@SnowBunny726
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Healthy lifestyle stuff
What do I do to keep my body active? I like to say, nothing
What foods do I eat in a day to keep my energy levels up and my body healthy? I eat the wrong stuff. Probably explains why I'm always tired and drained out.
What are my fitness goals? Done achieved it.
I know those stuff I do to keep healthy or unhealthy ain't helping you out much if at all. And the foods I eat and the amount of it would probably make the average human sick. In other words....don't follow me.
My colleague is also gluten and dairy intolerant. Must be a nightmare when you're eating out. Salad, seafood, stir-fry, sushi?
Weightlifting is my favorite way to get a workout in... And I go to the gym 3-4 times a week. Favorite days are obviously leg days... Lol
Salmon, eggs, rice, sweet potatoes, chicken, ground beef, seafood, and any veggies for food. I stopped drinking protein shakes because real food is more worth the money IMO.
What are your guys' workout regiments?
I cannot practise sport because it is forbidden to me due to my health issues. Swimming is the only one thing which is permitted but I cannot, unfortunately. I hope I will learn it one day.
I try to walk as much as I can. It is allowed, too.
As for food, I printed this Canadian guide and try to follow it.
I’ve started to do a daily exercise routine
Yoga stretches and sit ups … trying to do it 2 to 3 times a day. I also dance and walk some.
I’m taking Vit C, D, Zinc, Turmeric, Omega 3, MSM with Glucosamine and Slippery Elm if I get stomach issues, also Aloe Vera juice.
Food …. Fish and chicken (red meat occasionally) …. Meals … 70% veg, 30% protein. Salads and soup for lunch.
I eat berries, crystallized ginger and a little 90% dark choc for a snack.
I don’t smoke, drink or take medication
(Been there, done all that)…
As someone who used to skip breakfast regularly, reach for a cup of coffee instead only to burnout in an hour or two and grab a snack, oatmeal has been a blessing. My energy is more steady and I feel satiated a lot longer.
Hot or cold, sweet or savory— doesn’t matter. And available GF.
And stretching.
Lots of stretching (yoga, Pilates, etc.) paired with lightweight weight training, and swimming when I can.
Posted by MyStarsShine
I’ve started to do a daily exercise routineYoga stretches and sit ups … trying to do it 2 to 3 times a day. I also dance and walk some.
I’m taking Vit C, D, Zinc, Turmeric, Omega 3, MSM with Glucosamine and Slippery Elm if I get stomach issues, also Aloe Vera juice.
Food …. Fish and chicken (red meat occasionally) …. Meals … 70% veg, 30% protein. Salads and soup for lunch.
I eat berries, crystallized ginger and a little 90% dark choc for a snack.
I don’t smoke, drink or take medication
(Been there, done all that)…
Save your back and stop doing sit-ups. Do standing sit ups, Squat Jumps, High Knees, Jumping Lunges but stop doing sit-ups. Over time they put too much stress on your lower back.
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Thanks
Will bear that in mind
I get a baseline blood test to determine the exact number for all of my levels. From there I assess based on the tests if I need to improve different supplements, change my diet etc.
I visit a nutritionist that I really like, and we develop a diet that suits me based on the results.
I typically do this once a year and then change my diet and workout plan to improve my health and fitness.
Physical beauty is temporary but long lasting health is important to maintain. So I focus more on internal health than external but I find the former coincides with the latter at some point.
Lastly, to improve my mental health I also think outside the box and I include activities like swimming, sauna, steaming and Pilates classes to help me relax and meditate. Can’t forget natures cheapest therapy…going for a nice mental health walk. I try to do this daily regardless of my schedule.
Posted by MyStarsShine
I’ve started to do a daily exercise routineYoga stretches and sit ups … trying to do it 2 to 3 times a day. I also dance and walk some.
I’m taking Vit C, D, Zinc, Turmeric, Omega 3, MSM with Glucosamine and Slippery Elm if I get stomach issues, also Aloe Vera juice.
Food …. Fish and chicken (red meat occasionally) …. Meals … 70% veg, 30% protein. Salads and soup for lunch.
I eat berries, crystallized ginger and a little 90% dark choc for a snack.
I don’t smoke, drink or take medication
(Been there, done all that)…
Save your back and stop doing sit-ups. Do standing sit ups, Squat Jumps, High Knees, Jumping Lunges but stop doing sit-ups. Over time they put too much stress on your lower back.
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Thanks
Will bear that in mind
click to expandIf you go to a gym use the Stairmaster, don’t use the treadmill. Treadmill is bad for your knees over time, Stair master is way more beneficial for your knees long term.
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I can’t stand the gym lol
All from home …. Mainly yoga 🧘♀️ based
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.
