Friday, December 21, 2018

Christmas Travel

Hi Yall

I am only about two weeks into my weight loss journey, but have made some decent progress already. I have uped my workouts from no times a week to three times a week, i have tracked my food intake, and have lost about 6 pounds so far. I know weight loss is a slow journey, since I have lost 30 pounds back in college (but slowly have put it back on) over 5 months. But the next week is a big hurdle I know for alot of people, Christmas Time and Travel. I am spending Christmas with my girlfriend's family. They live in another state, and we will be there for a week. I love her family, but I know that they do not eat very healthy. I will be in the land of fried cheese curds, fish fry, and beer (which you know I will be eating and rinking), and I know those things are calorie bombs. Plus with all the added food and cookies and booze during the holiday season, I am expecting some serious damage. I will not be able to work out as well. So what are some tips I can use to minimize the damage from the holiday season? Thanks!

submitted by /u/GreatAndPowerfulKoz
[link] [comments]

from loseit - Lose the Fat http://bit.ly/2EBLRoH

Winter Weight Gain: How to Avoid It

Winter can be a harsh time of year for you and your waistline. With shorter days, extended darkness, and frigid temperatures that keep us inside and generally less active, it’s only natural that we seek out comfort in food. Research from the American Society for Nutrition shows that a major percentage of American adult’s weight gain comes during the winter months. Although the New England Journal of Medicine puts the average winter weight gain at just one pound, studies have proven that we can’t seem to shed this added weight post-winter, which can lead to a gradual yet substantial build-up over the years.

So if the winter diet doldrums are upon you, just remember that winter and weight gain don’t have to be synonymous. Follow these easy tips to avoid packing on the dreaded winter weight gain:

Stay Active.
Dear couch potato: Get up! Fight the urge to melt in to your couch when you get home from work. Instead, create an exercise routine, plan it into your day and stick to it. Persistence and regular exercise are key to fighting off the bulge and maintaining a positive and healthy outlook. Or you could simply just go outside, get fresh air and absorb some much needed vitamin D from the sun. You will instantly feel better.

5 Breakfast Habits That Melt Pounds

Read More

Try on your summer clothes.
Chunky sweaters, baggy sweats and layers upon layers can lull us in to thinking we haven’t gained any weight. Use a summer outfit or a bathing suite to compare where you are weight-wise with where you were just a few short months ago. This reality check can give you added motivation and the reassurance that warmer weather lies ahead. Plus, knowing you’ll be holding yourself accountable is a great strategy to ward off any potential winter weight gain.

Keep a food journal.
For those of us still trying to recover from the holiday indulgences that derailed our healthy eating habits, get back on track with a food journal. It not only keeps you accountable but encourages you to prepare healthy meals and pinpoint the culprits behind unhealthy habits. Try NuMi, Nutrisystem’s FREE online tracking tool, which makes logging food, activity, weight and more simple!

Maximize Your Results with All NEW NuMi Features

Read More

Avoid empty calories.
It’s cold and you want something hot and comforting to soften the bite of that winter chill. Luckily, that doesn’t have to equate to winter weight gain. Indulge in hearty winter foods like chili and soup instead of calorie-dense, cheese-laden or cream-filled dishes that tend to zap energy and send you straight into a food coma.

The post Winter Weight Gain: How to Avoid It appeared first on The Leaf.



from The Leaf http://bit.ly/2V51JWr

Last Minute Holiday Recipes Round-Up

Over the last few weeks, we dished out all kinds of recipes sure to help you have a healthy holiday. But because we know that life gets busy and sometimes we’re a bit behind the ball, today we’re recapping our favorite festive recipes that you can make quickly so you don’t have to show up to your celebrations empty-handed.

Get Your Slurp On! 3 Soups For Winter Weight Loss: Whip up a batch of one of these warm and hearty soups, and you’ll be guaranteed to have a healthy option on hand. Just act fast—these soups are so tasty, it won’t be long till the other guests dive in.

Stick it! 6 Skewer Recipes for a Healthier Holiday: Make one or two (or all six) of these simple kabobs and you’ll be the hit at your holiday party.

5 Holiday Mocktails You Have to Try: Whether you prefer a bubbly sparkler, a sweet and tangy spritzer or something warm and cozy, we’ve got you covered with these low-calorie, booze-free drinks.

Simple Slow Cooker Applesauce: To make this recipe, all you need is a few quick ingredients and a few hours to let it cook. This applesauce makes a delicious side for all of your festivities.

3 Ways to Make Over Your Mashed Potatoes: Slim down a calorie-dense side dish with one of these three recipes. Warning: the cauliflower dish is addictive!

Video: Loaded Omelet Muffins: Brunching it? Give these simple omelet muffins a whirl. They’re tasty, healthy and are super simple to make.

Video: The Best Brussels Sprouts You’ve Ever Had: Here’s a simple side dish that takes mere minutes to prepare. The secret ingredients? Balsamic vinegar and mustard.

In search of more delicious dishes that won’t sabotage your slim-down? Check out our Recipe section!

The post Last Minute Holiday Recipes Round-Up appeared first on The Leaf.



from The Leaf http://bit.ly/2UZN5ji

Healthier Fried Chicken & 13 Other Amazing Air Fryer Recipes

I didn't think they would fit...

