Krystal (:
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I'm new to this. What weight loss method has worked for everyone?
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MrNiceGuy1
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Hello Kyrstal and welcome to forum.
I'd echo the comments of jen_renee in suggesting that by introducing a calorie deficit, in addition to eliminating as many refined carbohydrates from your diet as possible, weight loss will be enjoyed.
However, I'll go a little further by explaining that, on the assumption you've not already done so, you should research BMR/TDEE calculators, since they're largely accurate in determining how many daily calories your body requires, based upon your current measurements and level of activity.
Whichever method of weight loss you may be considering, Krystal, you must understand that all diets are based upon achieving the correct balance between consumption and expenditure. Your rate of progress will also be determined by whether you choose to include exercise alongside calorie reduction.
Don't allow the term calorie reduction to deter you from your goal, either, as it doesn't necessarily mean that you have to sacrifice some of the foods that you may currently enjoy. Granted, you may not be able to enjoy them in as large a quantity, but provided they're factored into your TDEE, (total daily energy expenditure) it doesn't mean that you have to completely eliminate them.
Even if you only lose 3lbs per week, do not consider this to be a failure; you'll have expended approximately 10,500 calories (through a mixture of calorie reduction and fat reduction) in order to achieve the loss. Multiply that weekly figure by four and, month on month, it'll soon begin to add up to a pretty sizeable loss.
Although you may be expecting instant results from any weight loss programme you try, by accepting that your current excess wasn't gained overnight and that it's not going to be lost overnight, either, a sense of perspective will hopefully arise. In doing so, you remove some of the pressure you may have placed upon yourself.
With patience, you can and will achieve the level of loss you desire, Krystal, without depriving yourself in the process.
I'd echo the comments of jen_renee in suggesting that by introducing a calorie deficit, in addition to eliminating as many refined carbohydrates from your diet as possible, weight loss will be enjoyed.
However, I'll go a little further by explaining that, on the assumption you've not already done so, you should research BMR/TDEE calculators, since they're largely accurate in determining how many daily calories your body requires, based upon your current measurements and level of activity.
Whichever method of weight loss you may be considering, Krystal, you must understand that all diets are based upon achieving the correct balance between consumption and expenditure. Your rate of progress will also be determined by whether you choose to include exercise alongside calorie reduction.
Don't allow the term calorie reduction to deter you from your goal, either, as it doesn't necessarily mean that you have to sacrifice some of the foods that you may currently enjoy. Granted, you may not be able to enjoy them in as large a quantity, but provided they're factored into your TDEE, (total daily energy expenditure) it doesn't mean that you have to completely eliminate them.
Even if you only lose 3lbs per week, do not consider this to be a failure; you'll have expended approximately 10,500 calories (through a mixture of calorie reduction and fat reduction) in order to achieve the loss. Multiply that weekly figure by four and, month on month, it'll soon begin to add up to a pretty sizeable loss.
Although you may be expecting instant results from any weight loss programme you try, by accepting that your current excess wasn't gained overnight and that it's not going to be lost overnight, either, a sense of perspective will hopefully arise. In doing so, you remove some of the pressure you may have placed upon yourself.
With patience, you can and will achieve the level of loss you desire, Krystal, without depriving yourself in the process.
ChefChiTown
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Welcome, Krystal.
If you haven't already, go to the Weight Loss Diary section and start a journal. Keeping a journal lets other members check in on you so they can offer their support. It's also a GREAT way to keep track of yourself too - you can keep track of what you eat and what activities you have done, you can track your progress, ask questions, share stories, vent frustrations, whatever.
As far as which weight loss method has worked for people...
We're all different. What works for me may not work for you (and vice versa). However, what works for me is keeping my goals realistic. I used to set these huge, unobtainable goals for myself and I would always end up failing - mostly because I would push myself too hard and burn myself out, but also because I was putting too much pressure on myself. I found that setting small, realistic goals has helped me be successful. For instance, my goal for the past few weeks has been to drink a juice for breakfast, a juice for lunch and eat a healthy dinner, as well as going for a run every day. And, for the past few weeks I have met my goal...and I have also lost weight. Small goals. Much better than unrealistic ones.
Now, when it comes to details, that's where "we're all different" REALLY comes into play. I have personally found success with juicing. I make a juice for breakfast and a juice for lunch. Then, for dinner, I eat whatever I want. Literally. I eat whatever I want. And, I have found success with that method. However, it might not work for you. You might benefit from a low-carb diet, calorie counting or some other routine. You just have to try out different things so you can find what works for YOU.
