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Hi there everyone,
I am new to this site and need as much advice/recommendation/support/education as possible. I am beginning a new diet and exercise program mainly to lose the extra weight/fat I have gained over the last couple years.
Currently, I am 22yo Female, 5'3, 170lbs and body fat % is unknown but I tend to hold weight in my stomach. I have an athletic build and solid muscles from a lifetime of playing sports. Although with the extra weight, I have gained some fat all over. I would like to ultimately get down to about 125lbs but my first goal is to get to 140lbs reasonably. So I do have a lot of weight to lose. I also do not want to "bulk" up just yet because I already have a solid build, so toning and tightening my muscles and slimming everything down is my main goal for now.
I maybe have a slightly better understanding about diet and exercise and supplementation than most "average" dieters but still would like to learn a lot more. I am experienced with EC stacks and continue to do them off and on. My main goal is to BURN FAT. This is a must. Since it has been a long time since I have been fully engaged in a continuing and consistent exercise program I need advice on how to ease my body into an effective workout program. I am finally ready to take the plunge and get my a$$ off the couch and get back into shape and do what I know I need to do.
I am not following any diet program. But, from what I know and research, I have planned out 4-6 mini meals per day, each one consisting of a carb/protein or protein/fat. Any advice or critique would be extremely appreciated. Calories per day are usually between 1200-1600 and combinations usually differ sometimes but always a carb and protein.
Here are some examples of what I might chose to eat:
(Not all of this in one day, but usually split up into mini meals until I reach my caloric needs)
1/2 c oatmeal
1/2 c cottage cheese
2 slices whole wheat light bread
2 eggs
1 scoop protein powder
8 oz skim milk
1 can tuna with lemon juice (flaxseed oil, sometimes) OR 1 chicken breast
1 sm sweet potato
lots of steamed broccoli or spinach
spoonful of fresh peanut butter (whole foods fresh ground...so yummy! but good idea???)
1 apple or banana
1 light yogurt
can of light soup or some beans
Any suggestions/comments/ideas about my diet???
My current workout is some weight training and some cardio. Definitely need to get into a routine and I need help figuring out a good workout regimen to maximize fat burning. It's lacking and I need to get going.
As far as supplements go, I am very curious about what is out there. I am not one to just start popping pills, I do my research and I stick to the recommended dosages. I am not opposed to anything, I would just like more information and recommendations and from there I can do my research. Like I said, at this point, my main goal is to lose the fat. I am a fan of the EC stack and have been using it for years off and on. My body handles stimulants well and I have no health problems or conditions...I'm just a chunky monkey right now and thats why I am here!
I would love to hear from someone who has good advice or experience. Also, if there is anything other than EC stacks that might help me, I am not opposed. Thanks for reading.
No more chunky monkey!!!
I am new to this site and need as much advice/recommendation/support/education as possible. I am beginning a new diet and exercise program mainly to lose the extra weight/fat I have gained over the last couple years.
Currently, I am 22yo Female, 5'3, 170lbs and body fat % is unknown but I tend to hold weight in my stomach. I have an athletic build and solid muscles from a lifetime of playing sports. Although with the extra weight, I have gained some fat all over. I would like to ultimately get down to about 125lbs but my first goal is to get to 140lbs reasonably. So I do have a lot of weight to lose. I also do not want to "bulk" up just yet because I already have a solid build, so toning and tightening my muscles and slimming everything down is my main goal for now.
I maybe have a slightly better understanding about diet and exercise and supplementation than most "average" dieters but still would like to learn a lot more. I am experienced with EC stacks and continue to do them off and on. My main goal is to BURN FAT. This is a must. Since it has been a long time since I have been fully engaged in a continuing and consistent exercise program I need advice on how to ease my body into an effective workout program. I am finally ready to take the plunge and get my a$$ off the couch and get back into shape and do what I know I need to do.
I am not following any diet program. But, from what I know and research, I have planned out 4-6 mini meals per day, each one consisting of a carb/protein or protein/fat. Any advice or critique would be extremely appreciated. Calories per day are usually between 1200-1600 and combinations usually differ sometimes but always a carb and protein.
Here are some examples of what I might chose to eat:
(Not all of this in one day, but usually split up into mini meals until I reach my caloric needs)
1/2 c oatmeal
1/2 c cottage cheese
2 slices whole wheat light bread
2 eggs
1 scoop protein powder
8 oz skim milk
1 can tuna with lemon juice (flaxseed oil, sometimes) OR 1 chicken breast
1 sm sweet potato
lots of steamed broccoli or spinach
spoonful of fresh peanut butter (whole foods fresh ground...so yummy! but good idea???)
1 apple or banana
1 light yogurt
can of light soup or some beans
Any suggestions/comments/ideas about my diet???
My current workout is some weight training and some cardio. Definitely need to get into a routine and I need help figuring out a good workout regimen to maximize fat burning. It's lacking and I need to get going.
As far as supplements go, I am very curious about what is out there. I am not one to just start popping pills, I do my research and I stick to the recommended dosages. I am not opposed to anything, I would just like more information and recommendations and from there I can do my research. Like I said, at this point, my main goal is to lose the fat. I am a fan of the EC stack and have been using it for years off and on. My body handles stimulants well and I have no health problems or conditions...I'm just a chunky monkey right now and thats why I am here!
I would love to hear from someone who has good advice or experience. Also, if there is anything other than EC stacks that might help me, I am not opposed. Thanks for reading.
No more chunky monkey!!!
