Tips please
 

:confused:Hi all I need to loose 140lbs.Anyone have any tips please help me out.I am 34years old and I have tried everything.

Have you tried self-hypnotism? Sometimes, it helps when you've tried 'everything' else. It is no substitute for tracking your food intake and staying within a calorie limit, but it does help in other areas like motivation and reducing anxiety.

I have a great deal of weight to lose as well. The best advice I can find is don't make yourself miserable. The key to long term weight loss in large amounts is long term behavior modification. You can't do something for a week or a month. Because of this, many of us eat foods we don't like, give up whole food groups, or force ourselves into unhappy exercise, then can't keep it up - because no one is going to do something that makes them miserable for the long term.

Be honest. Honest about the foods you will eat, honest about the exercise you can do, honest about what you can commit to. If something is not pleasurable, you won't do it. That does not mean you lack will power - it means you are human, and the brain has evolved to keep you supplied with dopamine. So pick out foods that you enjoy eating, pick out the nutrient dense ones and eat those in small amounts.

No one wants to do it, but in the beginning you will need to weigh your food or count the calories. I recommend starting at 2,000. You can lose a lot of weight on 2,000 calories, and if you work all day you will need them to keep your energy up. You will be tempted to negotiate calories (I can eat this today if I don't eat this tomorrow....ect) This will not work. You really need to stick to your guns on the 2,000. I once calculated that even 200 calories a day (once slice of cheddar+one apple) over 2,000 every day will actually cause you to gain.

Also, the calorie killer is eating out. Even if the calories are on display, most of the time most chain restaurants don't measure out the amounts of sauces and oil exactly when cooking. It may say 500 calories and really be 1,000. If you want to stick to 2,000 you need to make your own food.

Find out if you are insulin resistant - if you have a muffin and a glass of orange juice do you go into an exhaustion coma? This means your body produces insulin differently, and you will need to make sure you are eating protein and fat with your carbs to slow down your insulin response.

Choose an easy exercise that costs no money, and you enjoy. I suggest walking. Walk an hour outside of your usual activities. Go at a comfortable pace. Not slow and meandering, not fast.

Also, sometimes you will have a shitty day, and go over your calories. That is life. The key is that the next day you get back on the horse and don't use it as an excuse to throw the whole week away.

If you can do this for a year, you will lose at least half the weight. It is going to be annoying because you are going to want external validation from the scale, and that will end up happening slowly when you want it to happen quickly. If you are very big, you will also have to wait for the "Have you lost weight?" exclamations that feel so good.

But if you can do it - eat foods you enjoy in the right amounts, eat nutrient dense foods, make sure your meals have fat, carbs and protein in every meal, walk an extra hour every day, it really will work.

I'll second that 'make your own food' idea. This can be dangerous if you end up really liking the food you make to the point that you overeat. There are so many many books out there now that give you terrific recipes if you're a 'foodie' (someone who loves to explore food tastes and recipes) and so many that give you terrific recipes if you are not (the 3-ingredient cookbook, microwave cooking for one, low-fat cooking, pressure cooker cooking, crockpot cooking). They all offer low-fat and low-calorie meal recipes.

When I think back to when the only low-calorie cookbooks were plain and simple, I'm amazed at how far we've come. The internet (wow, search that if you want to spend a couple DAYS at your computer, looking at recipes!) and specialized food interests (gluten-free, low-carb, vegan, low-fat, etc.) have just expanded food horizons incredibly.

I have a set of old cookbooks that creates fast food in the home kitchen, achieving most of the same tastes you find in the drive-through restaurants. Tweak them a little bit and they have fewer calories, sometimes a lot fewer calories. Wow! Not that I do this much (OK, for a breakfast sandwich, yes) but it's definitely an option.

You should have to use natural supplements (African Mango ,Raspberry ,Green Tea)for loss your weight and also take better sleep without any stress.it is a long term process but is very effective for tong term too.

