I have to start by saying that I am not on any medication, so this isn’t a side effect of that.
I have been morbidly obese almost my entire life. And in my lifetime, I have never bruised easily. I could get decked by my older brother (like a full force punch) and still not bruise. I can count maybe on one hand times that I remember bruising.
I’ve maintained a caloric deficit for nearly seven months now. I know that doing this you will have less nutrients, but I eat a mostly veggie diet. I eat meat maybe 2-3 times a week. When I do eat it, it’s mostly poultry or fish. I try to stay away from the red meats.
So I’ve found two random bruises on my body recently. Not bad ones, just like barely purple ones. There is one on my inner arm that is maybe the size of a quarter and one on my calf that is the same size.
I’m just wondering if anyone that’s on a massive weight loss journey has experienced the same thing? And once you lost the weight, did it change? Or do smaller people just naturally bruise easier?
so for many years, and until recently when I started counting calories, I always said something like "the majority of thin people are thin bc of their metabolism and not bc they eat so healthy or work out so much". I know big pile of bullshit.
but I used to say this bc I had been eating healthy since 2017 september and lost a bunch of weight then my weight loss completly stopped bc there wasn't deficit anymore and I didn't have the time/energy but honestly mainly the will to look into the issue. which fortunately changed since november 13th. I know it's not a long time but my mindset changed a lot.
so since I have been counting calories and being mindful of nutrition I also discovered a few new habits such as that I don't eat until I'm stuffed just until my hunger is sated. if I'm a little bit hungry I can wait between meals until the right time. and while I don't succeed all the time I try my best not to emotional eat.
but there are still people who can eat as much as they want and won't gain any fat/weight. and I wonder how many thin people are like this? are the majority of thin people have a much more portion controlled relationship with food?
and I'm not talking about thin people who are into fitness or healthy eating, just your average person. someone who is thin but doesn't necessarily exclude fattening foods like pizza from their diet, someone who lives a sedentary life style bc they have an office job. so like the absolute average person you can imagine.
so yeah. this is my question;
are the majority of thin people have a much more portion controlled relationship with food? or the majority of thin people actually have fast metabolism?
I was laying in bed last night, unable to get comfortable and wishing I had someone to talk to about this weird phenomenon, when I remembered the beauty of r/loseit!
There are two weird things I've noticed since losing 40 lbs. I went from about 195 to 155 (F, 32, 5'5).
1) I can't sleep as comfortably on my side any more because of my knees. I used to always sleep in the fetal position, which put my knees on top of one another. Now they are poke into one another, the side of my knee bones touching, and it's REALLY uncomfortable. The weird thing is, I carry most of my weight in my legs. I definitely do not have skinny knees. Has anyone else had this problem since losing weight?
2) I think my feet got bigger. Right at around 160 lbs, I started getting really bad blisters on the tops and tips of my toe. I didn't change my shoes or my walking habits. I'm not sure what else this could be, but don't people usually go DOWN a shoe size?
So my doctor has prescribed Adipex to me to help with weight loss. I've been on it before and it works wonders for me, but I have concerns that I want to ask you guys about a heart rate issue I have in case someone has new advice.
I have a consistently high heart rate. Right now, off medication, I'm at 104 bpm resting. On Adipex it's 120 bpm. Obviously, neither are good.
She told me to stay hydrated and cut out all caffeine. Does anyone have other tips? Cause it's kinda scary when I feel it thumping away.
Please don't go on about how adipex/phentermine is bad/meth/etc. I know what it is and what it does and I'm choosing to use it because it helps me.
Is it just us, or does it feel like Halloween was just yesterday? And yet here we are, already in the throes of the winter holidays. If you’re anything like us, you absolutely love the holidays. But what you don’t love is the impact they can have on the healthy habits you work so hard to stick to. Our Christmas Workout Challenge can help you stay in shape and maintain your healthy habits throughout the season.
