Fitness Tips

[Doyle]

Celery, no peanut butter or cottage cheese. Just plain celery.

Dill pickles are also good for a late night craving and will give you a salt fix. 0 calories.

[Cat]

I've never eaten 24, maybe 15 or 16... but I haven't been to B-dubs in over a year...  I miss it, but I don't miss the calories and fat.

 

24 hot wings and WWE Raw, wow that seems really redneck.

[Cat]

Dill pickles are also good for a late night craving and will give you a salt fix. 0 calories.

 

I do eat those many nights.

[*FreeFua*]

Most important thing is to eat healthy.

[Johnny Rockets]

It's definitely easy to eat out of boredom that's why I started smoking again. Dropped those 20lbs that I gained when I quit smoking real quick.

 

I know what you are all thinking......and yes I am definitely a borderline genius.

[Darth Biscuit]

It's definitely easy to eat out of boredom that's why I started smoking again. Dropped those 20lbs that I gained when I quit smoking real quick.

 

I know what you are all thinking......and yes I am definitely a borderline genius.

 

 

You better stop that poo or we're all gonna come kill you before those cigarettes do.

[88 Bronco]

It's definitely easy to eat out of boredom that's why I started smoking again. Dropped those 20lbs that I gained when I quit smoking real quick.

 

I know what you are all thinking......and yes I am definitely a borderline genius.

 

That is a completely different nightmare.

[*FreeFua*]

24 hot wings and WWE Raw, wow that seems really redneck.

lol!!! bout as redneck as it gets

[4Corners]

To piggyback off yesterday's myth topic. I am making a topic to give people some tips to a healthier existence. 

 

Tip 1: Make realistic measurable goals with deadlines. Then tell someone who will hold you accountable

 

There is no point in making lifestyle changes without establishing how you will determine what you are striving towards. "I want to be skinny, lose weight, get stronger, or look better are all qualitative goals. How do you measure any of that? You do that by setting qualitative goals. Instead of "I want to look better" go with "I want to lose 10 lbs before the June." The realistic part is also important. You will not go from morbidly obese to underwear model overnight without surgery. Telling someone else will make you feel compelled to keep pushing so you don't look like you have failed. Seriously, if you don't set goals, why bother?

 

Tip 2: Drink water

 

Give up your naturally and artificially sweetened drinks and replace it with water. If you have to have caffeine, black coffee or unsweetened tea are your best options. There are countless studies that dissect the benefits of giving up sweetened drinks. Your metabolism slows down when you are dehydrated, if you are thirsty you are already behind the power curve, and sometimes thirst manifests as hunger pangs. Also, restaurants usually don't charge for water.

 

Tips 3: Learn the difference between hunger and boredom

 

Boredom can lead you to think you are hunger. Before you go for a snack, play a game on your phone, read a book, engage your brain somehow. Hell, go drink some water. Worst case scenario, you will have to go pee.

 

Tip 4: Use smaller serving plates. 

 

A large plate makes people think they need more food, so you get more than you might need. Also, don't be afraid of leaving food on your plate. Your mom and dad won't kick your ass over it. Also, here's an interesting pic

 

 

 

Tip 5: Track everything

 

If your goal is to lose weight, you want to consume about 200 to 300 less calories than you body needs to maintain its current condition. If you want to be stronger, you need to consume about 500 more calories than your body needs to maintain itself. There are a plethora of calculators available that will help you determine your caloric needs. Use them.

 

I originally went to school to try and be a dietitian or nutritionist - I'm not working in that industry now - but if anyone here wants to lose weight; just do these things:

 

Watch what you eat and run - ease up on the sugar, beer, empty calories, and ease up on the carbs.

 

You may not look like brad cooper with your shirt off but at least you'll be comfortable with your self when pool season starts. 

[SmokinwithWilly]

Biggest problem I had when I started eating better was I found I needed more foods that were crunchy. Pickles are my favorite late night snack, but I love vinegar and that just makes it even better. I can't stand celery, so that's no good. I usually snack smaller when I eat crunchy food. For some reason I feel like I'm eating more, even though I'm eating less. Could have to do with taking more time to chew.

[pstall]

Eat some kind of beans every day.

 

crowder peas give you the best..uhh..bang for your buck.

 

only 200mg of sodium yet 10g of fiber.

 

 

add to this list to really really really watch your salt intake

[MichaelNewtonII]

To piggyback off yesterday's myth topic. I am making a topic to give people some tips to a healthier existence.

Tip 1: Make realistic measurable goals with deadlines. Then tell someone who will hold you accountable

There is no point in making lifestyle changes without establishing how you will determine what you are striving towards. "I want to be skinny, lose weight, get stronger, or look better are all qualitative goals. How do you measure any of that? You do that by setting qualitative goals. Instead of "I want to look better" go with "I want to lose 10 lbs before the June." The realistic part is also important. You will not go from morbidly obese to underwear model overnight without surgery. Telling someone else will make you feel compelled to keep pushing so you don't look like you have failed. Seriously, if you don't set goals, why bother?

Tip 2: Drink water

Give up your naturally and artificially sweetened drinks and replace it with water. If you have to have caffeine, black coffee or unsweetened tea are your best options. There are countless studies that dissect the benefits of giving up sweetened drinks. Your metabolism slows down when you are dehydrated, if you are thirsty you are already behind the power curve, and sometimes thirst manifests as hunger pangs. Also, restaurants usually don't charge for water.

Tips 3: Learn the difference between hunger and boredom

Boredom can lead you to think you are hunger. Before you go for a snack, play a game on your phone, read a book, engage your brain somehow. Hell, go drink some water. Worst case scenario, you will have to go pee.

Tip 4: Use smaller serving plates.

A large plate makes people think they need more food, so you get more than you might need. Also, don't be afraid of leaving food on your plate. Your mom and dad won't kick your ass over it. Also, here's an interesting pic

Tip 5: Track everything

If your goal is to lose weight, you want to consume about 200 to 300 less calories than you body needs to maintain its current condition. If you want to be stronger, you need to consume about 500 more calories than your body needs to maintain itself. There are a plethora of calculators available that will help you determine your caloric needs. Use them.

What about gaining mass? Im trying to gain 20lb in the next 6-7 months

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[88 Bronco]

What about it, is that reasonable? Depending upon your physiology, current fitness level, and dedication, it's not unrealistic. If you are years into training, it will be harder. If you want to get big, eat clean and lift heavy.

[MichaelNewtonII]

What about it, is that reasonable? Depending upon your physiology, current fitness level, and dedication, it's not unrealistic. If you are years into training, it will be harder. If you want to get big, eat clean and lift heavy.

It's realistic. I work out every day. Especially on my legs for basketball and high jump