Loosing fat and quitting smoking...

[sashh]

Hi All,

I was reading this forum off and on for about 6 months now. After nasty divorce and job changes within the last few months I decided it’s time to act and implement what I learned here. I would like first to say how great this board is. I found it the most comprehensive and beginner friendly with many wonderful people.

I want to get back in shape through healthy eating and exercise and I want to quit smoking. I am 5’4’’ 145lbs, 29yo. My goal weight is about 130lbs (although I understand that bf% is more important indicator than lbs). I was following something similar to bfl program for about a month 6 months ago and started seeing great results but because of personal problems got off the wagon. Now I am trying to get back into healthy routine and get the best body I ever had .

My question is should I try to quit smoking right away or wait until I get my diet and exercise routine under control? I am very much afraid to gain more weight. I was smoking for about 10 years. Anybody has any experience with quitting and what worked for you? I really can’t afford to gain another pound
Thanks!

 

[badgergrl]

When it comes to putting the cancer sticks down, I say the sooner the better. I'm an ex-smoker...I quit almost two years ago. The committ losenges worked very well for me. Of course, I think no matter how you do it, you have to be ready and really want to quit.
I noticed huge changes in my body after I quit. More energy, better pumps from lifting, slept better etc...
I was in the gym for about six months before quitting. It just seemed really silly to me to spend all of this time and energy eating well and working out.....and then lighting up a cigarette. Not to mention the shame and embarassment (at least I felt that way smoking around people).

You might gain a little weight, but the benefits from being a non-smoker totally outweigh a few extra pounds. Plus, if you're starting to get serious about getting in shape, I doubt you'd notice much weight gain. I did have an increase in appetite, and food started to taste really good. I guess it just comes down to self-control and discipline.

Good luck girl!!
Welcome!!

 

[que_66]

Hi All,

I was reading this forum off and on for about 6 months now. After nasty divorce and job changes within the last few months I decided it’s time to act and implement what I learned here. I would like first to say how great this board is. I found it the most comprehensive and beginner friendly with many wonderful people.

I want to get back in shape through healthy eating and exercise and I want to quit smoking. I am 5’4’’ 145lbs, 29yo. My goal weight is about 130lbs (although I understand that bf% is more important indicator than lbs). I was following something similar to bfl program for about a month 6 months ago and started seeing great results but because of personal problems got off the wagon. Now I am trying to get back into healthy routine and get the best body I ever had .

My question is should I try to quit smoking right away or wait until I get my diet and exercise routine under control? I am very much afraid to gain more weight. I was smoking for about 10 years. Anybody has any experience with quitting and what worked for you? I really can’t afford to gain another pound
Thanks!

CONGRATS!!!!!!

I quit smoking June 6, 2005 - cold turkey & I haven't touched one since. I allowed myself a max weight gain of 5lb & I only gained 2.5lbs. Instead of my smoke after dinner I rode my bike till the craving went away. There were nights when I was out riding at 11:30pm because I wanted to smoke.

If you do to many things at once you could get overwhelmed, but that sort of depends on your personality. Can you handle all the changes at once? Are you REALLY ready for all those changes?

If so, set your goals, start/stop date(s) then go for it and don't look back!

You CAN do this.

and remember that we all fall down or fall off the wagon so don't let that stop you.

 

[scorpiogirl]

those are two awesome posts, ladies!!!!

I say there's no time like the present. BUT - you really DO have to WANT to quit smoking. There's a difference between quitting because you know you should and quitting because you're ready.

I quit almost 3 years ago and I'm so happy I'm not a slave to it anymore. I don't stink like a cigarette, I don't have to take time out of my day to suck smoke into my lungs, I don't have to spend the extra money, I feel better, I LOOK better.....the list goes on and on.

Welcome to EF!!! ...and good luck reaching your goals.....

 

[sashh]

Thank you all for encouragement. I am trying to be realistic and I am not sure if I am really ready mentally to quit cold turkey now. But I am very motivated to implement healthy diet and exercise ASAP. I have a trip planned in August. I decided to get back on the wagon and get myself in shape first and after the trip (to Russia where 99% population are smokers) I will quit smoking. So I will start my meditation (lol) and mental preparation now. Hopefully during these 3 months I will psyche myself up enough and be ready to quit in 3 months.

 

[scorpiogirl]

Thank you all for encouragement. I am trying to be realistic and I am not sure if I am really ready mentally to quit cold turkey now. But I am very motivated to implement healthy diet and exercise ASAP. I have a trip planned in August. I decided to get back on the wagon and get myself in shape first and after the trip (to Russia where 99% population are smokers) I will quit smoking. So I will start my meditation (lol) and mental preparation now. Hopefully during these 3 months I will psyche myself up enough and be ready to quit in 3 months.

Well, at least you're honest with yourself! There's something to be said about that. I've been training since '92 and I smoked for 11 of those years. It won't stop your progress, but it will hinder it. Although it is a chemical treatment, Zyban (I think that's what it's called) seems to have a pretty good success rate for quitting.......as a last resort. It's a toss-up - one chemical for another; however, the "other" doesn't leave you with "black lung".

In any case, if you have questions about diet or training...we're all hear to lend a hand!

 

[ck2006]

Hi All,

I was reading this forum off and on for about 6 months now. After nasty divorce and job changes within the last few months I decided it’s time to act and implement what I learned here. I would like first to say how great this board is. I found it the most comprehensive and beginner friendly with many wonderful people.

I want to get back in shape through healthy eating and exercise and I want to quit smoking. I am 5’4’’ 145lbs, 29yo. My goal weight is about 130lbs (although I understand that bf% is more important indicator than lbs). I was following something similar to bfl program for about a month 6 months ago and started seeing great results but because of personal problems got off the wagon. Now I am trying to get back into healthy routine and get the best body I ever had .

My question is should I try to quit smoking right away or wait until I get my diet and exercise routine under control? I am very much afraid to gain more weight. I was smoking for about 10 years. Anybody has any experience with quitting and what worked for you? I really can’t afford to gain another pound
Thanks!

I lost 10 pounds, then I read and listen to this book/cd "Easy Way to Quit Smoking" by Allan Kar or Car" can't remember. Quit that day and it has been 4 months. I lost some weight first and once I was in the right eating/exercise plan, quit smoking and I have never put the weight back on. My honest advice would be to lose a few first then quit. Too much at one time especially with dieting can be too much.