[954Stealth]

Originally Posted by bmwperson

You missed a big part of what low carb is, when you eat low carb foods your body uses fat for energy(ketosis) so you can eat as much as you want, as long as it's low carb food. You can literally have 4 burgers and 2 streaks every day and it's still gonna work.

It's very sustainable since at no point do you go hungry and you slowly add carbs up until you find a good spot. Low carbs=lots of meat=/me happy

If you're eating too much protein then you will not become Ketogenic.
Low carb is just one part of the equation. So is eating more fat.

Here's a very good resource:
http://www.bodyrecomposition.com/the-ketogenic-diet

Also check out the forum at Lyle's site. There's a wealth of both general and highly technical information (this isn't directed towards bmwperson but anyone else)

[ThatGuyMikee]

Originally Posted by Templar

Looks like we have some bull*^$& in this thread... Stupid fads that don't work because nothing is "one size fits all" when it comes to fitness. I bet some of you are "certified" Crossfit instructors too, right?

OP, what were you doing when you were losing weight before? Do it again... Put yourself in a deficit and start working out again. Don't stop working out for two whole months and expect to lose weight, especially after you've already lost some. If/when you hit a plateau, change it up. Workout harder or do something different, maybe something you've never done before. Your body WILL adapt to whatever you're doing and eventually you'll stop losing.

I was 180 before till recently when i stopped boxing and starting eating anything and eerything and shot up to 197, so i never was on a "diet" , back at the gym and gotta get back to 175-180 for a up coming fight

[squishy]

Originally Posted by Templar

Looks like we have some bull*^$& in this thread... Stupid fads that don't work because nothing is "one size fits all" when it comes to fitness. I bet some of you are "certified" Crossfit instructors too, right?

OP, what were you doing when you were losing weight before? Do it again... Put yourself in a deficit and start working out again. Don't stop working out for two whole months and expect to lose weight, especially after you've already lost some. If/when you hit a plateau, change it up. Workout harder or do something different, maybe something you've never done before. Your body WILL adapt to whatever you're doing and eventually you'll stop losing.

X2

Simple. Confuse the body. Same idea to lose weight, same idea to put on muscle mass.

[squishy]

Originally Posted by jeffblue

yes, make sure you eat constantly. helps with cutting calories.

[squishy]

Originally Posted by Marsa

Note to self: Should I really be taking fitness advice from a guy named squishy? hmmm

Haha the name's decieving. I'm 6'5", and 173# (underweight). Lost 83# in 2 months last Summer by following the advice of [some of] these guys, unbelievably, and managed to keep it off, though now I am in bulk mode.

Btw, don't believe me, there's pic in the "Significant Other" thread in there somewhere.

[LastToy]

What I've been doing this year. Avoid sugar spike… try to limit refined carbs and only consume small amount of carbs at a time. Exercise lower body/legs. Fruits are fine but no juice. Big fan of chili.

[jeffblue]

Originally Posted by amyzhou

Firstly I think you must eat breakfast .
Secondly,I suggest you stop eating anyting except drinking water after 16:00 every day and keep doing exercise in the evering.
I have tried this method and my weight went down to 50kg.
I am a girl 165cm 50kg now.

because every dude wants to have the physique of a 5'4" 100lb female...

[ThatGuyMikee]

This thread is helpful but derailed fast lol i am going to do a low carb diet and watch calories , i downloaded the calorie counter app, i have to eat 1800 calories a day to lose a pound and a half a week, but i am a very very picky eater so i will try , also i would like to know, after the gym i have to eat my calories back right?

[jeffblue]

Originally Posted by ThatGuyMikee

This thread is helpful but derailed fast lol i am going to do a low carb diet and watch calories , i downloaded the calorie counter app, i have to eat 1800 calories a day to lose a pound and a half a week, but i am a very very picky eater so i will try , also i would like to know, after the gym i have to eat my calories back right?

skip breakfast. your post workout meal should be your biggest meal, yes. aim for at least 1g of protein per lb of body weight if you can.

