Sam your resolution is the number one resolution made. A lot of people struggle with the extra poundage from the holidays and life in general. I have struggled with this issue all of my life. Or so it seems. But I know that you can do this...I am evidence that God can change your desires for your food choices and turn those desires into something that honors Him.
Once you have acknowledged that you have some pounds to drop, the next step is to start writing down what you eat. EVERYTHING!! You will be amazed about how much intake you will record. I know I was.
Here's a link that might help you with some weight loss informaiton. Spark People has some helpful tips and a weight tracker that will help you. There is an exercise tracker there too and that will help you log the time spent playing basketball and tennis. Exercise is a key element in losing the weight too.
Another thing that was helpful to me was dropping the pop and drinking more water. The more water you drink the more you will crave. I wouldn't have believed that either unless I tried it for myself. It really works.
Always be prepared to have healthy snacks on hand. It does take a little time to always cook fresh, but remember you are worth it. You are doing something good for yourself.
Two years ago I started the process of losing weight. Brent and I competed in the Total Fitness Challenge contest and led teams with healthy eating tips and exercise. After the contest I continued to lose weight for a total of 85 pounds to date. I still want to lose another 30 pounds and that is my resolution for this year. I encourage you in your efforts, if I can do it, anyone can.
Here's me after the Total Fitness Challenge was over, having lost around 20lbs. (I am the one wearing the OSU shirt, Brent McCoy is on the right.)
Here's me today...85 lbs loss.
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Hey Sam,
I've lost about 25 lbs since I started actually trying to lose weight. I've always been a workout guy, but I also ate anything and everything I wanted. For me, I limited myself to 1 plate of food per meal. That was the toughest thing, especially when it came to Chinese food! Be patient, be focused and you can do it, my friend.
-Brent
Good luck Sam!! Since April I have lost nearly 50 pounds through just changing my diet and eating habits. I started at 230 and am now down to a little over 180.
Here are some tips from what I learned:
1. Eat slowly. It takes 20 minutes for your brain to realize there is food in your belly. Most people eat so fast they OVER-EAT before their brains realize that food is even there.
2. Don't let the clock dictate your eating schedule. Don;t eat just because it's "breakfast time" or whatever. Let your body tell you when you're hungry and don't eat before then.
3. Drink plenty of liquids (water is best, of course). Hydrated cells burn fat better.
I know people may disagree with some of what I've said. All i know is that this is what the health program my company sponsored taught me and it has worked wonders for me....
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