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"I simply hope that my story will motivate and inspire others. I had the grim reaper whispering in my ears, and he told me to get my shit together. I genuinely think that there’s no situation that a person can be in, that can’t be improved if you put your mind to it. I’m more than happy to motivate and share my take with others if they wish. " You are very welcome here | |||
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"Well if anything that was meant to demotivate someone quickly, it was the way the original thread went. " In what sense? | |||
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"I've put on 4kg in December by the way " I’m weighing in with boss/coach in the morning. | |||
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"I've put on 4kg in December by the way I’m weighing in with boss/coach in the morning. " I'm not bothered about it. I know I've not been 'good'. It will soon go. It's busting through the wall that I need to achieve | |||
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"I'm making changes to try and get healthy I'm never going to be a skinny mini but I can get healthy. My car died in November so I walk to work now it's not far but apathy and a steep hill came into play so I walk now. Sod the gym too many disgusted glances from the gym bunnies for my liking. I cracked a couple of ribs last year a trip to A&E flagged a couple of serious health issues, I dare not tell my wife it'll scare her. So all healthy food now I'll try to get my mind healthy (I'm a catastrophic thinker) and i witnessed a very traumatic incident a few years ago which never leaves my head,hopefully my body will follow the healthy mantra. Sorry for unloading once I started I carried on. Any way yep I'm up for getting healthy! " That sounds like you've a lot to cope with anyway Hopefully getting healthier might improve other parts of your life | |||
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" That sounds like you've a lot to cope with anyway Hopefully getting healthier might improve other parts of your life " Yes I'm sure it will, I will be a different person in May I'm off to San Francisco and I want to enjoy the shit out of it! | |||
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"Yes I'm sure it will, I will be a different person in May I'm off to San Francisco and I want to enjoy the shit out of it! " That helps with goals I think, having a reason to achieve something | |||
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"My goal is getting to under 10% body fat. At a guess I’d say that will take about 20lbs of fat to lose. No time limit, but shouldn’t take too long. Once I reach it I’ll see if I want to go further. Prior to lockdown I got down to maybe 7-8%" I've got Innotech scales that show your body fat amount. Are you using something like that to measure? Or something much cleverer? | |||
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"My goal is getting to under 10% body fat. At a guess I’d say that will take about 20lbs of fat to lose. No time limit, but shouldn’t take too long. Once I reach it I’ll see if I want to go further. Prior to lockdown I got down to maybe 7-8% I've got Innotech scales that show your body fat amount. Are you using something like that to measure? Or something much cleverer? " I’ve got enough experience I can make a very good judgement on where I am, once I think I’m there I’ll do callipers to get a concrete reading and adjust. Not my 1st rodeo | |||
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"For those that insist it's all about science and calories you can happily stick to your NHS mantra. But this thread is about losing weight. Not assuming people that are fat are just greedy pigs. There is soooo much more to weight lost than any thin person can ever know " Well said | |||
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"I’ve got enough experience I can make a very good judgement on where I am, once I think I’m there I’ll do callipers to get a concrete reading and adjust. Not my 1st rodeo " I'd not thought of callipers as I've never thought about the fat % until I go the scales | |||
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"Well said " I do hope we can get various methods working for different people | |||
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"I’ve got enough experience I can make a very good judgement on where I am, once I think I’m there I’ll do callipers to get a concrete reading and adjust. Not my 1st rodeo I'd not thought of callipers as I've never thought about the fat % until I go the scales " I tried the fancy scales once and found they were too inconsistent for me. The callipers never lie, and they’re so cheap I’ve got everything ready. I use a spreadsheet for tracking my daily weight and calories. The old adage “what’s not tracked can’t be managed” is something I follow I’ve got a few premade meal ideas set up. Nothing crazy, just simple go to meals I know I enjoy and fit well within my diet. A few breakfast ideas, a couple lunches ones My goal is to keep protein high and let fats/carbs fall where every they may. In the past I’ve found IF to help me manage hunger in the evenings, but it’s also left me with less energy at work. This time I’ll be trying to bias calories towards the end of the day, not fasting in the morning, just limiting my breakfast/lunch portions in favour of a bigger dinner | |||
