Author Topic: DDF Weight Loss Challenge (Read 70956 times)

i'm in it to win it. being behind a week doesn't excite me. now if it was a "hit your goals and split the pot" type competition vs "winner take all" I would join.

ShlockDoc · « **Reply #147 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:03:01 PM »

Payment sent. I'm coming home from an all inclusive resort on Sunday night so it's perfect timing!

Ergel · « **Reply #148 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:05:33 PM »

I thought we were getting rid of the daily weigh in?

wayfe · « **Reply #149 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:12:28 PM »

Be careful when reading labels- sugar can hide in many forms!

wayfe · « **Reply #150 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:16:03 PM »

Quote from: Ergel on December 24, 2015, 01:05:33 PM

I thought we were getting rid of the daily weigh in?

It'll be optional, but I think just for accountability it must be done at least once a week

wayfe · « **Reply #151 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:16:32 PM »

Pot is up to $100!

You want to get in this!

Venilla · « **Reply #152 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:32:38 PM »

My first time using PayPal, Do I select "pay for goods and services" or "send money to friends and family"?

David Smith · « **Reply #153 on:** December 24, 2015, 01:34:12 PM »

Quote from: Venilla on December 24, 2015, 01:32:38 PM

My first time using PayPal, Do I select "pay for goods and services" or "send money to friends and family"?

Family and friends, and use bank account add finding source, otherwise receiver loses 2.9% +$0.30.

wayfe · « **Reply #154 on:** December 27, 2015, 11:30:45 AM »

Last chance to get in on a group who will join you, support you, commiserate with you, and if necessary goad you on your journey towards a healthier lifestyle!

Super Speed · « **Reply #155 on:** December 27, 2015, 01:30:21 PM »

Joined!

ygygold · « **Reply #156 on:** December 27, 2015, 01:31:06 PM »

What are we eating tonight?

wayfe · « **Reply #157 on:** December 27, 2015, 03:37:18 PM »

Pot is up to $140!

Think we can make it to $200?

wayfe · « **Reply #158 on:** December 27, 2015, 04:14:31 PM »

So we start tomorrow!

First thing- weigh yourself. Even though you're still young and you've got an awesome memory, record the weight. Write it down, put into an app like MyFitnessPal or using the Health app most smartphones come with. If you don't write it down, you might forget (you are human, after all) the exact number or get confused as each day's numbers add up. You might also find it inspiring later on to look at the downward trend you've created!

It's also worth it to take down your measurements. That way if your fat loss is showing itself as muscle gain and isnt easily recognizable on the scale- you won't be frustrated.

A good way to start you day is following the "30 in 30" rule. That's 30g of protein within 30 minutes of waking.

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Here's why:
1. Eating protein first decreases your white carbohydrate cravings, which in the morning aren’t usually ideal carbs. Do you often crave a bagel, toast, or donuts in the morning? Wouldn’t it be great to kick that habit?

2. While you sleep, your body is doing a ton of maintenance, and part of that means it dips into your fat stores. When you give your body sugar in the morning, it’ll burn the sugar instead. I don’t know about you, but I prefer continued fat loss.

http://www.findingmyfitness.com/2014/03/the-truth-about-30g-protein-within-30-minutes-of-waking/

Try 2-3 whole eggs, a can of tuna, some beans or 4 tablespoons of (no sugar added) peanut or almond butter. Or a mix of some of those. Or eat some leftover chicken. Or put the leftover chicken into an omelette...

You get the idea.

wayfe · « **Reply #159 on:** December 27, 2015, 05:06:05 PM »

The best way to stick to any plan is to be prepared.

Make sure to plan your meals ahead so that when you get hungry you know what to do instead of just finding the closest thing edible.

Some great snacks to have on hand:
nuts
crunchy veggies
beef jerky (make sure there's no added sugar)
no sugar added nut butters (sweet, and so satisfying)

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