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Goal: To Lose 195 Lbs and Keep it Off...

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MikeInPdx:
...that's pretty simple. I was in a relationship, unhappy, and ate to compensate. After 6 years, it looks like I swallowed an inflatable raft and gave the cord a tug on the way down the hatch.

Now I'm single, much happier, and I want to get back to being myself again and maybe resembling my old self. So, I am watching what I eat....not adding fat or sugar to anything I cook, watching the carbs, and moving as much as I can (about 50-60 minutes of moderate walking per day).

Any suggestions or encouragement or criticisms are appreciated! :)

Thanks,
Mike

Polarbear:
Swimming is a great way to get in shape. And also, try a team sport like soccer! That way there is no excuse if you ever feel like giving up, because your team depends on you. And you will make a ton of new friends :)

Razor X:
Portion control is the key.  Plan out your meals ahead of time and write down everything you eat.  Make sure you have a couple of small, healthy snacks throughout the day.  Don't skip meals and don't go too long in between meals, because it plays havoc with your metabolism.  That's where the snacks come in -- to keep your metabolism burning at a more or less steady rate throughout the day.  Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water a day.

Also, make sure you have realistic goals.  195 pounds is a lot to lose and it's going to take a while to get there.  Setting some attainable intermediate goals will help keep you motivated.

Good luck and let us know how you make out.

marty22:
good luck and keep us informed.

MikeInPdx:

--- Quote from: Razor X on May 12, 2010, 05:38:19 PM ---Also, make sure you have realistic goals.  195 pounds is a lot to lose and it's going to take a while to get there.  Setting some attainable intermediate goals will help keep you motivated.

Good luck and let us know how you make out.
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I understand that....my first goal is 36 pounds....10%......that's what I need to reduce to substantially improve my health.   And I'm motivated this time; I had a heart attack at 38 and bypass, and a heart attack from complications during recovery. That second heart attack took a lot of the steam outta me.

Like you also mentioned, I've been good about the portion control too. I have type 2 diabetes (surprise surprise at my weight  ::)) so I do stick to consistent meals now.  I wouldn't mind doing some kind of team activity after I get more weight off; right now, the walking is getting things going in the right direction.....I had 215 pounds to start with. :)

I will keep you all posted. Thanks for making this section...it's nice to check in and be accountable.

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