Howdy! Newbie here, need to lose 40lbs and get a healthier lifestyle

AngryPanda

AngryPanda

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Howdy howdy!

So, after years of telling myself I can just eat less to lose weight, I realized my body can't do it as easily now that I'm in my late 20s. And bad habits (no exercise, junk food) means I gain it back pretty fast, so now I'm trying to lose weight but also implement lifestyle changes along the way. I tried to get into the habit of exercising since last year and so far kept it. Now the problem is junk food and portion control (because you can't lose weight if you eat a whole cake by yourself everyday, even if you exercise everyday).

I made my decision beginning of December to lose 50lbs by cutting down portion size and consume less sugar. After a few grumpy weeks I've finally switched my sugar source from baked goods to fruit and now just need to lose 40lbs. I'm also trying to change into a mostly vegetarian diet (meat 1 day per week only) and..... I'm losing motivation. I love food, I love my sugar and I love my meat/eggs. I know the diet is possible (considering the fact that vegetarians/vegans exists) and that I need to do this, and lose 40lbs, to be healthy..... but I find myself dreaming of eating ALL the meat and cakes and brownies after I reached my goal (which I know is the fastest way to gain the weight back so I shouldn't).... and whenever the scent of delicious fatty meat and brownies/cookies reaches my nose, I feel depressed and angry.

I don't want to remain obese forever and I know it's achievable, but I'm losing motivation so I'm hoping hanging out here will help, lol.
 
Angry Panda,

I'm right there with you, although sadly not with the 20s part (welcome to 30 lol). It has been years of denial on my part, telling myself I'm always capable but never following through. I used to run daily, and would ruin every workout with poor diet. Back in my teens, I was a freakin' skinny kid. Now I'm way out of whack.

I've started my cutting out sugars in the last week. It wasn't a New Year's thing as much as a, now the holidays are done and so am I. I don't feel the cranky part of removing sugars yet, but I know I will, and I hope I have the patience for my co-workers when that happens.

One thing that always got me was portion size too. One trick that I found to help was getting smaller plates. As silly as that seems, it worked. Then I wouldn't allow myself to have any less than half of that plate with grilled/steamed/mashed vegetables. I can't imagine life without meat, though I think I'm going to eventually. While I won't go the way of vegetarian or vegan, I will most definitely be eating way more veggies/fruits.

I know I'm not as far along as you are, but I hope that my journey finds me at the point where I'm 20% of the way to my goal, which is where you seem to be (10 down, 40 to go).

While I know you're having trouble, and are searching for some inspiration/motivation to keep going, let it be known that even in what you think is a modest start, it's still a start that can be finished.

One person who really helped me see that anything is possible is Kevin Smith, the producer/writer. The guy literally got kicked off a flight for being obese and now he's lost to much weight, starting where you and I have. He cut out sugar, started juicing, and has made better choices. Here's a before/after of him CLICK.

While I may not be the person you are looking for in terms of inspiration, perhaps you are the person I was looking for. Someone who struggles as I do. Someone who needs a little push now and again. Maybe my enthusiasm in a way helps you as well. Either way, I hope you continue on. Eventually you will kick your cravings. And when you hit your goal, the satisfaction of making it will be enough for you to say no to your old vices!
 
BfloMike said:
Angry Panda,

I'm right there with you, although sadly not with the 20s part (welcome to 30 lol). It has been years of denial on my part, telling myself I'm always capable but never following through. I used to run daily, and would ruin every workout with poor diet. Back in my teens, I was a freakin' skinny kid. Now I'm way out of whack.

I've started my cutting out sugars in the last week. It wasn't a New Year's thing as much as a, now the holidays are done and so am I. I don't feel the cranky part of removing sugars yet, but I know I will, and I hope I have the patience for my co-workers when that happens.

One thing that always got me was portion size too. One trick that I found to help was getting smaller plates. As silly as that seems, it worked. Then I wouldn't allow myself to have any less than half of that plate with grilled/steamed/mashed vegetables. I can't imagine life without meat, though I think I'm going to eventually. While I won't go the way of vegetarian or vegan, I will most definitely be eating way more veggies/fruits.

I know I'm not as far along as you are, but I hope that my journey finds me at the point where I'm 20% of the way to my goal, which is where you seem to be (10 down, 40 to go).

While I know you're having trouble, and are searching for some inspiration/motivation to keep going, let it be known that even in what you think is a modest start, it's still a start that can be finished.

One person who really helped me see that anything is possible is Kevin Smith, the producer/writer. The guy literally got kicked off a flight for being obese and now he's lost to much weight, starting where you and I have. He cut out sugar, started juicing, and has made better choices. Here's a before/after of him CLICK.

While I may not be the person you are looking for in terms of inspiration, perhaps you are the person I was looking for. Someone who struggles as I do. Someone who needs a little push now and again. Maybe my enthusiasm in a way helps you as well. Either way, I hope you continue on. Eventually you will kick your cravings. And when you hit your goal, the satisfaction of making it will be enough for you to say no to your old vices!
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omg teens! There are a lot of things I don't miss, but I do miss how my body is able to bounce back so fast and have so much energy back then even if I eat crappy food. If you feel cranky about removing sugar, maybe try eating a little fruit instead. That's what I do, and I read articles about how sugar is bad for you and unnecessary. I've been using smaller plates but it's making me a little sad, lol, I think I got too used to eat until I'm full but to lose weight, you gotta feel a little hungry sometimes.

Since I gained so much weight so fast, I figured I should lose as much weight just as fast if I tried, but it's a little more difficult than I thought and I'm not making as much progress as I thought. I was hoping the forum would be a way to keep me accountable since I'm posting publicly instead of the "no one will know if I just..." or "no one cares if I just..." mentality that keeps getting me sidetracked, so thanks for replying. =)
 
I'm an Online & In Person Dietician. I'm also on Television (A&E Network). I'm Just Laying My Credentials. The solution is quite easy once you understand that it has nothing to do with training, or eliminating your foods like pizza. Do not let those trainers, and uneducated people rethink how you see food, because that my friend is "unhealthy". I'd love to help you if you need it.
 
It's very easy. If you see carbs just walk away. I lost 80 pounds last year doing this. Went from 330 to 250, I'm 37 , 2mts tall
 
betomxl said:
It's very easy. If you see carbs just walk away. I lost 80 pounds last year doing this. Went from 330 to 250, I'm 37 , 2mts tall
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Easy in theory. Did you ever fell to temptation when losing weight? and what motivated you to get back on track?

I was raised in China where the diet is basically 60% carbs/rice, 30% vegetables and 10% meat. Now that I live in US I eat more meat than vegetables, but telling me not to eat carbs is like telling me not to drink water, lol. I've been reducing my amount of carbs and it's working, but kind of difficult when I love rice and cakes and carbs. =(
 
When I stopped smoking, I did it cold stop. I found its a better way, rather than gradually. I used to eat rice beans and pasta every day. It was the base of my diet. But I realize I had to stop or I would die sooner. If I can squeeze a couple of days weeks years just for giving up carbs I think is worth it.
 
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