Doesn’t it feel like, despite your best efforts, your clean diet flies out the window the second talk turns to the holidays? Food-packed festivities mean your healthy eating regimen can take quite a hit. And while there are plenty of tried and true strategies for minimizing the diet damage—bringing your own healthy dishes, loading up on water and focusing on family and fun instead of food—the reality is, all of the celebrations can take a toll.
That’s why it’s especially important to keep up with your exercise routine this time of year. While the uptick in social events and errands (we’re looking at you, present-shopping procrastinators!) mean that you’ll probably have less time to squeeze in super long sweat sessions, there’s good news: You don’t need to spend hours in the gym to reap the benefits of exercise this holiday season. Getting moving, even just a few minutes each day, can be all it takes to preserve the fitness you’ve been working so hard to build. It can also help neutralize some of the indulgences that top your holiday table.
While the holidays may not be the time to expect quick weight loss, they don’t have to undo all of your hard-earned progress. If you are smart about your indulgences, follow your Nutrisystem meal plan and stick to a holiday workout routine, you can maintain your weight loss throughout the season.
That’s why we put together this Christmas Workout Challenge. With this holiday workout plan, you’ll alternate between cardio moves designed to get your blood pumping and slower, more static moves designed to stretch you out and promote strength and balance. By the time the big holiday rolls around, you’ll feel fit and fabulous!
Please note: Always consult with your doctor before trying any new workout plan.
December 13th Workout of the Day: Mountain Climbers
On the first day of Christmas, we’re kicking things off with a simple, full body workout move: mountain climbers. This holiday workout move requires no equipment, which means you can do it anywhere, even if you’re away for the holidays. Simply find a flat surface and give it a go. Watch your form to prevent injury and start with just a few reps, then work your way up to more.
December 14th Workout of the Day: Side Plank
If yesterday’s workout of the day left you breathless, you’ll be happy to switch gears to this move. The side plank requires slow, deliberate movement and long pauses. But don’t underestimate the impact of the plank. It’s a great workout for your abs—specifically, your obliques. Hold it long enough and you’ll feel your muscles really tremble, which means it’s working! As with all the holiday workouts on our list, start slow with just a few reps and holding for just a few seconds. Work your way up to more reps and try holding the position longer each time. Need an incentive to hold your plank? Challenge a loved one to do this move with you and see who can hold it the longest!
December 15th Workout of the Day: Burpees
The perfect combination of cardio and strength training, burpees are a great full body exercise that can be done anytime, anywhere. If you’re new to this move, start with just a few and work your way up. If you need to avoid high impact exercises, you may want to replace this move with another on our list since it requires jumping.
All of the holiday shopping and decoration hanging can really do a number on your back. This move will help you strengthen your lower back while also toning your legs (get ready to feel those quads trembling!) and improving your balance. It can be done any time and is completely equipment-free, which means holiday travel won’t get in the way of squeezing in this Christmas workout.
December 16th Workout of the Day: Superman
The great thing about the Superman holiday workout move is that you don’t need to be a superman to do it. But after you give it a whirl, you’re almost guaranteed to feel like Superman! This is a low-impact, full body workout move that we love to do first thing in the morning. There’s nothing like getting the blood flowing and feeling like a complete superhero for the rest of your day.
December 17th Workout of the Day: Cobra
If strengthening and stretching your shoulders, chest and abs while reducing stiffness in your back is on your holiday wish list this year, this move was made for you. This move is easy to do and an extremely effective way to stretch out multiple muscles; a great follow-up to yesterday’s Christmas workout.
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A classic move you probably remember from your elementary school gym class days, jumping jacks are a great aerobic workout that’s sure to get your heart pumping and your blood flowing. If you’re new to this move, start slow and consider beginning with just the arm or leg motions until you’re comfortable doing both. Please note that this is a high impact exercise. If you have joint pain, you may want to consider substituting this Christmas workout with one of our other holiday moves on the list.
December 19th Workout of the Day: Downward Dog
After yesterday’s Christmas workout move, you’re due for a nice, slow stretch. The downward dog is the perfect answer to sore muscles. Stretching and strengthening your muscles while improving your balance, this holiday workout move also targets your upper and lower body. You’ll feel it in your hands, arms, shoulders, back, calves, hamstrings and even the arches of your feet.
