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| Weight Loss | Obese to Healthy in 4.5 Months | Oct 30 2009 19:26 (UTC) |
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Cello, congratulations!!! That really is incredible!!! You are always so positive and nice here on CC, I might add :) You're a great asset to this website and you're proof that healthy weight loss is very attainable!! yay for yoU!!! :) |
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| Young Calorie Counters | Sleeping in late? | Oct 30 2009 03:38 (UTC) |
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Folkharpist, I think Chrissy's point is that every now and then it's okay to eat unhealthy. If it's late and you're too tired to cook something healthy, eating two apple pies from McDonald's certainly isn't the best choice, but at least it's better than starving yourself. If you find yourself getting into a habit of doing this often, then obviously you need to reassess your diet. But if this happens say once every other week, I really don't see the problem. I am all for natural, whole, organic foods. But somedays I just can't eat natural food, whether because I'm traveling and eating at a guest's house and don't want to be rude or simply because I'm too tired to cook. |
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| Fitness | Marathon, Am I over estimatig my abilities?? | Oct 29 2009 16:36 (UTC) |
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Original Post by dplatzer: I started running in January and training I think in June (it was an 18 week schedule). Yeah, I bet if I had been a runner before I may have done fine with just a 20 mile run as my longest run during training. I think being sick also had something to do with it, too. |
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| The Lounge | Female, 4'11", 151 pounds and....morbidly obese? | Oct 28 2009 04:33 (UTC) |
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Hey, that calculator you used is screwed up! You aren't morbidly obese. However, I'm assuming you're an adult. If you are under 21, the calculators are different. Which means that you could be considered morbidly obese at a BMI of 30 if you're in the top 5% BMI percentile for other kids your age. For example, if you're an 18 year old male with a BMI of 30 you're considered obese by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Even if you are under 21, just because the CDC says you're obese doesn't mean that you actually are. Get your body fat percentage taken. That is much more accurate. Are you an athlete? because if you are then you probably carry more muscle than the average person. Next time you go to the doctor ask him to take your BF%. If you're in the obese category, then you first need to recognize that you are in fact obese. Then you need to take steps to get your health and weight under control. Good lucK :) Edit: crap I just now see you're 17. I still say to go to by BF% and to talk to your doctor. |
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| Fitness | Marathon, Am I over estimatig my abilities?? | Oct 28 2009 04:15 (UTC) |
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I only started running back in January and I just completed my first marathon on Oct. 25th!!! The last 6 miles were umm not very pretty haha. But I finished!! I'm not gonna lie - it's tough to commit to training. I definitely slacked more than I should have. Also, how old are you? I'm in college and I have class at different times each day, so some days I'm up early and other days I don't wake up till the afternoon. It's really hard to train if you have a whacked out schedule like most college students do. If you have a set schedule everyday, like you wake up at 6am everyday and do your run then, then that's much better! I don't mean to discourage you, but I want you to know that you will probably get frustrated during your training. It was totally worth it, but at the same time running 26.2 miles is a huge strain on your body and you need to take it seriously. I've learned so much, and I still feel like I made a ton of mistakes before/during and even after the marathon. Also, if you decide to do a marathon, I recommend you do at least one long run that is 22-24 miles. The longest run I did while training was 20 miles. It is definitely true that the race doesn't start till mile 20! I was doing fine up till that point, and then at mile 21 I had to walk on and off till the finish. And in response to your question about running on a treadmill...you really need to get outside and run. I trained in really awful weather - most days temperatures were in the 90s and humidity was in the 80-90%. It was tough to get outside in run in the miserable heat and humidity, but I think it better prepared me for my race, which was concrete almost the entire way. Plus on a treadmill you get to control your temperature, which is an unfair advantage haha. I would say it's fine to run on a treadmill once a week, even twice a week, but you need to get outside and run. If anything, just make sure you do your long runs outside. You need to learn how to carry your gel (or whatever you use) on you and also decide whether you want to wear a water belt or carry a water bottle, etc. Just a lot of things you need to try outside rather than relying on the convenience of a treadmill. Please message me if you have any questions, as it sounds like you are just like me 8 months ago!!! :) good luck! |
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| The Lounge | Roll Tide Roll!!!!! | Oct 26 2009 17:06 (UTC) |
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Original Post by kathygator: And really....both Alabama and Florida have had some weak wins. I know LSU has as well, but if we beat Alabama - our only really tough game left of the season (and assuming we win our other remaining games) - we could be in the SEC championship game. And if we win that, then national championship game! But regardless, there will be at least one SEC team in the national championship. And that SEC team will win :) |
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| Motivation | getting strong - and not just physically | Oct 20 2009 05:19 (UTC) |