[954Stealth]

Skipping breakfast is a good "tool", let's call it. For some people though skipping breakfast makes them more likely to snack on crap. As long as you have that in check you should be good if you take the "no breakfast" route

[w00tw00t]

I've lost 43lb in the last 8 months - down from 205 to 162 (I'm 5'10") I am trying to get to very low fat %. I do extensive rowing and jiu jitsu, with some squash and have followed a very careful diet with calorie counting. it has worked for me.

The key is counting calories (keep it < 1700 cals per day and log everything! I use the 2020lifestyles app) and staying ahead of your hunger. Always eat right before you start feeling hungry.

Breakfast:
8am Protein Shake (MusclePharm Combat - Caisen protein is critical since it keeps you full)

Lunch:
11am - Chicken Salad (About 300 cals), or Turkey Sandwich (400 cals) - Some kind of protein but keep meal less than 400 cals

Snack
3pm - Tall Non Fat Latte and Protein Shake

Dinner
6pm - Keep total meal <400 cals

I can lose 2lb a week as long as my daily caloric intake is <1700 cals.

[ThatGuyMikee]

Originally Posted by w00tw00t

I've lost 43lb in the last 8 months - down from 205 to 162 (I'm 5'10") I am trying to get to very low fat %. I do extensive rowing and jiu jitsu, with some squash and have followed a very careful diet with calorie counting. it has worked for me.

The key is counting calories (keep it < 1700 cals per day and log everything! I use the 2020lifestyles app) and staying ahead of your hunger. Always eat right before you start feeling hungry.

Breakfast:
8am Protein Shake (MusclePharm Combat - Caisen protein is critical since it keeps you full)

Lunch:
11am - Chicken Salad (About 300 cals), or Turkey Sandwich (400 cals) - Some kind of protein but keep meal less than 400 cals

Snack
3pm - Tall Non Fat Latte and Protein Shake

Dinner
6pm - Keep total meal <400 cals

I can lose 2lb a week as long as my daily caloric intake is <1700 cals.

Thats what im going to start, 1700 calorie a day

[jeffblue]

I don't really see th accomplishment in being 160lb at 5'10". That's underweight

[954Stealth]

Originally Posted by jeffblue

I don't really see th accomplishment in being 160lb at 5'10". That's underweight

I think the 43lbs in 8 months was more the highlight there

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by richardbb85

invest in a food scale

I agree with this suggestion 100%. This is where you make real progress.

[v1per]

To lose wait, cardio is important at least 6 times a week. Also read about carb cycling - very good for your body and diet if you understand your required carb in take. Read a lot about body building (natural) - very good information available. If you can afford a GOOD online trainer - chose this option. I know many people who lose a LOT body mass this way.

[v1per]

Also it is useful to eat food 3-4 hours apart, and be HUNGRY after 2 hours after you have food (make confident you take enough nutrients of course).

[GlobalScientist]

Go see a nutritionist. Most gym rats will recommend stuff that will kill you in 20 years. Yes, I had fitness certs for 15 years and that still won't be better than a nutritionist. HINT: find them in hospitals...

[squishy]

Originally Posted by GlobalScientist

Go see a nutritionist. Most gym rats will recommend stuff that will kill you in 20 years. Yes, I had fitness certs for 15 years and that still won't be better than a nutritionist. HINT: find them in hospitals...

Hmm, nutrition is nutrition, not rocket science. Maybe it's just me, but I see labels like "nutritionist" referring to a completely useless and wasteful resource.

Read about nutrition yourself, no need to see a nutritionist.

[Finmysta]

This is what Lebron James used to shed pounds but kept all his muscle for this season.... "Garcinia Cambogia" Quickly Lose Weight, Suppress Appetite, and Boost Energy... Even has Dr. Oz approval ....

[GlobalScientist]

http://www.human.cornell.edu/dns/index.cfm

Yes. Nutrition is a science.

[wisesoul]

It's simple. Weight loss is just Calories In<Calories out. Adjust your protein/fat macros to minimize muscle loss during your deficit.

First establish your current daily expenditure of calories (numerous sites online can calculate your maintenance calories, find a ballpark estimate), slice it by 4-500, and be consistent. Buy some measuring cups and a food scale. Log what you eat in a diary, such as the myfitnesspal app, and you are set for sustainable weight loss.