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Originally Posted by los panda
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Thanks. I could go on this topic for hours as I've gone up and down over the years with multiple strategies but theres still a few other things I need to add then I'll stop I promise.
- Be patient. I got to a point where I wanted to loose x amount of weight in x amount of time and it was not uncommon for me to step on a scale 10 times in a day on top of taking measurements with measuring tape and calipers.
And when you're stuck at that point where you've lost weight/fat but you're still far from your goal it can drive you insane. Don't go insane get just enough urgency to progress and stay on track but don't become neurotic like me. If you look at the chart there was a point where I stopped weighing myself every week but still stayed on track. Thats probably the best balance.
- Get an electronic food scale for $20. It's a little expensive and the checkout person might thing you're a junkie or a dealer but it's easy to underestimate and overestimate how much food you're eating.
- Avoid and/or limit alcohol. Not only does alcohol have no nutritional value but it makes you want to gorge large quantities of the worst possible foods.
- And finally track calories. Diet is about 90% of what you will be doing (this coming from my teacher in weight training during college). Best sites to use are the following.
Free Calorie Counter, Diet & Exercise Journal | MyFitnessPal.com
or
Calorie Counter | Food Nutrition Data for Healthy Eating Choices
Personally used Weight Watchers online as I liked that system but unlike the above two Weight Watchers cost money (~$18 a month). Regardless all three have knowledgeable and supportive communities who can give you great advice as you go along.
Good luck and I'll shut up now.