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"I’ve got a few premade meal ideas set up. Nothing crazy, just simple go to meals I know I enjoy and fit well within my diet. A few breakfast ideas, a couple lunches ones My goal is to keep protein high and let fats/carbs fall where every they may. In the past I’ve found IF to help me manage hunger in the evenings, but it’s also left me with less energy at work. This time I’ll be trying to bias calories towards the end of the day, not fasting in the morning, just limiting my breakfast/lunch portions in favour of a bigger dinner " Thinking of meals ahead is one of my stumbling blocks. Fasting has a lot of good press, and it is reasonable natural for humans. | |||
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" ….I’ll be trying to bias calories towards the end of the day, not fasting in the morning, just limiting my breakfast/lunch portions in favour of a bigger dinner " I like this model too, I shall be sticking with it. | |||
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"I started my weight loss journey straight after Christmas, didn’t want to wait till the new year. I’m currently 3lbs down. I will say however that for me to lose weight I have to reduce my calorie intake down to 1200 calories, I have not found another way that works and I have tried a few. I am having a conundrum though, I don’t always crave breakfast and am told it’s really important to eat. Is this true? Can I live on 2 larger meals a day if I find that more satisfying or am I setting myself up for failure? Lily " No current evidence suggest skipping any meal is harmful As long as you feel ok, keep at it. Lots of people practise intermittently fasting daily, where they skip breakfast and lunch. Well done in the 3lbs! Nice little head start on 2022 | |||
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"I started my weight loss journey straight after Christmas, didn’t want to wait till the new year. I’m currently 3lbs down. I will say however that for me to lose weight I have to reduce my calorie intake down to 1200 calories, I have not found another way that works and I have tried a few. I am having a conundrum though, I don’t always crave breakfast and am told it’s really important to eat. Is this true? Can I live on 2 larger meals a day if I find that more satisfying or am I setting myself up for failure? Lily " I am in no way an expert, but the 3 meals a day is just a marketing ploy to me. On YT there and plenty of people that eat fewer meals as part of weight loss. I've always heard that you must have breakfast but I truly cannot face it. If you Google Micheal Moseley he talks about limiting eating to between 10 am and 8pm. A shorter time frame for 3 meals? | |||
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"For me it’s all about identifying habits and finding methods to stop myself. " This is critical A lot of eating can be emotionally driven. | |||
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"Well done in the 3lbs! Nice little head start on 2022" I agree | |||
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"Does excess weight/health affect libido? Asking for a friend" Very much so. My experience is that my sex drive/ libido has returned with vigour since I’ve shifted a whole load of weight. | |||
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"I started my weight loss journey straight after Christmas, didn’t want to wait till the new year. I’m currently 3lbs down. I will say however that for me to lose weight I have to reduce my calorie intake down to 1200 calories, I have not found another way that works and I have tried a few. I am having a conundrum though, I don’t always crave breakfast and am told it’s really important to eat. Is this true? Can I live on 2 larger meals a day if I find that more satisfying or am I setting myself up for failure? Lily " Ah breakfast my most hated meal of the day, I can't stand it! However it's supposed to kick start your metabolism, not sure how that works really, but I guess if you have it early your have more of the day where you are burning more calories, not a scientists so have no idea really, but there is that other saying breakfast like a king and supper like a pauper suggesting your should have the biggest meals earlier in the day and go lighter throughout the day, but still can't see how it actuLly works just means you will not have a full digestive system at night so should weigh lighter in the morning.... Who knows | |||
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"Does excess weight/health affect libido? Asking for a friend" I have no idea For me, going without sex makes it easier to keep going without sex. I'm sure my libido is still intact | |||
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"Does excess weight/health affect libido? Asking for a friend" I’d say almost certainly Excess weight has so many bad health effects. Plus there’s the mental side of not feeling your most attractive self. | |||
