I have lacked off in the past few week! Now, I claim I have a good reason, but the truth is, I have just lost motivation. I am going to post AT LEAST once a week on here from now on. It may not benefit anyone else, but it keeps me accountable to myself! Here is what has been rattling around in my brain for the past few weeks:
I have worked hard to lose 40 Lbs and I am pretty proud of myself, but as I look back on the past 8 months I see times in the gym where I cut my workout short because I was tired. I see times where I didn't push through the pain and really gut out a run. I see times when I settled for a night off because I had a long day at work. And what do I get from that...a state of maintenance! Instead of losing more weight or getting in better shape, I have become content to simply hold my ground.
Today, I am setting the wheels in motion again...and I am going to push harder than before! Beyond working out and running, I am implementing a new diet! Its called the breakfast diet...and its not for the faint of heart! Here's what it looks like:
Breakfast: Dannon Light & Fit Yogurt (2 - 6oz packages) = 160 calories
Skim Milk or Fresh Orange Juice (1 - 8oz cup) = 100-150 calories
Lunch: Oatmeal (1 Cup sweetened with 2 tsp of Turbinado sugar) = 340 Calories
Water to drink
Dinner: 3 Egg Whites (with Salsa or Low fat cheese) = 100 calories
Whole Wheat Toast (2 slices NO BUTTER) = 100 calories
Snack: Salad with Olive Oil based dressing only = 75 calories per 2 cups of salad
Soy meal replacement shake= 150 calories
Thats It! It is pretty filling and is rich in fiber, protein and not loaded with fat!
One Final Thought...
We (humans) are the only living thing on the planet that eat for pleasure, we are the only ones that eat beyond necessity and indulge far beyond what our body needs for sustenance. Make the change today!
I strongly commend your mindset and commitment, but please don't do that diet plan. That is not enough calories. Underindulgence is just as bad as overindulgence. You might lose weight at first, but your body will go into starvation mode and begin holding onto fat in order to prepare for starvation. As a male, you should be eating no less than 1500 calories a day; more than that depending on your metabolism and activity level.
ReplyDeleteHey Josh! Just reading for the 1st time and it's amazing that you've already come so far. Enjoy your journey, rather than getting aggravated at it! I would HIGHLY suggest hiring a trainer or good friend who is a trainer to help you set healthy limits on your eating. Aaron has started w/ a guy at the gym, and it's like Bob and Jillian rolled into one! But he's seeing results and feeling more healthy because of it. He has 2 packs of oatmeal in the morning w/ a 23g Whey Protein shake. EAS is the brand. About 3 hours later, he has another protein shake w/ fruit. For lunch, it's chicken or fish w/ a simple starch (potato, rice, etc.). Afternoon snack is protein shake. Dinner is chicken or fish w/ vegetables. Only green veggies for now. They will add in more variety as his metabolism kicks back in. We've calculated to ensure he's getting at least 1500 calories a day. Anything less is going to throw the system into shock and you'll actually hold onto fat. He's working out vigorously w/ the trainer 2 days a week, mostly strength training/muscle toning. Cardio is 2x a week in addition. Nothing jaw dropping, just movement for at least an hour. He's doing great, has lost 7.6 lbs in one week, and can't wait to get to the point where you add back some variety. That's about 2 weeks away. For now, it's the simple nutrients the body needs. Pushing the reset button. Give him a shout on FB or call him for any questions you might have. Be safe! And press on toward the prize! --Laura
ReplyDeleteI'm going to add something to my dinner to put me around 1400 calories a day. Thanks so much for the feedback! It's great to hear.
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