absorb than the whey based protein shakes I'm currently having for breakfast and lunch.

Avocado is my other current nope... which is also an arse cause Avocado and poached egg is my favourite breakfast

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By *rgasmdonorMan
over a year ago

millstreet

"Hoping to lose weight this year too. But mostly want to do it to be healthier and get stronger too. "
Please dont lose that fantastic bum

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)

"I have a slim fast shake for breakfast as I just can’t face food early morning!

I work on a 500 calorie deficit for my TDEE/BMR... because I exercise almost everyday I need more calories than if I didn’t but still have my deficit

Pixie x"

I opted for huel over slimfast because huel is so well balanced and I knew I needed to enter the surgery process with the best start from a vitamin level etc... more calories but good calories if that makes sense...

I know what works for me to loose weight, high protein, low gi carbs and a calorie deficit of over 1000 a day (the joys of pcos, insulin resistance and meds that cause weight gain...)

Surgery for me is a tool to help with that (cause a 1000 calorie a day deficit is hard work)... surgery can also reset your endocrine system and completely reverses pcos in 95% of women within 12 months so I'm really crossing my fingers that I'm in the 95%

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By *hisisntpofMan
over a year ago

bristol

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

I always eat late at night due to work and living with my son who goes to the gym ,i will struggle to break this routine ,but i do need to exercise more

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

"Again, I am inspired by the 2022 goals type threads.

I myself intend to lose more weight this year. I have stalled for about 2 years.

If anyone wants to join in with goals, hints, tips and mostly support that would be great

"
I am in too.

I'd like tips for working a mix of latest and nights... although I'm 1stone 7 1/2lbs down in my first month x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories."

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

"I’ll join in with some inspiration and motivation. A few people out in the non-fab world have been inspired by my successes so far. 65kg lost in 18 months. "

Wow well done. That's a person.

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"My own personal issue is not eating all day then eating too late at night. I want to break this cycle

)yeh eating late isnt good for you if your tryin to loose the weight "

That's actually a myth.

Intermittent fasting is very good, it promotes autotophagy for a start but if evening eating consists of a meal then snacking until bed, that's a problem.

OMAD is a good standard.

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??"

We don't eat carbs but we don't limit our food either.

Both of us are extreme in our lifestyle changes but it doesn't have to be that way. I was keto for 12 years and now carnivore for two.

Accept that higher does not have to be fixed unless you want it to and concentrate on proper food, no packets or quick fixes.

A big plate of buttered mushrooms, green beans, fried bacon, scrambled eggs with cream sounds good doesn't it?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I agree with you Tipsy dodgers I lost 6.5 stone in lockdown aiming for zero sugar and less than 20g of carbs , I eaten in a 4 hour window so I was fasting for 20 hours, I eate Brockley with soy sauce and grated cheese, lots of advacado, corned beef, above ground leafy veg,for an example cream in my coffee, halmans mayonnaise, ( always full fat cos they take the fat we want and swap it with sugar) the best thing about the keto diet is I didn't get hungry atoll, even fasted for 3 days, the drop in blood sugar with carbs are what makes you hungry, also I had soutcrout, fermented cabbage as it has 10 times the vitamin c than lemons .

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By *inkyandcutieCouple
over a year ago

Hitchin

Count me in (mrs)

All I seem to be able to do it put weight on atm.

I’m gonna go back to calorie counting and exercising. That’s the only thing that works for me, change of diet alone doesn’t work for me, I have to exercise too.

I’ve got new smart scales and a home gym, got a fitness app with daily HITT work outs and have a new machine being delivered for my gym in a couple of months.

I know what I need to do…. It’s just doing it which is the problem, it’s very easy for me to have a couple of days off exercising and slip back into my old routines and my partner is terrible for snacking on naughty treats.

Will keep you all updated. To make me accountable I currently weight 20.5 stone *crying in a corner*

I will be starting properly in a couple of days (im still in pain after partying hard for new year lol)

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By *9MuppetMan
over a year ago

Bath...ish area

I've done the less than 2000 calories, exercise daily, no alcohol, eaten healthy, no processed foods etc etc and either put weight on or remained the same.

Day 3 of a keto diet and already feel better. Yes it's a bit of a challenge avoiding the carbs and made me look at food in a different way. Trying to work out the best low carb food but being a bit nerdy, I find it interesting. Best bits for me are trying new recipes and not feeling hngry.