NSV

I have been a US size 16 basically my entire adult life (26F). In August I started my weight loss journey and I've bought maybe 1 or 2 shirts in the entire time I've been losing. I haven't even touched pants, because I've been wearing stretch pants since I became too uncomfortable in jeans, and, well, they stretch, so even my biggest leggings still fit (though some of them are becoming a bit loose around the knees).

Well, yesterday, my mom and sister went out holiday shopping and went home with a variety of pants in 2 or 3 different sizes (they're losing weight right now as well, and wanted to work down to the smallest sizes they bought). They told me they'd bought a size 12 and wanted me to try them on. My sister said "Your thighs are definitely smaller than mine, I'm sure they'll fit!"

I didn't think they would fit... But, I listened to my sister and I tried them on.

They fit. They effing fit.

I haven't been anything smaller than a 14-16 since I was 17 years old, and now I fit into a size 12?!

That means I'm soon to be completely OUT of "plus" sized clothes. I never thought I would be in this place. I thought I'd be fat forever, and that I could never be successful with any weight loss program.

Those are the first words of mine I've ever been happy to eat.

I still can't believe they fit.

submitted by /u/Adrenalize_me
[link] [comments]

from loseit - Lose the Fat http://bit.ly/2SeTCVE

Thanks for taking the time folks

So let me begin by thanking everyone out there for being supportive to those out there trying to shed those extra pounds/kg. And to those of you who are posting your success stories to help show everyone that it can be done.

This is my mildly successful story, as its on going, and not a huge thing at the moment.

I decided i wanted to drop some weight about 3 weeks ago, i have a full gym and shower set up here at work, and every morning i use the shower facilities here because i get to work early to avoid traffic and get an early start on my day. When i first started here 2 years ago, i went to the gym almost every morning for about 6 months or so, but didn't really lose anything. At the time, i saw the gym as a means to allow myself to continue with my terrible eating habits, a red bull and some form of king size chocolate in the morning, some form of deli sandwich in the afternoon, generally a buffalo chicken sandwich with bacon tomato and blue cheese, and then whatever fat nasty struck a chord for dinner. I work part time at a pizzeria in the evenings and it being a family place, and having a great relationship with the owners and the cooks, i got free, HUGE portions for free every night. So pizza, steak and cheeses, chicken tenders, you name it, i ate it.

i stopped going to the gym around my 6 month mark, I'm sure something mildly inconvenient came up that disrupted my gym schedule, and its just a huge pain in the ass to start getting back up at 5am when you are getting home from work at 10 almost every night.

well, 3 weeks ago, i got on the scale every morning like i do before my shower, and for a week straight i saw the numbers increase by almost a pound and a half each day. by Friday it was 198. I'm 6'0", so that isn't obese or anything, but i am overweight, mostly in the stomach. Typical dad bod really. But i did not like how fast it went up. Not sure what other than that struck me, but i decided that was that and i was going to drop some of this weight. I have 2 kids, and i wanted to have kids early in life, i did, first at 24, second at 26. The idea being, ill be a relatively young man when they have kids and ill actually be able to hang out with my kids in their 20s, and be more than an old man who cant do much for my grand kids.

well that's a fine and dandy age wise right now, but not if i treat myself like a food dumpster for the next 20 or so years. Being alive during the time isn't the only part of that goal, actually interacting in a way more than sitting around in the chair is what i want.

As it stands, I've hit the gym every day aside from 2, due to needing to work at another location those days that doesn't have a gym. I've changed my diet as well, since i learned early on from experience, that working out, unless its stupid intense, is not enough to actually lose the weight. I know its everywhere on the internet that weight loss is more about diet than exercise, but some of us learn from experience more than words.

to begin, i haven't started eating all great foods, but i have cut out some of the crappier things in my life, no more candy and red bull for breakfast, its now a yogurt and a banana, lunch is general some form of meat, same with dinner. I might have a slice every week, but that's mostly cut out. And my portions are in control. I'm not eating until i feel like bursting. and water, I've been pounding it, and cut soda out of my life at this point. Which i think was a huge factor, since i could drink it free from the fountain at the pizzeria.

I feel different for sure, not sure i feel "good", because I've been in a near constant state of mild hunger, but I'm pretty sure that's sugar withdrawal. but i also don't feel bad, or drained or anything.

It gets easier daily to wake up for the gym.

Sorry for the long rant, I wanted to get it out there, but I'm not really talking about it with my family because i don't want to jinx it really. I'm just taking it day by day.

SW: 198 lbs CW: 189.8 lbs GW: 175 lbs

submitted by /u/I_Have_A_Chode
[link] [comments]

from loseit - Lose the Fat http://bit.ly/2EGEyfF

I’ve never been so motivated to lose weight. really, it’s out of spite.

My bff is getting married. I’m her bridesmaid. She picked a dress that comes in a limited number of sizes. Prom dresses come in limited sizes while bridesmaid dresses have every size. She picked prom, I don’t fit. So instead of her changing dresses and picking a dress that has every size... I have to wear a different dress. Everyone will be wearing the same dress except me. So yes I’m pissed she won’t just find a bridesmaids dress. I’ve gained a lot of weight since having a baby and of course I want to lose it...but now I want to just because I’m pissed about the situation. What makes me more mad is my friend used to be bigger but she has lost weight. So she should know how it feels. Rant over. Give me tips from your weight loss!

submitted by /u/squeakerbeaker528
[link] [comments]

from loseit - Lose the Fat http://bit.ly/2A9oMXk