December 20th Workout of the Day: Lunge
Who knew a simple step forward and back could give way to gorgeous gams? But it’s true: Nothing targets the legs quite like a lunge. It’s very important that you maintain good form while doing this holiday workout move, as poor form can result in injuries. When you step forward, make sure your knee does not extend beyond your toes.
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If you’re feeling a little sore after yesterday’s Christmas workout move, congrats! That means you put those muscles to work. Reward yourself today with the Warrior II pose, a powerful stretch for the legs, groins and chest. Bonus: Warrior II also helps relieve backaches and strengthen the muscles in the thighs and buttocks.
December 22nd Workout of the Day: Push-ups
If you want great arms, push-ups are your solution. But this holiday workout of the day is good for more than that; push-ups also work your chest and abs. Intimidated by this challenging move? The great thing about push-ups is that if they prove too difficult, you can modify them.
December 23rd Workout of the Day: Cat & Cow Pose
If you’re still on cloud nine after mastering yesterday’s Christmas workout move, good! You should be proud. Reward yourself today with the Cat and Cow poses; two moves that warm your body and bring flexibility to the spine. Both are great stretches for the back torso and neck. They also open the chest, encouraging your breath to become slow and deep. Coordinating this movement with your breathing can relieve stress and calm the mind—something we all need this time of year!
OK, holiday workout warriors; it’s time to give yourself a serious pat on the back. You’ve been working hard to stick to your holiday workouts and by now, we bet it’s starting to show. Let’s keep the momentum going with this super effective move that engages your entire body. Hold the pose as long as you feel comfortable, then try again a few times throughout the day to see if you can increase your hold time with each attempt.
December 25th Workout of the Day: Butterfly Pose
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the last day of our Christmas Workout Challenge. A simple and effective stretch that’s great for improving flexibility in your inner thighs, knees and spine, the butterfly pose is the perfect Christmas workout move to start your day. Engage in this relaxing and stress-reducing move first thing in the morning (before the happy chaos ensues) for a beautiful start to a beautiful holiday!
I am looking for accountability partner during my weight loss. I've been doing keto before, worked great for me. I'll give it a try again, combined with intermittent fasting(OMAD) and some extended fasts(36-72 hours). Not really active, but planning to hit the gym 3-4 times a week.
Hopefully tomorrow will be the start of a long term change and to help I'd like to share the journey with somebody. I've found having a buddy really helps with providing external motivation. I'm just sick and tired of thinking about getting into shape and trying really hard for like 2-3 days and then falling back into a comfortable, unhealthy lifestyle.
So I’m looking for a buddy to keep me on track and vice versa. If you're interested - PM me. Personally, I know that I stay more motivated when I've got someone out there who is holding me accountable to the decisions I make. And, yes, I know that having will power is a big component to being successful, and I'm hoping to increase my will power through a series of smaller wins (winning the day, the week, etc). But, I think having an accountability partner would not only be extra motivating, but it could actually be fun.
So... I'm female, early 30s, 5'8, 165lb. I've got 20ish lbs to lose. My weight fluctuates and my current weight is about as high as it gets. Usually at this weight, I lose easily. Any time I've lost weight before, I've been very successful. My usual method:
-Track calories in vs calories out
- Eat mostly whole foods
- Go to the gym 4ish times a week and do 45-60 mins on elliptical. Heart rate usually gets to about 145ish.
All of this usually brings me to an approx 7k calorie deficit per week, and sure enough I usually lose 2lb a week. CICO works for me.
The last few months, I have been doing exactly what I always did EXCEPT that instead of 45-60 minutes on the elliptical in the gym, I'm outside walking for about 2 hours instead. Calorie deficits are the same as previously, usually actually more - but the weight WILL NOT COME OFF. I've been the exact same weight for about 2 months - I'd usually be down 16-20lb by now. I've tried upping my calories, or lowering my walking, nothing works. Needless to say I joined the gym again last night.
Has anyone else found that the type of exercise has an effect on their progress?