See how it goes when I'm back at work and travelling.

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??"

Losing weight is about controlling insulin. Keto diets go a long way to this by reducing carbs.

You get no insulin spike if you eat fats and protein, only if you eat carbs. This then lows you to take control of hunger because low insulin does not trigger hunger.

I personally eat no carbs...but small amounts of whole food low carb veg like broccoli, cauliflower, avocados, olives and some cabbages are able to be eaten without issue.

I can point you towards a number of references that can reassure you of why this works.

But I lost weight eating bacon and eggs for bfast and steaks with prawns cooked in cream sauces.

Delicious.

As these foods are easily absorbed by the body my inflammation went away and so my arthritic knees and other joints feel like I am 25 again. No aches or pains.

All this without any exercise other than an hour walk a day on top of normal activity.

The eat less/do more school has failed for 50 yrs. People are fatter and sicker from eating low fat and high carb. Calorie deficit causes metabolic issues that result in weight regain after a "diet".

I eat delicious, satiating food each day. I am not hungry. I never feel like I am on calorie restriction...because I am not.

I can go a day or 2 without eating if I need to. I can sit next to chocolate, sweets, cakes etc. and not want any. They are unappetising.

I am aware that I sound like a crazy but...I have a degree in Sports Science...I have worked in clinical environments...I, to my shame, espoused the low-fat/reduced calorie theory whilst giving info lectures to patients for years.

We were lied to about the science and the food industry took up the ball and ran.

Low or zero carb diets are how our ancestors ate. We evolved over millions of years eating this way.

It is safe and optimal for humans.

And it is easily sustainable after only a few weeks of discipline.

Go on, give it a month. You have nothing to lose and health to gain.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??

Losing weight is about controlling insulin. Keto diets go a long way to this by reducing carbs.

You get no insulin spike if you eat fats and protein, only if you eat carbs. This then lows you to take control of hunger because low insulin does not trigger hunger.

I personally eat no carbs...but small amounts of whole food low carb veg like broccoli, cauliflower, avocados, olives and some cabbages are able to be eaten without issue.

I can point you towards a number of references that can reassure you of why this works.

But I lost weight eating bacon and eggs for bfast and steaks with prawns cooked in cream sauces.

Delicious.

As these foods are easily absorbed by the body my inflammation went away and so my arthritic knees and other joints feel like I am 25 again. No aches or pains.

All this without any exercise other than an hour walk a day on top of normal activity.

The eat less/do more school has failed for 50 yrs. People are fatter and sicker from eating low fat and high carb. Calorie deficit causes metabolic issues that result in weight regain after a "diet".

I eat delicious, satiating food each day. I am not hungry. I never feel like I am on calorie restriction...because I am not.

I can go a day or 2 without eating if I need to. I can sit next to chocolate, sweets, cakes etc. and not want any. They are unappetising.

We were lied to about the science and the food industry took up the ball and ran.

Low or zero carb diets are how our ancestors ate. We evolved over millions of years eating this way.

It is safe and optimal for humans.

And it is easily sustainable after only a few weeks of discipline.

Go on, give it a month. You have nothing to lose and health to gain.

I would love some help with this as I’m a carb lover but mostly bread.

I’m not a huge fan of potatoe or pasta but love rice.

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By *harisajidanWoman
over a year ago

london

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??

Losing weight is about controlling insulin. Keto diets go a long way to this by reducing carbs.

You get no insulin spike if you eat fats and protein, only if you eat carbs. This then lows you to take control of hunger because low insulin does not trigger hunger.

I personally eat no carbs...but small amounts of whole food low carb veg like broccoli, cauliflower, avocados, olives and some cabbages are able to be eaten without issue.

I can point you towards a number of references that can reassure you of why this works.

But I lost weight eating bacon and eggs for bfast and steaks with prawns cooked in cream sauces.

Delicious.

As these foods are easily absorbed by the body my inflammation went away and so my arthritic knees and other joints feel like I am 25 again. No aches or pains.

All this without any exercise other than an hour walk a day on top of normal activity.

The eat less/do more school has failed for 50 yrs. People are fatter and sicker from eating low fat and high carb. Calorie deficit causes metabolic issues that result in weight regain after a "diet".

I eat delicious, satiating food each day. I am not hungry. I never feel like I am on calorie restriction...because I am not.

I can go a day or 2 without eating if I need to. I can sit next to chocolate, sweets, cakes etc. and not want any. They are unappetising.

