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Weight Loss Food Question
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:26 am
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:26 am
I might post this on the OT as well.
I am trying to lose weight. I am currently 26 am I weigh 245 lbs. I need to get to 208 pounds.
I know this process takes time, but I am hoping to lose the weight in 6 to 8 months. Any advice on foods I should stay away from and which ones would be better.
I have recently signed up for Anytime Fitness (yeah, I know, waste of money). The cost is one of the things that will keep me going, and I honestly need something flexible due to my current job hours.
I already know that I need to stay low on the carbohydrates and stay away from too much sugar or fatty foods (caffeine, cookies, fried foods, soda,etc.)
EDIT: Thank you for all the suggestions. By the way, I typically eat Ham and Cheese Sandwiches at work for lunch.
Any alternatives to that would be appreciated. It needs to be something that does not require cooking
I am trying to lose weight. I am currently 26 am I weigh 245 lbs. I need to get to 208 pounds.
I know this process takes time, but I am hoping to lose the weight in 6 to 8 months. Any advice on foods I should stay away from and which ones would be better.
I have recently signed up for Anytime Fitness (yeah, I know, waste of money). The cost is one of the things that will keep me going, and I honestly need something flexible due to my current job hours.
I already know that I need to stay low on the carbohydrates and stay away from too much sugar or fatty foods (caffeine, cookies, fried foods, soda,etc.)
EDIT: Thank you for all the suggestions. By the way, I typically eat Ham and Cheese Sandwiches at work for lunch.
Any alternatives to that would be appreciated. It needs to be something that does not require cooking
This post was edited on 4/28/17 at 1:13 pm
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Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:29 am to volod
Chicke, rice, vegetables and water. All you need
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:36 am to volod
1) Don't eat as much as you are used to eating. You'd be surprised how little you can eat throughout the day and still have energy. You need to train your body to cope with that.
2) Stay away from high carb/sugary foods. Bread and pasta are main culprits for slowing down weight loss. Meat and Veggies are the best bets all the time. For hunger strikes, eat assorted nuts to take away hunger. Drinks lots and lots of water.
3) Exercise. Weight Lifting/Aerobics etc.
Main thing though is decrease the calorie intake significantly daily. Its really that simple but its definitely harder than it looks I know.
2) Stay away from high carb/sugary foods. Bread and pasta are main culprits for slowing down weight loss. Meat and Veggies are the best bets all the time. For hunger strikes, eat assorted nuts to take away hunger. Drinks lots and lots of water.
3) Exercise. Weight Lifting/Aerobics etc.
Main thing though is decrease the calorie intake significantly daily. Its really that simple but its definitely harder than it looks I know.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:37 am to volod
Eat proteins and stay away from carbs as much as possible. No sugar. water, splenda or diet soda. hit the treadmill for and hour at least 4 days a week.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:38 am to volod
Look up beyond diet. Its a program the wife signed us up for THEN told me about it...wanted me to give it a try. I wanted to eat better anyway. Long story short we started in Jan and have followed the meal plan (paid for) most of the time. We still cheat...and for me I changed NOTHING else. I am down 33lbs from 260
Not saying that one is the best to follow...but I have enjoyed making a good bit of the dishes and the results have been great. Good luck...my advice...dont do a diet...you sill stop said diet. Change how you eat and its easier to stick to it for the long haul.
Not saying that one is the best to follow...but I have enjoyed making a good bit of the dishes and the results have been great. Good luck...my advice...dont do a diet...you sill stop said diet. Change how you eat and its easier to stick to it for the long haul.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:40 am to volod
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I already know that I need to stay low on the carbohydrates and stay away from too much sugar or fatty foods (caffeine, cookies, fried foods, soda,etc.)
this. Eat lean proteins and veggies. Stay away from processed foods and breads
Posted on 4/28/17 at 11:55 am to Motorboat
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processed foods and breads
THIS! Only time I end up having bread is when I cheat. That and 3 meals and 2 snacks every 3 hrs every day helped
Posted on 4/28/17 at 12:02 pm to volod
Diet and exercise are great, but you should also invest some time in pondering why you're overeating. Bored? Take up a new hobby/skill, esp one that requires exertion (like tennis, or woodworking). Unresolved issues eating can be worked out with a therapist (your health insurance likely covers this). So dang many ppl caught in the yoyo diet cycle are deeply unhappy & food is their self-medication. Figure out if that's you & work as hard on your mental health as you do on your physical.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 12:13 pm to volod
Eat less, move more.
Download LoseIt app and log everything that goes in your body. Will really open your eyes to how many extra calories you take in that you may not realize.
Download LoseIt app and log everything that goes in your body. Will really open your eyes to how many extra calories you take in that you may not realize.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 12:13 pm to volod
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The cost is one of the things that will keep me going
People always say this and it isn't always true. I hope in your case it is. Good luck man.
