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#251
Realistic goal setting?...
I have set a goal for myself to be at or below 340 by the end of August... and at or below 330 by the end of September. Do you think this is realistic? Basically 10 lbs a month. I am planning on not going over calories at all, continuously pushing more water, and increasing exercise as much as possible (given my back problem).
I have set a goal for myself to be at or below 340 by the end of August... and at or below 330 by the end of September. Do you think this is realistic? Basically 10 lbs a month. I am planning on not going over calories at all, continuously pushing more water, and increasing exercise as much as possible (given my back problem).
#252
FitDay Member
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Chicago Suburbs
Posts: 262
My focus lately has been learning to eat away from home in moderation.
#253
FitDay Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 1
I am new here
Hello ladies, I am new to all of this, however I do know that I am motivated to lose weight and feel better. Although I know that I need a lot of help and support in order to continue forward. I will take advice and would love some words of wisdom..
Thanks
Thanks
#254
I failed miserably at that today! I was/am sooo stressed out about not getting to at least 1200 calories that not only did I go to a fast food place for burger and fries... but also stopped by the store ( for fruit and veggies) and walked out with ice cream and bread pudding! So I finally made my 1500 calories today!!! MOSTLY carbs and fat! Hope everyone else did better this weekend.
#256
I've only been doing this 5 weeks myself, but already learned a lot so I may have a few words of wisdom to share.
My first thing would be not to deprive yourself! If you try and crash diet, cutting out all the foods you love it's just not going to work unless you're super disciplined. It's all about balance and of course you don't want to be miserable in your new lifestyle. Less is more, and treating yourself occasionally won't hurt you if you do it sensibly.
Secondly, always try to set yourself small goals, aswell as major targets. They help keep you focused, and reaching those small achievements will help you stay positive. For example I've already reached 3 minor targets. Losing my first stone (14lbs), getting under 20st (280lbs) and being able to do 30 minutes on the elliptical/cross trainer. As you see they are not all weight-loss goals, as for me this new life is not all about weight-loss.
Thirdly, keep something like a journal or a blog. It's great to read back on your successes when you're feeling like giving up, and having a written account of your journey and reading about others journeys can be really positive and inspiring. You can keep these anonymous aswell. Feel free to read mine (the link in my signature), it's open.
And lastly, use FitDay!!! It has a wealth of priceless information, and you can always find help on the forums. Every question I've ever asked has been answered brilliantly. So many people know their stuff, and it's a fab tool to use.
All else I can say is GOOD LUCK and keep checking in and let me (us) know how you're getting on!
#257
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 121
Welcome neaner! This forum rocks
almeeker-- as for the working out/ sweating it out, I haven't yet found an option that is good for that... as I said, I herniated a disc in my back earlier this year... for a while, I couldn't walk or stand for more than 5 minutes at a time without severe pain. Now I can grocery shop without pain, and walk about 15-20 minutes without pain. So I have been walking twice a day for 15 minutes each time.... Sometimes that is enough to cause my back to hurt all night, sometimes its okay. I am going to gradually try increasing that (one walk at a time)... But I don't want to make my injury worse. I see a spine specialist in Sept.
Oh, also... I know exercise is neccessary/essential for health! But, it's not neccessary for weightloss... so I am not including that (I mean, even when I walk, I am not allowing myself extra calories or anything)... to me, anything I can do at the moment is just extra
almeeker-- as for the working out/ sweating it out, I haven't yet found an option that is good for that... as I said, I herniated a disc in my back earlier this year... for a while, I couldn't walk or stand for more than 5 minutes at a time without severe pain. Now I can grocery shop without pain, and walk about 15-20 minutes without pain. So I have been walking twice a day for 15 minutes each time.... Sometimes that is enough to cause my back to hurt all night, sometimes its okay. I am going to gradually try increasing that (one walk at a time)... But I don't want to make my injury worse. I see a spine specialist in Sept.
Oh, also... I know exercise is neccessary/essential for health! But, it's not neccessary for weightloss... so I am not including that (I mean, even when I walk, I am not allowing myself extra calories or anything)... to me, anything I can do at the moment is just extra
#258
FitDay Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Alberta, Canada
Posts: 115
Hey Patti Just added you as my first contact. Just signed on yesterday to FitDay. Living in Alberta too. Over 100# to lose...one at a time. Type 2 diabetic, over 50..way over, and just learning how to exercise. Which means I am walking. LOL In great need for an accountability friend too. What is the scoop on these forums? How do they all work? Newbie to lifestyle changes...and internet socializing.
#259
Welcome neaner! This forum rocks
almeeker-- as for the working out/ sweating it out, I haven't yet found an option that is good for that... as I said, I herniated a disc in my back earlier this year... for a while, I couldn't walk or stand for more than 5 minutes at a time without severe pain. Now I can grocery shop without pain, and walk about 15-20 minutes without pain. So I have been walking twice a day for 15 minutes each time.... Sometimes that is enough to cause my back to hurt all night, sometimes its okay. I am going to gradually try increasing that (one walk at a time)... But I don't want to make my injury worse. I see a spine specialist in Sept.
Oh, also... I know exercise is neccessary/essential for health! But, it's not neccessary for weightloss... so I am not including that (I mean, even when I walk, I am not allowing myself extra calories or anything)... to me, anything I can do at the moment is just extra
almeeker-- as for the working out/ sweating it out, I haven't yet found an option that is good for that... as I said, I herniated a disc in my back earlier this year... for a while, I couldn't walk or stand for more than 5 minutes at a time without severe pain. Now I can grocery shop without pain, and walk about 15-20 minutes without pain. So I have been walking twice a day for 15 minutes each time.... Sometimes that is enough to cause my back to hurt all night, sometimes its okay. I am going to gradually try increasing that (one walk at a time)... But I don't want to make my injury worse. I see a spine specialist in Sept.
Oh, also... I know exercise is neccessary/essential for health! But, it's not neccessary for weightloss... so I am not including that (I mean, even when I walk, I am not allowing myself extra calories or anything)... to me, anything I can do at the moment is just extra
Actually I'm one of those people that cannot lose weight by dieting alone (believe me I've tried), I have to do both diet and exercise to move the scale at all. I'm quite jealous of those who can just do it with diet.
#260
FitDay Member
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 121
I used to be like that- could only lose by exercising... Who knows what will happen when I get out of the 300's though... or how long I will be able to keep this up... But theoretically, its supposed to be possible!!!
I do some stretches, etc... And walking of course... I don't struggle through the pain, because apparently doing things that make it hurt doesn't allow it to heal! I have been resting it and "babying" it for a while, and finally having some improvement. I originally went for physical therapy, and every night, I would be in excruciating pain...
I do some stretches, etc... And walking of course... I don't struggle through the pain, because apparently doing things that make it hurt doesn't allow it to heal! I have been resting it and "babying" it for a while, and finally having some improvement. I originally went for physical therapy, and every night, I would be in excruciating pain...