We were lied to about the science and the food industry took up the ball and ran.

Low or zero carb diets are how our ancestors ate. We evolved over millions of years eating this way.

It is safe and optimal for humans.

And it is easily sustainable after only a few weeks of discipline.

Go on, give it a month. You have nothing to lose and health to gain.

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By *orkie_80Man
over a year ago

naughty town

Nice start to the day brekkie wise orange,raspberry,strawberry,blackberries,apple, and a nice warm mug of green tea

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?"

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??

Losing weight is about controlling insulin. Keto diets go a long way to this by reducing carbs.

You get no insulin spike if you eat fats and protein, only if you eat carbs. This then lows you to take control of hunger because low insulin does not trigger hunger.

I personally eat no carbs...but small amounts of whole food low carb veg like broccoli, cauliflower, avocados, olives and some cabbages are able to be eaten without issue.

I can point you towards a number of references that can reassure you of why this works.

But I lost weight eating bacon and eggs for bfast and steaks with prawns cooked in cream sauces.

Delicious.

As these foods are easily absorbed by the body my inflammation went away and so my arthritic knees and other joints feel like I am 25 again. No aches or pains.

All this without any exercise other than an hour walk a day on top of normal activity.

The eat less/do more school has failed for 50 yrs. People are fatter and sicker from eating low fat and high carb. Calorie deficit causes metabolic issues that result in weight regain after a "diet".

I eat delicious, satiating food each day. I am not hungry. I never feel like I am on calorie restriction...because I am not.

I can go a day or 2 without eating if I need to. I can sit next to chocolate, sweets, cakes etc. and not want any. They are unappetising.

We were lied to about the science and the food industry took up the ball and ran.

Low or zero carb diets are how our ancestors ate. We evolved over millions of years eating this way.

It is safe and optimal for humans.

And it is easily sustainable after only a few weeks of discipline.

Go on, give it a month. You have nothing to lose and health to gain.

I would love some help with this as I’m a carb lover but mostly bread.

I’m not a huge fan of potatoe or pasta but love rice. "

Just Google the Keto diet. Try 100g or 50g of carbs a day.

For the next few weeks make your own food from those whole foods listed.

The first 2 or 3 weeks will be the difficult ones but you'll feel better in days.

Measure yourself. Weight means nothing and fluctuates it also leads to anxiety.

Concentrate on how you feel.

Feel free to message me or Topsy about any info you want.

Also, look up Dr Ken Berry on YouTube for some of the science behind this way of eating.

Good luck. Small changes make big differences.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Intermittent fasting can be a very effective way, and there are several methods.

I did 5:2, but 16:8 works well for lots of people too.

What’s effective for me, is a balanced diet, with lots of fresh veg, but still eating most things. Potatoes/brown rice and brown rice pasta are absolutely fine, if you eat them in the right quantities. It’s when we put a portion for 2 people on our plate that it becomes a problem. We eat far more calories than we actually need.

It’s ok to have treats, within reason. I allow myself some dark chocolate every day, and a glass of wine at the weekend.

Drink lots of water, as quite often we think it’s hunger, when it’s actually thirst.

Move more, if you can, even if it’s walking (I know this isn’t possible for everyone)

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar "

25g of carbohydrates. This breaks down to sugar in the body. All carbs are sugars.

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By *xiled BikerMan
over a year ago

Beverley

"Count me in, I can't exercise due to spinal op so pounds going on, I figure if I can't burn it off I need to eat way smarter.

I did loose 2.5 stone in lead upto op using treadmill and cycle

Eating smarter is far easier than exercising, particularly when it is difficult to."

Think I can be disciplined to exercise but not disciplined to eat smart, need to learn

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By *orkie_80Man
over a year ago

naughty town

I would normally have poached egg or scrabbled egg on a bagel with some spinage would that be a better options rather than fruit it’s all new to me all this fancy talk baffling my head

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"I think I have to eliminate most carbs

All carbs would be better.

So even vegetables and fruit? I’m sorry but I hate the whole ‘no carbs’ crap.

2nd this. Carbs aren’t the enemy, excess calories are

If it works great, but the key word is “sustainable”

Ask yourself if cutting out all carbs forever is sustainable for yourself

Nearly 2 years in now. 5 stone lighter. I lost 4 stone in 4 mths. Healthier than ever.

All inflammation gone.