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"Plus there’s the mental side of not feeling your most attractive self. " I agree, though when I was first on Fab I lost a lot of my "I'm too fat" inhibitions. | |||
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"I love reading the different ideas and strategies everybody has for weight loss. I started at Slimming World Jan 2020 and am so close to my target weight, I have 9lbs to go... in total I have now lost 114lbs. carry on everyone with the hard work,it is so worth the results for your physical and mental health I hope to be at target by March Rabbit " Is that you? | |||
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"I love reading the different ideas and strategies everybody has for weight loss. I started at Slimming World Jan 2020 and am so close to my target weight, I have 9lbs to go... in total I have now lost 114lbs. carry on everyone with the hard work,it is so worth the results for your physical and mental health I hope to be at target by March Rabbit " Yes! That’s an immense achievement. | |||
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"Is that you? " Cherry showed me the photos at the STP, incredible work | |||
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"I'm in for this! As of this morning I've lost ten stones, three pounds from my heaviest weight. I need to find the motivation to continue losing weight - for me that means no more purchasing unhealthy food because I know I'll eat it all when sad, IF because my pcos seems to be less of a bugger when I do it and minimizing carbs due to bloating and general feelings of crapness. I've already compiled a shopping list with easily prepared meals that are low calorie and I'm going to have to stop purchasing sugary festive drinks. For me it's also about addressing the root of why I overeat so I'm going to add in meditation. Hoping to lose about two stones by April. Maybe more. " Love this. | |||
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"Is that you? Cherry showed me the photos at the STP, incredible work " thanks hon | |||
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"I'm in for this! As of this morning I've lost ten stones, three pounds from my heaviest weight. I need to find the motivation to continue losing weight - for me that means no more purchasing unhealthy food because I know I'll eat it all when sad, IF because my pcos seems to be less of a bugger when I do it and minimizing carbs due to bloating and general feelings of crapness. I've already compiled a shopping list with easily prepared meals that are low calorie and I'm going to have to stop purchasing sugary festive drinks. For me it's also about addressing the root of why I overeat so I'm going to add in meditation. Hoping to lose about two stones by April. Maybe more. " amazing x | |||
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" For me it's also about addressing the root of why I overeat so I'm going to add in meditation. Hoping to lose about two stones by April. Maybe more. amazing x " Ah it's not when you see the before photos! I only have four photos of me at my biggest, one of which is nude. I try and use those, plus the fact I can do different sexual positions as a motivator. | |||
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"Does excess weight/health affect libido? Asking for a friend I’d say almost certainly Excess weight has so many bad health effects. Plus there’s the mental side of not feeling your most attractive self. " Thanks I think that answers a question or two. | |||
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" For me it's also about addressing the root of why I overeat so I'm going to add in meditation. Hoping to lose about two stones by April. Maybe more. amazing x Ah it's not when you see the before photos! I only have four photos of me at my biggest, one of which is nude. I try and use those, plus the fact I can do different sexual positions as a motivator. " I have a similar motivator. The one and only selfies that show before and after. The difference is night n day. Seeing the before is a reminder to never go back there. | |||
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"I’ve lost 8 st 12 lbs it’s been a hard slog but I was determined and motivated to lose the weight….. " fantastic x | |||
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"My goal is getting to under 10% body fat. At a guess I’d say that will take about 20lbs of fat to lose. No time limit, but shouldn’t take too long. Once I reach it I’ll see if I want to go further. Prior to lockdown I got down to maybe 7-8%" Do you know how very hard it is to get down to 10% good luck. | |||
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"I am definitely up for losing some pounds - I do get that too f I cut down drinking it also cuts down my eating as don’t snack as much. If I add on more exercise then I should be in a good place. Currently a stone overweight - let’s see where I am in 3 months time. Any tips or motivation on offer will be gratefully received…." find an form of exercise you actually enjoy doing or get fun from. Best if you can get a friend involved aswell then you can push each other and motivate 1 another | |||
