I went a bit overboard in my eating without getting in enough cardio. There were a few extenuating circumstances and that’s just how the day played out. So, what I am going to do after eating too many calories?
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My Fitbit Charge 2 finally died on me, which means I need to go back to paying closer attention to my intake versus output. Starting today, I’ll have to work on a 1200 calorie diet plan that works best for my activity. Which isn’t very high as I am glued to my desk for 16 hours a day.
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One of the key elements to losing weight is keeping your intake less than your output. This means you need to burn more than you’re eating. In reality, it’s not all that difficult for most people to lose weight this way. It’s all about your managing your calorie intake.
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Are you one of those people who love ice cream and other frozen desserts only to be saddened by the number of calories? Me, too. I’m always on the lookout for good frozen snacks, and I am quite pleases with the Breyer’s Carb Smart Fudge Bars I picked up recently.
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The idea behind the Progresso Soup Diet is to lose weight while the primary mainstay is the product. Because Progresso has so many flavors and types available, it’s easy to maintain and not feel bored with eating the same thing day-in and day-out. That is, unless you get tired of soup. But does this plan really work for losing weight?
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So, last week I wanted to do my net 600 calorie diet. Unfortunately, I gained a pound over the week. This was not because my diet failed, but that I failed it. In theory, my plan for 600 calories has merit. However, I seem to lack the proper motivation to see it through. Am I capable of practicing any kind of restraint or have the mindset to address my issues?
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My quest for the perfect frozen dinner continues. Today, I’m looking at the Safeway Signature Select Teriyaki Chicken frozen dinner. I picked this up yesterday as it was on sale, two for $4. As I usually try to keep my meals within the $2 mark, I figured I would give this dish a try. I was somewhat impressed by the results.
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Thinking about trying a 600 calorie diet to lose some weight? Some people have a hard time restricting themselves to such small numbers. In fact, consuming less than 1000 can be very bad for the body. However, my diet is more focused on “net” calories. It’s much different as it focuses more on food versus activity. Let me explain.
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MyFitnessPal is a great tool to use for those who want to monitor food intake to lose weight. It helps by giving you a visual of where you stand in terms of calories and other nutritional information. However, there are a few important aspects to keep in mind when using MyFitnessPal. It’s a good app, but it’s not an instant fix for weight loss.
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My search for good, microwavable Chinese food continues. Today, I am taking a look at the Tai Pei Sweet & Sour Chicken. It has quite a few calories behind it, but it might be worth a try if you’re into Asian cuisine.
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