AF Biggest Loser/Fitness Challenge-May 3 to Whenever We're Not Fat Anymore

[Astreja]

The odd weight swings continue -- Went to bed in the low 230s, woke up at just over 226 (actual numbers on an index card at home). Had a fairly low-carb supper, a small piece of New York steak plus a small glass of white wine. I had also spent nearly two hours shoveling snow yesterday evening, so I suspect that had a role in it too.

Probably a lot of fluid fluctuations going on here.

[Shell B]

Definitely fluids. Simply urinating causes me to lose 1+ pounds every time.

[Jenny A]

The odd weight swings continue -- Went to bed in the low 230s, woke up at just over 226 (actual numbers on an index card at home).  Had a fairly low-carb supper, a small piece of New York steak plus a small glass of white wine.  I had also spent nearly two hours shoveling snow yesterday evening, so I suspect that had a role in it too.

Probably a lot of fluid fluctuations going on here.

When I first began this diet I weighed myself at night and I the morning.  I always weighed less in the morning.  Not four pounds less, but less.  I stopped weighing myself at night because that measurement was all over the map.  I'm pretty sure I was weighing how much I had for dinner and when I last had a glass of water.

Now I weigh myself every morning nude just before I shower.  That's roughly the same time five days a week.  But on Saturday and Sunday I miraculously weigh less because I slept in a couple hours.  It's just that much more food and lquid gone.

[c172]

Fuck you, Easter Bunny.

[Joods]

So I downloaded the MyFitnessPal ap on my phone yesterday.

I ate 808 out of 1240 calories yesterday. Got a warning when I closed out the diary for the day that not eating enough calories can still hurt you.

I know this. I have a problem. I'm fat and I don't like it. I don't like eating a whole lot.

I'll work on it today.

[Shell B]

I like MFP. I also like the LoseIt app. Either one works.

[Jackalope]

I like MFP. I also like the LoseIt app. Either one works.

^^^

I used LoseIt and really loved it but MFP is what is compatible with my Garmin fitness tracker so I use it now. I don't like it as much but it is still a very good app.

I have found that I have the best results when I log food and exercise.

@Joods I believe it warns for me when I eat less than 1200 calories. It's my understanding that it's ok to eat less for relatively short periods of time. I rarely eat all the calories that I'm allowed as well, I'm usually 300-400 under my target. If I need to tack on some more calories, a couple of low carb protein shakes or a two egg omelet with 1 oz of cheese is a good way to do it. ~350 calories if you use a only a teaspoon of butter + PAM to lube the pan. Very Atkins and Keto friendly if that's your thing.

[Shell B]

I'm rarely that far below my calorie intake. I'm jealous.

A baked sweet potato has some good calories in it too, if you have time to cook it.

[Jackalope]

One small meal per day (~30% of my budget, two smaller meals on weekends), and I round out the rest with Premier Protein shakes.

High protein = I get full. 30 grams of protein every 3 hours or so works for me. I rarely need to eat the extra calories I earn from exercise.

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I am really starting to feel the weight loss in my gut and ample love handles - and I don't need to wear tall sizes to cover my gut any more. I'm *this* close to having my old XXL shirts and jackets fitting properly.

[Shell B]

I find I have to snack throughout the day to combat boredom while I work. Therefore, my "meals" are generally around 200 calories, except for dinner. I have breakfast, lunch, an afternoon snack, dinner and then snacks in whatever amount of calories I have left after dinner. I was doing smoothie protein shakes, but realized I was getting way too much sugar from fruit that way. I can't stand protein shakes without the fruit, though.