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"I’ve lost 8 st 12 lbs it’s been a hard slog but I was determined and motivated to lose the weight….. fantastic x" Thank you x | |||
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"Careful with the 800-1200 calorie limit! That's quite restricting for your age and could hinder your progress too. You only need a 500 calorie deficit minimum to lose weight so even 1500 a day would be great for you!" Yeah it’s something I keep an eye on. Basically I meal prep three meals somewhere along those lines and then if I feel a little groggy or peckish I can continue to snack on fruit, veggie snacks or a Starbucks lol | |||
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"My goal is getting to under 10% body fat. At a guess I’d say that will take about 20lbs of fat to lose. No time limit, but shouldn’t take too long. Once I reach it I’ll see if I want to go further. Prior to lockdown I got down to maybe 7-8% Do you know how very hard it is to get down to 10% good luck." I’ve done it before so I think I can do it again | |||
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"Does excess weight/health affect libido? Asking for a friend" It doesn't for me. | |||
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"207.2 this morning, that was a surprise. Not as much as I thought I needed to lose. Might actually just gain until March now" Same here, I’m at 112kg. Been gradually increasing my food for the last six months. I did hit 110, got a stomach bug and dropped back to 105. As long as I don’t go over 115 before end of the month I’m happy with how things have went | |||
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"207.2 this morning, that was a surprise. Not as much as I thought I needed to lose. Might actually just gain until March now Same here, I’m at 112kg. Been gradually increasing my food for the last six months. I did hit 110, got a stomach bug and dropped back to 105. As long as I don’t go over 115 before end of the month I’m happy with how things have went " I was thinking I’d be closer to 215lbs I compete at 198 so I think I can definitely gain some before losing again. | |||
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"207.2 this morning, that was a surprise. Not as much as I thought I needed to lose. Might actually just gain until March now Same here, I’m at 112kg. Been gradually increasing my food for the last six months. I did hit 110, got a stomach bug and dropped back to 105. As long as I don’t go over 115 before end of the month I’m happy with how things have went I was thinking I’d be closer to 215lbs I compete at 198 so I think I can definitely gain some before losing again." I’ve no cap for my next comp but looking at one in April and would have to be under 105 | |||
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"I am definitely up for losing some pounds - I do get that too f I cut down drinking it also cuts down my eating as don’t snack as much. If I add on more exercise then I should be in a good place. Currently a stone overweight - let’s see where I am in 3 months time. Any tips or motivation on offer will be gratefully received…." It depends on what you class as overweight, but I'd be happy to only be a stone over what wii-fit used to class as me being overweight!! | |||
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"I'm in for this! As of this morning I've lost ten stones, three pounds from my heaviest weight. I need to find the motivation to continue losing weight - for me that means no more purchasing unhealthy food because I know I'll eat it all when sad, IF because my pcos seems to be less of a bugger when I do it and minimizing carbs due to bloating and general feelings of crapness. I've already compiled a shopping list with easily prepared meals that are low calorie and I'm going to have to stop purchasing sugary festive drinks. For me it's also about addressing the root of why I overeat so I'm going to add in meditation. Hoping to lose about two stones by April. Maybe more. " Well done Meli . You raise two excellent points as well. PCOS is a nightmare for those of us with it as it make losing weight even harder. And medication can also play havoc with weight loss | |||
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"Is that you? Cherry showed me the photos at the STP, incredible work thanks hon " Seriously impressed | |||
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"I’ve lost 8 st 12 lbs it’s been a hard slog but I was determined and motivated to lose the weight….. " Another round of applause . If you're keeping it odd stick around and help us with tips? | |||
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"Best if you can get a friend involved aswell then you can push each other and motivate 1 another " Agree and this thread is my 'friend' | |||
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"but I have made a start on the housework." There's a Michel Moseley program where they show that housework is as effective as the gym. | |||
