Welcome Brandy and Anne. Please share your favorite way to get out of slump when your body starts getting used to its weight. I think most dieters find the pounds fall off quicker when they are making dramatic changes to their diets. Thanks for sharing.
Really ramping up the exercise is helpful for losing those last few pounds.
Hi! I'm so happy to find this group! I finished Jillian Michaels' Dietbet last month and just joined another for the coming month. I just joined a StepBet today, too. StepBet is new to me, but seems like it will force me to add another 20 min or so of walking to meet my daily goals, which can only help with my DietBet goal :) My goal is to hold myself accountable daily for the duration of this DietBet, which led me to check out the groups and find this one!
Eating fiber can help you fill up. Read labels to help maximize the amount of fiber you eat in pasta and bread. Whole wheat varieties usually have more fiber than white varieties, but even brands of whole wheat products can vary in fiber content. Beans and flaxseed are other good sources of fiber. Share your favorite high fiber treats.
Try some new exercises to keep your body from getting in a rut.
Monday... Try working out with weights
Tuesday.., Take a long walk.
Wedsnesday... Do weight resistance using your body as weight.
Thursday... Work out aerobically with a rowing machine, efx, or treadmill.
Friday... Play tennis, do the same activity as your toddler for an hour (if you have one...not napping or eating though), or choose an exercise video of your choice.
Monday... Try working out with weights
Tuesday.., Take a long walk.
Wedsnesday... Do weight resistance using your body as weight.
Thursday... Work out aerobically with a rowing machine, efx, or treadmill.
Friday... Play tennis, do the same activity as your toddler for an hour (if you have one...not napping or eating though), or choose an exercise video of your choice.
Here is an article about ways to alleviate plateaus. The overall idea is to surprise your body by making changes in exercise, calorie counts, and food. http://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/features/10-ways-to-move-beyond-a-weight-loss-plateau#1
I'm not sure how many people only have a little to lose. Whether you have lost a lot to join this group or just want to lose a size, I am hoping this group can share tips for staying motivated when you don't have a lot to lose. Sometimes your body gets used to diet and exercise, so weight loss slows down. Other times, you may not be as careful because you are not that unhappy with your appearance. In fact, friends may say you look great. Please introduce yourself if you join.