Lift heavy arse weights.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 12:35 pm to volod
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I already know that I need to stay low on the carbohydrates and stay away from too much sugar or fatty foods
Almost correct. You need to have less than 15-20 grams of carbs a day, moderate amounts of protein, and get the majority of your calories from fat and non starchy vegetables.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 12:55 pm to volod
You don't have to cut out any specific food but of course cutting high carb and processed foods makes it much easier.
I just hit 100lbs two days ago. Didn't cut out a single food. Still enjoyed pizza and sandwiches. Just in moderation. Calories in, calories out.
Of course, it is a pain for most people to weigh food and count calories (you have to count everything, even cooking oils).. So you're probably better off going low carb.
Check out /r/loseit. They'll teach you about figuring out your TDEE and eating at a deficit. Or just Google TDEE calculator. It'll tell you how many calories you use in a day, then eat at a deficit of that.
I just hit 100lbs two days ago. Didn't cut out a single food. Still enjoyed pizza and sandwiches. Just in moderation. Calories in, calories out.
Of course, it is a pain for most people to weigh food and count calories (you have to count everything, even cooking oils).. So you're probably better off going low carb.
Check out /r/loseit. They'll teach you about figuring out your TDEE and eating at a deficit. Or just Google TDEE calculator. It'll tell you how many calories you use in a day, then eat at a deficit of that.
This post was edited on 4/28/17 at 12:56 pm
Posted on 4/28/17 at 1:04 pm to volod
1400 calories/day
Mostly meat/fruit/veggies, limit carbs
Work out
You'll lose 2.5-3lbs a week. It's not hard, you just have to adjust. Get a calorie counting app and use it religiously.
Mostly meat/fruit/veggies, limit carbs
Work out
You'll lose 2.5-3lbs a week. It's not hard, you just have to adjust. Get a calorie counting app and use it religiously.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 1:30 pm to volod
I highly, HIGHLY recommend Weight Watchers. If you do it right, you will never feel deprived and it fricking works. Have done it several times and am currently doing it and have lost about 30 pounds. Combine it with a workout program and you will drop the weight fast.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 5:26 pm to JumpingTheShark
Greek yogurt with fruit is great
Also, replace the bread in your sandwich wth lettuce
Make it a wrap, it's almost as good
I dip my wraps in hummace
Also, replace the bread in your sandwich wth lettuce
Make it a wrap, it's almost as good
I dip my wraps in hummace
Posted on 4/28/17 at 5:29 pm to volod
look up the whole 30 challenge. There is a difference between just losing weight and losing weight and getting. This will help you do the latter. and the guidlines are laid out for you
Posted on 4/28/17 at 7:30 pm to NOLAGT
quote:
dont do a diet...you will stop said diet.
quote:
Look up beyond diet. Its a program the wife signed us up for THEN told me about it
Posted on 4/28/17 at 8:37 pm to volod
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It needs to be something that does not require cooking
You'll have a hard time losing weight if you can't cook for yourself.
Cut the sugar and grains and if it comes in a box or a bag it's not good for you.
Good protein and lots of veggies. Control your portions and exercise. There is no magic pill or diet.
Posted on 4/28/17 at 8:44 pm to Capital Cajun
Stick with it. I lost 70 lbs 8 years ago and have kept it off. Its a marathon, not a sprint.
Eat high volume food that keeps you full longer
eat more fiber, non starchy carbs, and up your protein.
start small. Lift if your healthy enough to. Weights and cardio is much better than cardio only.
I love to read and learn more about nutrition and fitness.
My favorites
Bodybuilding.com nutrition forum. Its the largest on the web and has a ton of good articles and advice
Avatar Nutrition- Dr. Layne Nortons fitness tracking program. Its really good and advanced
Reddit nutrition forums.
Eat high volume food that keeps you full longer
eat more fiber, non starchy carbs, and up your protein.
start small. Lift if your healthy enough to. Weights and cardio is much better than cardio only.
I love to read and learn more about nutrition and fitness.
My favorites
Bodybuilding.com nutrition forum. Its the largest on the web and has a ton of good articles and advice
Avatar Nutrition- Dr. Layne Nortons fitness tracking program. Its really good and advanced
Reddit nutrition forums.
This post was edited on 4/28/17 at 8:48 pm
Posted on 4/28/17 at 8:54 pm to volod
Why 208? How did you come up with such a specific number?
Do not eat fast food. Ever. Any type.
Ham and cheese is fine. Avoid the mayo. Use wheat bread. Or try it as a wrap if it satisfies you.
Even when you don't feel like excersizing, just go. Walk on the treadmill for 30-45 minutes at least. Do something.
Stay positive. Don't be too hard on yourself. making the choice to wanting to be heathly is a huge first step.
Do not eat fast food. Ever. Any type.
Ham and cheese is fine. Avoid the mayo. Use wheat bread. Or try it as a wrap if it satisfies you.
Even when you don't feel like excersizing, just go. Walk on the treadmill for 30-45 minutes at least. Do something.
Stay positive. Don't be too hard on yourself. making the choice to wanting to be heathly is a huge first step.
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