Posts by celerycookie

thanks alot guys!

I will be careful about my calories, i think i will start upping them as my training gets more vigorous, but for now i will see how things go!

I really think there is a mix of both opinions... i am getting the impression most like the option of a mixed gym but think women-only classes are good to get more business.

I think one comment by desert-lilly made perfect sense -

"The one thing I do find annoying with ladies-only gyms is that they tend to overemphasize on aerobic type exercises and underemphasize strength training".

This is what i intend to change. Having regular evening strength training classes for females and a mixture of cardio and weight circuits for any women who feel uncomfortable aorund males in gyms or for those who just want an extra session.

I will not only get booming business from males as most gyms do, but will give women a chance to choose and to learn more whilst getting fit.

Thank you so much for the insight! It has been more than i could of asked for thank you.

Ccookie -  i will keep you all u to date and ask for more opinions in the future!

I agree with GI-Jane..

The most important thing for you to do now is not to ask for  other people's help, but to talk to him first and see if he will give you any answers. If not then it could be a number of things. He may be plainly denying having issues with food, he may be depressed and not hungry etc... there are many things that can lead to this sort of behaviour.

It is a shame that medical staff don't take men as serious as women when it comes to eating issues... but the main thing is that he is aware of YOUR full support even if he doesn't want it. Try not to make him answer everything you ask him - don't overcrowd him, and don't force him. Sometimes forcing things is the worst thing you can do. Only he can make up his mind and no one else will.

If it is an eating disorder, which it does sound like, then you are going to feel helpless quite a lot, but know that your son is struggling in himself, he's not trying to hurt you intentionally. Just keep a eye on him, be there for him and give him some space if he needs it.

I wish you loads of luck- i have eating issues and know how hard it can be on family/friends. Remember to look after yourself too as much as you can :)

You could do a circuit! The best thing about these is that you can do it at ur house if you have stairs.

This one is best cos it is really simple... just do each one for a minute and repeat the circuit 5-6 times for a 30 min workout.

1) star jumps

2)jumping squats - (jump in the air and then touch the floor with your fingers, bending into a squat nice and controlled - great for legs and butt)

3) jog on spot

4)step up and down on bottom stair - nice and quick

5) hop with both feet up 4 steps and run back down.. or just run up and down.

REPEAT! this is great for fitness and an alternative to just running.. it can be considered HIIT if you push yourself... levae 1 min rest between each set and no slacking. It is also quite fun with someone else spotting you.

Original Post by meleba:

Why not have a treat then or something? A peice of dark chocolate is good for you, and has tons of calories. Same with a glass of red wine. 

Ah, well. Maybe I just enjoy food so much if someone offers me a treat I'll eat it, even if I'm not hungry.

 If you are eating treats just because it is in front of you that suggests issues with food also... most of us just eat cos of the sensation we enjoy from the taste. This gets linked with the image of a certain food and we imediatley ignore hunger signals.

Getting to 1200 calories can be difficult and isnt a medical issue... if you are really watching the types of food you eat... veg and fruit is naturally more filling... we all know that so just pushing for some more protein in the final few calories will be fine... i suggest eating a lot of protein with every meal and not just veg ... it will also help boost the calories consumed.

yeah i heard the same thing. My mum went to a nutritionist who told her to drink 30 minutes before a meal and 30 minutes after. It still keeps you full but doesnt disturb the digestive process.

It is very hard to not drink while eating on cetain meals but it definitley helps.

i agree that the book isnt neccessary and it really is pretty DUH simple but i know for one that just doing this everyday is a much healthier way of snacking and getting sufficient calories because you are more aware that you are ALLOWED to snack very regularly. Its like when you are ill... you have tomato/chicken soup by the bowlful... same principle i guess

Its also great if you travel far from your gym... i have an hour to get home after weight lifting so my protein intake is no where near as affective after 20 minutes.. this really helps get it down in a decent amount without protein supplements.