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Biggie Smallz

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Hi, Im 20 years old and im about 50 lbs overweight and i want to lose it and im eating alot better then normal. I usually would eat 2-3 Big meals a day and eat fast food alot. I would work and go to class then just eat from whatever fast food places with my buddies but i have cut that out now that im on my quest, I'm just wondering should i see improvements ? Im eating 4-5 smaller meals, Im drinking alot of water and im no longer eating fast foods. Shouldn't i see a big difference in my weight in the coming weeks ?

Any answers would be great
Thanks.
 
I've lost around 90 lbs so far, with another 45 at least to go. Honestly, the biggest thing for me that helped with my weightloss was learning to stop and think before I put something in my mouth. You try to bargain with yourself "oh I've been good all week so I can have some cake and ice cream" "oh, this chocolate bar is only xxx calories, so I'll just cut that amount out of my dinner"

I wrote the word "NO" on the back of my hand for weeks on end, and would refer to it when I started trying to rationalise deviating from my plan. even now, I find myself wandering past the snack machine and looking inside, or thinking about just having a beer or two when my friend goes to the bar for his round. I just learned to be strict with myself, and don't allow myself to justify any deviation from the plan :) I don't need the writing on my hand anymore :)
 
You can get fat eating healthy foods if you eat too much of them.

I'd suggest registering for a free account on FitDay - Free Weight Loss and Diet Journal or LIVESTRONG.COM - Health, Fitness, Lifestyle | LIVESTRONG.COM and starting to log your food. This will let you see how many calories you're eating and how your nutrition levels are breaking down. Once you know that, you'll be able to see more clearly where you can make adjustments, cut back, change your nutrition, etc.

The next thing I'd suggest is checking out the various sticky posts in the exercise area of the forum (Weight Loss Through Exercise - Weight Loss Forum). There are some very good posts on exercise, both cardio/aerobic and on incorporating weight lifting into your exercise plans.

I'd also suggest starting a diary in the weight loss diary area (Weight Loss Diary - Weight Loss Forum) as well as reading and participating in other diaries. This is a good way to make updates to your progress and to get support from others. It helps to find the diaries of people who have successfully lost weight (or are losing weight) and reading through them as well. Following the diaries of those who have been successful is both inspiring and informative.

Finally, I'd say you should read as much as you can of the posts on the board, especially anything that's marked "sticky". There is a ton of good information around here and a lot of times questions that new folks have has already been answered very thoroughly - so do take the time to look around and read. :)

Hope that helps you to get started.
 
newg said:
I've lost around 90 lbs so far, with another 45 at least to go. Honestly, the biggest thing for me that helped with my weightloss was learning to stop and think before I put something in my mouth. You try to bargain with yourself "oh I've been good all week so I can have some cake and ice cream" "oh, this chocolate bar is only xxx calories, so I'll just cut that amount out of my dinner"

I wrote the word "NO" on the back of my hand for weeks on end, and would refer to it when I started trying to rationalise deviating from my plan. even now, I find myself wandering past the snack machine and looking inside, or thinking about just having a beer or two when my friend goes to the bar for his round. I just learned to be strict with myself, and don't allow myself to justify any deviation from the plan :) I don't need the writing on my hand anymore :)
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That sounds very much like my habits. I'd always try to bargain with myself. Oh I lost a pound I can eat at McDonald's just this once.... Oh i'll eat this gigantic burger and I won't eat anything the rest of the day...Oh those cookies are only 120 calories for a serving that won't hurt me... Oh I'm not that overweight and I'm maintaining might as well indulge...the list goes on.

Instead of writing NO on the back of my hand I put a rubber band around my wrist to constantly remind myself to not cheat on my diet. It works for awhile but sometimes my appetite over powers it. I'm glad you have overcome justifications and hopefully I will too.
 
newg said:
I've lost around 90 lbs so far, with another 45 at least to go. Honestly, the biggest thing for me that helped with my weightloss was learning to stop and think before I put something in my mouth. You try to bargain with yourself "oh I've been good all week so I can have some cake and ice cream" "oh, this chocolate bar is only xxx calories, so I'll just cut that amount out of my dinner"

I wrote the word "NO" on the back of my hand for weeks on end, and would refer to it when I started trying to rationalise deviating from my plan. even now, I find myself wandering past the snack machine and looking inside, or thinking about just having a beer or two when my friend goes to the bar for his round. I just learned to be strict with myself, and don't allow myself to justify any deviation from the plan :) I don't need the writing on my hand anymore :)
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I read this yesterday and tried it today. At first, I felt really silly. Kinda felt like I was asking my hand for permission when I'd go to look at it to remind myself why it was there. Despite the odd looks I got from people who caught me looking at my hand and might have found a tad bit odd, it worked. I have nothing to regret in what I ate today and tried my hardest at the gym.

I don't know how else to describe what good feeling that is other than this song, Glee sums up my feelings quite nicely.

Thank you for sharing that. :D
 
You're welcome :)

Yes, it is a bit silly, but it really helped me overcome my biggest hurdle, which was rartionalising deviation, or 'bargaining' with myself. It's a physical reminder that the option of saying no exists :)
 
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