I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
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It’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
click to expandIt’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
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I had to give up gluten…pasta was killing my stomach and dairy too, not great for the body.
I started drinking warm lemon water in the morning too …. Gives the body a kick start.
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
click to expandIt’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
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I had to give up gluten…pasta was killing my stomach and dairy too, not great for the body.
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This is why I prefer to eat whole foods and stray only a little.
Sometimes the sacrifice is worth it 😆
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
click to expandIt’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
click to expand
I had to give up gluten…pasta was killing my stomach and dairy too, not great for the body.
click to expandThis is why I prefer to eat whole foods and stray only a little.
Sometimes the sacrifice is worth it
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I’m the same
I ate some shortbread biscuits last night and that deffo wasn’t worth it 😑🤢
I keep healthy stuff on the counter when I need to eat something this second! Almonds, organic cherry tomatoes, prunes. It keeps me from grabbing something unhealthy like a cookie or chips. I can’t even keep chips in the house. We have them at work though so I do the same thing there.
Be careful on the lemon water @MyStarsShine. That can mess up the enamel on your teeth.
Posted by geminiflyby
Be careful on the lemon water @MyStarsShine. That can mess up the enamel on your teeth.
Thanks Gem😘
That went through my mind
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
click to expandIt’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
click to expand
I had to give up gluten…pasta was killing my stomach and dairy too, not great for the body.
click to expandThis is why I prefer to eat whole foods and stray only a little.
Sometimes the sacrifice is worth it
click to expandI’m the same
I ate some shortbread biscuits last night and that deffo wasn’t worth it 😑🤢
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Yup! your body will remind you that you are falling off and that you know you shouldn't have ate that! 😆 Lesson learned!
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It's hard for me to stay basic with food because I love cooking more yummy stuff and plain food is just so blah 😐
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It’s so easy to put on the weight isn’t it, especially in the winter months ?
I’ve cut out potatoes but still eat a little sour dough bread.
click to expandIt’s very boring too! I love potatoes for breakfast and love sweet potatoes as well.
I’ve never been a fan of bread, I don’t even eat sandwiches or whatever else you do with bread.
Pasta was the hardest thing to cut out but I have that very once in a while, when I crave it.
click to expand
I had to give up gluten…pasta was killing my stomach and dairy too, not great for the body.
click to expandThis is why I prefer to eat whole foods and stray only a little.
Sometimes the sacrifice is worth it
click to expandI’m the same
I ate some shortbread biscuits last night and that deffo wasn’t worth it 😑🤢
click to expandYup! your body will remind you that you are falling off and that you know you shouldn't have ate that! Lesson learned!
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Until the next time 😅😩
Posted by saggurl88
I try to exercise at the minimum 3 times a week and stick with Whole Foods- meat, eggs, fruits, vegetables and rice or potatoes. I try to be as basic as I can.I slacked off for the holidays and gained 15 lbs in like 3 months. So I need to get back to basics and do better.
It's hard for me to stay basic with food because I love cooking more yummy stuff and plain food is just so blah 😐
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Me too but I'm not much of a fryer or baker, so it's easy for me.
But I do use a lot of seasoning and sauces. I also eat lots of Mexican and Asian food since that is what is good in my neighborhood. So it's pretty easy to stay on task.
They make fresh tortillas in my area as well as fresh rice noodles, so minimally processed. I can get what I need the same day.
Posted by Saturn_Returns
I've just spent the last couple of minutes laughing my ass off, over what I was planning on positing but have now decided against. 😂
Just post it. 🙄
Posted by Saturn_Returns
I've just spent the last couple of minutes laughing my ass off, over what I was planning on positing but have now decided against. 😂
Meat & veggies I do well with. Very limited on the bread & pasta .. not gluten allergic but sensitive.
I walk & do stretches, but am trying to get back in to this toning program I do ( it’s combo of cardio/weights) or back to the gym. Am in PT right now though.. she’s saying keep moving 5x a week 30 minutes at least.
Posted by Saturn_Returns
I've just spent the last couple of minutes laughing my ass off, over what I was planning on positing but have now decided against. 😂Just post it. 🙄
click to expandAlas, the moment has long passed.
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😑
Posted by Saturn_Returns
I've just spent the last couple of minutes laughing my ass off, over what I was planning on positing but have now decided against. 😂click to expand
😂😂😂
Posted by Saturn_Returns
I've just spent the last couple of minutes laughing my ass off, over what I was planning on positing but have now decided against. 😂Just post it. 🙄
click to expandAlas, the moment has long passed.
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😑
click to expandBambi, Bambi...
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What do you do to keep your body active, and what foods do you eat in a day to keep your energy levels up and your body healthy? What are your fitness goals?
In need of food recs... And I am gluten and dairy-intolerant. Please and thank you. ☺️