Comments on: 21 Days to Make a Habit: Work Out!

By: Aly

Aly — Tue, 25 May 2010 16:23:46 +0000

This is a great idea! I had no idea it took 21 days.. all of a sudden 21 days seem like a LONG time to stick to. I’m right there with you.

By: A Jill of All Trades

A Jill of All Trades — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 05:19:25 +0000

OK! I want to see you succeed and I’m here to support you. I am not one to beat around the bush; I’m a pretty direct and honest person.
I don’t think Lean Cuisines will help you in the beginning. If you are used to consuming larger amounts of food than what’s in that box (at one sitting) then you are going to struggle in the beginning. You are still going to be hungry and this will lead you to eating more to satiate that hunger.
I’m no expert, but I have studied nutrition and I used to teach myself how to train properly as far as exercising goes.
My suggestion would be to take things like ham sandwiches on wheat bread (add tomatoes, lettuce and cheese for additional protein, dairy and vegetables), some fruit on the side and some kind of vegetable. Have additional fruit in case you are still hungry. Count your calories now and slowly wean yourself from that by lowering your caloric intake day by day. Your body will adjust easier. You still need enough calories(=energy) to help you carry the additional weight. If you are going to be really busy, eat extra carbs in the morning to fuel yourself. They are good as long as you use that energy. Have healthy snack bars, trail mix, fruit, whatever in between meals.
Or, if you have the time and the means, you could have 5 smaller meals a day. This helps keep you fueled and keep you from getting really hungry in between meals. It’s what I do and believe me it feels better. I never feel stuffed or like I could eat a horse before meal times.
These are just suggestions that might help you. Just don’t overwhelm yourself….like you said, take it one day at a time.

By: Erin

Erin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:03:21 +0000

I love that quote! Kind of kicks ya in the butt. It’s what I need! A kick in the dang butt. Good luck, girl! You’ve inspired me!

By: Brittney

Brittney — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:46:00 +0000

LOL how funny, I always repeat that to myself: “It takes 21 days to make or break a habit..”… and then I totally go eat cookies. :/

By: Katie

Katie — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:58:44 +0000

Good luck! :)

By: Chelsea Talks Smack

Chelsea Talks Smack — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 01:28:30 +0000

hahaha love the skinny bitch quote. you can do it lady! xo!

By: jamie

jamie — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 19:20:04 +0000

I’m feeling the same way. This year I WILL lose weight.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 04:30:34 +0000

Good luck Stephanie! I know you can do it! I’ve lost 33 lbs. in the last 4 months eating healthier and working out every other day. Cliff has also lost 22 pounds just by eating healthier with me and he is down to drinking one soda a day. He switched to iced tea. I use weight watchers online for their healthy recipes and also kraft foods has some too. I still have a lot more to lose but I’m staying motivated. I got a punching bag for xmas which I love and I can take out my aggression on (remember I have a teenager). I will be cheering you on and following your blog :) Hugs, Melissa

By: Amy --- Just A Titch

Amy --- Just A Titch — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 04:12:43 +0000

I am right there with you, girl! This is probably my biggest goal in 2010—get skinny! I’ll be cheering you on…

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 03:46:24 +0000

Good luck to you! I am trying to get back on the healthy wagon after the holidays so I’m right there with you!