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I definitely believe that physical, mental, and emotional health are all connected and equally important. I like taking a step back sometimes and try to view myself from an outsider's perspective. I am not only working on improving my physical self, but also on becoming a better person. I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks this way!! :) |
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| The Lounge | Roll Tide Roll!!!!! | Oct 20 2009 05:15 (UTC) |
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groan. I HATE bama...sorry! :/ It's just because Nick Saban is the coach. I'm an LSU person :) And it would be interesting to see bama and florida play in the national championship game, but have there ever been two teams from the same conference? I wish it could happen. All the other conferences are so weak compared to the SEC. |
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| Health & Support | Read this before getting the swine flu vaccination! | Oct 20 2009 04:47 (UTC) |
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Guys, getting the vaccine or not is a personal decision. There are pros and cons to both sides. Some people are more sensitive to the vaccines than others, so they might be wary of getting the vaccine. It's their personal decision!!!! |
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| Young Calorie Counters | HELLO MISINFORMED TEENAGE GIRLS, may I have a moment? | Oct 20 2009 04:33 (UTC) |
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lynnlette: props to you :) hopefully some of those young girls will read this thread! And I perfectly understood what personaltrainer was saying...I think there would be a problem if she had said "I weigh 115lbs and I feel fat and it's triggering when girls who weigh less than me say they're fat." I think at any healthy weight it can be upsetting to hear someone at a lower weight say they think they're fat. It's one thing to say you aren't toned, or "skinny fat," but to say you think you're fat is very discouraging. I am in the middle of my BMI range, and when others at a lower BMI say they're fat, it makes me think that they must think I look obese. |
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| Weight Loss | I ate 3500+ calories for 2 days. | Oct 19 2009 22:27 (UTC) |
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Original Post by hotrebeccainmesa: I like hearing what cello has to say, too!! :)
And as far as all this drama goes...some of you need to stop taking things personally. I didn't see jackattack's original post as categorizing those who eat 1500 or less as dumb or anorexic. I think she was just saying that you don't have to starve yourself in order to lose weight. For some of you, eating only 1200 calories a day may work. But for the vast majority, it doesn't. If this thread doesn't apply to you then just ignore it. And just because you disagree with one member in one thread doesn't mean you have to always disagree with them. Sometimes jackattack's posts rub me the wrong way. Other times I think they're great. The same goes with many other members on CC. But just because I might get offended every now and then doesn't mean I hold a grudge against that member. Smile, be happy :) :) |
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| Weight Loss | I ate 3500+ calories for 2 days. | Oct 19 2009 04:48 (UTC) |
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Original Post by jackattack07: oh haha sorry!! But yeah, it is nice how when you hit a plateau usually all you need to do is up your calories!! :) |
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| Weight Loss | I ate 3500+ calories for 2 days. | Oct 19 2009 04:19 (UTC) |
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wow you're lucky! If I ate 3500 I certainly wouldn't lose weight. However, when I'm training for a race, I do lose weight eating 2500-3000 calories a day :) It's absolutely fantastic. But yeah, eating that much certainly can't work for everyone. I would say most people need to stay under 2000 calories in order to lose. |
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| Fitness | What's a -good- time? | Oct 19 2009 04:12 (UTC) |
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Hey I live in southern louisiana where the humidity is out of control as well. Luckily, I think we've moved into fall (I'm crossing my fingers!!) but if it's still hot in florida, then yeah you'll just have to either go early in the morning or in the evening. I started out running 3 days a week...3 or 4 miles each. THen I upped it when I felt really strong. It really depends on what your goals are. You can look it up training plans for 5ks or 10ks online. Right now I'm training for a marathon so I'm using a plan I found online. Good luck!! |
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| Fitness | What's a -good- time? | Oct 19 2009 03:34 (UTC) |
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hey looseymoosey, That is a great time! Your standards change as you get faster. I ran a 5k a few months ago and now I don't consider my time "good." But after I finished I was proud. It's all relative. I definitely think you should sign up for a race! Instead of running really fast for a little while then walking, why don't you try to start out with a slower pace? It's good to mix speedwork with normal running, but I wouldn't suggest only doing the fast/slow thing. And as far as the treadmill goes, why not run outside? I don't know, I just hate treadmills haha. I get terribly bored, even if I'm watching TV or something. Plus fresh air is good for ya :) anyway, yes, running outside is different from running on a treadmill. I always run faster on the treadmill, so your times might not match up either. Anyway, good luck with everything and definitely keep it up!!! :) |
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| Calorie Count | Too Many ED Posts..... | Oct 19 2009 03:08 (UTC) |
