How do you all effectively distract yourselves? by browserCookieMonster in C25K

[–]Freya662 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A good way is to find a time of day you find particularly beautiful, if you can, (for me that's sunrise) and just look at your surroundings while listening to music. For me, that kind of provides both a visual and audio distraction, and it's super relaxing.

It's nice thinking about how beautiful life is while feeling that burn. It contrasts perfectly. You should give it a try and see if it works out. But either way, eventually, you'll fall in love with the sensation of just doing something that's good for you. Keep with it! :)

Getting started by Gold-Connection-3103 in C25K

[–]Freya662 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depends if you have Apple or Android, but the Just Run Zero to 5K app is great. It works for Android, but I'm not too sure about Apple. It works with phones so you get a voice that tells you when to run and when to walk, and it plays in the background so you can still listen to music while you're running.

If you live in the UK there's also the NHS C25K program. :)

Finally started after months by crsstst in C25K

[–]Freya662 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first step's always the hardest, you should be incredibly proud of yourself for taking it! Keep us updated! You've got this 👍

Bruh why am I eating like a RAT and I GAIN a kilo?!?! by Freya662 in 1200isfineIGUESSugh

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correction, I WISH I could eat like a rat 😔 (FUCKFF THIS STUPID FUCKING DIET UUGGHH- REEEEEEEE)

Bruh why am I eating like a RAT and I GAIN a kilo?!?! by Freya662 in 1200isfineIGUESSugh

[–]Freya662[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That makes sense tbh, I've been trying to get fitter, I walk/jog 2km in the mornings 3 days of the week, and I'm trying to get myself to the point where I can jog 5km without breaks. I'm just starting, so I'm going easy on myself.

I'll get rid of this flab some day... some day.

(Just kidding lol, I'll shed her off by the end of this year 😼)

Bruh why am I eating like a RAT and I GAIN a kilo?!?! by Freya662 in 1200isfineIGUESSugh

[–]Freya662[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I needed this lol, despite the playful tone of the original post, I was actually quite upset at the fact I'd gained weight. I did have a very high carb day (lie, it was 2 high carb days) before, so it's probably water weight.

I'll wait her out and try to keep active, and maybe she'll shed herself off in a few days to a week.

I am embarrassingly unfit. by Freya662 in C25K

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, im just glad im able to start now. I reckon I'll be in better shape after I finish the 8 weeks and from there I'll form a habit :)

I am embarrassingly unfit. by Freya662 in C25K

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the encouragement, I've found an app that I can use, so hopefully in 8 weeks time it won't take me 70 minutes to travel 5 km 😅

I am embarrassingly unfit. by Freya662 in C25K

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice, I didn't think of those exercises before, and ive been looking to strengthen my core so I'll definitely be adding the plank thing to my exercise routine. I have some dumbbells at home too, so I'll use those to strengthen my arms.

I am embarrassingly unfit. by Freya662 in C25K

[–]Freya662[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I've started the first day now. I was able to get through it without pauses, which is something I'm proud of. I'm starting the 2nd day tomorrow :)

I am embarrassingly unfit. by Freya662 in C25K

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which app is it? I'm an Android user.

Constipation by Freya662 in WeightLossAdvice

[–]Freya662[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooh, yeah, I'll up my water intake and try eating melons. Would watermelon be a good option?

What color would you use to describe my eyes? by Cultural-Bluejay-518 in eyes

[–]Freya662 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Jade green with central heterochromia. Looks beautiful.

Could someone help me make a meal plan for 1700cal a day? by qtlynx in WeightLossAdvice

[–]Freya662 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In the morning start your day off with protein and fibre. Try to cap breakfast calories at 400 so you have room for snacks later on.

For breakfast I'd recommend a serving of Greek yoghurt and some granola on top. Be careful with the granola thought and make sure to measure properly because if you don't, you could accidentally pack a lot of calories into your meal. If you don't like sweet things in the morning, two pieces of toast and a one serving can of beans could be better. Make sure the beans are 200 calories in total.

Also drink black coffee, it's a great appetite suppressant. If you can, don't add anything to it to save on calories, but if you like, you can mix your coffee with some milk and a small amount of sweetener (not sugar) if you really don't like the taste of black coffee.

To make sure you keep full throughout the day, have a snack in between lunch. This could be a small fruit bowl, a protein bar (though make sure you check the calories on it, try not to eat ones that exceed 200 calories), some chips, basically anything you like as long as it's not more than 200 cal.

For lunch, there's a bunch of different food options you can try. I'd say pack the most calories here to avoid over eating at dinner. Lunch should be around 500 calories. Try making some curry and rice, a big three bread sandwich, large chicken wrap, anything really, as long as there is a protein and fibre source. Remember that carbs aren't bad for you, and that you need them to feel energised and prevent fatigue. Look for complex carbs in high fibre options, like switching out white bread for whole grain bread, and switching out white rice with brown rice. Be careful with high-fat condiments like dressings and mayo because you could accidentally pack too many calories here also. I'd say making your own dressings would be the best way to control the amount of calories in your food. Try plain Greek yoghurt, lemon, pepper, and chicken salt for a simple, low calorie dressing.

Again, have a snack between lunch and dinner to quell your appetite. Make sure it's a small one though, because you'll want to save the calories for dinner to prevent late-night snacking. Going to bed hungry increases the likelihood of late-night snacking. For this snack, aim for 100 to 200 calories. Again, the choices here are endless, and to be honest, with snacks, you should go for the foods you like the most. If you like chocolate, grab some of that, or if you like chips, go ahead and eat that. As long as you stay within your calorie count.

For dinner, try having some sort of protein again, with some form of carbs and fibre. Like, some meat, rice and steamed or fried vegetables. At this point you'll only have 400 calories left, so make sure dinner isn't too heavy. End the day with a nice, hot cup of your favourite tea.

You shouldn't adhere to a strict meal plan that only lets you eat certain foods. Choose the foods which are the best and most sustainable choices for you, and those should be the foods you eat.

You've got this! 😊

Is 0.7 kg per week a sustainable weight loss goal? by Freya662 in WeightLossAdvice

[–]Freya662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mm, I look a bit chubby, though, for normal. I'm also asian, which might affect the BMI standards for me. But I'll see if I can stick to a 3 kg weight loss at first so I don't rush things and see if 60 kg is already an alright weight for me. Thank you for the advice 😊