Added: Dec 2, 2008
From: maxamus1337
Duration: 5:20
The date is October 9th 2008 and this is tape 2 of my weight loss journey. Weight, 238.5lbs.The Apple Plan:I have copied the following information from Novembers Fitness Magazine, I will follow this plan, what do I have to lose? Maybe a little pride!This plan is a little higher in healthy fats and lower in carbs. Heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, found in nuts avocados and olive oil, has been shown to decrease inflammation, which has been linked to disease, while increasing your bodys ability to burn fat. Carbohydrates, even the whole-grain kind, raise insulin levels in the body. Apples are already prone to having high blood precursor to diabetes and heart disease—so they need to watch their carb intake, says Dr. Cochran. She recommends a diet of about 40% carbs, so roughly 600 calories for a woman eating 1,500 daily. Look for fiber-rich, complex carbs, like beans, fruits, veggies and whole grains. Fiber slows the digestion of sugar and lowers insulin and cholesterol levels, Dr. Savard explains.Working out is also crucial because it can rev up your metabolism and increase your calorie burn. Doing a lot of crunches, while great for strengthening ab muscles, isnt going to get rid of any extra inches around your middle. To do that, Dorfman recommends at least 3 cardio sessions a week---running, biking or swimming---to help build lean muscles in your lower muscles in your lower body and balance the top half. Twice a week, do some total-body strength training to help tighten your core and burn flab.Here is a sample menu, hope you enjoy!1,500 calories600 calories from carbohydrates525 calories from fat375 calories from proteinBreakfast:o1 egg, scrambled with ¼ cup spinach and 2 tbs. mozzarella cheese.o1 ounce lean ham (I think I am gonna change this up a little, not a ham fan)o1 slice whole-wheat toast with ½ tsp. margarine made with canola oil (considering margarine is about 1 molecule away from plastic, I am going to stick with butter with the same amount)Snack:o1 small apple (I love golden delicious)o1 tbs. peanut butter (I am going o-natural with the peanut butter)Lunch:oCobb salad: 2 cups mixed greens, ½ tomato, 2 ounces sliced cooked skinless chicken breast, 1 hard-cooked egg, 1/8 avocado, 1 tbs. reduces-fat feta cheese tossed with 2 tbs. reduced-fat Italian dressing (I am going to stick to mostly spinach instead of mixed, switch feta cheese to mozzarella and 3 times a week add a slice of cooked bacon. I have to make it where I will enjoy it yo!)o6 whole-wheat crackersSnack:o1 small pearo1 piece string cheeseDinner:o3-ounce sirloin steak marinated in 1 tbs. each light soy sauce and orange juice and grilled (lets face it, this can be a little pricey, so I am gonna mix with chicken and bake it mostly)o1 small baked potato, with skin, topped with 1 tbs. each light sour cream and chives (ummno chives thank you, and mix that up with sweet potatoes)o½ cup steamed broccoli with 1 tsp. olive oil. (I will also interchange this with a variety of yummy veggies)Dessert:o1 cup light yogurt mixed with 2 tbs. bran cereal and ½ cup frozen blueberries (I think that I am going to make my dessert happen during the day)
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maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - To be honest, just taking baby steps has been so helpful to me. Not just throwing everything on top of well...everything. I have had to adjust my body and mind into realizing that what I was doing was not good for myself and to condition it into the right thing. One person said to me (and it has stayed in my mind) to take a year of your life and just do it. Day by day, week by week and month by month just do it.
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - hahaha!!!! I love it, love it, love it! There are so many of us out there!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Yup, your body is gonna be like a wave, going up and then down. You have to regulate yourself that is what is so great about finally doing it. As for my belly, I love all of me, even the extra bubbly parts...that is why I am doing this. I have realized that I will be a better me (and I think I am pretty good right now!) Thanks for information, I will check out those recipes....
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thanks, attitude seems to be the key. My pastor once said "Your attitude effects your altitude".
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - I will reach them, and it will stay off. Thanks for the wishes!
Therussiancracka Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - You're very cute! I'd say work on loving your body no matter what. That makes it SO much easier to reach your goals. I went from 210 to 140, but learned to accept my body big or small. You get more motivated that way :)
aipyor Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - you can do it. it takes time, but i really believe you have to love yourself first.
ASHANGEL123 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Good luck on your goazl please view my video as well
chinnu40 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Good luck.
CarlieeJonas11 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Good luck love!How tall are you?
mulvihill86 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Good luck ! you can totally do it!!!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thanks Mulvihill86!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thank You Love! My height is 5' 5'' Yowza aye?
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thanks So Much Chinnu40!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - I agree with that completely! You absolutely have to love yourself first. It does take time...I didn't get this way overnight ya know!?
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thanks! Its really hard to have a good self esteme to make anything work like this! It helps when you have so much encouragement such as this! Thanks!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - I CAN DO IT....YES I CAN!!! (Is that trade-marked?) hahhaa
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Well...Thanks TheLordOfShell
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Thanks...the small things help. But I have done too many "small" things for such a long time. I completely agree when it comes to just jumping in. I have been preparing for this for such a stinkin' long time.
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Oh...trust me I know that all too well. My good friend is very fit, we can be doing the same amount on a treadmill, right next to each other and the difference is simply amazing. But I must say, that it is exciting to be able to walk up a flight of stairs and not become so out of breath!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - I agree with when it comes to fitness mags. The funny thing is, everyone is always looking for the answer to weight loss when it is right in front of us. Portion Control & Movement. Its just hard to get the motivation. I must say that having an idea for a plan is a good thing to have. Too many of us use those magazines as bathroom material that its hard to really get any real use out of them. People want to feel like they are making a difference in themselves..
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - It helps when there you realize that there are actual human beings like you who are honest about themselves. Its hard to see how strong we are on the inside, when you tend to be a wee bit "soft" on the outside. Thanks for the encouragement...and Hey! Keep me posted!
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - Cutting carbs...hmm...I believe that I wont be cutting them out completely, just some. Since I am exercising a bit, I want to make sure that I have the energy I need. Carbs can fulfill that. Now, I'm not talkin' about stuffin' my mouth with a buffet of white flour...just moderation.
mamat9302 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - you can do it i`m in the same boat .after having my kids it seems like i let myself go..i`m small boned too.i keep telling my doc i`m large..lol
maxamus1337 Says:
Dec 2, 2008 - You are inspiring as well! Just committing is a huge step. It has been a struggle thus far, but I am staying positive in realizing that I was not meant to have a body this size. Good Luck to you, let me know how it goes...visa vera!