Running round the house with God kids today...up and down stairs.

This with no structured exercise.

I am never hungry and eat at least 2000 to 3000 kcal a day. So its not calories.

What’s the secret and what diet or lifestyle change have u done ??

Losing weight is about controlling insulin. Keto diets go a long way to this by reducing carbs.

You get no insulin spike if you eat fats and protein, only if you eat carbs. This then lows you to take control of hunger because low insulin does not trigger hunger.

I personally eat no carbs...but small amounts of whole food low carb veg like broccoli, cauliflower, avocados, olives and some cabbages are able to be eaten without issue.

I can point you towards a number of references that can reassure you of why this works.

But I lost weight eating bacon and eggs for bfast and steaks with prawns cooked in cream sauces.

Delicious.

As these foods are easily absorbed by the body my inflammation went away and so my arthritic knees and other joints feel like I am 25 again. No aches or pains.

All this without any exercise other than an hour walk a day on top of normal activity.

The eat less/do more school has failed for 50 yrs. People are fatter and sicker from eating low fat and high carb. Calorie deficit causes metabolic issues that result in weight regain after a "diet".

I eat delicious, satiating food each day. I am not hungry. I never feel like I am on calorie restriction...because I am not.

I can go a day or 2 without eating if I need to. I can sit next to chocolate, sweets, cakes etc. and not want any. They are unappetising.

We were lied to about the science and the food industry took up the ball and ran.

Low or zero carb diets are how our ancestors ate. We evolved over millions of years eating this way.

It is safe and optimal for humans.

And it is easily sustainable after only a few weeks of discipline.

Go on, give it a month. You have nothing to lose and health to gain.

It’s not sustainable for everyone... I ended up in hospital after following keto for only 5 weeks.

Everyone needs to find what works for them... the best start quite simply is eat less move more.

Pixie

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"I've done the less than 2000 calories, exercise daily, no alcohol, eaten healthy, no processed foods etc etc and either put weight on or remained the same.

See how it goes when I'm back at work and travelling. "

I’m interested to know why you chose less than 2000 calories whilst you were exercising?

Being a man you need more calories, exercising you need more calories.

Did you use a TDEE/BMR calculator?

This is one issue I’ve seen over and over again where people don’t eat enough and then say they don’t lose weight.

There’s so many ‘diets’ out there but you need something sustainable to make those lifelong healthy choices

Pixie

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar

25g of carbohydrates. This breaks down to sugar in the body. All carbs are sugars.

But there’s good carbs and bad carbs, the body needs carbs to survive. You can’t live on no carbs for sustainability

Pixie

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

Couldn’t be doing with all these fads and depriving myself. Everything in moderation, a bit of commons sense and exercise (even just walking a lot) has always worked for me for losing weight and toning up.

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By *cz4Man
over a year ago

wolverhampton

First day back in the gym after 8/9 months off - gona be in pain tomz ??

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

"Couldn’t be doing with all these fads and depriving myself. Everything in moderation, a bit of commons sense and exercise (even just walking a lot) has always worked for me for losing weight and toning up. "

*common

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

Totally agree! Healthier food choices & moving more is highly sustainable for everyone

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar

25g of carbohydrates. This breaks down to sugar in the body. All carbs are sugars.

But there’s good carbs and bad carbs, the body needs carbs to survive. You can’t live on no carbs for sustainability

Pixie "

I know this is often said but carbs are not an essential nutrient. Our brains get the energy it needs from protein via gluconeogenesis.

If carbs were essential, I would have died 14 years ago!

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By *nto the LouWoman
over a year ago

Preston

Totally agree! Healthier food choices & moving more is highly sustainable for everyone

I totally agree, but I’ve found I can’t make sensible decisions about food whilst in the grip of a sugar addiction, so I always have to go cold turkey on that to begin with!

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By *adyJayneWoman
over a year ago

Burnleyish (She/They)

Ladies... also don't forget (in all this) two things...

Most science around diet and nutrition is based on studies on men as women and our hormonal changes are too complex.(ref1)

The one area that the science does take women into account is around diet culture and sustainability. In 5 years of dieting most people regain more than 80% of their lost weight.

The reasons behind this are complex and still largely unknown with many different studies coming to multiple conclusions, but overall health changes rather than just diet help adjust your 'set point weight'

Ref1; roar / women are not just small men - Dr Stacy Sims

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar

25g of carbohydrates. This breaks down to sugar in the body. All carbs are sugars.

