So my one week results did not change in week 2. There are a few reasons for this. The main one would be that I failed to stick to the nutrition plan calorie recommendations!!! It could have been the 6 servings of pistachios I consumed on day 8 instead of 1 serving. It could have been the P90X bars I added to the food list that probably contained a LOT more sugar than the "none" I was supposed to have...I DID keep dairy out (except for 1 tbsp of half and half a day in my coffee), I DID keep my carbs intake very low, and I did eat plenty of healthy protein and vegetables!!! I DID keep out fruits too! I did learn a lot as well!
This mama needs some carbs to keep her sanity :) I still haven't figured out where exactly they need to go but in the last 2 days I think I have made up for the carbs I cut out in the past two weeks! Surprise...I am human just like all of the rest of you!!! I also enjoy an occasional glass of wine. Yes, I understand that these are empty calories and can have a backward effect on weight control, BUT loss of my sanity can have a more backward effect ;)
I also learned that despite the high calories in nuts, they don't seem to have a detrimental effect on my weight like excessive carb eating does!!! So as long as I measure out my serving and don't go back for 5 servings, I can continue my relationship with these lovely morsels!!!
Fruit! I know I ate too much dried fruit in trail mix which is very high in concentrated sugar. I definitely will add fresh fruit back! I was craving apples and pears, so as a morning snack...perfect! Berries in my Shakeology or oatmeal...great!
Unless you are going for a quick fix, dramatic drop or have TONS of weight to lose you need to consider how reasonable the changes are that you are making and if you are going to be able to sustain them! How are these changes effecting not only you, but also your family!!! Planning is always great. Making meals that work for everyone will make your life easier and will probably make the rest of your family healthier if you are keeping your nutrition in mind as you prepare! There are so many great resources available for healthy family recipes, you just have to look and sometimes buy a few new ingredients. There are also great resources on the Beachbody site! Join me and I will help you find some choices that will work for you and your family!!!
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Monday, November 16, 2009
Why aren't you seeing any results?
I know why I'm not seeing instant results...it would be my love affair with food! I have a nice balance right now of hard exercise and healthy eating...but ice cream, red wine and chocolate are never too far away!!! In one sense it is OK. My weight is stable, my clothes fit and I feel good...BUT I would still like to tone out my mid section and lose a little of my lower booty so my new pants aren't quite as snug. It is time to cut out back on my treats until I reach some goals I think...then I can add them back in moderation!
Now why aren't YOU seeing results?
How is your food intake? Is there a time of day when your resistence is low? Are you eating three solid meals a day or cutting back so much that you are STARVING by the end of the day and end up eating enough for 4 people? Experts are recommending we eat 5-6 times a day to keep our metabolism active at all times. 3 meals and 2-3 snacks. The hard part about that is cutting back on each meal a bit so our calorie intake stays the same when we add in the snacks. and DON'T FORGET BREAKFAST!!!
Are you drinking enough water? Water gets everything moving in our body, it helps us feel fuller, and it is so much better for you than soda, diet soda, juice, coffee...carry a bottle with you all day long!
Are you really exercising? Unless you have an injury, are just starting on your exercise journey or are cooling down, there is no reason to be walking on the treadmill and watching TV! If you want to lose you need to MOVE! Running, pushing hard on the elliptical, riding a bike with high resistance...there are lots of ways to do it. In order to make it fun though you really need to mix it up. Have you tried any classes at the gym? TurboKick would be my favorite cardio-works the core, great music, fun moves...but spinning is another great one for cardio. A PUMP class for weight lifting. A cross training class with weights and cardio is awesome...keep the heart rate up to get even more fat burning going on and you don't usually lift as long for each set so you can go HEAVY!!! When you work though you need to work HARD! Work up a sweat, go so hard you are panting...if you start getting light headed slow down, but kick it up again when you can. Your muscles are supposed to burn when you are lifting, just work through it and you will be rewarded with stronger muscles.--You will quickly learn the difference between a muscle burn and PAIN! Pain is bad...stop what you are doing and make sure your form is correct and ask for help!
Ask yourself these questions when you feel the need to rest---Am I about to pass out? Have I seen anyone else pass out who is doing the same exercise as me? Can I keep going a little bit longer? The answers are probably No, No and Yes!!!!!
The harder you work out in the time you have the more results you will see....I promise you! As long as you don't have two bowls of ice cream for dessert to celebrate of course ;)
Now why aren't YOU seeing results?
How is your food intake? Is there a time of day when your resistence is low? Are you eating three solid meals a day or cutting back so much that you are STARVING by the end of the day and end up eating enough for 4 people? Experts are recommending we eat 5-6 times a day to keep our metabolism active at all times. 3 meals and 2-3 snacks. The hard part about that is cutting back on each meal a bit so our calorie intake stays the same when we add in the snacks. and DON'T FORGET BREAKFAST!!!
Are you drinking enough water? Water gets everything moving in our body, it helps us feel fuller, and it is so much better for you than soda, diet soda, juice, coffee...carry a bottle with you all day long!
Are you really exercising? Unless you have an injury, are just starting on your exercise journey or are cooling down, there is no reason to be walking on the treadmill and watching TV! If you want to lose you need to MOVE! Running, pushing hard on the elliptical, riding a bike with high resistance...there are lots of ways to do it. In order to make it fun though you really need to mix it up. Have you tried any classes at the gym? TurboKick would be my favorite cardio-works the core, great music, fun moves...but spinning is another great one for cardio. A PUMP class for weight lifting. A cross training class with weights and cardio is awesome...keep the heart rate up to get even more fat burning going on and you don't usually lift as long for each set so you can go HEAVY!!! When you work though you need to work HARD! Work up a sweat, go so hard you are panting...if you start getting light headed slow down, but kick it up again when you can. Your muscles are supposed to burn when you are lifting, just work through it and you will be rewarded with stronger muscles.--You will quickly learn the difference between a muscle burn and PAIN! Pain is bad...stop what you are doing and make sure your form is correct and ask for help!
Ask yourself these questions when you feel the need to rest---Am I about to pass out? Have I seen anyone else pass out who is doing the same exercise as me? Can I keep going a little bit longer? The answers are probably No, No and Yes!!!!!
The harder you work out in the time you have the more results you will see....I promise you! As long as you don't have two bowls of ice cream for dessert to celebrate of course ;)
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