sarah.anne Posted February 4, 2016 Report Share Posted February 4, 2016 So I wasn't sure if this is where I should start, because I've had Nerd Fitness for about a year and I tried it, and failed miserably at sticking with it, so I guess this is technically a respawn? I did track and cross country all 4 years in high school, (about 6 years ago from graduation) and I took a year off, then did it again for a year or 2 at a junior college. Since then I've stopped consistently working out like I used to. I've tried several workout plans and "diets" and nothings worked, I end up fizzling out. So I thought Nerd Fitness would be great because it's so focused on small changes over time. But my dilemma is that I won't see the changes as quickly as I'd like, and I think my motivation just dies. So I thought about trying the 6 week program, but I feel like I'll just fizzle out on that too.... plus it's against the normal nerd fitness philosophy. I guess what I'm looking for is advice on what I should do? I'm super lost on the meal planning and nutrition, because I've never had to really think about what I eat because I'd just work it off at practice the next day. Maybe I need a coach again? I just can't afford things like a personal trainer =\ I'm also in need of motivation advice. Sorry for the long rant/explanation, any help is appreciated Quote Link to comment
fitnessgurl Posted February 5, 2016 Report Share Posted February 5, 2016 You could try switching from a dinner plate to a salad plate so you're eating smaller portions. Quote L3 Human Ranger/Assassin Str. 6 Dex. 2 Sta. 1 Con. 12 Wis. 8 Cha. 3 https://www.nerdfitness.com/character/58014 Motto: Where there is life, there is hope. Soli Deo Gloria Link to comment
Raincloak Posted February 10, 2016 Report Share Posted February 10, 2016 Are you still in college? If so, go to the fitness center and ask for help. They probably have free or cheap coaching. NF has nothing against 6-week programs, so if you want to try one, then try it. What we're not into is LIMITING your fitness focus to 6 weeks, because you're going to be living in your body the rest of your life, and thinking "I'll diet/work out for 6 weeks and then stop" is just going to lead to grief. So instead you should be thinking "I'll start with a 6-week program and then incorporate the lessons I learn into a longer term plan." 1 Quote Every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future. Hylian Assassin 5'5", 143 lbs. Half-marathon: 3:02It is pitch dark. You are likely to be eaten by a grue. Link to comment
TheGreyJedi-Ranger Posted February 12, 2016 Report Share Posted February 12, 2016 Raincloak makes a good point on the programs. I've considered doing a 21 day fix when I can afford it, then start incorporating it into my daily choices. In regards to food:-Try to eat as little processed food as possible. This is going to be affected, obviously, if you're still in school and on whether you have access to a kitchen. But the more things you can eat that are minimally processed, the better. -Cut soda and calorie heavy drinks. Many people keep tea/coffee but make them low-no calorie by cutting out most or all sugar and cream/milk. -Eat plenty of Veggies and protein In regards to working out:-Start running again-Find a new workout that you LOVE Motivation- Try a 4 week challenge. You pick 3 goals (ex: drink only water, Eat a veggie with one meal/day, 2 workouts/week) and try to stick with them for 4 weeks. Then you usually tend to turn them into habits and build on top of them. Those goals can be as small as you'd like- make them feasible. This way you can look back and realize that less caffeine has helped you sleep or more water has helped your headaches or that you're getting closer to your best run time again. Just don't look for your progress in your weight only! Quote Grey Jedi Ranger Jedi Becomes Her Own Hero Jedi Battle Log “Keep Calm, Carry On, and Don't Freeze Up!” - Oboro Shirakumo (Loud Cloud), My Hero Academia Vigilantes Challenges: #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12. #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, #19, #20, #21, #22, #23, #24, #25, #26, #27, #28, #29, #30, #31, #32, #33, #34, #35, #36, #37, #38, #39, #40, #41, #42, #43, #44, #45, #46, #47, #48, #49, #50, #51, #52, #53, #54, #55, #56, #57, #58, #59, #60, #61, #62, #63 Link to comment
Oh Beep Posted February 13, 2016 Report Share Posted February 13, 2016 Sounds like you may need something or someone to keep you accountable - a cheaper alternative to a PT/coach. For me it was a Fitbit. I'm a stats junkie, so I HAD to hit those goals on the Fitbit. For others its an accountability buddy, there is a section in the forums aimed at helping people find one if you have no one who would fit the bill at home. I used the fitbit to keep me accountable for exercise - hit those steps, burn those calories etc. Also for diet - aiming to hit a deficit every day. With the diet I initially didn't worry too much about what I was eating, just more on how much. Once I'd sorted the quantity, then I focused on the quality of the food. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't eating McDonalds and things like that, but I knew I could clean the diet up some. I also took baby steps. Even before reading NF and becoming a member of the Academy, I would walk in the evenings. Every day, just walk. For me that was HARD at first and at times I just got sick of it - but soon re-found my motivation when I was dropping sizes in clothes. Not saying the fitbit is the solution for you, but some sort of accountability method might be. Quote Link to comment
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