http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.html traineo forum thread - New Member with a Plateau Problem Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:17:44 +0000 http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlQuoting: ZackhundWell, I'm looking to introduce myself, talk a bit about my background and my current status, if you're willing to read and give me some ideas or help I'd greatly appreciate it. So to start off, My name is Zack and I'm a few weeks short of turning 19, and I'm currently about 200lbs, 5ft 11inches, and an overweight build. I actually turned to Traineo to look for help because lately I've hit a plateau. I first decided to make a lifestyle change last...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 19:17:44 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlYour workout is terrible if you plan on eating only 1000 calories a day. I don't want to beat a dead horse here, but at 205 lbs eating 1000 calories is just downright stupid. I've been the poor college student, so I know how it can be tough to find foods that fit the budget. I imagine being a vegetarian may make things tougher as well, but if anything meat is more expensive than fruits and vegetables. Honestly, beans and other legumes have a shit ton of protein in them, and are what...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 18:46:03 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlBtw, I just look a Picture of myself to help give you guys an idea, but it just shows an X on my profile, and I'm not sure how I would make the image a URL.... Don't get me wrong, I'm kind of a PC Nerd, I just don't know the format I guess for the profile picture to be in, and I'm not a big website guy for this Image url thing....http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 18:03:22 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlAlright, so I realize the diet is something I need to change, it's just hard to eat things I know are unhealthy, plus being a vegetarian makes it difficult, and not having a lot of money to spend on certain healthy things. I'm keeping track of what I eat currently and my calorie intake, and I'll let you guys know what it becomes and get your opinion on things again. But- I know you say my diet needs improvement, but is my workout routine good? Like I said, I workout every morni...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 17:57:48 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlThere's also NO fat in your diet. Your brain needs good fats to function properly. Add some nuts, avocado, low fat cheese, yogurt to your diet, or just add some olive oil when you cook your veggies. Maybe what you really need to do is talk to a nutritionist about your goals, and how to reach them in a healthy way. They may be able to come up with a diet you can live (and lose weight) with....http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 15:48:43 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.html1 Toasted Bagel w/ All Natural Fruit Spread, and 8 oz Orange Juice, Protein Shake, piece of fruit, Vegetarian Chicken Patty (130cals), Lettuce, Tomato, on 1 piece toasted wheat bread, and a side of vegetables I just wanted to put it in a list like that so you could maybe see it in a different light and see how very little you are eating. You say at the moment it seems to be working fine and yet you are talking about getting out of a plateau. When you reduce calories so radically, often yo...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 15:05:08 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlWhat does the metabolism booster have in it? I think that explains both the decreased appetite and the increased heartrate. I don't dislike the things because they're "placebos;" they're downright terrible for you. People experience chest pains and heart attacks using the ones with caffeine, ephedrine, and/or aspirin. I wish you the best of luck, but you probably need to stop popping pills and eat some real food....http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 14:58:36 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlThe thing is guys, maybe I've tricked my body into thinking this way, but the amount I eat seems to be be fine. The only time I actually feel like I'm hungry or need food is around 4pm, which like I said, I think from now on I'm going to bring a small thing to eat with me close to around 2pm, so I can keep everything in track. Also, would you recommend for more protein intake purposes possibly having another shake before bed time?...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 14:35:09 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlHey Zack! Welcome and congrats on the success so far. I agree with everybody else - you are definitely not getting enough calories. Try upping the calories. I would say 1400 at an absolute minimum and that very likely is not enough. The only reason I say 1400 might do it is because I know Spyke lost a good deal of weight in a healthy manner eating only 1400 Cal, but everyone's needs are different. Also, you are really not getting enough protein. Do you eat eggs? Try adding some egg ...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 13:04:13 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlHey man well done on losing that much weight so quickly! I agree with matt you definately wanna up the calories. I was in the same situation as you under almost the exact same circumstances about 2 months ago, I broke my plateau by doing fasted cardio. I'm a big fan of it now Give it a go on days you aren't weightlifting. I do about 40 mins (10 running, 10 rowing, 20 elliptical) most mornings and if I'm lifting weights I do so later in the day. If you have to do your whole wor...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 12:18:20 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlI multiplied my weight by 18 to get my bmr. I multiplied my weight by 16 to get the calories I should be eating to lose fat. I posted this on another thread and got some negative feedback about this basic bmr method, but I've lost 4lbs in 2 weeks so far.http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 04:01:31 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlI've started to realize that the block in between is probably a problem, It's hard being at school in the library and class. I've been having that piece of fruit around like 1:30, but I guess I should take something else small and healthy. But my question is, I hear people telling me I need to eat more calories, or eat what my BMR is, but how do I do that and still loose steady weight? I know I can't do a lot, but I'd still like to do like 2-3lbs a week if possible u...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 01:59:34 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlHi and welcome to Traineo Zack. I see a little problem with your "diet". You say you're 205lbs, and eating 1000 calories a day....that's just not enough. When you starve, your body actually retains and expands fat, and I think that could possibly what's happening. Your also doing weight training which is another reason to eat more. What I've done this month was times my weight by 16, and that gives me the calories I eat to lose fat. You can probably go lower. You al...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 01:14:37 +0000http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlWell, I'm looking to introduce myself, talk a bit about my background and my current status, if you're willing to read and give me some ideas or help I'd greatly appreciate it. So to start off, My name is Zack and I'm a few weeks short of turning 19, and I'm currently about 200lbs, 5ft 11inches, and an overweight build. I actually turned to Traineo to look for help because lately I've hit a plateau. I first decided to make a lifestyle change last October when I w...http://www.traineo.com/19_6170_0.htmlTue, 01 Jul 2008 00:36:58 +0000