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"HOWEVER, May 2020 I stopped and put it all back on again, not because of Keto, but because I wasn't eating properly! oops." Keeping it off is the hardest part I think | |||
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"some of you guys have really inspired us great work. " I agree, this is uplifting hearing how well people are doing | |||
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"Has anyone tried the fast800 diet?? " I haven't but I have read his books. He really does seem to know what he is talking about | |||
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"Went for my first run in over 6 months today. Was slow and steady and managed around 2 miles - 23 minutes running. Felt horrible but I can breath and feel generally ok at the end. Will try and do this every night this week. Anyone else manage some cardio work?" Good work, I think that would kill me in this weather | |||
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"207.2 yesterday, 4200 calories later and 206.2 this morning An important reason to weigh yourself daily and track. I’ve not lost 1lb in 1 day. But daily fluctuations in water weight can be misleading " I agree that daily weighing is good because it shows you how much your weight fluctuates. And water is very heavy | |||
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"Went for my first run in over 6 months today. Was slow and steady and managed around 2 miles - 23 minutes running. Felt horrible but I can breath and feel generally ok at the end. Will try and do this every night this week. Anyone else manage some cardio work?" I’ve had a couple of cardio workouts at the gym, and I’ve walked around 10 miles this week. | |||
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"For us routine worked wonders. Started slimming world in August 2018 with a very very unrealistic goal but it was something to aim for. Following slimming world was kind of easy but you soon get to know what works for you and what doesn't. Just short of a year we both reached our targets which shocked us both as we didn't think it was possible ever. Sadly due to lockdown and change of routine we have both slowly piled some of it back on. Going to restart again very shortly You can achieve the unacheivable " I've heard of people doing well on SW. And achievement is the best motivator | |||
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"For us routine worked wonders. Started slimming world in August 2018 with a very very unrealistic goal but it was something to aim for. Following slimming world was kind of easy but you soon get to know what works for you and what doesn't. Just short of a year we both reached our targets which shocked us both as we didn't think it was possible ever. Sadly due to lockdown and change of routine we have both slowly piled some of it back on. Going to restart again very shortly You can achieve the unacheivable I've heard of people doing well on SW. And achievement is the best motivator " Achieving the target is the best feeling ever, even moreso if it's beyond what you think you are capable of. For everyone who is trying to get healthy/loose weight. Be strong you can do it. And don't beat yourself up if you have a treat now n then | |||
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"For everyone who is trying to get healthy/loose weight. Be strong you can do it. And don't beat yourself up if you have a treat now n then " That is great motivation | |||
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"Well completed my first week of healthy loads of water super foods walking and all the Christmas excess has gone plus a bit of Novembers . X" Good news I have lost 2 of the 4kg I put on. But it's only fluid so nothing to get excited about yet | |||
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"I am definitely up for losing some pounds - I do get that too f I cut down drinking it also cuts down my eating as don’t snack as much. If I add on more exercise then I should be in a good place. Currently a stone overweight - let’s see where I am in 3 months time. Any tips or motivation on offer will be gratefully received…." That hard bit is starting, especially training or going to the gym. Set a time everyday to train 4-5 times per week and don't deviate from it. After a couple of weeks you don't have to 'make' the time you will just do it and feel guilty if you don't. I've set tomorrow night to go out running, something I haven't every really done. But it's because gyms are too dangerous just now. | |||
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"For someone like me, dieting is useless, as I seem to have no will power. The only way I can lose weight is to get my fat ass off the couch, the past few years I have struggled to do that. Any suggestions will be gratefully received. " Find a sport or activity that you enjoy doing it want to try out and tailor any training towards that. | |||