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I know it's not ideal, but if yall are upset with the ED-related posts, then stay away from the Health & support, Young calorie counters, and weight gain forums. Frankly, my personal needs don't apply to all of the forums, and when I read forums such as weight gain it's simply bc I'm bored. I would imagine some of you don't fit into the weight gain forum, so just stay away from it. Again, it's not ideal but it seems to be the only solution at the moment. I think it's hard to determine whether someone is in active recovery or not. I know when I'm recovering something emotional, I likely have relapses. I would imagine it's kind of the same for an ED-recovery - just because they still struggle with ED issues doesn't mean that they aren't in active recovery. Recovery is a process...those in it will have their ups and downs. I see the health and support forum as a way to encourage and support those who are struggling. A little encouragement goes a long way. It's funny how sometimes a compliment on CC can really make my day. And I hope that if I encourage someone who's struggling, then perhaps they'll have more hope. I think it's wrong when someone says "I eat 800 calories a day and love the way I look" - they obviously have no intent of recovery. But if someone says "I want to get better but the ED voice tells me to keep starving myself," then they do want to recover, they just are lost and confused. With that being said, it does irk me when someone has a weight goal of under BMI of 18.5. Those topics should definitely be deleted. But then again it also irks me when someone has a weight goal of over a BMI of 25 (not including those with very low BF%). Hypocritical much? |
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| Health & Support | Got very sick | Oct 19 2009 02:37 (UTC) |
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Eat intuitively - don't try to restrict for the next couple of weeks. If you're hungry, then you should definitely eat. And like others have said, you're likely to gain most of that weight back naturally (sorry :/ ). I would guess that you'll probably gain about 10 of the 15lbs. Good luck and just focus on getting better!!!! :) |
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| Weight Loss | Is the scale lying to me??? | Oct 19 2009 02:33 (UTC) |
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Have you been lifting weights? I weigh about 135lbs now and I'm 5'6", and I weighed the same exact weight about a year ago. However, I look slimmer at 135lbs now than I did a year ago because I've been lifting weights. My body is a lot more toned now than a year ago. So yeah, it is possible to look slimmer while weighing more if you've gained muscle. Muscle is denser than fat, so you could actually look smaller :) this is good!!! |
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| Health & Support | do missed periods equal infertility later in life? | Oct 18 2009 20:22 (UTC) |
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My periods were very irregular for the first two years after I started. I know lots of people who've had similar situations and they've been fine. But if you lost too much weight, then it is possible that you won't regain your period until you gain more weight. I agree - the best thing to do is see a doctor. good luck :) |
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| Weight Loss | guesstimate on my breakfast calories please!! | Oct 18 2009 03:05 (UTC) |
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Yeah, I'd guess about 500 calories, but don't be discouraged!! That's the perfect size for a meal! |
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| Foods | A Cooked Breakfast... fantastic | Oct 18 2009 01:28 (UTC) |
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Most of the time I do have a hot breakfast. I usually like my breakfast and dinner to be hot. And lunch is usually cold. Anyway, I try to aim for at least 500 calories for breakfast. I eat two scrambled eggs (200 cals), 2 pieces of whole wheat toast with some butter (150 cals), fruit (50-100 cals), and sometimes bacon or sausage (150 cals). If I cook oatmeal, it's 150 cals. I make it with milk though so that adds another 140cals. And I always have fruit, so another 50-100 cals. And then to get it to 500 I'll add some nuts to my oatmeal or some honey. If I'm rushed and don't have time to cook, I melt cheese on two pieces of toast (300 cals). A hot breakfast is the way I always eat!!! |
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| Fitness | Marathon...Sick...Help! | Oct 18 2009 01:22 (UTC) |
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Original Post by fidget84: I'm not! Don't think I could make it even if I wanted to. |
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| The Lounge | Ugly pictures | Oct 18 2009 01:18 (UTC) |
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It's easier to think you're thinner than you actually are. Pictures are a wake up call. That's how it was for me. Don't try to make up excuses for it - just accept it, move on, and do something about it. |
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| Health & Support | Confidentiality -talking about ED with psychologist | Oct 17 2009 17:52 (UTC) |
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Guys, can you be a little less harsh? She is obviously very confused and scared. She's a child...only 14 years old. She needs support and encouragement. She has said she wants to get better but doesn't know how. She knows she needs to be healthy, but you can't expect her to be mentally recovered from anorexia overnight. I remember when I went through my trauma, I wanted it to stop but I didn't know how to stop it. And like scaredoflonely said, it gave me some kind of temporary happiness. However, the rational side of me knew it was an awful thing and I had to get out of it. I just was too entrenched and felt I had no one to help me. I didn't have the courage to tell my parents. Scaredoflonely, hang in there. Can you really not see your therapist for another month? Can you call her at least? That's a long time. I also think it would be good if you started seeing a nutritionist as well. And as I said earlier, as soon as my parents found out about my problem, things got much better. It was only after they found out that I was able to recover. I know you don't want to talk to them about this, but what have you got to lose? They won't kick you out. It sounds like they really just want to help you. Hugs to you :) |