Thanks

I feel like I have tired everything too. Finally, for the very first time I feel like I have the answer. I would suggest that you read "It Starts With Food" by Dallas and Melissa Hartwig. It has truly changed my life. No more cravings for sweets and empty carbs. I've been doing Whole 30 and eating as much of the suggested foods as I want and the weight keeps dropping off. I was one of those sweet then salty eaters and could go back and forth all day long without feeling full. Also, I would suggest watching the documentary "Fed Up" ... it is great to see the reason behind the weight issues. I'm still not exercising as much as I should but I am working up to it. :)

Smaller Increments
 

I would suggest making attainable, incremental goals. 140 sounds like a lot of weight, but if you break it up into much smaller increments, you will find yourself reaching goals more quickly. Try 5 (or even 2 or 3) at a time! Also, weekly goals (1.5 pounds) are attainable, as well. Best wishes and be good to yourself!

This was first posted in 2013, and people are still replying to it! :D

For those still reading this thread looking for the same kind of answer, believe it or not, before you can lose weight, you need to know WHY you're eating so much in the first place. Why are you packing on the pounds? Sure, you're putting in more calories than you are dishing out, so your body stores the extra, but I mean, WHY are you still eating when technically you're not hungry? Your body obviously isn't really starving, yet you continue to eat.

Explore the question why first and foremost before tackling any food dietary plan. No matter what you do food-wise, it will make no difference if you don't address the why.

For me, it was stress. When I stressed out, I sought out food as a means of comfort and to de-stress. Once I addressed my stress WITHOUT food, the food part became easier.

What's your why?

Try using the tips from this guide-
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I agree, setting smaller, attainable goals will help! Make your goals SMART goals... Small, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time Sensitive

A lot of my clients have trouble losing weight if they don't have a program to follow. Several have had success with The Fast Metabolism Diet. You can get the book from Barnes and Noble or Amazon if you are looking for options on diet plans. I like this one because it's based on real food and about portion size versus counting calories. Most diets are going to suggest your reduce coffee, alcohol, sugar, empty carbs - things that play with your metabolism and blood sugar levels. Be kind to yourself, drink lots of water, walk, get plenty of sleep. Remember it takes 21 days at least to make something a habit so go slow and steady. It's a lifestyle change for the rest of your life not a sprint.

Sustainability is key!! Find something you like to exercise, and do it, I would say at least three four times a week. A lifestyle change is required in this case, otherwise your weight loss will never remain sustainable.

I hope you are doing great!
 

And I really hope you have been managing with your goal. You can do it!!

Thanks for amazing work here. My sister is gaining weight and it seems nothing is working for her. I think your tips gonna help her. I am gonn take a print out of this answer.

The first thing to do is to consult a therapist and check your hormones. The problem with hormones can significantly slow down losing weight. Any physical activity is good for you. You can start running, jogging, swimming, or even yoga. Just remember that you should really enjoy it! I like simply walking a lot. I usually listen to music on the go as it helps me to concentrate on my breath and pace. Also for me, it is the best way to enjoy my favorite songs. On YouTube, I always discover great songs that I convert to mp3 with the help of this youtube mp3 converter. Personally, I like this one as it works with all the popular platforms as well. Moreover, it's quite fast and easy to use.

This is a great plan!

Set small goals that you know you can achieve instead of looking to lose the whole amount.

Check you health with a good therapist or gynecologic doctor for you have irregular periods, PCOS or PCOD problem, do you have hormonal's imbalance problems, so consult doctor as soon as possible.

You do not have to worry. Some things are natural however, You can follow a regular routine, balanced diet and ayurvedic herbs would help

Hi there, I also tried to lose some weights, there are different ways to lose weights, I choose 16 hours no eating, and the rest 8 hours can eat whatever you want. Besides you need to move more, or do some sport to keep your body fit.

Losing 140 lbs is no small feat, but it is definitely achievable. The key to success is to create a plan that is tailored to your individual needs and lifestyle. Exercise Bike Start by setting realistic goals. It is important to set achievable goals that are small, specific and measurable. On top of that, make sure to consume fewer calories than you expend each day. To do this, you should focus on eating healthier, whole foods and increasing your physical activity. Additionally, make sure you are getting adequate rest and drinking plenty of water. Finally, be consistent. Sticking to your plan and making small, sustainable changes is more likely to help you reach your goal in the long term.

>> Set realistic goals: Aim to lose weight gradually and steadily, rather than trying to lose a lot of weight quickly. This can help you maintain your weight loss in the long term.
>> Find an exercise routine you enjoy: Exercise doesn't have to be a chore. Find a physical activity you enjoy, whether it's dancing, hiking, or swimming, and make it a regular part of your routine.