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"If anyone wants to reach out and send me meal ideas for keto then please do" Pinterest is loaded with Keto recipes. Think of it in its simplest terms. Eat decent proteins like eggs, good meat or fish. And lots of non-starchy vegetables, green in other words. The old 'meat and two veg' works as long as your vegetables are not starchy. Another way to look at it is to look up the Glycemic Index (GI) of foods. High GI means high sugar, even natural ones. | |||
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"It all comes down to calories in calories out. " I disagree wholeheartedly. A lot of 'fat' can be water retention. Medications can pile on weight. An under active thyroid can pile on weight. PCOS can pile on weight. As I said earlier, the NHS count calories because you're a lazy pie muncher mantra is long past useless. | |||
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"morning all I had my weigh in this morning and I am delighted at having lost the 5lbs I put on over Christmas and New Year.... so much nearer my target, actually only 4lbs to go, but may have to change that.. again ha! Keep going you wonderful lot.... we can do this Rabbit " Brilliant news Rabbit | |||
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"I started my weight loss journey straight after Christmas, didn’t want to wait till the new year. I’m currently 3lbs down. I will say however that for me to lose weight I have to reduce my calorie intake down to 1200 calories, I have not found another way that works and I have tried a few. I am having a conundrum though, I don’t always crave breakfast and am told it’s really important to eat. Is this true? Can I live on 2 larger meals a day if I find that more satisfying or am I setting myself up for failure? Lily " I lost weight by not eating breakfast (one of the things I did). Doesn't do any harm. | |||
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"It all comes down to calories in calories out. I disagree wholeheartedly. A lot of 'fat' can be water retention. Medications can pile on weight. An under active thyroid can pile on weight. PCOS can pile on weight. As I said earlier, the NHS count calories because you're a lazy pie muncher mantra is long past useless." This is meant to be a support group not a bash other peoples methods group | |||
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"Not sure how much I've lost cause I don't really weigh. I know I've lost inches cause I can comfortably fit in am outfit that I couldn't before Xmas. No I don't count calories either. A very low carb diet is working for me." Low carbs is a useful way for many to lose weight as it takes away many of the things people snack on and bulk out meals with extra calories Well done in your loss | |||
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"This is meant to be a support group not a bash other peoples methods group" True, though if someone has lost weight counting calories that's great. Someone stating that it's all about calories, with no weight loss to back up that theory, is not being helpful. That's the whole point of this, the calories mantra does not work for everyone | |||
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"I lost weight by not eating breakfast (one of the things I did). Doesn't do any harm. " I never have breakfast, it's made no difference for me but it could for others | |||
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"Not sure how much I've lost cause I don't really weigh. I know I've lost inches cause I can comfortably fit in am outfit that I couldn't before Xmas. No I don't count calories either. A very low carb diet is working for me." That's another thing about weight loss, it doesn't have to be about what the scales say | |||
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"This is meant to be a support group not a bash other peoples methods group True, though if someone has lost weight counting calories that's great. Someone stating that it's all about calories, with no weight loss to back up that theory, is not being helpful. That's the whole point of this, the calories mantra does not work for everyone " Well I’ll back it up then. I consistently lose and gain weight with calories in vs calories out No need to call someone else’s weight loss journey or experience “useless” It’s meant to be a support group. Very rude | |||
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"Not sure how much I've lost cause I don't really weigh. I know I've lost inches cause I can comfortably fit in am outfit that I couldn't before Xmas. No I don't count calories either. A very low carb diet is working for me. Low carbs is a useful way for many to lose weight as it takes away many of the things people snack on and bulk out meals with extra calories Well done in your loss " Totally this, plus dairy for me | |||
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"No need to call someone else’s weight loss journey or experience “useless” It’s meant to be a support group. Very rude " I've made myself clear on this more than once. If you'd like to argue the point for arguing's sake feel free to | |||
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"Totally this, plus dairy for me" That's another good option just for health. I feel, and there are others on the internet that do, that eating food meant for baby cows isn't right | |||
