Not sure if you have been waiting for the 1st or not, but it's here! Get all of your lasts out of the way.
-Last Pizza
-Last Donut
-Last midday nap
No, we don't have to restrict. What we do to lose weight should mimic our lifestyle afterwards. If you are not giving it up for life, then don't give it up now. Just behave.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Holiday Over Eating
Always a difficult proposition. Trying to just maintain weight during the holdiay season. Bombarded with candy at halloween and not even getting to the bottom of the office bowl with cookies and pies begin to arrive for Thanksgiving and Christmas. And then the alcohol consumption for all holidays and New Year's!.
Luckily, I eat most of my calories. This year I was given the gift of a stomach virus. So instead of gaining the the mandatory pound during Christmas, I lost a couple. How was your managment?
Luckily, I eat most of my calories. This year I was given the gift of a stomach virus. So instead of gaining the the mandatory pound during Christmas, I lost a couple. How was your managment?
Friday, December 23, 2011
17 Day Diet
Another Fad? Another Ruse?
When considering where or who you are going to get your information from for weight or habit management, always consider the source. Ask yourself some questions, What does the source have to gain? Who endorses? Who doesn't? What are their credentials and education background?
Many who purport to be an expert have high credentials, but not in the correct areas. This can be said about the author of the new "17 Day Diet". There are usually some good things mixed in with drivel. Overall, though, procede with caution. See the review on WebMD for yourself; http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/17-day-diet-review?page=3 .
Most people don't realize or even consider the consequences, they just want to find success. Usually, quick fix with less effort. Research suggests that failures with diet hamper future success (probably makes sense). It becomes a mental battle where the wannabe losers feel hopeless at some point. The second concern is that if the new found waistline doesn't last, the up and down yo-yo dieting can actually be more unhealthy than just being obese. And that's is saying something!
Ok, back to the 17 Day Diet specifically. The diet has restrictions that most nutritionist would not agree with. The diet has a limit of 1200 calories per day. Caloric restriction should not be so general. Everyone has a different metabolism and their diet should be constructed accordingly. Secondly, that number is too small for most adult males. Restricting the diet too aburtly or too much can actually cause the metabolism to decrease, meaning that you burn less calories throughout the day. Most men need aleast 1500 calories per day. The diet also restricts how much fruit you can eat. It suggests only 2 servings a day, much less than the current reccomendation of 4-5 servings.
The 17 Day Diet also says that you can have all of the lean protein you want. That is also not a good idea. The body can only handle a certain amount of protein before it either storage, execretes or filters the rest. Filtering protein is taxing on the kidneys and can produce future issues. The diet will create a loss in lean mass (much like the Adkin's) due to the carbohydrate restrictions. That potential loss of muscle also creates a loss of stored water. The scale will look great, but only be temperary. When you, hopefully, gain muscle back, you will also restore that water and glycogen.
The MD author, not a dietician, uses caloric confusion to set the metabolism. Sounds great, but there is no such thing. Science does not support his claims. Other claims do have beneifts. Eat more veggies, more fiber, be mindful of simple carbs, lean protein choices, and do more activity.
Long story short, the Diet is concerning becuase the author is promoting it under false pretenses and short term success. Like any other thing worth doing, do weight managment right.
When considering where or who you are going to get your information from for weight or habit management, always consider the source. Ask yourself some questions, What does the source have to gain? Who endorses? Who doesn't? What are their credentials and education background?
Many who purport to be an expert have high credentials, but not in the correct areas. This can be said about the author of the new "17 Day Diet". There are usually some good things mixed in with drivel. Overall, though, procede with caution. See the review on WebMD for yourself; http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/17-day-diet-review?page=3 .
Most people don't realize or even consider the consequences, they just want to find success. Usually, quick fix with less effort. Research suggests that failures with diet hamper future success (probably makes sense). It becomes a mental battle where the wannabe losers feel hopeless at some point. The second concern is that if the new found waistline doesn't last, the up and down yo-yo dieting can actually be more unhealthy than just being obese. And that's is saying something!
Ok, back to the 17 Day Diet specifically. The diet has restrictions that most nutritionist would not agree with. The diet has a limit of 1200 calories per day. Caloric restriction should not be so general. Everyone has a different metabolism and their diet should be constructed accordingly. Secondly, that number is too small for most adult males. Restricting the diet too aburtly or too much can actually cause the metabolism to decrease, meaning that you burn less calories throughout the day. Most men need aleast 1500 calories per day. The diet also restricts how much fruit you can eat. It suggests only 2 servings a day, much less than the current reccomendation of 4-5 servings.
The 17 Day Diet also says that you can have all of the lean protein you want. That is also not a good idea. The body can only handle a certain amount of protein before it either storage, execretes or filters the rest. Filtering protein is taxing on the kidneys and can produce future issues. The diet will create a loss in lean mass (much like the Adkin's) due to the carbohydrate restrictions. That potential loss of muscle also creates a loss of stored water. The scale will look great, but only be temperary. When you, hopefully, gain muscle back, you will also restore that water and glycogen.
