ncstargazer
02-08-02, 08:34 AM
It has been a month now since I started on this new adventure of a healthier me. So far it is going great. Where do I stand now? I have lost an incredible 19 lbs. I am doing two 45 mniute sessions each day on the Nordic Track. I have not been keeping track of my measurements, but I have noticed a few changes.
When I started I was in the last hole of my belt. Now I'm on the first hole! My workshirts were tight around the belly. Now they actually hang lose.
Some other changes I've noticed. I was having quite a bit of pain in my feet. Now I go pretty much most of the day without foot pain. Before I started on this journey my knees ached constantly. Now my knees are doing great!!!
Tips I would pass along:
Plan your menu for the day. (this way you can work around any higher calorie favorite food you might want to have during the day. (pizza, ribs, nachos, etc.) Remember to keep such treats to a sensible portion and try not to have these treats too often... but if you really want to have something, then have it. Just watch your total calories for the day... I think it is better not to deprive yourself as long as you don't blow your calorie count for the day Use a scale, measuring cups and measuring spoons. Measure or weigh everything that goes into your mouth. You can not keep track of the calories by guessing on the size of a portion. You must weigh it, or measure it. Take small bites and put your fork down between bites. Taking longer to eat a meal will help you to feel full at the end of the meal. Keep a food diary. It really does help to see what you are eating. Exercise.
297/278/180
When I started I was in the last hole of my belt. Now I'm on the first hole! My workshirts were tight around the belly. Now they actually hang lose.
Some other changes I've noticed. I was having quite a bit of pain in my feet. Now I go pretty much most of the day without foot pain. Before I started on this journey my knees ached constantly. Now my knees are doing great!!!
Tips I would pass along:
Plan your menu for the day. (this way you can work around any higher calorie favorite food you might want to have during the day. (pizza, ribs, nachos, etc.) Remember to keep such treats to a sensible portion and try not to have these treats too often... but if you really want to have something, then have it. Just watch your total calories for the day... I think it is better not to deprive yourself as long as you don't blow your calorie count for the day Use a scale, measuring cups and measuring spoons. Measure or weigh everything that goes into your mouth. You can not keep track of the calories by guessing on the size of a portion. You must weigh it, or measure it. Take small bites and put your fork down between bites. Taking longer to eat a meal will help you to feel full at the end of the meal. Keep a food diary. It really does help to see what you are eating. Exercise.
297/278/180