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"Not sure how much I've lost cause I don't really weigh. I know I've lost inches cause I can comfortably fit in am outfit that I couldn't before Xmas. No I don't count calories either. A very low carb diet is working for me. Low carbs is a useful way for many to lose weight as it takes away many of the things people snack on and bulk out meals with extra calories Well done in your loss " Thank you | |||
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"sorry KM not been posting... but hopefully back! I lost 1.5lbs this week at weigh in, but I do think im finding it so much harder as I get nearer my target, not to stay on plan but it's just less weight to come off I suppose... but it's fine it's still happening and I have managed to get back into my early morning walks which for me really help, in body and mind! Rabbit x " The last part is the hardest. Unless you forget the wight goal number and go on how you feel and how your clothes fit | |||
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"I’ve lost 5lb in a week on the Michael Mosley Fast 800 Keto. Feel great and have more energy." Which proves that what we eat isn't just about weight | |||
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"I’ve lost 9 pounds so far " Fantastic | |||
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"I have lost 4kg since Christmas, I have been following slimming world. I don't ever go hungry but have to cut out everything I love. Alcohol is the hardest thing to stop. Looks like a quiet few months. " That's great that SW is working for you. Alcohol is really not a life essential though. Do you feel better without? Or is it too early to tell? | |||
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"***Really Helpful Tip*** Keep an emergency 2 litre bottle of water on you. Whenever you get that craving just down 8 gulps of water. Im telling you it saves me more then most of the time. " Very true this. Often what we think is hunger is actually thirst | |||
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"I have lost 4kg since Christmas, I have been following slimming world. I don't ever go hungry but have to cut out everything I love. Alcohol is the hardest thing to stop. Looks like a quiet few months. " I'm following slimming world and still eat everything I love, just cooked with alternative ingredients... I have literally not given up anything, even alcohol. you're doing well though, so keep at it | |||
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"sorry KM not been posting... but hopefully back! I lost 1.5lbs this week at weigh in, but I do think im finding it so much harder as I get nearer my target, not to stay on plan but it's just less weight to come off I suppose... but it's fine it's still happening and I have managed to get back into my early morning walks which for me really help, in body and mind! Rabbit x The last part is the hardest. Unless you forget the wight goal number and go on how you feel and how your clothes fit " oh I feel pretty damn good and have gone from a size 22 to a 12/14 - cost me a fortune in replacing clothes every few months though haha! | |||
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"sorry KM not been posting... but hopefully back! I lost 1.5lbs this week at weigh in, but I do think im finding it so much harder as I get nearer my target, not to stay on plan but it's just less weight to come off I suppose... but it's fine it's still happening and I have managed to get back into my early morning walks which for me really help, in body and mind! Rabbit x The last part is the hardest. Unless you forget the wight goal number and go on how you feel and how your clothes fit oh I feel pretty damn good and have gone from a size 22 to a 12/14 - cost me a fortune in replacing clothes every few months though haha! " Really well done. That's amazing x | |||
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"This is am interesting thread, can I ask does everyone gauge weight lost by the number it says on the scales? And this alone? " This and how my clothes fit. Day 2 and I'm now one pound down. 9 to go | |||
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"This is am interesting thread, can I ask does everyone gauge weight lost by the number it says on the scales? And this alone? " For me, I'll get on the scales if my clothes feel looser | |||
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"This is am interesting thread, can I ask does everyone gauge weight lost by the number it says on the scales? And this alone? " definitely gauge 'weight loss' by weighing on the scales,but there are so many other signs of a healthier body, loss of inches, reduced clothes size, better hair and skin and just feeling physically and emotionally improved. it's a whole body journey for me. Rabbit x | |||
