295 sats \ 10 replies \ @JesseJames 11 Aug \ on: The Benefits of Ozempic Are Multiplying science
I'm not a fan of chemicals in your body, I think ones persistence is more important if one really want to achieve something. Stop eating after 6pm and keep that schedule for 30 days, you will see pounds falling off, add a walk once day for 10 min and it will shock you how much that matters. As we grow older (you know who I'm talking to...lol) we keep the same habits of eating, we can't. That need to change. Go back to basic math, calories in, calories out, don't need to count them just be honest with yourself. Eat for lunch whatever heck you want (entire pizza, steak, etc.) but then after 6pm ask your self "Are you hungry?" If yes, eat something small, until you stop being hungry after 6pm. There is no magic pill, or magic shot, you have to work on it. You can take an easy way out of course, but be prepared for consequences, is all I'm saying.
This is true, but also extremely difficult... the mind plays tricks late at night and having family means food is around despite efforts to keep it away. Good runs of the 8-16 rule I've had involve lots of water to help with appetite and going to be dearly before will-power erodes.. which equates to ~9 hours sleep.
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while i agree about taking ownership and accountability for yourself, there are some things that you can't fix with will power alone. diabetics need insulin. people who suffer from severe mental disorders, need meds to regulate their own body's chemicals. I think finding the right balance of both is important. There is no one right way to do things. Finding what works best for you is part of the work you do.
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Yeah I think this is a big deal. This month I am finally putting an end to my late light snacking in an attempt to get more lean. Ten days in and I can feel the difference big time. I look in the mirror and the belly fat is definitely coming off. I always thought I could out train the late night snacks of popcorn, chips, peanut butter and my favorite cookies and chocolate but apparently I can’t. The craving to snack late after dinner is strong it’s just so pleasing after a long day to snack and relax.
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good job @BlokchainB! keep it up!
If i may suggest something that has helped me with that same craving:
- break the habit environment: if you get your cravings while watching tv, maybe you are under stimulated. try doing something else as your decompress from work/life.
- replace the habit with a healthier habit: find something else that helps release dopamine.
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Yeah when I get a craving I chew gum or sip on zero calories sparkling water
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My brother has inspired me to hang from a pull up bar. No pull ups just hang as long as possible. My brother has lost 20 pounds over 2.5 years
His work keeps him active too. He works at a golf driving range
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While you hang, just try do one full pull up, just one. If you can't that's OK, stress to the point where you can't do no more and remember it where that point is. I guarantee in 30 days you will be able to do one full pull up. Make sure you have a proper grip, the width of your shoulders or a tad wider. The point is, don't stress it, slow is fast :-)
I read somewhere that "static weight" (or whatever its called) is way better than fast and repetitive movements. Example is biceps curl , do 5-8 not 5 series of 30-40 but control the weight all the way down, same on the way up, don't swing your back to get it up there, just one slow motion. Find the right weight to do it, for some will be 40 lbs bells for others 15 lbs. If you have the guts to stick to the routine, that is.
I'm talking 5-10 min effort, but the key is do that EVERYDAY. This is naturally not bodybuilder's exercise just overall health and stay fit kinda deal.
Build it into your routine, right after you brush your teeth for example. YMMV of course.
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good job @Bell_curve! keep it up!
@JesseJames makes a good point. a simpler way to look at it is just pushing yourself a little bit more everyday and keep track of the previous progress. small steps forward add up over time. think of it like stacking sats.
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I can’t eat pizza or fast food anymore. Even French fries 🍟 have lost their taste.
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i feel you, i haven't been able to touch fast food in a decade. it turns my stomach sideways. oh wendy's 😭
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