I’m in my early thirties and started gaining weight a few years ago. Now none of my clothing fit me, I’m really self-conscious, and I can’t afford to buy a new wardrobe. I would like to lose weight but don’t know where to start. I’ve always been small, so this is all new to me, and I’ve never had to lose weight before, so I’m not sure where to start.
How did you lose major weight and keep it off? (I want to shed 20 pounds).
I’ve only kept it off for two years, but it was a significant lifestyle adjustment for me. I still consume a lot of garbage. Today I ate two slices of pizza and chips. I also had whole wheat toast with peanut butter and fruit for breakfast. It’s all about balance. I can’t remember the last day I went without eating something unhealthy for me. However, I have much better portion control now than I did previously. I eat mostly nutritious meals and occasionally indulge on chips, chocolate bars, or whatever. However, it requires constant effort. I am not suddenly skinny because of wonderful genes. Every day, I consciously choose to live a (mostly) healthy lifestyle.
Dieting does not work. It requires a shift in habits, which can be easily accomplished with correct food education, support, and coaching. I started three years ago, lost thirty pounds, and kept them off. Foods that I used to crave no longer appeal to me. I do not deprive myself. Please PM me so that I may provide you with more information.
Maintenance is an endeavour. Falling back into previous eating habits guarantees failure. Staying on track will be difficult at first, but it will become your new normal and second nature over time.
Everyone says calorie deficit–because it’s true! However, some things that helped me go into a calorie deficit before I lowered calories were fasting until midday and eating more fruits and vegetables.
Calorie deficit is the only way to lose weight, which is why the other poster thinks it’s ambiguous. Our bodies cannot defy thermodynamics, so if the amount of energy expended exceeds the amount of energy taken in, they turn to stored fat for energy. I achieved a deficit by measuring my calories and weighing my food.
It is essentially physics. It’s not a subjective recommendation.
Only a calorie deficit can help you lose weight. “Working out” is extremely inefficient for weight loss, yet it still contributes to weight loss by…drum roll…creating a calorie deficit. You cannot out-exercise your diet.
I’d do IF. I don’t count calories or limit my appetite for specific items. I’ve been dropping weight fairly steadily.
People often emphasise calorie deficit, but as someone with a lengthy history of eating disorders, I am concerned I may relapse. There must be another choice. Obviously, working exercise is one, but I believe that calorie shortage isn’t the greatest solution for everyone.
Calorie shortage. The simplest approach to add to the deficit is to do an incline walk on the treadmill every day.
High protein, low carbohydrate, and sugar intake, as well as mindful portion control. I stopped bingeing, which was difficult but beneficial. I’ve been doing this for a little over a year and my weight has fluctuated by no more than 2-3 pounds, and I’ve dropped 91 pounds.
Everyone says calorie deficit–because it’s true! However, some things that helped me go into a calorie deficit before I lowered calories were fasting until midday and eating more fruits and vegetables.