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"sorry KM not been posting... but hopefully back! I lost 1.5lbs this week at weigh in, but I do think im finding it so much harder as I get nearer my target, not to stay on plan but it's just less weight to come off I suppose... but it's fine it's still happening and I have managed to get back into my early morning walks which for me really help, in body and mind! Rabbit x The last part is the hardest. Unless you forget the wight goal number and go on how you feel and how your clothes fit oh I feel pretty damn good and have gone from a size 22 to a 12/14 - cost me a fortune in replacing clothes every few months though haha! " That's amazing. Good for you | |||
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"Okay after 2 to 3 weeks of wallowing in self pity , I'm getting back on it. Struggling as feel fat and then eating because I do.. which means I've pretty much undone half my work I've done over Christmas and new year. Drawn a line..starting again x" Feeling you here, I need to get on it! Will be joining you. | |||
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"Okay after 2 to 3 weeks of wallowing in self pity , I'm getting back on it. Struggling as feel fat and then eating because I do.. which means I've pretty much undone half my work I've done over Christmas and new year. Drawn a line..starting again x" go girl! | |||
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"12.5 pounds down now! Almost a stone. Going to look banging for the Manchester social " This is my interim target date.. what's annoying me is since a week before Christmas I'd lost 27lb. Now put back on 15lb in 2 weeks ( not 100% sure thats all just bad choices though as medically sometimes I have weight gains for what seems like no reason) | |||
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"That said the point I'm trying to make for anyone that's on the journey of losing weight and its seems to have stopped and your still "being good" then don't be disheartened as I would imagine you are actually still cutting body fat and it might take a more technical set of scales to calculate this for you. It's an interesting journey but one that can take over you if you let it. Always good to chat to people to get motivations and keep pushing. " I have Innotech scales and forget to look at the other figures | |||
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"These other figures can keep ya motivated when the other number won't seem to shift haha " I'm going to start paying more attention to them | |||
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"I'm addicted to Cherry Lucozade I've lost 1.8kg by following a low Fodmap diet. That's from necessity not choice, and it's been difficult adjusting. I started drinking the Lucozade when I first got ill as I was totally exhausted from constant stomach problems and pain. I don't eat much actual food, as I'm still trying to work out my menu and must avoid foods. Wheat and onions are a big trigger so most of my old diet is gone. Last night I tried a wrap with ham and mayonnaise (I ran out of lettuce) and I seem ok so far. " Is it full sugar Lucozade? | |||
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"I've put weight on !!! My weight doesn't seem to alter no matter what i eat nor how much i move." Maybe if theres a PT / nutritionist on here could maybe help and point you in the right direction | |||
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"I've put weight on !!! My weight doesn't seem to alter no matter what i eat nor how much i move." Could it be medication? Or PCOS? | |||
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"I've managed to go from nearly 19 stone 3 years ago to 12 now. It's been a journey. Diets don't work (imo). I looked at portion sizes. Also cutting down on crisps and mars bars. I used to think a packed lunch needed these...... Also being full and not clearing your plate. Knowing what's in your food is important. Also things like understanding I have to run 5k to burn off a mars bar..... Crikey. I took up running. Being clear I started with no experience of it. I needed to cycle at the gym first before the treadmill. Then onto roads with a local club. All about the distance not speed. Now I compete in local championships. If anyone wants support or advice on breaking in running to help please feel free to hit me up. It's obviously not for everyone and I wish you all the best in your journeys." That is very motivating, thank you KM | |||
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"I'm 2.5 stone heavier than I was before lock down. I don't want to lose that much but want a stone off. Calories in/out. Not eating crap and weight training worked for me so going to go along those lines. I used to go to the gym 6 days a week. I don't go now. I also used to do 7 cleaning jobs along side my main job. I don't do that many now.The biggest thing I want to change is the amount of crap I eat and I used to spring out of bed where now I could literally lie in bed all morning. I have a cup of tea and a chocolate biscuit after every meal which is just habit. My motivation is feeling better and to fit into some of my clothes. Wish me luck R" Wishing you much luck, at least you know you have some habits to break and hopefully that can be managed KM | |||
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