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| Fitness | Marathon...Sick...Help! | Oct 17 2009 17:40 (UTC) |
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Thanks scaroppo your post is very encouraging :) That makes me feel better that you only ran 4 times in the 2 weeks leading up to the marathon! I went on a 3 mile run yesterday because I felt better, and it was okay. But today I feel worse :( I don't know what's going on. I have fever all of a sudden today, but my sore throat is gone. I'm nervous I have something besides strep throat. I'm just crossing my fingers!!!! |
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| Weight Loss | 180-lb. model’s nude photo rocks fashion world | Oct 17 2009 16:32 (UTC) |
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Original Post by laurabow: Actually, body fat percentage (in particular stomach fat) is the best indicator of one's health. If you have an overweight BMI but carry your weight in your thighs and butt and have a small waist, well then you're probably at no higher health risks than someone who has a healthy BMI. However, if you tend to carry most of your weight in your stomach area, then you are at heightened risk for health problems. Look it up if you don't believe me. |
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| Weight Loss | 180-lb. model’s nude photo rocks fashion world | Oct 17 2009 06:22 (UTC) |
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Original Post by kurichan: I personally think in order to promote healthy body image, all models should be within the healthy BMI range, and not pressured to stay underweight or overweight. I wish!!! This one apparently is overweight, but then the non-plus size models are underweight. That would be great if all models were in a healthy weight range! Not likely, but still I like it :) Also, many of you seem to have taken offense when someone pointed out she seemed overweight. She appears to be apple-shaped, as her arms and legs seem toned but her midsection area seems large. Sorry, but stomach fat is not healthy. This model may be active, but seeing as her stomach is out of proportion compared to the rest of her body and her BMI is in the overweight category, then she needs to lose a few pounds. Don't take offense and don't try to ignore the facts. With that being said, underweight models are not healthy either. Many (not all) look scary thin and it's very worrisome. They need to gain weight. Sure, models can have pretty faces. And some people might think overweight women are more aesthetically pleasing than thin women. Others might think thin women are more attractive. It's okay to admit that, as long as you realize that their respective weights are not in the healthy range. |
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| Health & Support | Confidentiality -talking about ED with psychologist | Oct 17 2009 05:06 (UTC) |
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Original Post by scaredoflonely: IMO, I don't think your psychologist would feel the need to tell your parents, as she specifically said wouldn't report any ED behaviors. I think it's very important for you to be completely open with your therapist, as she is the professional and can really really help you. The more you tell her the more she can help you. Oh, and be thankful you can't make yourself throw up! I admit I've tried it before too (because I drank too much alcohol and felt so sick though, not because I was worried about getting fat) with no success. I consider this a blessing because I think it's easy to use purging as a quick fix. It's very damaging and never healthy. Anyway, good luck - it sounds like you definitely made some progress today! |
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| The Lounge | Worst Teachers | Oct 16 2009 22:43 (UTC) |
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Original Post by alaskanmama: That's awful he took advantage of you like that. I hope you reported him!!! That is very very serious. |
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| Health & Support | Confidentiality -talking about ED with psychologist | Oct 16 2009 22:32 (UTC) |
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(((hugs to you scaredoflonely))) It really does break my heart that you're struggling with this. I've never had an ED, but I went through something traumatic and much of the same secrecy you talked about is exactly what I did. I was ashamed of what was going on, but at the same time I didn't want it to stop. When I finally had enough of it, I was even more ashamed and embarrassed and felt I had to keep it a secret forever. I was literally terrified of people finding out. Luckily, my parents found out on their own. Their only concern was me getting better. They saved my life. Had they not found out and helped me, I would be caught in a terrible thing still today. I know how hard it is to talk with your parents about things you're ashamed of. Especially when you're not quite ready to stop the behavior. Of course the best option would be to talk to your parents, but I know it's not that easy. If you can't talk to your parents yet, talk to a trusted friend. Maybe even an aunt or a pastor/priest (if you're religious). Just someone you can lean on. I confided in a friend and I felt like a big weight had been taken off my chest. Please don't give up hope. It's easy to think you'll never get over this and lose hope. Hang in there, talk to someone (preferably your parents), and find something to smile about :) feel free to message me if you just need to talk! |
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I'm already back on track with my normal 1800 cals now, haha.
So you can keep track of what you eat - which enables you to analyze your foods and receive the following:
- Health Score of your overall diet
- Warning when you approach your daily calorie limit
- Overview of the good and bad nutrients