The MD author, not a dietician, uses caloric confusion to set the metabolism. Sounds great, but there is no such thing. Science does not support his claims. Other claims do have beneifts. Eat more veggies, more fiber, be mindful of simple carbs, lean protein choices, and do more activity.
Long story short, the Diet is concerning becuase the author is promoting it under false pretenses and short term success. Like any other thing worth doing, do weight managment right.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Just Maintain
Hang in there body. With all of the family and treat that abound, just hang in there. We will get things back together soon.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Former Fat Asses aren't Perfect
Weight management is not about perfection; the perfect diet, the perfect exercise regimen, or the perfect body. Instead, the focus should always be health centric, with healthy lifetime habits. Research suggests that will be the best way to find long term success.
- only 10% of dieters find success without exercise
- only 5% of those keep it off for 5 years
- studies suggest that health motivators prove to be more successful in weight loss and managment
Success, in this blog, is always defined as the long term effects of habit management. Losing 20 pounds does not automatically promote success. What type of weight was lsot, lean or fat? How long did the weight stay off? Did you compromise your diet or nutrition to get there?
It has been 3 years since I was termed a Fat Ass (read first post). I am down nearly 40 pounds, and though I am a little higher than 6 months ago, I will continue to manage my choices to promote my health now. I can wait to be more attractive or look better in a swimsuit, but my kids need me healthy for the rest of my life. That foundation is being poured as we speak.
- only 10% of dieters find success without exercise
- only 5% of those keep it off for 5 years
- studies suggest that health motivators prove to be more successful in weight loss and managment
Success, in this blog, is always defined as the long term effects of habit management. Losing 20 pounds does not automatically promote success. What type of weight was lsot, lean or fat? How long did the weight stay off? Did you compromise your diet or nutrition to get there?
It has been 3 years since I was termed a Fat Ass (read first post). I am down nearly 40 pounds, and though I am a little higher than 6 months ago, I will continue to manage my choices to promote my health now. I can wait to be more attractive or look better in a swimsuit, but my kids need me healthy for the rest of my life. That foundation is being poured as we speak.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Just add Water and Mix
In the Holidaze of cooking and sampling, be sure to stay near to weight management stalwarts like drinking more water. Also, find time during the busy season to mix in some activity! (wrestling other shoppers for the last toy counts)!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Don't forget the Side of Activity
Whatever we order, whatever we eat, it's always better for weight management to include activity. Don't shy away at the idea of having to shower or change clothes, just go for a walk. The activity will keep your metabolism high and weight low (at least a little bit)!
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Don't get the Holiday Bug
It's that time of year. Everyone is hosting or going to parties where treats, cookies and nogs roam free. Be careful not to overindulge. One little piece of this and another bite of that doesn't seem to harmful, but the calories can add up to a larger number than you might expect.
Take care of your holiday belly so it is not a bowlful of jelly (or whatever). Have a plan, eat before going to a party, don't start snacking if your not sure you will stop. Examine your strengths and weaknesses and have fun, but fun doesn't have to mean treats and desserts. Tis the season, to be mindful!
Take care of your holiday belly so it is not a bowlful of jelly (or whatever). Have a plan, eat before going to a party, don't start snacking if your not sure you will stop. Examine your strengths and weaknesses and have fun, but fun doesn't have to mean treats and desserts. Tis the season, to be mindful!
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Sad Report
Man, the past couple of months have been tough. Life has happened. Car broke down, overtime at work, financial struggles, social issues. Stress is no fun. But not a good reason for using food or other short term fixes to cope.
Over the past 2 months, I have "enjoyed" more than my share of fast food and teats. The funny part is I really didn't even enjoy it, but danged it...I deserved a break. Really, I deserve to have a healthy weight and a healthy body. My kids deserve to have a good role model!
During my lapse, I found myself even thinking about better choices. But after unhealthy choice after unhealthy chioce, habits began forming. Man is that dangerous territory. I don't have a switch to flip on and off. Instead, I have to focus and intently change.
I am currently at 233.6 after topping out at 238. Back to it, I am excited to be here.
Over the past 2 months, I have "enjoyed" more than my share of fast food and teats. The funny part is I really didn't even enjoy it, but danged it...I deserved a break. Really, I deserve to have a healthy weight and a healthy body. My kids deserve to have a good role model!
During my lapse, I found myself even thinking about better choices. But after unhealthy choice after unhealthy chioce, habits began forming. Man is that dangerous territory. I don't have a switch to flip on and off. Instead, I have to focus and intently change.
I am currently at 233.6 after topping out at 238. Back to it, I am excited to be here.
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