But there’s good carbs and bad carbs, the body needs carbs to survive. You can’t live on no carbs for sustainability

Pixie

I know this is often said but carbs are not an essential nutrient. Our brains get the energy it needs from protein via gluconeogenesis.

If carbs were essential, I would have died 14 years ago!

They actually are essential.... for your entire body not just your brain!

You cannot survive long term without carbs!

And on that note... I wish everyone looking to make their lifestyle healthier the very very best of luck xx

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By *annaBeStrongMan
over a year ago

wokingham

“ "Calories in, calories out" and macronutrient intake: the hope, hype, and science of calories

Scott Howell et al. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 2017.”

The CHO-insulin hypothesis predicted that lowering dietary CHO significantly should cause insulin levels to fall, leading to release of fat from adipocytes that would 1) increase fat loss and 2) increase EE to claimed amounts in the range of =350 cal/day (range 400–600). Neither of these effects was observed in two current and highly rigorous metabolic ward studies, one of which was the actual NuSI study being discussed.

Weight gain or loss is not primarily determined by varying proportions of CHO and fat in the diet, but instead by the number of calories ingested. Changes in EE, which metabolic pathways are used and other considerations are quite modest when compared with caloric intake. Until high-quality, metabolic ward primary data become available indicating otherwise, a calorie is still a calorie.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

All diets work. It's the people that don't.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm in

i want to carry on losing weight.

I am eating less and moving more, moving is painful but i hope the pain improves or i get used to it

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

"“ "Calories in, calories out" and macronutrient intake: the hope, hype, and science of calories

Scott Howell et al. Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab. 2017.”

I can point you to numerous references that argue to the contrary.

But, and this I fear will fall on deaf ears, you really have to want to explore the current thinking.

Start with Dr Paul Mason on YouTube. Then move on to the numerous lectures on Low Carb Down Under channel on YouTube. Again all eminent scientists, doctors and surgeons.

All going through the "science" of low fat. My fav is Dr Zoe Harcombe and her explanation of calories.

Like I say, its all there and it has taken the avenues of YouTube to allow it out there. But you have to want to listen. I didn't at first but I couldn't ignore it anymore.

I am now going to shut up.

Stay healthy and wholefood guys.

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By *opsy RogersWoman
over a year ago

London

"One apple...5 teaspoons of sugar.

The body only has 1 teaspoon of sugar in the bloodstream at any time. The rest goes to fat cells.

Fructose is more fat depositing than normal sugar before anyone says.

So, is it a "good start" or have you just switched off fat burning and moved to a sugar based metabolic pathway that stops the body working optimally ?

5 teaspoons? What size apples are you eating

Average apple has slightly under 2 tea spoons of natural sugar

25g of carbohydrates. This breaks down to sugar in the body. All carbs are sugars.

But there’s good carbs and bad carbs, the body needs carbs to survive. You can’t live on no carbs for sustainability

Pixie

I know this is often said but carbs are not an essential nutrient. Our brains get the energy it needs from protein via gluconeogenesis.

If carbs were essential, I would have died 14 years ago!

They actually are essential.... for your entire body not just your brain!

You cannot survive long term without carbs!

And on that note... I wish everyone looking to make their lifestyle healthier the very very best of luck xx "

I haven't eaten carbs for 14 years and I can signpost you to tens of thousands if not millions of humans that don't and accredited physiological proof that carbs are not essential, backed up by world renowned scientists.

Look at gluconeogensis, it's the body's way of extrapolating the miniscule amount it needs from protein.

Humans do not need carbs.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Blimey, it’s getting a bit tense out there.

Does it matter how you achieve your goal. What works for you right?

Good luck everyone.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I'm in

i want to carry on losing weight.

I am eating less and moving more, moving is painful but i hope the pain improves or i get used to it

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By *orl1971Couple
over a year ago

Glasgow

This is brilliant with all the different diets and carbs/no carbs.

Most of us don’t need to be that obsessive about it. Look back at people from the 40s in old newsreel documentaries. They carried less weight than most of us do now.

They didn’t have almost unlimited processed food and they didn’t have Netflix. You just need to eat less crap and move a bit more. Like they did in the old days. It’s hard though with all the food temptation but you just need to try and be sensible. Diets don’t work. Manageable lifestyle changes are easier to sustain in the long term.

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